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May 28, 2007 0 Comments

Understand that you are always measuring something … even if you do not know it. Most churches measure harmony, financial stability, membership. So long as there are no complaints, the church is in

May 21, 2007 0 Comments

By Bill Tenny-Brittian Over the past couple of decades there's been a lot of talk about being relevant in our churches, especially in our worship. There's been a move toward contemporary music, modern

May 14, 2007 0 Comments

By: Jeff Patton When was the last time someone said that to you?   Most of the stupid jokes I hear directed at pastors refer to the short work week (20 minutes on Sunday) and

May 7, 2007 0 Comments

By Jeff Patton I heard it again today.  Dramatic turnaround in congregations occurs about two weeks after you have decided to throw in the towel.  Two weeks.  Two weeks. I remember years ago

April 30, 2007 0 Comments

By: Jeff Patton I often wonder why would any pastor or congregation ever think about inviting a church consultant to their congregation.  In my travels I am often asked by people on the airplane

April 23, 2007 0 Comments

Every church has natural barriers through which it must pass as it grows. The numbers go something like this (all refer to worship attendance) 200, 500, 900, 3,000 and up.  These barriers are