Organic Mentoring
Organic mentoring depicts a mutual relationship that is developing, dynamic, adaptable, encourages steady change (as opposed to instant change), and allows for interdependency of those involved.
Read MorePosted by Craig Oldenburg | Nov 13, 2009 | Professional Development, The Youth Worker
Organic mentoring depicts a mutual relationship that is developing, dynamic, adaptable, encourages steady change (as opposed to instant change), and allows for interdependency of those involved.
Read MorePosted by Craig Oldenburg | May 29, 2009 | Life as a Youth Worker, The Youth Worker
Each year dozens of professional church workers leave their position at their church. Why they leave is no secret to many of us. But there are other secrets you should know. The secrets that cause purposeful thriving and not accidental surviving.
Read MorePosted by Craig Oldenburg | Apr 26, 2007 | Doing Ministry, Youth Ministry Theory
“For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.” 1 Corinthians 2:2 NIV [Read each of the six lines below one at a time. After each line, pause and think what that word of phrase means to you.] [Pause] Commitment Appreciation & Affection Positive Communication Time together Spiritual well-being The ability to cope with stress and crisis [Continue] James was the new youth worker for the church. It was voted on last Sunday. He had been raised in a family that was known for its regular attendance on Sundays and at...
Read MorePosted by Craig Oldenburg | Jun 1, 2006 | Doing Ministry, Spiritual Development
Creating a safe experience for your group.
Read MorePosted by Craig Oldenburg | Apr 1, 2006 | Doing Ministry, Spiritual Development
Faith given by the Holy Spirit can be nurtured and formed through the experiences we have. This article provides a good way of thinking about “experiential ministry” and what it might have to offer the youth you serve.
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