What’s up SYM Insiders?! So we had to take a second to send a shout out to our friends from Duck Dynasty. Watch some of their most redneck, funny moments from season one below:
We love them not only because of their endearing quirks and escapades from hilarious episodes of the show, but because Willie Robertson, the Duck Commander, used to be a youth pastor himself. So if you did not know it already, he is one of you guys! Our very own Rick Lawrence had an awesome chat with him that will be featured in the up and coming September kick-off issue of Group Magazine! Can’t wait till September to hear more?? Here is a golden nugget from the conversation to contemplate today:
When asked about how he balances the business, family and stardom, Willie told Rick about how crucial it was and is for him to train up people around him that can join in the work. He does not try to do it all himself, because he can’t. Willie talked about “giving away his ministry” as a youth leader. This meant giving his students the opportunity to lead- whether it be small groups or games, he tried to equip them to run many important aspects of their group. As Willie has evolved into a Duck Commander and celebrity, he has translated the delegation of leadership into those realms. This takes risk, trust and determination, but the affects of investing and creating leaders are invaluable as it allows individuals and those around them to thrive.
Take that snip it and apply it to your ministry! We really don’t want you to miss out on this rare look into a side of Willie and the boys that you don’t always get to see on the show. Subscribe now to make sure you get this issue in hand with the full interview when it comes out in September! Click the image below:
Huge thanks to Willie and his crew for their time with us and their heart for youth leaders. Be sure to give him some Twitter love: @Williebosshog
Hope your Thursday is rockin’!
-Amber