This week began with Christ the King Sunday, which leads us into Thanksgiving, and then culminates with the first Sunday in Advent. What a great week for the nourishment of the soul – a spiritual trifecta! With Christ the King we conclude the liturgical calendar and the end of the

In my 41 years of ministry, I’ve learned that building spiritual formation in congregations and communities might require a change of pace. Earlier this summer, I passed the threshold of my 41st year in ministry. My career began in the local church for 11 years, followed by 14 years at

In between the flags, parades, cookouts, and fireworks, I’d like to suggest we muse on 4 leadership words for July 4. Each of these are needed now more than ever in the hearts, minds, and lives of our leaders – in politics, business, education, and yes, even in the Church.

Today we celebrate the 16th anniversary of Leadership Transformations! On July 1, 2003, Ruth and I ventured into uncharted waters to commence the LTI journey. For the past 16 years, in calm, challenging, and delightful waters, we have navigated our way to today. Not alone to be sure: since day one

  “The spiritual discipline of remembrance is biblical, historical and simply good for the soul.” – Steve Macchia The spiritual discipline of remembrance is biblical, historical and simply good for the soul. God leads the way in this regard. Recalling the goodness of each day of creation, in Genesis 1

MY THREE RUTHS Reflections on Mother’s Day 2019 I’m a blessed man. My mom was Ruth Naomi. My wife is Ruth Lynn. My daughter is Rebekah Ruth.   I’m surrounded by Ruths. And I’m profoundly grateful. I would not be the man I am without my three Ruths.   My

“Is leadership all about title? I don’t think so. Leadership is all about influence. The fact of the matter is, each of us are exercising leadership in some capacity.” – Steve Macchia One would think there would be general agreement in answer to the question, “What is leadership?” Perhaps it

Meeting on the beautiful campus of Denver Seminary, with the Rocky Mountains as our backdrop, this pristine space for reflection and renewal is ideal for the heart, mind, body and soul. If you are a leader in search of a community-based, thought-provoking, learning experience then LTI’s upcoming Spiritual Formation Symposium

Tomorrow is the first day of Lent 2019. Known as Ash Wednesday, it will serve as the beginning of our annual pilgrimage to the cross and the empty tomb. Regardless of your denominational expression, Lent is a season of the church year that pinnacles with the final days of Christ’s

“The beginning of a new year is an ideal time for pressing the pause button and reflecting on your life with God and others.” With January coming soon to a hard stop, I’m curious if you have had time to do some prayerful examen this month. The beginning of a