Pastors are great because… 1. They put action behind their words and live out what they believe. 2. They cast vision and invite you to become a part of something greater than yourself. 3. They are great communicators. 4. They empower others to use their gifts and talents in meaningful and effective ways. 5. They …
Kids Hope USA Directors are great because… 1. They develop caring relationships with staff at schools; teachers, principals, secretaries, counselors and custodians, they love everyone in schools! 2. They seek to help their partner school in any way; they plan parties, coat drives, food drives, and bring in treats for the teachers. 3. They empower, …
Teachers are great because… 1) They give love, attention, and acceptance to all kids. 2) They help their students succeed academically, even when that takes extra time to alter a lesson, one-on-one time teaching the student, or staying after hours to make sure they understand a math concept. 3) They make students feel special. They …
Prayer Partners are great because… 1) They act as a confidante for the mentor. Someone who can be trusted to keep confidential information confidential, but with whom the mentor can share their thoughts. 2) They are intentional. Prayer partners are specific as they pray for their mentoring match. 3) They encourage mentors to be faithful. …
Mentors are great because… 1. They give voice to the voiceless children. 2. They give kids hope by making kids feel they matter to someone. 3. They always show up, meaning they stop whatever they’re doing to go meet their students, every week. 4. They make children feel special. Some children do not have a …
A few weeks ago I was invited to Washington D.C. to be a part of a summit Christian organizations involved in mentoring. Thirty-one leaders from all across the country gathered together to discuss how to better mobilize and serve the Church. I’ve been to enough of these types of meetings to look forward to 3 inevitable moments: The moment a story …
