Category Archives: Resources

Fall 2021 Member Care Conferences In the US

Posted on April 19, 2021 by Scott Shaum

Two US-based conferences are going forward with plans to gather this fall: PTM (Pastoral Training in Member Care) will be held September 28-October 1, outside Asheville, NC This year’s theme is Grounded in Glory. There are some fantastic pre-conference events … Continue reading →

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Summer Reads

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Scott Shaum

Here are some of the books I’ve been enjoying these summer months, that I highly recommend! What have you been reading? Thanks!

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Resource: Axis and Raising Gen Z Summit

Posted on February 9, 2020 by Scott Shaum

I have just been made aware of a fascinating organization called Axis (Kudos to my colleague Renee). Axis’ mission from their website: We build lifelong faith by helping parents and caring adults talk with their kids about what they otherwise … Continue reading →

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New Podcast Resource on Resilience

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Scott Shaum

Antioch Church in Waco, TX (USA) has begun a new podcast around the topic of resilience for field workers. Here is their description: “Have you ever wondered what keeps some missionaries on the field for ages? Is it stubbornness or … Continue reading →

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Update: TUC Celebration

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Scott Shaum

Thank you to all who helped celebrate The Uninvited Companion’s one year celebration. During 1-5 January, 1783 free kindle editions were download! That is quite the response. If you find this book helpful, please pass it on as a resource … Continue reading →

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2018 Reads List

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Scott Shaum

Here is an annual reads list I share. I trust you will find something to stimulate your on-going learning. Please, please send me titles you have read of late that you found worth the time. Thanks! Keep growing in Christ! … Continue reading →

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Free: The Uninvited Companion

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Scott Shaum

The Uninvited Companion has been so well received – the stories I have heard! I am grateful to how God has used it. To celebrate it’s one year on the market, the Kindle Edition is free through January 5. Please pass … Continue reading →

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Revised Spiritual Reflection Tool

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Scott Shaum

Refection is a wise life practice. Busyness undermines reflection. Without pausing, we do not grow in wisdom that God can teach us through life. Taking time to examen our lives gives God space to catch our attention. A Revised Spiritual … Continue reading →

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