Published April 6, 2017 We’re just a few days away from celebrating Resurrection Sunday! Praise God for His loving sacrifice and resurrection! Some members of CSU’s staff and faculty share a few ways to intentionally turn your focus to the true meaning of this...
How to Communicate Effectively: The OIC Solution
Published January 31, 2017 Did you ever have a conversation that didn’t feel as if it was going anywhere? Did you ever look back on an experience meant to foster a mentoring relationship that just fizzled? Did ever miss a chance to build into another person simply...
18 Things Every Pastor Needs to Know Before Planting a Church
Published January 17, 2017 Starting a new church can feel like jumping out of an airplane without a parachute if you’re not following the right steps. If you are new to planting, you have a ton of questions. It’s normal. Above all else, affirm your calling. Let others...
7 Ways to Meet Your Health and Fitness Goals in the New Year
Published December 27, 2016 The new year brings a fresh start for some of the unfinished business on many of our to-do lists. If you will be including exercise on your “goals for the new year” list, here are a few suggestions that might help get you started, and more...
How to Make this Christmas More Meaningful
Published December 18, 2016 Thoughts and Ideas from CSU Employees Have the youngest member of your family read the Luke 2 Christmas story on Christmas morning before you open any gifts. -Dr. Jim Lytle, President Make your shared time with family more about...
How to Make Bible Reading Part of Daily Life in the New Year
Published December 13, 2016 The first key is finding the optimum time. I am a regimented person, an early riser and tied to a nine-month school schedule, so early mornings are my time. Those who have less conventional schedules struggle with this. A friend of mine...
Ministry Leaders’ Guide to Surviving the Holidays
Published December 6, 2016 Christmas concerts. Plays. Community outreach events. Shopping. Family time. Ministry to shut-ins. Busy schedules can often turn a well-intentioned season of glory into one of major frustration. The Christmas season can present a challenge...
How to Bring Your Resume to the Next Level – Part 2
Published November 29, 2016 Clarks Summit University’s Director of Career Services Shares Tips to Improve Your Resume and Job Search In the first part of this series, I gave the foundation for what you need to know before you write a resume. Now, you’ll learn...
How to Bring Your Resume to the Next Level – Part 1
Published November 22, 2016 Clarks Summit University’s Director of Career Services Shares Tips to Improve Your Resume and Job Search I love making resumes! However, students and alumni generally don’t share my excitement when they reach out to me to help them develop...
How to Support your Child in Sports (And Still Keep Your Testimony)
Published November 15, 2016 We have all been to a youth sporting event and listened to parents in the crowd yelling at their team, the opposing team, the referees and their own child athlete. As Christians, we should be different and work to control our emotions while...