Blog
Here are my thoughts in written form. I hope they are valuable and contribute to your growth.
Youth Ministry Training in Jiguani, Cuba
Some of our graduates invited me to participate in a youth ministry training event in Jiguani, Cuba, in April. I couldn't go, but they had the training anyway. They tell me it was a great training event with youth leaders participating from all over the country....
read moreNathan’s birthday Party
I absolutely can't believe that Nathan turned SEVEN last week. He has grown into a sweet little boy, and I am amazed everyday at how smart he is. (Remember this video of his birth?) We had his party last Saturday with some friends, so of course I made a video of it....
read morePulling Teeth
Nathan's tooth was so loose. Last night it was time. I think he was afraid, and didn't want the tooth fairy to take it. So mommy and daddy bought his tooth for 20 pesos and hid it from the tooth fairy.
read moreAn Overlooked Purpose of Short Term Mission Trips
Last week we had a group visit from our home church in Florida. In the opinion of most, this group wasn't that impressive and wasn't going to make much of a difference for the ministry in Mexico City. Why? Because it was just one couple. Doug and Debbie had planned on...
read moreDia del Niño
Monday was kids' day in Mexico. The kids at the Seminary celebrated on Friday with pizza, a piñata, cake, candy, and games. It was fun to watch our kids interact with their friends at the Seminary.
read moreKids at the Pyramids
We took a trip to the pyramids today. I took a lot of pictures, but this one is one of my favorites. Nathan has been studying the pyramids in homeschool, so it was great for him to see them up close and in person. We decided to only climb up the pyramid of the moon...
read moreKids and Language
Sometimes our kids mix up English and Spanish, especially when they're learning both languages at the same time. It's a good problem to have, and it makes for really cute videos. Gracias from Dennis on Vimeo. Being a "Third Culture Kid" isn't easy, and being the...
read moreStories of God’s Grace
Each year we give an exit interview to our Senior youth ministry students. We ask questions about ministry abilities, beliefs, personal devotional life, and other things. The students are always really nervous, but it has become one of my favorite parts of my job....
read moreYouth Specialties Summit 2012
On May 18-19 of this year, over 700 youth leaders from all of Mexico are coming to Mexico City for the National Youth Specialties Summit. It is going to be a great time of training, connecting, and motivating. I have been working with the team who is planning the...
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