Brigade Leader | Site-Wide Activity https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/ Activity feed for the entire site. Fri, 13 Nov 2026 01:28:42 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.7.2 en-US 30 hourly 2 064660c5bcd69b432a7cae969f93f875 Jay Trainer started the discussion Tree Climbers Guild – Armor of God Additional Resources in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-armor-of-god-additional-resources/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 01:56:09 -0500 Tree Climbers Guild – Armor of God Additional Resources

Attached is the Dad Mentor Time questions and additional resources for the Armor of God Tree Climbers Guild Module:

– Dad/Mentor Time

– Extended Project Template Cut-Out

]]> 169c13d87e4507b62ada2105fffca770 Michael Fitzgerald posted an update: I had the pleasure of visiting the Wildflowers and […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16979/ Wed, 11 Nov 2026 23:16:15 -0500 I had the pleasure of visiting the Wildflowers and Stockade at First Baptist Church of Canton, Michigan, this past weekend. Leaders Samantha and Adam Gorring, along with other volunteer leaders, are teaching various crafting and woodworking skills to the young people, with the boys making tool boxes and the girls making fall decoration…

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]]> 0 288ec5863a87b12d6435f3cebe47209d Michael Fitzgerald posted an update: 8047, with generous support for Bethesda Lutheran […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16977/ Wed, 11 Nov 2026 22:55:48 -0500 8047, with generous support for Bethesda Lutheran Brethren Church, collected a large load of witnter wear which we passed on to The Luke 3:11 Project, a local ministry which provides winter wear to homeless and low-income people.

Here are some members of 8047 with Jim and Donna Hubert of Luke 3:11.

]]> 0 8b90ce0c84e9f484c00769469dd6de8f Brandon Buser became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16975/ Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:14:39 -0500 0 50ff650062dd8c3c7e4a4340e1a93535 Jodi Miller became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16973/ Thu, 05 Nov 2026 22:00:25 -0500 0 d5180574f7af962c67ab37526192521d Austin McFarland became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16965/ Sun, 01 Nov 2026 15:11:19 -0500 2 d34f044da5b0159a726f0ec3fa905110 Dave Cameron posted an update: Good Evening Everyone,I have made contact with the […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16964/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:38:44 -0400 Good Evening Everyone,

I have made contact with the West Point ticket office and they set up a promotion link to purchase hockey tickets. goarmywestpoint.evenue.net/promotions/DCG. I would appreciate it if you could let me know when you purchase the tickets in case I need to reserve more seats.

I also contacted Chaplain Bowlus and he is…

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]]> 0 95ff30ec902353da9d394623b28d9ef5 Dave Gregg posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=231320 Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:34:42 -0400
Reptiles & Amphibians Leaders Guide

From snakes and turtles to frogs and salamanders, boys will discover the amazing differences between reptiles and amphibians, learn how these animals grow and survive, and explore the creatures living in their…

]]> 7808f6d155129fd20869ba67cf1bf100 Dave Gregg posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=231292 Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:17:29 -0400
Rocks Leaders Guide

The Tree Climbers Guild: Rocks Leaders Guide takes dads, mentors, and boys on a four-week adventure exploring the fascinating world of rocks while discovering how God provides a firm foundation for our…

]]> 6ff263db9abf00db64059494c5673c1d Dave Gregg posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=230826 Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:05:59 -0400
Introducing the Tree Climbers Guild

Building a solid foundation of faith in young boys requires intentionality, adventure, and time spent together. That’s why we are thrilled to share that Tree Climbers is growing into the Tree Climbers Guild!

]]> 0 552777e6c01947c84abcae4a688663fa David Taylor posted an update: Do parents have the option to buy uniform shirts […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16950/ Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:43:57 -0400 Do parents have the option to buy uniform shirts directly instead of going through the unit’s store access?

]]> 7 650a9dd0bcdce2bb7bcd4252e696cd79 Joanne Curran became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16948/ Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:12:06 -0400 0 57e4cc147455ff20d8589fbfb5c7e9c0 Todd Sharkey became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16945/ Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:32:16 -0400 0 3eeb91bbb7a4cd905d4dbd8a5845122a Michael Fitzgerald posted an update: Battalion 8047 finished the American Liberty mission […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16939/ Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:04:08 -0400 Battalion 8047 finished the American Liberty mission last week. The guys had fun learning and practicing the drills, under the watchful eye of “Drill Sergeant” Larry Jankowski!

]]> 4 c8fc3836bf1c4d41a9eb712d6fbebabf Michael Fitzgerald posted an update: I had the wonderful opportunity to guest host at […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16935/ Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:57:04 -0400 I had the wonderful opportunity to guest host at the Stockade meeting of 8014 last evening, and we learned about hands-only CPR as part of the First Aid module. The boys enthusiastically participated!

]]> 0 7bf7334cd65caca33e9463867a957fe1 Keith Bodwell became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16931/ Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:07:24 -0400 1 ad6020d09545053564db338b0434f7fe Dave Gregg posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=228487 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:38:58 -0400
Brigade Resources – All in One Place!

As a Brigade leader, you’ve got plenty to keep track of. Between planning weekly meetings, organizing activities, working with your leadership team, and investing in the boys in your Unit, the last thing you…

]]> 2 aa28d47f1287bbe83220b4f78996195e Dennis Thompson posted an update: Day 7 - A Prayer of Strength, Sending, and […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16926/ Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:06:23 -0400 Day 7 – A Prayer of Strength, Sending, and Daily Faithfulness

Father, how can I glorify You today? How can I praise Your name? How can I walk faithfully before You? I confess that I need Your wisdom and strength in everything I do. Teach me to acknowledge You, depend on You, put on Your armor, and walk on high ground as You would have me…

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]]> 0 1821c59289a5496b65503786828cb4ce Michael O’Hara posted an update: https://www.iredellfreenews.com/obits/2026/coit-raymond-morrison/ https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16925/ Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:45:14 -0400 https://www.iredellfreenews.com/obits/2026/coit-raymond-morrison/

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Coit Raymond Morrison

Coit Raymond Morrison, 68, of Rock Hill, S.C., passed from death to life on October 14, 2026, in Charlotte, N.C. Born in Newark, N.J., on May 10, 1958, Coit grew up in Iredell County, N.C. He atten…

]]> 2 e705537f17924ca9332e61c20c84f158 Dave Gregg posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=231312 Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:19:36 -0400
Colonial Living Leaders Guide

Colonial Living Leaders Guide takes dads, mentors, and boys on a four-week journey into life in Colonial America. Through hands-on projects, traditional games, and activities that explore how colonial…

]]> 0153dadcc9328766c4f244c0b0cae6ff Jay Trainer started the discussion Tree Climbers Guild – Reptiles and Amphibians Additional Resources in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-reptiles-and-amphibians-additional-resources/ Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:11:15 -0400 Tree Climbers Guild – Reptiles and Amphibians Additional Resources

Attached is the Dad Mentor Time questions and additional resources for the Reptiles and Amphibian Tree Climbers Guild Module:

– Dad/Mentor Time

– Reptiles & Amphibians cut-out cards

– Safety Guidelines for Reptile and Amphibian Activities

– Extended Project – Field Journal Materials

]]> d04066c1b24fb1527c75a78fa161cbcb Dennis Thompson posted an update: I pray these prayers have impacted your prayer life and […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16918/ Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:50:04 -0400 I pray these prayers have impacted your prayer life and led you toward a deeper walk with the Lord, as we prepare our hearts and minds to disciple young men and boys in our local Brigade units.


Day 6 – A Prayer for Transformation Through Ordinary Moments

Lord, take the ordinary parts of this ministry and make them holy. Take the games, the…

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]]> 0 2718db74b0dd6c780d5cb63bd84d8e67 Michael O’Hara posted an update: Leaders, pull tight together with the leadership of […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16916/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:07:08 -0400 Leaders, pull tight together with the leadership of your church. October is Pastor Appreciation month; love on them and show them they’re not alone!

Share with them October’s Brigade Bulletin; it let’s them know they’re heard, and shows the relevance of CSB to their desire to mobilize the congregation towards…

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Reaching and Activating Are Not the Same Thing

WARNING: Only those who know what a Flux Capacitor is will fully appreciate this message.As a kid, I was excited to take a cross-country road trip from where I grew up in Western Tennessee to Southern California to visit my … Continue reading

]]> 1 5032395914668ee36bad31216d8f44f4 Dennis Thompson posted an update: Here is Day 5 of 7-Days of PrayerL Day 5 - A Prayer […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16906/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:27:34 -0400 Here is Day 5 of 7-Days of PrayerL

Day 5 – A Prayer for Parents, Homes, and Spiritual Influence

Father, bless the parents of these boys and young men. Give fathers and mothers wisdom, discernment, patience, and courage. Strengthen their homes and deepen their trust in You.

Help us never to compete with the home, but to come alongside it. Show us…

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]]> 0 2458db3db3d6b6ac890f306d2e5b5b8d Dave Gregg posted a new post. https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/?p=231253 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:18:36 -0400
History of Trains Leaders Guide

History of Trains Guide takes dads, mentors, and boys on a four-week journey through the history of trains, from early steam locomotives to modern high-speed rail. As boys discover how trains work, build their…

]]> f3d8907286fd5c881df99bccdad789cf Vasil Genov posted an update: Here in battalion 8034, we just, for the second […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16902/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:33:22 -0400 Here in battalion 8034, we just, for the second time, completed the Treasure Hunting Unit that we pioneered 6 years ago!

First week: Lieutenant Jeff presented on deer antler sheds

Second Week: Lieutenant Joel presented on Native American artifacts.

Third Week: Lieutenant Andy presented on Metal Detecting

Fourth Week: Everyone brought their…

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]]> 0 b71512da95e1735f39ac84250001214e Jay Trainer started the discussion Tree Climbers Guild - Colonial Living Additional Resources in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-colonial-living-additional-resources/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:24:32 -0400 Tree Climbers Guild - Colonial Living Additional Resources

Attached is the Dad Mentor Time questions and printable PDF forms to print out for the Colonial Living module.

– Colonial Journal

– Dad/Mentor Time

]]> 69387091e901c4781447bee6de4b9f65 Andrew Dinges became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16897/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:22:46 -0400 1 8c5017d44ac8e933fe3c6a0dc43ccf23 Vasil Genov became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16896/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:19:36 -0400 2 cf7a5d805573b2d585a60572f60328c8 Jonathan Schiedlo Sr became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16895/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:18:50 -0400 1 56bc591b70c22aac01c09d9d836dfeb4 BOBBY CLARK became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16893/ Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:19:42 -0400 1 46d791bb426677e3e7868773ab9bcdf7 Dean Law became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16891/ Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:59:31 -0400 2 92d42e0b3411d1cabaa52f3492287ffd Dennis Thompson posted an update: Here is Day 4 of the 7 Days of Prayer--as we prepare […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16888/ Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:16:40 -0400 Here is Day 4 of the 7 Days of Prayer–as we prepare our hearts and minds to disciple young men and boys.

Day 4 – A Prayer for the Men and Leaders

Lord, strengthen the men of this ministry. Wake up the hearts of Your men and give us a burden for the next generation. Teach us that we are not merely filling roles or attending meetings – we…

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]]> 0 61c4eef09f76c4a2c2b049d4b4cfa959 Joe Farage became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16887/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:17:21 -0400 0 2e388041eb622f78db7e6b16d290105d Michael O’Hara posted an update: Has your CSB Unit hosted a Fathering Adventure Day […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16886/ Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:52:45 -0400 Has your CSB Unit hosted a Fathering Adventure Day before? They are great one-time opportunities to give dads and kids at your church who aren’t already joining CSB to come and get a taste. Fantastic way to promote your CSB Unit within your own church, or use it as an outreach for the surrounding community. We have lots designed for dads and…

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Fathering Adventure Day Overview

Fathering Adventure Day Transform a single day into a lifelong memory. Christian Service Brigade Fathering Adventures helps local leaders and churches host high-impact, easy-to-plan outdoor events that strengthen the bonds between dads and their kids, mentally, physically, and spiritually. We … Continue reading

]]> 1 a3058fe7766902ec55020ee8e521a540 Kelley Selbher became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16881/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:25:05 -0400 3 b0ce86fffad44e2b6e527ff9028ef35e Dave Gerwitz became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16878/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:08:37 -0400 2 c6858593fa9feb5359e247578e6e9dc9 Jay Trainer started the discussion Tree Climbers Guild - History of Trains Additional Resources in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-history-of-trains-additional-resources/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:08:13 -0400 Tree Climbers Guild - History of Trains Additional Resources

Attached is the Dad Mentor Time questions and printable PDF forms to print out for the History of Trains module.

]]> 93ed0863244c291b91f8d2384d225da0 Jay Trainer started the discussion Tree Climbers Guild - Rocks Additional Resource in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-rocks-additional-resource/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:56:17 -0400 Tree Climbers Guild - Rocks Additional Resource

Attached is the Dad Mentor Rocks resource available to print at any point.

]]> 8f0de0564a0dca21be4d10f71320fc34 Dennis Thompson posted an update: Here is Day 3 of the 7-Days of Prayer:Day 3 - A Prayer […] https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16872/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:31:04 -0400 Here is Day 3 of the 7-Days of Prayer:

Day 3 – A Prayer for Wisdom in Discipling Boys

Father, give me Your wisdom as I walk with boys and young men. Give me eyes to see the boy behind the behavior. Give me ears to hear what is underneath his words. Help me notice what others overlook and respond with grace and truth.

When a boy struggles, give…

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]]> 0 9cb59f7836b17cf337bc99603ecdb4dc Edward Predota became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16870/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 01:18:42 -0400 3 f8a14113e4d845c0bb8bbbeff262e419 Michael O’Hara started the discussion The Battalion/Youth Group Connection??? in the forum Battalion https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/the-battalion-youth-group-connection/ Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:18:00 -0400 The Battalion/Youth Group Connection???

I have learned that some youth pastors/leaders feel like Battalion competes with youth group. What I have also found is that a healthy relationship and collaboration between Battalion and the youth group can have tremendous benefit, because Battalion has the power to develop leaders that the youth group can leverage. Have you experienced…

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]]> fad07e43a7169a972f6f3e825d6e8018 Evan Holliday became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16862/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:38:37 -0400 3 14c017225e7e0cd3115cb901c87ea9aa Michael Fitzgerald replied to the discussion Tree Climbers Guild - Romans Road in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-romans-road/#post-217650 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:27 -0400 Reply to Tree Climbers Guild - Romans Road

I agree-great visual!

]]> 8c70fced41c47647a76052ec954926c8 Dennis Thompson replied to the discussion Tree Climbers Guild - Romans Road in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-romans-road/#post-217641 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:16:34 -0400 Reply to Tree Climbers Guild - Romans Road

Excellent Romans Road

It’s a great visual that we’ll use for each of our guys.

Thanks

]]> 638a509da66c9ba1373b31ee9ccfe707 Jay Trainer started the discussion Tree Climbers Guild - Romans Road in the forum Tree Climbers https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/forums/topic/tree-climbers-guild-romans-road/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:22:21 -0400 Tree Climbers Guild - Romans Road

Here is a PDF downloadable of a copy of the Romans Road to share with your unit.

]]> d714cf10c0e0a17b2df5b7d02bde002b Kristen Sutter became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16854/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:52:47 -0400 2 b5312e609103b9ff9cfd9c37a70d7a7e Matt Oberlin became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16850/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:38:17 -0400 2 9de34c0df21cf281f9393e23a052dba4 William Hepperle became a registered member https://brigadeleader.csbministries.org/activity/p/16848/ Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:53:25 -0400 2