by Guest Writer | Jul 12, 2012 | Create A Safe Place, Elementary
There is a certain species characterized most easily by its amazing ability to talk constantly about a wide variety of subjects: everything from Broadway musicals to soccer to video games. Its common name is the Fourth Grade Girl. The girls I get to spend time with...
by Guest Writer | Jul 10, 2012 | Create A Safe Place, Elementary
Nothing can derail my small group quicker than discipline issues! And when these issues arise, I begin to wonder if I’m making any impact at all. Let’s face it; dealing with discipline can be one of the hardest things we face as small group leaders! We all have needs....
by Guest Writer | Jun 21, 2012 | Create A Safe Place, Elementary
Checking into church is painfully awkward for him. When the greeter tries to give him a high-five or tease him by sticking his name tag to his forehead, I can visibly see him fighting his primal urge to run and hide in a bathroom stall or curl up in the back seat of...
by Guest Writer | May 31, 2012 | Create A Safe Place, Students
I’m the next Food Network Star. Yes, it’s a bold claim but I have uncovered a food secret even Alton Brown doesn’t know. Years ago, I was teaching a high school Sunday School class. The previous teacher brought a buffet every week with pizza, subs and doughnuts, and I...
by Jon Grunden | Apr 25, 2012 | Create A Safe Place, Students
I’m a grown man and I’m terrified of the dark, especially being alone in the dark. This past Christmas I received two flashlights and I love them. I haven’t named them yet, but I’m not opposed to the idea. Another thing that terrifies me is...
