Idea Starter: Observe International Survivors of Suicide Day

International Survivors of Suicide Day will be observed Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012. Remember loved ones who committed suicide and comfort their families with a special memorial, such as a photo quilt, and hold a candlelight vigil. Invite someone directly affected by suicide to speak at your Sunday services or offer a showing of the movie To Save a Life and distribute prevention resources.

Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Souls Settled, Hands Moving: Joy and Urgency in Following Jesus

Don’t just find joy in what God does through you. Find joy in what He’s done for you. Results may rise and fall. Attendance fluctuates. Seasons change.

Fight the Good Fight

Some things that happen in ministry are so absurd that if we can’t laugh, the weight will crush our soul.