The Secret to Small Groups
Small Groups, the secret by Bill Easum (2004) A question from one of our small groups Would you please elaborate on what you see as the key to effective small groups? What will help them keep from being as ineffective as Sunday school often is, except that they occur at another time or day of […]
Sidewalk Sunday School
Utilizing a box truck converted to be a portable platform theater with complete sound system, our volunteers travel to consecutive sites in the inner city, spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ. This high energy weekly program includes music, drama, Bible object lessons and stories, games, prizes and promotions. Each exciting minute is packed with […]
Terminating Staff
By Bill Easum The best practice for someone who is no longer functioning in a position like they should is to let the person go as soon as you make the decision that this is the best thing to do. Waiting always results in that person making a bigger mess when they leave. Do not […]
Staff Syndromes by Milton Lewis
From Milton Lewis, Pastor of Northern Hills in San Antonio, TX syndrome . 1. A group of signs and symptoms that collectively indicate or characterize a disease, psychological disorder, or other abnormal condition. 2. a. A complex of symptoms indicating the existence of an undesirable condition or quality. 1. The Star Syndrome 2. The Manageable […]
Pastor and Staff
From Bill Easum I would say that no matter what the circumstances, unless moral failure, the loyalty of the staff must be to the senior pastor without hesitation.  When a staff member cant do that they should leave for good of the church. It means never, ever, contradicting whatever the staff decides at the staff table. […]
Hiring Staff Method
In a program based church the following model works very well in hiring staff. Before advertising for the position, develop a clear Mission Statement setting out all of the expectations and objectives on which the person will be evaluated. This way the person knew what was expected before joining the staff. Next, advertise nationally through […]