Easter is Over – Now What?
If you have been a pastor or church leader for any time at all, you know both the elation of Easter Sunday and the deflation of the Sunday after Easter. Immediately after Easter, the crowd may become much smaller, and…
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Does Your Church Have Great Customer Support?
Those of us involved in church work understand we are called to serve. We serve our visitors, members, volunteers, and employees. This service demonstrates how much we value those we interact with. Businesses understand this. They call it customer service.…
Six Reasons to Post a Sermon Promo
A lot of churches simply post their sermons, (or the entire worship service), to Facebook or YouTube and call it good. I don’t think it is good and here are six good reasons to do a promo of a future…
8 Signs Your Church Might Be Becoming Irrelevant
The message of Jesus is relevant but your church might not be. Why? Well, the truth is, irrelevant churches make almost no impact on the community around them. Relevance means what you do matters. Relevance means your ministry makes a…
Why Streaming Your Church Services to TV Makes Sense
Many church leaders think it’s too expensive or special equipment is needed, but that is not accurate. Most don’t realize the benefits to streaming to TV. TV might be the most popular American pastime. On average, 55% of Americans spend…
What Do People Want to Hear From Church?
A church’s message has to be more than, “Join us Sunday!” You have to tap into the real needs and feelings your community is experiencing and offer a tangible way to help. Churches need to clarify their message and make…
Is Your Church Invisible to New People?
The majority of folks are using the most popular digital tools, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc… Is your church equipped to be found on these important platforms? Pastor Craig Smee will show you how to leverage all your digital resources so…
5 Tips to Make Sure You Don’t Ignore Unchurched Guests on Easter
When unchurched people walk through your door this Easter, will you be ready for them? Here are five specific ways to make sure you are ready for your Easter guests. 1. Make Sure You Have Enough Volunteers at Critical Points Easter…
Unwelcomed: 50 Ways Churches Drive Away 1st Time Visitors
There are many reasons why first time visitors don’t come back for a second reason, make sure your church isn’t accidentally causing this! You’ll find 50 ways to make sure you don’t drive away 1st time visitors. Steve and Phil…