October Staff Spotlight
Over four years have passed since I moved to the metropolis of Pine Mountain, Georgia, for the Impact 360 Gap Year program. Few places have had such a profound impact on my life, and few people so dramatically shaped it as their Director since 2006, Dr. John Basie. While perhaps intimating at first, the Baylor…
Camp Week In Brazil
Bem vindo! (Welcome!) This past week, we got to welcome campers into a fun Christ-centered week of camp. Although we are all tired, it was an absolute blast serving with the Lifeshapers. During the overnight camp, we had the opportunity to step into diverse roles of leadership and service. There was a lot to do…
Transformational Coaching, Part 2: The Importance of Action
In my first post on this topic, I defined what coaching is, how it is different from other ways of serving (e.g., consulting or counseling), and what some of the characteristics of a good coach are. Now, I want to emphasize the importance of action in coaching. I’ve found that real transformation rarely takes root…
