Husband. Dad to 5. Student Ministry Pastor. Follower of Jesus. Yatta yatta.

A LONG TIME COMING

I could write for days about the deep need in me for real friendships with men my age in a similar life stage. I could write about hopes and dreams and hurt and regret as I have pursued this over the years. But that said, last weekend was like … [Continue reading]

PARENTING SEMINAR LEARNINGS

At journey last weekend we had a parenting seminar.  This was the fourth one we've had since I've been here and was the first time we: combined with children's ministry to reach an audience of parents beyond just student ministry. had it on a Sunday … [Continue reading]

BECKY’S SMILE HAS A HOLE

Tonight we came home from church and Shannon worked with Becky to yank out her tooth.My pretty little girl is toothless.  I told her I'd glue it back in.  She says that there's a new one coming that I can't see.  Mom and I clearly are telling … [Continue reading]

WHO WOULDA GUESSED

I never woulda guessed it. But Italy exists in San Diego. And no, I'm not talking about "Little Italy". I'm talkin' about the real deal, Gondola boat opera singing thing.About a year ago, I subscribed to some e-mail in San Diego called the … [Continue reading]

THE UPDATE ON THE JARS

A few weeks back, we started the berrytribe point jars.Tonight was a classic night for them. Here's a window into our world for all you reality TV junkies.___________________________________________________________________After dinner, everyone … [Continue reading]