by Michael Bayne | Jun 6, 2012 | family ministry, middle school ministry, youth ministry
There are a few weeks of the summer when blogging just does not happen and NEXT CAMP for middle school students is one of them. Super proud of my team here for all the work they have put in. We have seen over 20 teens accept Christ as Savior, we have watched small...
by Michael Bayne | May 30, 2012 | family ministry, leadership, planning, youth ministry
There are seasons every year that are intense. Seasons where the work seams to never end, projects pile up, your iPhone won’t top dinging, and the pressure is on. I have come to the conclusion that this is just part of leading any ministry. There are times when...
by Michael Bayne | May 24, 2012 | community, family ministry, volunteers, youth ministry
Strong student ministries are made up of many great small group leaders investing in the lives of teenagers. I know that is not what grabs our attention but it’s the heart of any student ministry that is making a difference. I also know that every student pastor...
by Michael Bayne | May 21, 2012 | children's ministry, family ministry, youth ministry
It’s impossible to create a ministry that will connect with everyone. I know it’s true because I have spend years trying to reach every teen through the ministry I lead. Year after year the hard reality is that no matter what, where, or how we do what we...
by Michael Bayne | May 15, 2012 | change, family ministry, leadership, staff development, team building
A few years ago I was able to start a family experience at Grace Community called Cross Street Live. Once a month we gather kids and parents and create a worship experience where families and can worship and learn together. Since we started that years ago I have been...
by Michael Bayne | May 14, 2012 | family ministry, Parenting
We just got these pictures from our photographer and this one may be my favorite. Can’t believe we caught this moment because this is our home. One thing about our family is that we laugh way too much. Chelsea did not marry me for my looks, she married me...
