As we acknowledge and celebrate Black History Month, it is necessary that we expound on the historical significance of the African American ministers and their… Read More »Dr. Benjamin Mays and His Historical Impact on Social Justice
Blog 1 of 4 There’s no shortage of pithy sayings and advice about New Year’s resolutions. My favorite, though, is a simple truth that resolutions… Read More »Daily Healthy Habits for Strong Stewardship
This is my first post in a new blog using MissionInsite for community research and church development, available exclusively to ACST and MissionInsite subscribers. I… Read More »See, Know, and Serve
There are a number of ways that churches can use AI technology to improve their operations and connect with their congregations, including: Chatbots Churches can… Read More »How Churches Can Use AI Technology
A pastor may be able to use ChatGPT, an AI language model, to grow their church in a variety of ways. Here are a few… Read More »How a Pastor Can Use ChatGPT to Grow Their Church
Lent is 40 days leading up to Easter each year. The focus throughout the season of Lent is repentance, marked by deeper spiritual engagement and… Read More »4 Ways Your Church Can Increase Engagement This Lent
Running a church effectively requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to the organization’s mission and values. Here are some tips that may help:… Read More »How You Can Better Run Your Church
Because funds are tight and churches run lean, every individual who works for the church has an important role. Without a doubt your senior pastor… Read More »How to Support Your Senior Pastor
Small Groups Most churches offer an opportunity to meet together for Bible study in a group. There is no doubt the traditional model going back… Read More »Sunday School vs. Small Groups
It’s time to be prepared for the church’s annual report as you’ve been contemplating, in tandem, the importance of vision casting. So who are your… Read More »What is Your Local Impact?
There are many potential pain points that pastors may encounter when trying to grow their church, but some of the biggest ones could include:
It’s easy to get cynical about Valentine’s Day. You’ve probably heard the critiques. Valentine’s Day is a holiday created by greeting-card companies and candy manufacturers.… Read More »4 Engaging Valentine’s Day Sermon Ideas
