Can Christians Practice Yoga? – Part 3

1 Corinthians 10:14-22  Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. I speak as to wise men; judge for yourselves what I say. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? For we, [...]

Can Christians Practice Yoga? – Part 2

In the first post, I looked at the origins of yoga, it’s basis in the Hindu religion and what we see within North America. In this post, I want to look at the spiritual and biblical side of practicing yoga. The foundation for our beliefs and what we participate in as Christians must come from [...]

Can Christians Practice Yoga? – Part 1

It seems the latest exercise craze to hit North America is yoga. What is intriguing is how this fad has found its way into the lives of the church and Christians. It’s particularly common to hear of Christians regularly attending yoga classes, and I have read about churches offering yoga groups as a means of [...]

6 Tech Tools for Every Leader

Occasionally I get asked how do I do everything I want and still keep up to the crazy pace of life. Honestly, most days I don’t accomplish everything I want, but I have been able to increase my effectiveness and efficiency in doing as much as possible because of certain Tech Tools.   So I [...]

Perspectives on Youth Ministry – Vision & Goals – are they really necessary?

I am often surprised at the number of people who ask me, “do we really need to have vision, or plan for ministry?” “Shouldn’t we just follow the leading of the Holy Spirit?”   Some mean well, and I can see their question is honest and sincere, others – well let’s just say – spiritual [...]

Perspectives on Youth Ministry – First Things First

I am the assistant/associate pastor at RCF in Edmonton, Alberta. My primary roles of responsibility include youth (Ethos Student Ministries) and music ministry. I love what I do, even though I am one of the more “mature” (that just means I’m old) youth pastors around.         If you are a youth pastor [...]