A great article for Ministry folks

Josh posted a great link today about finding rest in the summer when you're in youth ministry. Honestly, I think it's good for ministry as a whole. the church will not fall apart if we take time off! It's hard to believe that sometimes, but fyi- we're not God. the church will go on! haha :)

Here's a run down for those of you who don't like to read [although this is worth it]

1. Continue to take your off day.
2. Take vacation before/after the busiest time of the summer.
3. Take a day trip with the family.
4. Do something without students.
5. Eat/Sleep/Pray.

and i loved this quote:

You are taking an off day, right? I don't mean just having a day you call your "off day" but continue to come into the office, make phone calls, and check email. I mean a real off day, one where you spend time away from youth ministry responsibilities. If you don't have one of those days, stop right now and figure out how to start. (Do not worry, we'll still be here—floating around the Internet when you get back.)