Recapturing Joy: A Short Testimony

This week, I was invited to do something I haven’t done in a while: to be quiet before the Lord. I know what you’re thinking. But Mike, don’t you do that all the time? Well…no, I don’t. It’s a common assumption that pastors get up before sunrise every day to pray for three hours, but that’s […]

Fall 2013 Seminary Update

Dear Friends, As many of you know, I am currently taking classes through Sioux Falls Seminary’s Omaha program. Here’s a quick look at what I’ve been up to since you last heard from me: This spring, I took a course in Pastoral Care. Interestingly enough, throughout the semester I found myself in many situations where […]

Fall Semester Wrap-Up

*Whew!* Now that the excitement and fun of going back to school has waned, I find myself in the midst of a long, slow grind. This semester was the hardest yet in terms of its workload (my last assignment was due by 11pm on Thursday, and I worked on it up to the last minute!). […]

Seminary Update – October 2011

Today’s post is for my church family, as I promised to give periodic updates regarding my studies. Thus far, my experience with Sioux Falls Seminary has been overwhelmingly positive – few times in my life have I ever felt such a strong sense that I’m right where God wants me to be. Here’s a quick […]

A Seminal Announcement

I am pleased to announce that I have been accepted into Sioux Falls Seminary‘s new program in Omaha! I will be attending my first class, held at Grace University, tonight. The essay I submitted with my application is included below. It is a testament to the many people who have supported and encouraged me over […]