The Point of Comparison
The word “comparison” can have a negative connotation at first glance. We teach our young children not to compare themselves to what others do or… Read More »The Point of Comparison
Missions & Outreach
God is The God of Order
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) because our God is The God of Order.… Read More »God is The God of Order
What Makes the Church Body Unique
The importance of vision casting to invest in the church’s future by achieving long-term goals and advancing the community’s health has to be inclusive of… Read More »What Makes the Church Body Unique
Why an Updated Address List Matters for Your Church
Once you have defined your community, the next step is uploading your congregation into your computer system. This crucial step, as shared in the recently… Read More »Why an Updated Address List Matters for Your Church
Why You Should Plan Your Church Events a Year Ahead
Are you ever surprised when someone says, “Wow! Christmas just snuck right up on me!” or “I can’t believe I forgot your birthday. I meant… Read More »Why You Should Plan Your Church Events a Year Ahead
Promoting Year-End Giving: Be intentional about Mission
During Advent and through Christmas, parishes and churches weave together messages of preparation, hope, and joy with reminders of generosity and giving. We hear it… Read More »Promoting Year-End Giving: Be intentional about Mission
12 Ways to Serve Your Community This Christmas Season
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” This is a great line in one of my family’s favorite… Read More »12 Ways to Serve Your Community This Christmas Season
10 Winter Ministry Ideas for Your Church
For churches, there isn’t a time to not put your best foot forward to fully engage with all God has asked you to do as… Read More »10 Winter Ministry Ideas for Your Church
13 Great Christmas Outreach Ideas
Some of the most fun ministry outreach happens during the Christmas season! There’s so much anticipation in the cooler air, and everywhere you turn –… Read More »13 Great Christmas Outreach Ideas
Where are All the American Christians?
Jesus said, “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 7:21). None of us reading this can say… Read More »Where are All the American Christians?
Millions of Christians are Inactive in Their Faith: A Challenge and an Opportunity
Every church has a mix of more-active and less-active members. There are many ways we try to describe this. We might talk about the “faithful”… Read More »Millions of Christians are Inactive in Their Faith: A Challenge and an Opportunity
People are Looking for Friendly Churches with Good Preaching
There was a day when denominational loyalty made it easy for people to find their next church or religious congregation. If a Baptist, a Methodist,… Read More »People are Looking for Friendly Churches with Good Preaching