
Husband to one. Dad to four. Pops to more and more. Pastor of Guest Services & Events @SummitRDU.
Durham, NC
Joined July 2009
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Do I see everyone on social media as a person for whom Jesus died? Do I appropriately grieve when I see two Christ followers square off and scream at each other? peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Take a risk today. Enthusiastically attempt a connection with someone, even if you deliver it somewhat imperfectly. peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Two "pressure tests" that might signal an additional service is needed: peoplearethemission.com/2026…
5 things to keep in mind when thinking about starting a new service: peoplearethemission.com/2026…
What one of Hamilton's best-known songs teaches us about organizational culture: peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Is a great team culture something you claim to have...or something you actually have? peoplearethemission.com/2020…
When is it Time to Launch an Additional Service? peoplearethemission.com/2026…
"Invite volunteers to a mission, don't just recruit them to a role." - @jasonyounglive and @jonathanmalm, The Volunteer Effect. peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Critique in the locker room, coach on the field, but do not throw on a uniform: peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Thinking through our guests' next step before they have to removes friction from their path forward. peoplearethemission.com/2026…
Doing the heavy lifting for our guests is a kindness. peoplearethemission.com/2026…
Clarity is king, because people will hear the same words in different ways. peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Dictation, Collaboration, or Cooperation: three ways for you to work with others. peoplearethemission.com/2020…
Christmas is coming. If you're using live flames, I recommend the candles from Concordia Supply: peoplearethemission.com/2024…
"...in order to prove himself 'right,' the dogmatic man must prove everyone else wrong.." - Humble Roots, by @sometimesalight: peoplearethemission.com/2020…
We can forgive temporary lapses of epidermal freshness. But we can't forgive staying there: peoplearethemission.com/2020…
"What looks like a people problem is often a situation problem." - Switch, by Chip Heath and Dan Heath peoplearethemission.com/2020…
When I demand that my way be followed, stress always follows. peoplearethemission.com/2020…
As more churches switch to digital engagement on the weekends, you need a safe place to charge your doo-dads. This Kensington Universal Station is my favorite: peoplearethemission.com/2020…



















