Two years ago I took a small group of young people to Chicago on an urban mission trip where we worked with various organizations that help the less fortunate. I’ve led a good number of these trips through a group called Center for Student Missions (www.csm.org), but this time I encountered a new … [Read more...]
Meddling: My Great Battle
At my almost middle age (33 is only a few years shy of half the average age for men in Canada), I’ve learned that friends tend to be for a season, especially when we’re out of high school and people start to move, get married and have kids. Even best friends come and go depending on both of your … [Read more...]
Put the Seat Down: Rules we’re meant to live by
This weekend I’m staying at a hotel by myself – woo, party – because I’m at a conference and annual meeting – woo, lame party – for my ordaining body. This is the group who has ordained me; it’s not “my” body that I’m claiming ordains others: (me) “And you’re a pastor and you’re a pastor…” (random … [Read more...]
Men are like dogs
Tradition maintains that dogs are a man’s best friend. I’ve heard two main explanations for this, but both are wrong; there’s truth to them, but they’re wrong. The first claims this because dogs are a great wingman. There is no denying that if you want to pick up ladies take out a dog for a walk: … [Read more...]
What Motivates You?
Fear, pride and love are three of the greatest motivators, but only love leads to happiness. That’s a line I made because I was asked to come up with a quote for motivation. Out of fear of sounding stupid I put some thought into it... I mean out of love for this person I put some thought into it. … [Read more...]
Perception: being optimistic
The Dalai Lama once said, “Be optimistic it feels better.” (Yes, I’m a Reverend quoting the figurehead of Buddhism, but there are a lot of similarities between our two groups). There is a lot of truth to this; being optimistic does help us feel better... unless it causes you to get punched out: … [Read more...]
Women aren’t complicated… yes I said it & I’m not being sarcastic either
I have always been told that women are complicated. The truth is, however, they’re not. Women aren’t complicated. I’m sure some of you are thinking: “Who is this genius?” or I guess instead of “genius” you’re using a less than positive word: “Who is this (insert insult)?” I’m hoping, however, that … [Read more...]
Bully, bully, bully, bully, rockin’ everywhere
An awesome video I’ll be referencing later: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpaOjMXyJGk Lately, everywhere I go I keep hearing: “Stop bullying”. I’m sure some of you are thinking: “Chad, take the hint and stop bullying,” but it’s not being specifically aimed at me (surprising, I know). … [Read more...]