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LifeChurch.tv Internet Campus – Is (2 of 8)

I think that it was Terry Storch that shared these parameters of what an internet campus consists: Content – There is some type of content that is delivered, primarily a worship service including music, announcements, prayer, scripture and teaching / preaching. Connectivity – Internet campus congregants connect live to content that is being broadcast via […]

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LifeChurch.tv Internet Campus – Introduction (1 of 8)

As mentioned last week, I recently went on a trip to visit LifeChurch.tv with Clif Guy, Brian Slezak and Chuck Russell. Our purpose was to benchmark their internet campus. If you are interested, read my thoughts on benchmarking and also thoughts on a worship venue benchmark trip. This series will chronicle some of my thoughts […]

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LifeChurch.tv

Over the past few days, I have been on a benchmarking trip to LifeChurch.tv in Edmond, Oklahoma to listen and learn about internet campus. I have traveled, questioned, conversed and lauged with Clif Guy, Brian Slezak and Chuck Russell. We had the opportunity to meet Bobby Gruenwald and have spent time in conversation with Terry […]

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The Kingdom of God at CaMMp Sonflower

On Monday this week, I was blessed to have a small part in CaMMp Sonflower, a 4 hour day camp for people of all ages with special needs. The camp is a part of Matthew’s Ministry here at Resurrection. Here is a quick overview of the ministry: As I watched the campers and volunteers gather […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (9 of 9)

Dagney Pullin will be appointed as a part of the Discipleship team on July 1. She has been appointed as an associate at Leawood United Methodist Church. Her husband, Dave, leads Saving Grace Productions. Dave and Dagney are both bloggers. I have come to know Dagney through the connection of young adult clergy in the […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (8 of 9)

Laurie Barnes is transitioning from the Discipleship to Care team as pastor of prayer ministries. Laurie has been on staff at Resurrection for nearly 10 years and will bring a valuable level of experience on Resurrection staff. Her excitement to be on the Care team has been infectious. I have experienced her willingness to help […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (7 of 9)

Nicole Conard is transitioning within the Care team from prayer ministries to pastor for those whose last names begin with S-Z. Over the past two years, Nicole has worked passionately to take prayer to the next level at Resurrection. She has lead the way in developing a class for Praying Out Loud and a DVD […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (6 of 9)

Molly Simpson is transitioning from associate to the campus pastor at Resurrection West. Molly is a great leader and is unmatched in energy for God’s work in the world. Her creativity and innovation in ministry is an inspiration. My wife, Nicole and I, are blessed to be good friends with Molly and her husband, Ben. […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (5 of 9)

Russell Brown is transitioning from Resurrection West to the Congregational Care team on Central Campus as pastor for those whose last names begin with J-M. Russell has moved in to the new Care office space and I have enjoyed officing next to him thus far. Russell is passionate about caring for others and I am […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (4 of 9)

This past weekend was the final weekend in worship for fellow pastors Judy Long O’Neal, Connie Wilson, and Nancy Pauls. Connie will begin ministry at Baldwin City First United Methodist Church on July 1. I have learned a lot from Connie and her ministry at Resurrection. She has a distinct approach to ministry through the […]

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Clergy Transitions at Resurrection (3 of 9)

This past weekend was the final weekend in worship for fellow pastors Judy Long O’Neal, Connie Wilson, and Nancy Pauls. Nancy will begin ministry at KC Metropolitan Avenue United Methodist Church on July 1. I have learned a lot from Nancy and her ministry at Resurrection. Her light hearted approach to ministry reminded me to […]

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Leadership: The Ideal Appointment (2 of 3)

This post originated from an Advanced Leadership Development course that was a part of the Wesley Academy at Resurrection taught by Dr. Lovett Weems and Cathy Abbott. How do you make where you are what you want it to be? Do not try to live in the next position, instead make the current appointment into […]