Short-Term Missions
Shorter missions are a popular way for churches around the world to get their congregations involved in overseas missions projects without requiring a long-term commitment. … Read More »Short-Term Missions
Shorter missions are a popular way for churches around the world to get their congregations involved in overseas missions projects without requiring a long-term commitment. … Read More »Short-Term Missions
At the outset of the pandemic, there was an immediate focus on giving (born out by the mass transition made to online/eGiving) as churches recognized… Read More »Pastors: How to Reestablish a Giving Mindset
We’re approaching a very busy season for churches. You have families returning to pews now that vacation is over and children are back in school.… Read More »Outreach with MissionInsite
As church staff members, it’s often very easy for us to tell others what the Bible says and what they should be doing as Christians,… Read More »Pray More, Worry Less
While churches are starting in-person worship services again, many parishioners remain uncomfortable attending. They prefer watching our online services from their own homes. Churches that… Read More »Entering “Phygital” Space
As church leaders, we’ve studied and earned advanced degrees; we’ve attended many leadership classes, seminars, and conferences; and we’ve taught on the topic of leadership,… Read More »Three Keys to Building Trust and Credibility
For many of us, this year has reminded (or taught) us that what actually happens can be far from any of our expectations or predictions.… Read More »Four Predictions for Church Growth in 2021
I worry a lot about the “battle-fatigue” experienced today by so many clergy. So much conflict and so little peace, so many problems and so… Read More »Leading In a Crisis
Fall is upon us, and now everything pumpkin is showing up on the shelves of our stores. It also means that it’s time to honor… Read More »Thank you, Pastor!
In many cases, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought out the best in people. People are giving sacrificially, they are banding together as a community, and… Read More »Pastoring Well When People Are a Challenge
Doing church has changed dramatically in 2020, hasn’t it? Instead of the church connecting with the congregation during worship services, they’re spreading His word through… Read More »Virtually Pastoring Your Congregation
COVID-19 has made nearly every aspect of doing church more difficult. Not surprisingly, one of the most distressing aspects of the pandemic for churches is… Read More »Pastoral Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic