John Alexander: Director of Student Ministries at Eagle Brook Church. I’ve been married to my wife, Emily, for over 4 years. We have 2 dogs (Bear and Nala) and one little boy named Maddox, who was born on August 3, 2011. I grew up in Washington state, went to Chapman University, majored in English/Journalism, played baseball, and won a DIII National Championship. After college, I played professional baseball with the Atlanta Braves and in Switzerland with the Therwil Flyers, coached baseball at Vanguard University and Bethel University, and have worked at Hope Lutheran Church in Westminster, CA, St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, MN, Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, NV, and now Eagle Brook Church.
Thanks for stopping by At The Garage. This blog is focused on providing value to those who work in youth ministry, ministry in general, or just enjoy reading musings on God, life, books, ministry, and leadership. All of the posts will carry a youth ministry value focus.
You can follow me on twitter @johnalex5 or on facebook (Johnalex5).
More than anything, I love Jesus Christ and want to do all I can to follow him, become more like him, and point others to develop a relationship with him as well.
In no way do these blog posts reflect the views of Eagle Brook Church.
John,
Thanks for taking a look at The New Conspirators and for your encouraging words. I would welcome a converstion on topics in the book.
I am convinced we are heading into turbullent times and we need to learn from young risk takers to create more missional lifstyles and congregations to address the growing needs of those at the margins.
We in Mustard Seed Associates are actually creating a manual to help people reach out to those still being hammered by the recession and other waves that are likely to break on the beaches of our lives and communities 2010 to 2020. For those who are interested in learning more they can read about it on my blog http://www.msainfo.org and click on “conspiracy.” keep up the good work John.
Thanks again,
tom sine
Thank you ; )
Hey John,
Thanks for the thoughtful review on MNF!
Thankful that you were able to digest it!
Would you mind posting your review on amazon? Think it’s very helpful for others.
dave
John,
Hey John this is blake with Home of Love Publications. I found you on Amazon and then visited your blog, which is sweet by the way. I completely agree with your thoughts on congregational leadership.
In John 8:34, Jesus says, “I tell you the truth everyone who sins is a slave to sin.”
We are all slaves to selfishness and a sinful nature, but like you said, Jesus can lead us to freedom. When we spend time with Him we will repent and enter into a process of sanctification.
I would love for you to review my Dad’s book, 333 You Are Free!!! which is a fun-to-read, parable style book that offers a way to re-image our minds and renew our hearts through Christ daily. If you are interested, I would gladly send you a complimentary copy, either hardcopy or Ebook, whichever you prefer.
Thanks so much for your blog! Seeing people living to glorify God, strengthens me.
Blake
Your blog looks great.
Our company has been representing authors for the past twenty years. We would love to add you to our database to receive press releases from them regarding religious books for review.
Thank you in advance,
Ken Eason
Bostick Communications
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John and Emily,
I really enjoy your blog. I give you my most heartfelt thanks for your guidance, friendship, and the grace that you extended towards my son and family during your time at CLC in Vegas. You are both much missed.
Diane Adams
p.s. Your idea for a “missional coffeehouse” is fantastic.