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I recently put down Shepherding the Small Church . Before the end of the spring semester I bought this book to read through the summer. I didn’t finish the book—most of it, but not all. If you’re looking for something to give some basic direction about what to look for in ministry, I wouldn’t steer you away from this resource. It just wouldn’t be the first book I would suggest to you. About midway through the book things seemed to begin to drag on. The headings within headings got to me. From the title I imagined a book that would focus on small church issues. I don’t feel like it did. Much of the content seemed applicable to any church, regardless of size or location. That doesn’t take away from what was presented. There are good points throughout the book. For example: • Effectiveness is defined by transformation. The purpose of the ministry of the church is to transform the lives of people into the image and character of Christ (p18). • The ultimate test of the Christian...

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Okay, to help everyone remember the armor of God mentioned in Ephesians 6, we came up with the dance. I did it in church last Sunday (Sermon:I'm No Fashion Expert, But) and we couldn't stop laughing. I hope that means they'll remember it. Sorry there was no video! You'll have to ask me to demonstrate it to you....youtube video coming soon? Stay blessed...john

Where Vincent Angel in my name comes from.....see you later Grandpa... Vincent Angel ascended into the presence of Christ on August 16, 2009. He was born in Galveston, Texas on April 5, 1931, and was proud to be a BOI. He worked for Model Dairy, the City of Galveston and Gerland’s Food Fair. He served his country as a soldier in the U.S. Army (568th O.H.M.) during the Korean War. Later he became a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Because he enjoyed learning; he was always reading and taking notes. Vincent loved to quote and study the bible with family and friends and although he never got the chance to be a preacher; he was very grateful for his two children and one grandchild who became pastors to carry on what he loved. He was a faithful member of the First Church of God in Texas City. “A righteous man will be remembered forever.” Psalm 112:6. We will always remember his wit, his laughter and most of all, his love. He married Guadalupe De La Rosa and had six children Johnny ...

When reading a blog, I hate it when the first paragraph is an “I’m sorry for having other life activities that I’ve needed to get to, so I haven’t posted in a while, but I’m back in the saddle ready to blog away.” message. Yea, who could ever imagine having other things to do? Since I dislike those kinds of messages so much, I won’t post one. So, let me just say: Updating the blog should be more a part of my schedule now (apologies around to you whom understood that as one of those messages). The kids are getting back to school. I suppose that means I’m getting ready as well. Yes, check your calendar again; we are already eight months into 2009. Since I haven’t shared a whole lot this summer, I figured I would get you up to speed. Here is a look at our summer (slide machine appreciated): A Seminary First (for me) I took a three week summer course. There were pros/cons, obviously. There were only three weeks to go over a lot of material, but hey, it was only three weeks. Fina...