I grew up singing hymns of the faith. But as a kid with an active imagination and plenty of time, I liked to switch hymn lyrics in weird ways.

The ongoing nature vs. nurture debate about human identity has a parallel in leadership studies. It appears in the question, “Are some people born with strong leadership skills or can good leadership be learned?”

Too many books, too little time! I’m working on several conferences and research projects, and much of my reading lately is geared toward those endeavors.

In light of an upcoming leadership conference I’m directing, I’ve been thinking about issues of leadership. The process is pushing me to think anew about the role and nature of leaders.

I began reading some great books in the spring and I’m back at them and others this fall. Here’s a list of what I’m reading right now…

I completed my 2012 summer hike! I backpacked more than 1,100 miles in the Idaho wilderness, making photos and enjoying nature all summer long. It was a grand adventure!

Too many books. Too little time. Most people I know share my predicament. But here are some books I’m reading these days…

Among the virtues Christians are called to express, compassion is among the highest. An upcoming conference titled, “A Cup of Cold Water,” encourages us to respond to God's call to be compassionate.

This summer, I’m embarking on a 1,000+mile walkabout. I’ll be photographing the wild and remote places of Idaho.