Author: Bill Tenny-Brittian

Bill is the Managing Partner at The Effective Church Group. He began ministry as a church planter in the early 1980s and over the past 40 years he's grown churches from one side of the nation to the other. In 2002 he joined Bill Easum's consultation group and began partnering with churches and church leaders to help them reach their fullest potential. He is the author of twelve books and the editor of Net Results magazine. Reach Bill here.

Invite People Into Solutions – Not to Church: 4 Tips to Success

Invite People to Solutions

Let’s be honest—inviting people to church these days is an uphill battle. Most people aren’t exactly lining up to come in on a Sunday, and it’s not just because they’re busy. For many, the church has a reputation problem; it feels irrelevant or even uncomfortable. When you extend an invitation to join a service, they […]

Time to Organize Your Church – Once And For All!

Organize Your Church

In the ever-evolving landscape of church leadership and management, one of the most pressing challenges faced by pastors and church leaders is navigating the complexities of how to organize your church. At the heart of this challenge lies a critical question: How can a church’s structure facilitate effective decision-making, foster growth, and align with its […]

Stop Inviting People to Church… and Grow Your Church Anyway

Stop Clergy Road

Recently, I was working with a church that desperately wants to grow… well, the pastor wants it to grow. He asked his core leaders about their inviting experiences and they all said shades of the same thing: “I’ve invited all my friends to church and they’re not interested.” Well, duh!! Unless you happen to be […]

Is Your Vision Visionary?

visionary-vision

A church’s vision is more than just words on paper; it’s the driving force behind growth, transformation, and impact. Unfortunately, many (most!) churches find themselves stuck with a vision that lacks inspiration and direction, let alone a specific goal. But what if your church’s vision could become the catalyst for measurable change? Check out how […]

Surprise! The Holidays Are Here

Holidays are here

It used to be that Christmas began when Santa Claus passed the reviewing stand in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. It used to be that the first strains of Christmas carols played on the Muzak on the following Friday morning. It used to be. But surprise! The holidays are here. Now. On the other hand, for […]

Stop Ignoring the 5 Leadership Selection Mistakes Churches Make

Leadership Selection Mistakes

Selecting the right leaders is critical for a church’s growth and success. However, many (probably most) churches make at least five of the following common leadership selection mistakes that can hinder their progress. This blog post highlights five mistakes to avoid when choosing church leaders, ensuring your congregation is set up for a vibrant future. […]