So far in Kaléo, we have been taught such great values through out classes, our out trips and through observing the examples of our awesome leaders. I think the leadership aspect of the Kaléo program is having a profound effect on us, the students.
So far, I have observed and been told many excellent characteristics that a leader needs to have. There are always the main ones that anybody typically thinks of when thy hear the word "leader"; confidence, resolve, charisma, strength - but some characteristics that we have been shown go deeper than this. In OLd Testament Literature, in the book of Isaiah, Prof. Don Taylor showed us three defining characteristics that a King should have. They were leadership, the ability to be a good warlord, and servitude. It was extremely profound for me that servitude was a characteristic a king should have; it didn't fit with any description of a king I had ever heard. But the verses didn't just refer to how kings should be, it was essentially a description of Christs character. Because Jesus is the perfect example for Christians to follow I thought it was awesome how our OT Lit course really related to him.
Personally, I find the idea of servant leadership really hard to wrap my head around. The other characteristics I find pretty easy to follow, since they are pretty much common-sense.
An example of when followed the characteristics of leadership well would probably be during the filming project. I feel like I used my gift well, was led and leaded in a productive way, and helped in any way I could. These are only my own observations, so I am probably being a little vain, but even recognizing that in myself I realize is a good part of being a leader.
A time when I didn't embody the good characteristics was during my first time serving at my church in The Kids Place. I pretty much just hung out in the background, not really getting involved in any activities or discussions. Now I feel like if I am hesitant about getting involved or anything like that I just need to give it all up to God, and be led by Him without any hesitation.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."
- Jeremiah 29:11-13
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Online Ministry Journal #2
Well than, apparently I have been here at Kaléo almost exactly a month. And that is crazy.
So, as I stated in my last journal entry, I have been going to The Meeting Place for the past few weeks, and things are going quite swimmingly!
Me Janelle and Jim have all had some excellent opportunities to build some ground level relationships with many people who attend and work at TMP. In regards to intentional connections with youth and children, I would have to say I haven't really had any opportunities to talk or interact with many past the surface level. I think part of this is because we are just starting out, but also because we are involved in only the friday fun night youth group, and not the Wednesday Bible study. Although I do enjoy playing games on Friday nights, and I understand that in Kaléo we have a fairly time restrictive schedule, I feel like I am missing out on a lot of spiritual growth that is happening in the kids that I see on Fridays.
The Sunday morning service goes a little differently though. I typically work with kids who are in grades 2-6, and the time I have with them is quite short. One thing i really like is the way TMP leaders organize our Sunday school plan; each week I receive an email that contains the entire lesson, along with anything I need to be prepared for and everything. I have found this incredibly helpful, because it allows me to be in the right mindset as I am walking into the Kids Place, preparing to help with a lesson.
With regards to pastors and other leaders in our church, I have been mostly connecting with the youth pastor. Jordan and his wife Jen are fairly new to the pastoral role at TMP, but so far they have done awesome! Each Friday that I have seen them organize has ended up providing a safe environment where kids can come to have fun and be active. I feel quite confident in my connections at our church, but I am still looking forwards to building stronger and deeper relationships with many others with whom I haven't yet talked to.
"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another--and all the more ad you see the Day approaching." Hebrews 10:24-26
So, as I stated in my last journal entry, I have been going to The Meeting Place for the past few weeks, and things are going quite swimmingly!
Me Janelle and Jim have all had some excellent opportunities to build some ground level relationships with many people who attend and work at TMP. In regards to intentional connections with youth and children, I would have to say I haven't really had any opportunities to talk or interact with many past the surface level. I think part of this is because we are just starting out, but also because we are involved in only the friday fun night youth group, and not the Wednesday Bible study. Although I do enjoy playing games on Friday nights, and I understand that in Kaléo we have a fairly time restrictive schedule, I feel like I am missing out on a lot of spiritual growth that is happening in the kids that I see on Fridays.
The Sunday morning service goes a little differently though. I typically work with kids who are in grades 2-6, and the time I have with them is quite short. One thing i really like is the way TMP leaders organize our Sunday school plan; each week I receive an email that contains the entire lesson, along with anything I need to be prepared for and everything. I have found this incredibly helpful, because it allows me to be in the right mindset as I am walking into the Kids Place, preparing to help with a lesson.
With regards to pastors and other leaders in our church, I have been mostly connecting with the youth pastor. Jordan and his wife Jen are fairly new to the pastoral role at TMP, but so far they have done awesome! Each Friday that I have seen them organize has ended up providing a safe environment where kids can come to have fun and be active. I feel quite confident in my connections at our church, but I am still looking forwards to building stronger and deeper relationships with many others with whom I haven't yet talked to.
"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another--and all the more ad you see the Day approaching." Hebrews 10:24-26
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