Does safety in ministry matter? If so, why? What does it look like? Safety is the foundation for taking a Trauma-Informed approach to ministry. Everyone who was… Read more “Safety First : Trauma Informed Ministry”
Author: Paul Ward
I have been in ministry for almost 20 years. A lot of that time has been working directly with youth. I’ve worked with churches of all sizes and in many different roles. Right now I work with youth at a residential treatment facility.
I was also a medic in the Air Force. My time in the military was trying at times, but those experiences have helped craft me into the man I am today.
In addition to those things, I love to write and play music. I’m a huge baseball fan. I am a husband, father, and friend.
Most importantly, I’m a follower of Jesus and I believe that He is in the business of radically transforming this world.
Ministry & Mental Health: Collaboration
What does collaboration look like in ministry? In a recent Mastermind session with Youth Ministry Booster, I discussed the fourth guiding principle for Trauma Informed Ministry, “Mutuality… Read more “Ministry & Mental Health: Collaboration”
Sermonary Review
I recently tried Sermonary for a few weeks. I love technology. There are many ways our lives could be easier if we learned how to effectively implement… Read more “Sermonary Review”
The Stories We Tell
I once read a quote by G.K. Chesterton that said, “Fairy tales do not tell children dragons exist. Children already know dragons exist. Fairy tales tell children… Read more “The Stories We Tell”
Epiphany: I wonder
I wonder if they knew. Matthew doesn’t fill us in on most of the details so we are left with nothing more to do than wonder. Wonder… Read more “Epiphany: I wonder”
Advent Isn’t Christmas
As a kid, there was nothing better than Christmas. Christmas was everything! I loved the songs, the snow, the traditions, the food, and obviously the presents. I… Read more “Advent Isn’t Christmas”
Are We Beyond Healing?
The title of this may be a bit deceiving. I’m not going to talk about physical healing here. I absolutely believe physical healing is possible and does… Read more “Are We Beyond Healing?”
Social Justice or Biblical Justice
There is an awful lot of debate going on about social justice vs Biblical justice. At first glance, I found this debate a little odd. Social justice… Read more “Social Justice or Biblical Justice”
Digital Parenting
The Bible has a lot to say about parenting. The verse that immediately comes to mind for most people is Proverbs 22:6. However, Solomon didn’t have to… Read more “Digital Parenting”
Christmas as Resistance
Christmas is all about traditions. My family puts the tree up together while watching Elf. We spend at least one night driving around looking at Christmas lights… Read more “Christmas as Resistance”