by Michael Bayne | Dec 16, 2010 | family ministry, youth ministry
What’s next for YOUTH MINISTRY is a question I think about because I am always asking what is next for the our youth ministry here at Grace Community Church. If you hope to invest in teens (not just the teens that come to your church) then you better be asking...
by Michael Bayne | Dec 13, 2010 | family, family ministry
Today was a change of plan day around our house. The snow came down, school got closed, and I rearranged my day to be at home for the morning. The change of plan was perfect because it allowed us to make some memories. As a parent one of the greatest things we can do...
by Michael Bayne | Dec 8, 2010 | family, family ministry
The one word that could change your family life is NO. I’m not talking about saying NO more to your kids, we do that all the time! I am talking about all the other people out there that keep demanding more and more time, attention, and money from your family....
by Michael Bayne | Dec 4, 2010 | family ministry, Top 5, youth ministry
I had the chance to hear Phil Fulmer, former Tennessee Volunteer football coach, speak a month ago. One of the questions he was asked was why he always had one of his daughters by his side after every game. Coach Fulmer said he wanted his girls to feel a part of the...
by Michael Bayne | Dec 1, 2010 | family ministry, leadership, youth ministry
It is impossible to grow the organization you lead if you never make mistakes. When I talk about mistakes I am not talking about character issues! There is no personal growth to be gained from telling a lie, stealing, or taking a character shortcut. The kind of...
by Michael Bayne | Nov 23, 2010 | family ministry, youth ministry
Student Pastor…if you want to make a difference in the lives of teenagers then make sure you empower your small group leaders to be the youth ministers in your ministry. This past week we had the chance to watch one of our small group leaders help 5 of the girls...
