A student made this for me and preformed it on my last night at CSM. It may be the best gift I’ve ever received! …besides salvation. Related Posts:Rationalizing a 4-Week Break from Youth GroupJesús Stepping It UpGoodbye, CSMNew DirectionsFlash Mob at the Boardwalk
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Christine’s Song
September 18th, 2011 
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No Comments »Goodbye, CSM
September 10th, 2011 joshherndon Lots of mixed emotions tonight as we said goodbye to Central Student Ministries… It’s unnatural, saying goodbye to something you created. But far more than the “institution of” CSM, it’s the day-t0-day relationships that I’m really going to miss. My wife compiled a video of some memories from the last three years. So fun! Related Posts:The [...]
Posted in Central Student Ministries, Media Tags: Central Student Ministries, goodbye, memories No Comments »Flash Mob at the Boardwalk
July 24th, 2011 joshherndon This past week our students went on our annual summer camp! I’ll write down a few thoughts later, but I organized a Flash Mob at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for one of our “activities”. So much fun! You can see it here: http://youtu.be/uyqCtC6pJhg Related Posts:New Directions“Why I Loved Summer Camp” VideoMy Summer Camp Top [...]
Posted in Central Student Ministries Tags: Activities, Camp, CSM, Flash Mob, fun, NCNSM, santa cruz beach boardwalk, Summer Camp No Comments »I’m Eating Ribs (when I should be at CSM)
May 13th, 2011 joshherndon My sisters is getting married tomorrow and she asked me to officiate the wedding! I’m obviously extremely humbled (and nervous). To get a front row seat to one of God’s greatest gifts is a great honor. Logistically, however, it’s not ideal. Tonight is the rehearsal dinner and I’ll be missing CSM. I’ll be leaving the [...]
Posted in Central Student Ministries, Personal Tags: Becca, janae, wedding, when the youth pastor is away 1 Comment »Leaders Leading [CSM Review 4/1/11]
April 3rd, 2011 joshherndon Last Friday was no April Fools– we met God! There was a lot of distractions leading up to the service, but our student leaders stayed focused and led a hungry group of students in worship and prayer. I was particularly proud of Becca, Gabby, and Cecilia (the three girls, leading worship). All three faced severe [...]
Posted in Central Student Ministries, CSM Review, Media Tags: Becca, cecilia, Central Student Minsitries, CSM, Gabby, Josh Herndon, student leaders, Video, Worship No Comments »I am the Vine
March 25th, 2011 joshherndon I’m really excited about tonight’s message. It comes out of John 15 where Jesus says: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” For my friends who will miss it tonight, here’s the notes: [...]
Man Jam (CSM 3/4/11 Review)
March 7th, 2011 joshherndon Editor’s note: I apologize for my inconsistent posts. I’ve been preoccupied with an intense season at school, moving houses, and baby preparation. There were some funny elements to the night: I Am: II. We continued our series on Jesus’ seven “I Am” statements in John. On Friday we covered “I am the Gate” and “I [...]
Posted in CSM Review Tags: abandonment, CSM, I Am, Man Jam, protection, Youth Ministry, Youth ministry series 2 Comments »New Series: I AM
February 23rd, 2011 joshherndon We’re starting a new series this week called, “I AM”. I’ve felt inclined to do more textual-based messages after being more topical-driven this past series (How to Kill a Ninja). After considering a couple different passages to work through, I’ve decided to teach from where it really matters! We’ll be going over 4 of Jesus’ [...]
Zombies (CSM 2/11/11 Review)
February 17th, 2011 joshherndon We had a great night last Friday at CSM. One of our students, Rebecca, spoke about optimism, pessimism, and thankfulness. When word got out that she was speaking, a huge wave of newcomers came to give her support! She communicated clearly and effectively! I’ll try to upload the video soon. I love giving students the [...]
The Runaround (2/4/10 CSM Review)
February 7th, 2011 joshherndon One (of several) downfalls of being bivocational is conflicting obligations. For instance, last Friday was our school‘s homecoming (at the same time as youth group). This of course was problematic, as I am the ASB advisor and oversee all things social– especially homecoming. It caused a long, hard day full or runarounds and back-and-forth trips [...]