Creekbank Stories Curt Iles, Storyteller

Leaders Eat Last You can listen to the podcast episode of “Leaders Eat Last”  at our The Quiet Leader Podcast Thoughts on Servant-Leadership   “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45 I’ve recently discovered a fascinating book, Leaders Eat Last by …

My Writing Manifesto Curt Iles July 2024 I write and tell stories that connect with people’s hearts. I write about what I know: the unique and fascinating stories of Louisiana’s people, places, culture, and history. I am a writer who is very comfortable in my own skin. I am a Southern writer/storyteller who lives in Louisiana and tells stories from …

Audio Podcast of “Professor Cavanaugh’s Best Lecture. ”   A word from Curt Teacher. There’s no higher calling. Few professions can influence as much as a dedicated teacher. The best teacher I ever met was Charles Cavanaugh. This is his story. “Yes, God’s will—most often—is simply doing the best we can, right where we are.” Professor Charles J. Cavanaugh and …

        More at www.creekbank.net Today’s Mini-Blog “I will walk with you”  Thoughts on kusindikiza   Takeaway: there are so many simple acts of grace we can show others. It’s called common courtesy.   Kusindikiza Pronounced “ku-sin-di-kiza.” It’s a Swahili term I have yet to find a comparable English term. Google Translate gives “To escort” as the English …

More stories at www.creekbank.net See dirt? Throw seeds.   It’s one of my favorite quotes. It’s simple but profound. See dirt? Throw seeds. It is a multi-faceted statement. Here are several applications: If we see a situation that needs improving, get involved and make a difference. Dig in and become part of the solution. Secondly, when we throw seeds, we …

Listen to “The Quiet Leader” Podcast. The Quiet Sheriff   He was my sheriff and one of the quietest leaders I’ve known.   Friday, September 23, 2005 10:00 AM CDT DeRidder, Louisiana There was palpable tension and anxiety in the crowded meeting room. Over a hundred Beauregard Parish leaders had gathered for a final briefing on Hurricane Rita. This strong …

Keep Doing Your Good Work: Stay above the Fray   “So I sent messengers to them, saying, ‘I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down. Why should the work cease while I leave it and go down to you?’”  -Nehemiah 6:3   Sadly, some people will try to drag you down when you’re attempting a good …

Learn more at www.creekbank.net   These are the rough notes for Episode 1 of our new podcast, “The Quiet Leader.” I’ve printed them in their entirety so you can see what goes into preparing a recorded episode. As always, enjoy! Cur Click here to listen to Episode 1 of “The Quiet Leader” podcast   EPISODE 1    The Quiet Sheriff …

“You shall not pass!” There comes a time when a man must stamp his staff, stand astride the path, and shout, “You shall not pass!” I do not know when that time is for you. It’s a very deep personal decision. Only an individual can decide when that moment is and how he or she will make a stand. It …

  Tomorrow, Terry and Sara Iles begin a new chapter in their lives. It will be Terry’s first day as a New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary professor. Terry is Dry Creek’s first (and only) Hebrew scholar. Doctor “T-Dawg” (as he is widely known to family and friends) and Sara will move to New Orleans over the summer. In addition to …

Buying Truth “Buy truth, and do not sell it; buy wisdom, instruction, and understanding.” Proverbs 23:23   Today’s takeaway: The lifelong learner puts effort, time, and money into the pursuit of growth and knowledge.   I’ve always believed that everyone, especially leaders, should be lifelong learners. I call it “L.L.L.” Life Long Learner You don’t need to head a large …

“Six Foot Deep” in Trouble     A word from Curt: Emotion The best stories elicit emotion. Sometimes tears. Other times laughter. Even anger or sadness. A good story creates emotion. Today’s blog is a funny story from an unlikely location,  Dry Creek Cemetery. Enjoy. Laugh. Retell.   “Six Foot Deep” in Trouble   One of my ministries is helping …

` You can find all of our blog posts and social media links at www.creekbank.net   Don’t Miss it!   It’s Today!  Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 3:50 PM CDT, is an amazing moment in Earth’s journey. We call it the Summer Solstice. Our Planet’s northward tilt will abruptly stop today (Thursday, June 20)  at exactly 3:50 PM Central Daylight Time. …

      A Cup of Coffee at the Bentley   Yesterday, I asked, “Mike, did you have a cup of coffee this morning?” He grinned. “Sure. I got a hot cup from the Bentley.”   I met my homeless friend, Mike, at the corner of 2nd and Desoto in downtown Alexandria.  I asked, “Where’d you sleep last night?  Mike, …