This Week In Pictures

May 17, 2013 in Just for kicks with 11 Comments

I’m afraid I’ve used up all my words for the week, so instead of writing things, here are some pictures that highlighted my week:

Moms represent! Mothers Day happened, and we took pictures to prove it. So thankful my wife and I are both blessed with awesome moms who poured their hearts into raising us.

Kevin Haggerty’s first born was dedicated on Mother’s Day. It was awesome to witness the family affair, and be able to vow to support Kevin and Kim as they raise Aidan (aka, I vowed to make sure they raise him to love the Lakers, Raiders, Dodgers, and Kings… and bacon). Continue Reading…

Prayers Worship Leaders Pray

May 15, 2013 in Humor, Worship with 22 Comments

Probably the hardest section on the Worship Leader Entrance Exam is mastering the classic worship leader prayers. I know what you’re thinking: “Doesn’t the Bible teach us how to pray?” Kind of. It does, but for some reason it leaves out how a worship leader should pray when the song time is over and the preacher needs to move into place. Today, I’d  like to fill in that blank.

Worship Leader Prayers

#1 – The Moment of Silent Self-Examination

There are lots of times to hold a moment of silence- namely at a funeral, or on Memorial Day. AND when the worship leader wants you to practice your introspection. A favorite of the introvert worship leader, this prayer is a great way slow the service down in ninja-like fashion.

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What If?

May 8, 2013 in Just for kicks, Ridiculous with 26 Comments

You ever wonder about… well, do you ever just wonder? Me too. Sometimes my mind drifts too far into scenarios that don’t need exploring, but I can’t help it. I’m a helpless wonderer.

Today, I’d like to let you into this world of endless hypotheticals and introduce you to my first ever installment of “What if“?

The game is easy: I bring up a scenario that asks “what if” a certain possibility were true, and you sit back and use your imagination. Ready? Well let’s go anyway.

  • What if you literally had a dime for every time you “heard that”? What would you do with all the dimes? Because when you think about, a dime saved is… well, only 10 cents.
  • What if hoverboards really do come out in 2015, as predicted in “Back To The Future”? What would be next- hologram billboards?

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Rule-breakers

May 3, 2013 in Humor, Serious Stuff with 22 Comments

I tried to warn you.

I did my best to setup some boundaries to keep everyone safe.

But my list of rules for proper public attire and public phone use appear to have some pretty major violators. I’ve recently discovered a few rule-breakers who deserve to be exposed for what they are: shameless.

Exhibit A:

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April 2013 Beard Of The Month

April 30, 2013 in Beard Of The Month with 9 Comments

The following post is part of the “Beard of The Month” series. To find out more behind the purpose of this series, including an end of year beard contest to raise money to help end extreme poverty, check out the BeardOfTheMonth.com page.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: there ain’t no beard like an Irish beard, ‘cuz an Irish beard don’t stop.

This month’s winning beard wearer fully represents the great land of leprechauns in all his red-bearded, furry-faced glory. As someone with a background in youth ministry, I’m sure this look has gone a long way in winning back a room of unruly teens. It’s a beard that demands respect, maybe even a little reverence.

Without further ado, join me in welcoming Ryan Smith and his legendary beard…

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