New book „Changing Shape: The Faith Lives of Millennials“ (I)
The LICC in London, UK hosts 4 nights where we are able to discuss the content of this book. About 30 people join in this endeavour. The extra treat: Ruth H. Perrin, the author, joins our first and fourth session. Last week we kicked it off with liturgical prayer and...
Questions to ask before you take a major decision
A great inspiring podcast is out with Andy Stanley on his new book: „Better decisions, fewer regrets“, hosted by Sean Morgan. Andy writes about these five great questions to ask yourself before you take major decisions: Why am I doing this – REALLY?What story do I...
Enjoyed a mini holiday in the Southern part of Germany
With my dad, my twin sister and 11-year old niece we drove by car for about 8 hours from Hamburg to Brackenheim near Heilbronn, Germany. We were off to spend 3 full days with my only brother and his wife. We kicked it off with my dad's 76th birthday on the way down...
Wie gelingt ein erfolgreicher Leiterwechsel?
WIE GELINGT EIN ERFOLGREICHER LEITERWECHSEL? Diese Frage hat mich in den letzten 2 Jahren immer wieder bewegt und ich freue mich sehr, dass ich meine Gedanken und Learnings dazu auf dem legendären und viel gelesenen Leiterblog von Pastor Lothar Krauss weitergeben...
Die kleine Kanzel: Gemeinsam den Lauf vollenden
Wurde von IDEA angefragt, die regelmäßig erscheinende kurze Andacht, die sogenannte "Kleine Kanzel" für die Woche 41 zu schreiben. (Nr. 41, 7. Oktober 2020). Da ich gerade frisch die Brockenwanderung hinter mir hatte und das Erreichen des Zieles für mich sehr...
Keep learning – and make it fun!
As leaders, I believe we need to constantly learn and acquire new skills and insights. For me personally, I love learning and getting better. And yes, there is so much room to still learn and to get better at. Last Saturday I took up the opportunity to learn about...
You might feel like giving up – do not quit!
Over the past few weeks, I have talked and written with many pastors and leaders, especially younger leaders. Many leaders around me feel overloaded and at the brink of giving up. A lot of stress, internally and externally, is faced. Ministries do not go so well....