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The Pastoral ABCs: 26 Things Every Great Church Leader Needs to Have

When you become a pastor or other church leader, you gain a new responsibility that can weigh heavily on your shoulders. The writer of Hebrews ...

St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center facilitates growth with Realm

St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center has been serving the Cedar Falls community since before 1897, providing students at the University of Northern Iowa ...

5 Characteristics of Biblical Leadership When the World Says Something Else

Being a good leader is the goal of every pastor, no matter the size of their congregation. You want to lead well and be a ...

Why Your Church Is an Ideal Candidate for Planned Gifts

Most churches rely on weekly tithes and offerings, annual campaigns, or special grants to fund their missions. However, accepting only these forms of giving could ...

Being a Servant Leader: 4 Ways to Emulate Jesus’ Model of Leadership

Servant leadership is described as a leadership style that puts the needs of others first and desires to give to the community. In a world ...

Building Community: Easy Ways to Connect With Church Members

People attend church not only to worship but to find meaningful relationships, spiritual support, and a sense of belonging. While sermons and services are foundational, ...

Not the Pastor of Stuff: 3 Steps to Manage Your To-Do List and Be the Pastor You Were Called to Be

Being a pastor is an enormous calling. You have dozens of responsibilities and carry the weight of shepherding your congregation. You’re juggling tasks and wearing ...

Choosing Accounting Software for Your Church: A Quick Guide

As a church ministry leader, you know there is nothing more rewarding than seeing your church spread the Gospel, make disciples, and positively impact the ...

3 Ways to Share Your Mission Trip’s Impact With Your Whole Church

Preparing for a mission trip is no small task. You’ll dedicate hours to organizing every aspect of the trip. From finding local partners to scheduling ...

Experiencing Real Change: How to Create a Lasting Impact Through Short-Term Mission Trips

The backbone of Christianity is the command to “go and make disciples” (Matthew 28:19). This is the foundation of why we share our faith with ...

To the Ends of the Earth: Choosing the Right Destination for Your Mission Team

“Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations…” (Matthew 28:19). If you’ve spent any time in the Church, you’ve likely heard this command, dubbed the ...

5 Ways to Include Your Entire Congregation in Your Mission Trips

Mission trips are an incredible way for the believers in your church to participate in the Great Commission and serve those living and working full-time ...