Here are 10 reasons why we started a Pastoral Staff Blog:

1. 1.It's a chance for us to share a variety of things that we think and feel that we don't always have a forum for or time to speak about. A blog is essentially a unique communication tool. It's a bit like a free-flowing coffee shop conversation - casual, friendly and open.
   

2. 2.It's enables people to get to know us a bit better. Through our blogs, we can tell some of our own stories and journey. This is especially important in a growing church where we can't spend time with each person one on one.
   

3. 3.It's an opportunity for us to share what we are learning.
   

4. 4.It gives us the ability to pass on resources to other people that may help them. We would like to write a few brief things on a topic then provide links where people can find out more information or recommend books for people to do further reading. A blog is about knowledge sharing.
   

5. 5.We like to hear feedback on various issues and topics. That's why we will try to read every comment that is posted on our blogs. Although we can't answer them all, we can keep a listening ear to what other people are thinking and feeling.
   

6. 6.It provides a forum for people to engage in a conversation about a topic of their interest. We enjoy stimulating people's thinking and then listening in to what they have to say. Blogs can connect people and build community.
   

7. 7.Amazingly, it enables us to connect with people all around the world. It's a global communication tool.
   

8. 8.We enjoy writing and putting our thoughts into words.
   

9. 9.We like new technology and enjoy learning new things.
   

10. 10. It's fun!