Every church has to make their own decision in their context of when to re-open. It is not an easy decision to make, weighing state and federal laws and guidelines, considering our church population, weighing finances and more. For years, pastors have been leading and serving their people. They do Read more…
While I am not serving full time in a church setting, I have been filling in from time to time in various churches. On Sunday May 10, I led worship and preached at a church for the first time since the Covid-19 restrictions went into place. It was the first Read more…
One of the most important things I have ever learned about life, leadership and mental health came from my two Border Collies, Oreo & Reeses. I had taken them both to a trick training class. Border Collies are notoriously smart, energetic and empathetic. Our two are no exception. I was Read more…
We are offering a variety of free online forums and learning opportunities for pastors, staff and church leaders in the midst of Covid-19. Each forum will consist of a short presentation on the topic, lengthy time for discussion, brainstorming,Q & A and some optional time for prayer. These events are Read more…
Watch this short video to get an update on what is happening in our ministry in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic and stay tuned for more information!
We are here to support churches as they navigate the Covid-19 pandemic and the current and future implications for the church. Please note, any links to external organizations does not represent a partnership between the organization and Preparing for Amazement Ministries.
These are certainly unprecedented and unusual times. In this rare moment in history, many are unable to physically attend their church worship services due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It has forced individuals, families and churches to think and live differently in many ways. As I reflect on what this means Read more…
Check out this short, 2 minute video on our mission statement! The mission of Preparing for Amazement Ministries is to revitalize and build the global church.
Our mission is to revitalize and build the global church. Most organizations have a mission statement, but for most, the mission statement is just a set of words that have little impact on the day to day operation of the organization. This is not the case at Preparing for Amazement Read more…
The tagline verse for our ministry is ‘the whole gospel for the whole world’. Like our theme verse, it comes from Marcus’ college experience. This tagline was, at the time, a part of the DNA of Eastern University where Marcus earned his undergraduate degree. This shaped the school tremendously and Read more…