Some Holiday Thoughts
Some Holiday Thoughts December brings a time for reflection. Recently, I've turned my attention to the Big 5 personality traits, also known as the Five-Factor Model. You might be curious about why this interests me. In my church community, on occasion, someone will ask me about personality assessments like the Myers Briggs and the Enneagram. I've held a certain skepticism towards these tools, questioning the research backing them. However,…
Reinventing the Wheel
Twenty-two years ago, alongside Rod Hugen and a few other dedicated individuals, I helped establish the Village Church within the humble setting of a Messianic Jewish congregation's building. Right from the start, I was passionate about the idea of reinvention. My firm belief was that community and creativity flourish when we approach things with a fresh perspective, akin to reinventing the wheel. For the Village, this translated into creating…