Reality check? We live in a dangerous world. Even our churches are not immune to this reality. In fact, there are some who see churches… Read More »Safe and Sound: A Primer for Implementing a Church Security System
We have all sat through a church service where a small baby starts crying and the flustered parents do everything they can to calm the… Read More »Babysitting or Ministry: The Important Basics of Running a Good Nursery
The only way to build community in your local church congregation is to get people together. Isolation breeds loneliness and will stunt any progress we… Read More »Top 10 Church Events to Strengthen Community
Volunteers play an integral and essential role in the church. They are the hands, feet, and heart that make ministry happen. So it is vital… Read More »4 Easy Ways You Can Improve Connection with Volunteers
Summertime is often a slower season on the church calendar. Many churches take a break from having Sunday night and Wednesday services. Families take vacations… Read More »5 Easy Ways to Stay Connected with Volunteers All Summer
As church leaders, it feels as if we are many times called upon to be all things to all people. We are required to be… Read More »Determining Your Capacity in the Local Church
No matter how large or small your church is, keeping kids safe at church functions should be a priority. Even if your church has a… Read More »Make Your Church the Safest Place in Town for Kids: Safety Policies for Your Children’s Ministry
I remember the first time I was truly invested in a cause. I was 14 years old, and I was asked by one of my… Read More »Becoming a Champion for any Cause
Leaders of all Christian ministries and non-profit organizations learn very quickly that there is always too much to do and too few resources to accomplish… Read More »4 Easy Steps to Recruiting Committed Volunteers
I have many fond memories of Sunday School as a child. Then as a teenager and young adult I transitioned to youth group and small… Read More »Equipping Your Leaders with Good Training
As a new school year begins many churches will also begin new programs in discipleship and family ministries. Some will begin new curriculum in their… Read More »3 Steps to Strong Vision Casting
As we have explored all the time requirements placed on church leaders through this blog series, it is obvious that the demands may be too… Read More »Time Management for Church Leaders – Delegate
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