Caryschmidt

LATEST ARTICLES ( 164 )

• What Happens to Our Youth Group Grads?

  It’s the time of year when many of your teenagers are graduating from high school and from the church youth group! What’s next for them? I mean—what’s next for... Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Is New England Reachable?

  According to 57% of unsaved New Englanders—YES! I shared these stats previously, but in case you missed them…Recent surveys of New Englanders and religion have... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Why I’m Thankful for My Dad

  Today is Father’s Day, and I couldn’t help but take a moment to reflect on why I’m thankful for my dad. Here are the big values and investments that resonate... Read more

  Posted on 16 June 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 12 Thoughts On Spiritual Battle

  Are you dealing with some spiritual oppression or hardship? Do you feel resistance as you are trying to press forward in faith? You’re in good company! Here... Read more

  Posted on 10 June 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• WAIT! Before You Step Out…

  God’s will—how do you know when and how to step out in faith? God’s will is big. It’s also unknown. It’s wonderful. It’s also scary. Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• The Power of Biblical Affirmation

  Have you ever felt “in over your head?” Have you sensed God calling you to do something—and you hope you’re wrong!? Those are precarious moments, and one thing... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Encouragement for Spiritual Leaders

  A friend recently said to me, “Cary, in the role of leader or pastor, the highs are higher… but the lows are lower.”I called my friend this week—same one. Read more

  Posted on 22 May 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 10 Wonderful Experiences of Being a New Pastor

  Last week I shared 10 Stretching Experiences of Being a New Pastor. Today, I want to rehearse the blessings of serving God with a wonderful group of people. Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Unbelieving Believers

  Our transition to New England has been nothing short of the most tumultuous upheaval imagineable. It’s been shell-shocking, heart-wrenching, and emotionally... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Stop Worrying…

  As I was struggling to surrender to God’s will, my biggest road block was worry. I worried over all the unknowns. I carried on a million mental arguments with... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 10 Stretching Experiences of Being a New Pastor

  My son recently got a part-time job at Dunkin’ Donuts. Attached to his name tag, for the first few weeks, he had to wear a ribbon that said, “I’m new—thank you... Read more

  Posted on 23 April 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• What If…

  What if the Holy Spirit was working in the heart of that person you passed by?What if He would have radically changed them because you invited them to church... Read more

  Posted on 17 April 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• The Dangers of Depletion…

  Do you ever try to press on when you’re depleted? Do you ignore the warning signs of “being on empty?” Sometimes I do. It’s easy to pretend we don’t have limits... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Jesus Brings People and Churches Back to Life!

  Looking Back on Resurrection Sunday Blessings!God is at work at Emmanuel—and it’s all HIM and HIS PEOPLE! He still moves, He still uses single-hearted church... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• How to Invite Someone to Easter Sunday

  Hoping to bring a guest with you to Resurrection services on Sunday? Praying for your pastor as he prepares to preach the gospel? Hoping the Spirit of God will... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Hey, NEW ENGLAND CHRISTIANS, Listen Up!

  This is a post for New England Christians! If you know a Christian in New England, please pass it along! I can’t believe this GOOD NEWS!Hey New England—it’s... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• 8 Ways to Help Those Who Grieve

  This week our ministry has experienced a devastating loss. Angie Larson—one of the sweetest Christian ladies I’ve ever met, and a joyful servant at Emmanuel... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• The Best Advice I’ve Received as a Pastor

  Since arriving in Connecticut to pastor, I’ve had the privilege of seeking biblical counsel and insight from dozens of godly, gracious pastors and spiritual... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Five “Ministries” That Kill Real Ministry

  (I use the word “ministry” in this post tongue in cheek.)It seems that some leaders and Christians have appointed themselves to unhealthy “ministries. Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY

• Random Stuff About Blizzards

  In case your wondering—YES—we still love New England, blizzards and all. In SoCal we had earthquakes and sand-storms. In the south there are hurricanes and... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2013 RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY