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Pursue Knowledge

Pursue Knowledge

The following is from Jerry Savelle: What if I told you the biggest key to your success or failure was knowledge? Have you ever made a bad or embarrassing decision just because you didn't know any better? I know I have. When you lack knowledge abou... »

Guest blog: Leading from the Future by Tracey Rouse

At Renovatus we have a manifesto that defines the mission we are on and the culture we are working to create.  It has become an inspiring compass for our staff and for our church.  (Read it and you will quickly see why!)  Pastor Jonathan crafted it last fall and unveiled it during staff retreat, all [...] »

Living the examined life…

Reflection question: What areas of my personal life could most benefit from an infusion of my anointed energy?   Recently while washing my hands a huge spider (like bigger than a silver dollar!) dropped out from the overflow opening in the sink and almost fell on my hand.  Talk about an infusion of energy!  (Through [...] »

Who’s Carrying What?

A few weeks ago Cooper helped me carry a small locker from his room downstairs for our yardsale. He grunted and groaned about how heavy it was for him, and I’m sure it was…but I was carrying most of the weight…and he never even knew that. There are times in my life when I feel [...] »