Articles - The Effective Church Group

As a church leader, you strive to attract and retain church members. However, the average U.S. church only sees a 15 percent return rate. That means for every 100 people who walk through

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,

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

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

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

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.