In August, I assumed responsibility for missions at the church where I have served the past 8 years as youth pastor.  Missions, evangelism, and strategic planning have been added to my responsibilities (in addition to the youth).  It is a load, indeed, but with excellent and willing volunteers and my commitment to the call to … Continue reading Community-Church Partnerships

Here are some pictures from my new camera and my time with my niece and nephew.

I just purchased a new digital camera - a Nikon D40X.  With two amazing subjects (namely my niece and nephew) I wanted to have a quality camera with a fast shutter speed to capture those many precious moments.  I've been fortunate to have an incredibly nice 35 mm camera but discovered that the amount I … Continue reading New Camera

According to an online personality quiz which is HIGHLY credible, the "classic" movie that most personifies me based on MY answers to questions is . . . What Classic Movie Are You?personality tests by similarminds.com However, the next test I took was to identify which famous person I was like and here is the result … Continue reading Online Personality Quizzes

Today was one of my famous "No Talk" days.  Days where I don't utter a sound.  I literally haven't spoken since 6:45 pm last night.  I've been working around the house, putting up Christmas (its all done), cleaning (not nearly done),etc. and haven't had the need to say anything.  No singing out loud, no telephone … Continue reading The Day After

1. Did you go elsewhere for the day, or did you have visitors at your place instead? How was it? I traveled a good 7 minutes to my parent's home for a Thanksgiving meal with my grandmas, my sister and brother-in-law, and my niece and nephew.  It was wonderful! We are blessed to all live … Continue reading Friday Five: Thanksgiving

Welcome to my new blog design!  I'm incredibly excited about the look and layout and most appreciative to Becca at EWebscapes for her hard work on making my dream and reality.  I couldn't be more pleased.  This was my birthday gift to myself and worth the pennies. Happy Thanksgiving everyone and thanks for being faithful … Continue reading New Design

  1.   What is your occupation? Youth Pastor   2.   Do you like banana sandwiches? Nope   3.   What are you listening to right now? The sound of my keyboard as I type   4.   What was the last thing you ate?    Chocolate-covered peanuts  5.   Do you wish on stars? Nope   6.   If … Continue reading Random Friend Questions

I've been tagged by my friend Midwest Nest with a meme to list seven random things about myself.  I've thought on this all day, have started a list three times, and nothing has come to me.  Not even one.  Maybe I don't know what classifies as random or maybe I don't find many things in … Continue reading 7 Random Things About Me