Teachers often struggle with creating lessons that are relevant to the students. Mr. Lehman focuses on the relevancy of current events and some practical ways to integrate and present current events in the classroom.

Busy teachers seldom take the time to objectively consider their work as a teacher. What should I know about myself as a teacher and how can I discover an accurate picture of my role as a teacher in the community where I serve?

Personal energy is good but not enough for the teacher. How does the teacher obtain and express the divine energy that comes from God alone? What does this look like in everyday classroom settings?

Personal growth for the teacher is more than intellectual/academic development. How can teachers grow professionally, spiritually, and physically as they mature in the school and community life?

"Globalization" is a reality for all of us. World events impact us at every level on a daily basis. The next generation of leaders is being powerfully shaped by the "information age." How can we help students to receive, discern,...

We live in a day of opportunity! But opportunity alone does not equal sustainable, focused, productivity over the long haul. Sustainable cultural/missional output requires high levels of input in critical areas. Sustainability...

The public persona of a leader is one thing; his personal and private habits of life are another. This workshop addresses the personal and private disciplines that contribute to successful leadership in the marketplace. Of...

How can you grow in understanding your subject area if all your time seems taken by lesson planning, grading, and teaching? Rather than overwhelm ourselves by trying to study a large quantity of material, says Melvin, we ought to...

Are we lethargic? Are we impotent? Is tradition friend or foe? The panel responds to a handful of questions related to the rising generation.

How do we reconcile our traditional stance on nonresistance with all the unrest, splits, and hatred in our churches today? How can I defend my nonvoting position in the face of the push to get Christians to vote? Can political...

What is our niche in the ecology of the kingdom? At the end of an event focused on the history of Anabaptism, Melvin proposes a path forward for our churches.

A panel explores the opportunities available to us in building the kingdom, and the dangers we must avoid.

How do I know whether I should consider making teaching a career? Is it safe to try teaching if I'm not sure I'm called? Three experienced educators speak of calling, desire, and community confirmation.

Melvin Lehman began his teaching career at Anchor Christian School. He later served as administrator of Faith Builders, and currently teaches history and math at Faith Builders. In this video, he addresses the problem of parental...

Melvin Lehman began his teaching career at Anchor Christian School. He later served as administrator of Faith Builders, and currently teaches history and math at Faith Builders. In this video, he addresses the question "How do...