by Mark Jones | Jul 17, 2014 | Featured, Podcast, Training |
One of the key attributes of leaders is that they go out in front and show others the way. Leading in the church means maintaining a balance: be above reproach but also remain among the people. Leading young adults is no exception. However, leading the next...
by Mark Jones | Jul 11, 2014 | Podcast |
Consider this detailed plan to forge and implement a vision for ministry. Give yourself ample time on the calendar to create and develop a vision for ministry to kids and families. Do well here and the future will move with real direction and focus. Define &...
by Mark Jones | Jul 3, 2014 | Featured, Podcast |
Turn off your phone whenever you don’t want to be disturbed. Subscribe to periodicals that condense the news In using a “Things To Do” list: Batching- Put things in groups: Phone calls, errands, letter writing, email. Don’t put too many things on your list or you...
by Mark Jones | Jun 26, 2014 | Featured, Podcast |
1. Recognize your limitations and don’t pretend you can know or do it all. 2. Can’t side with kids. You need to know the whole story anyway. 3. Need to be on a first name basis. Meet parents and work to build friendships with them. 4. Don’t always be the barriers of...
by Mark Jones | Jun 19, 2014 | Featured, Podcast |
On Wednesdays I have different group of children cycle through my class. I am often amazed how different they respond the same material being presented to each class. Some kids like to join the discussion while other groups will hardly talk. I listed some good...
by Mark Jones | Jun 12, 2014 | Featured, Podcast |
I am always being asked about ideas for classroom management. I strongly recommend a relationship with the child and simply show delight for having the child in your classroom. The way we approach these children can set the climate of your classroom for success. It...
