Fridhem Lutheran Church

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What the Bible Says About Homosexuality

What does the Bible truly say about homosexuality? In this blog you can find out the truth about what it says concerning same-sex love.

Should Your Church Live Stream?

Chances are, your church has either started live streaming recently or has considered it at some point. With equipment improvements, lower entry costs, and availability through the web and social media, live streaming is becoming more common in the church. If you are considering adding a streamed service or posting videos for replay viewing to …

10 Things I Have Learned Leading Church Change

I left the church planting world to help revitalize and grow an established church. It’s proven to be challenging – maybe slightly more than I thought it would be<br>But, God has allowed us to experience incredible energy and excitement. I am not big on sharing numbers in this format, but let me simply say – God is working. Amazingly working. The potential in the days ahead is astounding to me.<br>Needless to say, there has been a lot of change since I…

10 Traits of a Great Church Member

What kind of members does God use to build a great church<br>As a pastor, I have noticed some trends among church people who help move the church forward. The following is a list of characteristics of those type of people. Not everyone will have every quality, but it’s the combination of each of them in people that builds a great church.<br>Great church members:<br>Believe and love God’s Word.<br>Joshua 1:8 “Study this Book of the Law continually. Meditate on it day…

Why I’m Coming Out as a Christian

I’m not scared that non-believers will make me feel like an outcast. I’m scared that Christians will.

3 Surprising Skills That School Counselors Need

School counselors can increase their effectiveness when they master technology skills, embrace data analysis, and develop their public speaking abilities.

How to Choose a Primary or Secondary School According to Expert Educational Consultants

An expert educational consultant at International College Counselors offers tips on how to choose a primary or secondary school.

High School Counselor Has Advice For Teens Who Have Friend Problems

High school counselor and therapist offers advice to parents whose teens suddenly struggle to maintain friendships.

School Counselors Have Enormous Impact on Students, Study Finds

According to a recent analysis, the presence of a school counselor reduces "number of reports of disruptive behavior by 20 percent for boys and 29 percent for girls."

12 Things You Should Never, Ever Say to a School Counselor

I became inspired to write this post after reading an article from Upworthy entitled, “12 Things You Should Never, Ever Say to Teachers.” As an elementary school counselor, I’ve heard some whacky t…

School psychologist vs. school counselor: Which career is your calling? [Infographic]

If you're drawn to the idea of dedicating your career to supporting the youth in your community, you may have considered working as a school psychologist or a school counselor. Use our infographic to learn about the distinct differences between these two important paths.

The School Counselor Who Encouraged Me To Go To College

I decided right then and there that I would go to college and make something of myself. I started to regain my confidence and believed in myself again. I was so grateful to have a support system at my high school in someone like Ms. Berkley who encouraged and cheered me on about college.

When moving to secondary school is a step too far

The transition from primary to secondary is a big one. For many, it happens seamlessly. However, for some children, it is terrifying. How can we help them?

School Counselors Do More Than You'd Think

Adding just one counselor to a school has an enormous impact on discipline and test scores, according to a new study.

Tips for the School Counselor When Working With a Negative Parent-Coworker

Okay, can you believe it is the end of March? I have been so busy with work and consulting that I did not realize until this evening tha...

This Application Seems Fishy. What Should a School Counselor Do?

Sometimes students lie about their achievements. But in a process built on trust, verifying each and every detail just isn’t possible.

Which Personality Trait Helped You Survive Secondary School?

Is College Worth the Price? Even Some High School Counselors Have Their Doubts

Our exclusive survey finds both parents and counselors believe colleges need to deliver more value for the money.