Opportunities
We never cease to be amazed at the unique opportunities of ministry that God gives us as international churches! It not only demonstrates God's great love for people but that we are living in a liminal space in history where…
Team Ministry
I was reading Matthew 4 this week and was overwhelmed again at the response of Jesus to people's needs. He "healed them all" and large crowds followed him throughout the regions. Then chapter 5 begins and says, "When he saw…
The Strength of Relational Networks
We had a great opportunity this week to spend time with all the Students for Christ leadership at their annual Connect Conference in Pracht, Germany. It was so encouraging to see the caliber of university student leaders that God is…
Firm Center with Soft Edges
It always amazes me the different kind of leadership hats we need to wear in IC ministry. Leadership is challenging in every part of the world but specifically in our diverse context of Europe. In his book Love Kindness, author…
Things That Cannot Be Shaken
Hebrews 12:27 says "The words "once more" indicate the removing of what can be shaken - that is, created things - so that what cannot be shaken may remain."" As world events continue to unfold in Europe, fear continues to…
Ministry to Internationals
I love working with internationals! Our stories are unique, resilient and inspiring! When you think about it, we all began our journey from a different place but God allows us to spend seasons of our life in Europe to be…
Don’t Stop Believing!
It doesn't matter if we're talking about tragic world events, refugees entering into the continent or the secular European trying to make sense of life, everyone needs hope that tomorrow will be better than today. It's a fundamental need for…
Best Practices for Staff and Strategic Volunteers
This week I was talking with one of our FEIC pastors about best practices so I thought it would be good for us to remind ourselves of some principles related to job descriptions for staff and strategic volunteers. Whether you're…
Margins…. again!
You may have noticed but I have spoken on the theme of "margins" several times over the last year. Part of the reason is because of it's great importance and part of the reason is because I need to do…