By an Anonymous Minister Psst . . . you! Yes, you! I’ve got some inside information for you. “What kind of information?” you ask. Let me give you all the dirt on what ministers really want for Pastor Appreciation Month. I know, I know, you’re asking yourself, “Who is this character? How could he possibly […]
By Jacqueline J. Holness As a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Henry W. Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, I find the rise of fake news repugnant. The term fake news created a cultural firestorm when it rose in relevance during the 2016 presidential election and its effects continue to reverberate a year […]
By Lindsey Bell Many church members want to encourage their church staff but aren’t sure how. To prepare for this article, I talked with a variety of ministers and support staff: creative arts, preaching, technical, children’s, family, associate, youth, and worship. The list included Johnny Templeton, Robin Sigars, Keith Bell, Tim Lear, Miranda Browning, Jon-Michael […]
Last week I wrote about some of the changes you’ll see soon in The Lookout and why we’ve chosen to make them. I focused on our Bible study materials and the features we’re adding to them to help you grow in your walk with Christ. Now I’d like us to turn our attention to another […]
By Byron Williams “I’m really glad you’re here!” As I began a new ministry in Southern Indiana recently, I’ve heard this phrase several times. Like all job changes, ministry changes are fraught with moments of doubt and questioning and I’m as susceptible to this as anyone. But this one phrase, “I’m glad you’re here,” seems […]
