The New Year means a fresh start and lots of potential for ministry. While COVID-19 vaccines are making their way around the world, it will still take time for this pandemic to be under control. Streaming video will be just…
This year has been one that none of us will soon forget. Due to the pandemic, churches have struggled to stay alive. Churches have had to change how they conduct weekly services, clean and sanitize, and communicate with members! We…
One thing the past few months has made painfully clear is the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships with others when we cannot meet in-person. While some churches have opened their physical doors once more, we must be mindful of those…
This article originally appeared on OurChurch.Com No matter how much time and thought you put into your church reopen plan, some people are going to disagree with it – probably strongly. You may get phone calls, texts, emails, and social…
A reported 72% of Americans say they’ll hit a mental breaking point if stay-at-home orders continue into June. The same survey found 16% of people have already reached their breaking point. That is very alarming. People are hurting. Your congregation needs…
As we find ourselves in quarantine due to COVID-19, we are presented with an opportunity to get creative, stay connected with loved ones, and find new ways to do ministry. Surprise, you’re not only a pastor, now you’re a videographer!…
Do You Need a Break? Pastors need time to reflect on their sense of call and refresh their professional skills after serving for a number of years in the ministry. In many cases, the pastor is on-call, serving his congregation’s…
As your church grows, things need to change and evolves. That includes the responsibilities of the senior pastor. It might be time to look at hiring an executive pastor, referred to in the church world as an XP. Before we…
I have a good friend who is a pastor and he is an excellent speaker, however when he’s in front of a video camera he gets nervous and comes off rather awkward. There’s no magic sauce to turn someone into…
Working with different churches over the years, I’ve seen lots of approaches by pastors in this area of finances. Some are completely hands-on, while others run from the issue completely. It’s helped me form some thoughts around the best practices regarding…