David Lynn: Charismatic or Heretic?
Pray for Pastor David Lynn! He was arrested for spreading the gospel in Toronto. Canada doesn’t have free speech like America does. Pray for…
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3 Key Skills for Leading in Today’s Argumentative Climate
Joel Snider says church leaders need new skills to move people toward common goals in a time when conflict surrounds so many church decisions. Rather than leading by force, he suggests building consensus one person at a time, probing ideas through questions rather than criticism, and responding respectfully to the ideas of others. Leadership comes […]
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7 Tips for Sharing Your Congregation’s Story on Social Media
How do you effectively share your congregation’s story via social media to reach new people? Tim Welch offers seven tips for sharing your congregation’s story on various social media platforms. One of the best forms of communicating with church members is through digital platforms. Most of your congregation has immediate access to web-based content or […]
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This Book Changed My Life 10 Years Ago
It was ten years ago that I did something I had never done before. I turned a short blog post into a book. Much to my joy and surprise, the book became one of the bestsellers in its genre. It stayed at number one on the bestselling list for quite a while. Now, nearly two…
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Is there a difference between ‘seeing’ the Kingdom of God, and ‘entering’ it? (John 3)
My question concerns two verses in John’s Gospel. I’m using the English Standard Version here but I think the same question arises in other translations:
Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born
again he c…
Who Should Be On Your Head of School Search Committee
The search for a new Head of School is a demanding task that requires hours of thought, consideration, and deliberation. The resulting decision can strengthen your organization’s culture, or sometimes, create dissatisfaction among staff members. Establishing a strong search committee is an essential step before selecting and interviewing candidates. Here are three suggestions to consider as you assemble a capable search committee.
The Top Ten Next Steps for New Church Members
Congratulations! You joined a church. Now what? While every church has a different procedure for church membership, there are some simple things you can do to honor God in your decision. These items apply to everyone. First, read your Bible every day. A national research study revealed something remarkable. The number one way people grow…
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The Hidden Impact of Rural Churches: An In-Depth Interview with Bob Jaeger and Rachel Hildebrand
What is the economic impact of small congregations on their communities? Jessica Anschutz of the Lewis Center staff speaks with Bob Jaeger and Rachel Hildebrandt of Partners for Sacred Places about their report on the “Economic Halo Effect of Rural United Methodist Churches in North Carolina.” Listen to this interview, watch the interview video on YouTube, […]
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Online Worship Services Appeal to Many, but In-Person Remains More Popular
A recent survey by Pew Research Center found that about a quarter of U.S. adults regularly watch religious services online or on TV, and most of them are highly satisfied with the experience. At the same time, Americans tend to give even higher marks to worshipping together in person. And those who do both — […]
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