“Help us to be more externally focused!” is a common appeal from churches today, and many church...

As you know, we just finished moving into our new house. Well, finished is not quite accurate, but t...

If you’ve been around Group much at all, you’ve probably heard of our R.E.A.L. philosoph...

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It’s great to recognize individuals. But don’t forget that most of our volunteer efforts are, at...

THE GIFT OF LISTENING – no interruption, no daydreaming, no planning your response.  Just listeni...

For years I wrote a weekly devotional for home school moms. For five years, I sowed into hundreds of...

“Every organization, regardless of size, must decide who comes first: the customer, the company, o...

Recently, I gave a bookstore manager the opportunity to practice great customer service! I needed to...

I think today’s comment speaks volumes about the importance of thanking volunteers. It was posted ...

You have to read the following story. It is an inspiring reminder that serving others not only benef...

If you are like most volunteer leaders, this thought is never far from your mind. Nothing is as frus...