Church of the Resurrection, Anglican Church
Anglican Parish of the Nerepis & St. John
Expectations of Leaders Integrity: Matthew 5:37 37 But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more than these is from the evil one. If you say you are going to do something we believe that you will do it. If you need help, we expect you to seek it. We will presume good will graciously in… Read More
Innovation and Initiative “A lack of orders is no excuse for inaction.” General Patton Even if things are good and quiet, it is always good to be asking the questions: How can we improve this ministry? How can I check-in with my team members What are some new ideas or methods to consider? How can I… Read More
How to Invite and Support a Volunteer: 1. Share the vision 2. Share where you see them fitting into the vision 3. Give them a time frame to test it out & evaluate Supporting Volunteers: There are 3 things every volunteer wants more than money: 1. To be appreciated for a job well done 2. To be let in on… Read More
Christmas Eve 2014 It was one year ago tonight that a storm was ravaging the Maritimes. It was cold, thousands of people and families were without power. Phone lines were down; cell towers were down. Radio stations carried on with their pre-programmed playlists, oblivious to the tenuous situation. I remember thinking, “If someone has a medical emergency and needs to… Read More
Communications “Can’t over communicate.” Rick Warren “Close the Loop”-style communication Sources of information: Website (www.rezway.ca), Bulletin, Bulletin board by Kitchen hallway in Church, contact Parish Office Right Channels of Communcation – often involve checking with the office, the Priest or a Warden Timely Notice Expected: i.e. regrets for vestry meeting or if you are scheduled for a Sunday morning role,… Read More
The First Aid Kit Priorities Principle