When I was a kid, I hated tomatoes.

One of my life scriptures is Psalm 73. The last verse is a favorite.

We have lovely conversations around our dining room table. And not a small handful of odd ones. This Monday’s breakfast was no exception.

I recently learned a new word in Spanish. It’s “desahógate.”

I was talking with coach Walter K, and he was reveling in a simple idea that has made a significant difference in congregational engagement.

I love Costa Rican “dichos” - idioms or sayings that get thrown into almost every conversation.

My three teenage children went to a youth camp recently.

Who Are You Chasing? New pedals?
Bethel’s vibe? Happiness? A bigger worship team?

Do you love rehearsals as much as I do? I admit sometimes they are more fun than the actual service.

We’re hosting a work team of young missionaries of the Mennonite flavor.

I’m working with a worship team that has been trained well.

Very early in my worship leading journey, I attended a worship conference that marked me for life.

Yesterday, when I needed it most, I found a scriptural encouragement on old Mission Challenge letterhead while cleaning out a storage room on the farm where we live.

We live on a volcano. Don’t worry. It’s sleeping.

I sat around the table with my worship leader friends and asked them this question. “What’s it like when you schedule training for your team?”

The Producer is an Architect that designs excellence and transcendence. They plan to exceed the usual limits and love to have a well-planned service executed with excellence.

The Educator is a Mentor that embodies wisdom and capability. They bring out the best in others, helping everyone to be well-equipped.

The Priest is a Prophet who fosters devotion and depth.

My dear friend, George Yellak, allowed me to eavesdrop on a conversation with one of his team members.

The Shepherd is a Pastor who develops community and belonging.