Implementing Your Mission Statement
First a word about most church mission statements. They’re beautifully word-smithed They’re gorgeous They’re suitable for framing. But a mission statement that’s suitable for framing is rarely a mission statement that’s suitable for much of anything else. A quick reminder that the founder of the church is the one who set its mission and that […]
Discerning and Developing Core Values
Over the years, there has been a good bit of conversation amongst church leaders, consultants, and coaches about congregational values – as in, every church needs to identify their core values. All that’s fine and good, but far too often I’ve come upon churches that spout their values as if they’re water springing from a […]
The Five Pillars of Financial Wisdom: Equipping Your Members for Financial Success
Reprinted from Net Results Magazine Can I be honest with you? The majority of your church members are financially illiterate. That’s a problem, especially when you consider that Jesus talked more about money than any other topic besides the Kingdom of God. In fact, in my opinion, it’s an untenable situation. Church members should be […]
Five and a Half Secrets to Getting Out of the Office
There’s an old saying that goes, “Pastor, you can’t be faithful to the Great Commission if you’re stuck inside your office” (okay, so it’s not that old of a saying). But the truth is there nonetheless. We’ve found that pastors of turnaround churches (and larger, growing churches as well) spend less time in their office and more time […]
The Great Sunday Morning Juggle: Keeping Hymns and Hipsters Happy
The Sunday morning worship service – it’s a cornerstone of church life, yet it’s a real juggling act. Trying to keep a multigenerational congregation engaged is no small feat. It’s like preparing a banquet for a room full of people, each with their own unique tastes and dietary restrictions. So, how do we create a […]
Ministry Lessons: 5 Ways to Turn Children Into Leaders
Most churches have a natural hierarchy of top-level responsibilities, spearheaded by the lead pastor or ministry leaders. But all believers should be ready and willing to lead, and it starts with teaching children in the congregation leadership skills. Research shows that leaders tend to have higher cognitive ability, more self-confidence, and more motivation to drive. […]