We've all been there. On Sunday morning, you're preaching about Moses crossing the Red Sea, and half your congregation is checking their social media feeds—trying to hide their phones behind the seat in front of them. (Come on, we all know it happens!) But here's the...
A healthy church is a thriving church, where members are engaged, spiritually growing, and working together to fulfill the Great Commission. At ChurchPlanting.com, we focus on helping you build and maintain a vibrant, healthy church community. Our articles offer practical advice and insights on everything from leadership and governance to member care and community outreach.
Ralph Moore Church Health, Church Planting
The Friendship Factor
Feb 9, 2024
Church planting takes a lot out of you. When we planted the second time, my wife set herself to see much less of me...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Dealing with Staff Changes Within the Church
Jan 29, 2024
Change is a constant in life, and the church is not immune to it. Staff changes within a church, whether due to...
Bill Tenny-Brittian Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership
The Five Tasks of a Successful Lead Pastor
Jan 26, 2024
This week I want to talk about the multifaceted role of a successful lead pastor in the Post-Covid Church. To begin...
Travis Stephens Church Health, Church Leadership, Small Church / Rural Church
4 Types of Pastoral Leadership
Jan 24, 2024
As a pastor, it can seem noble and even Biblical to try to be all things to all men. The apostle Paul even said as...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization
Extending Your Church’s Reach
Jan 22, 2024
Are you looking to make a real difference in your community but not quite sure where to start? Well, you're not alone....
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
Core Values: Guiding Principles in Church Planting
Jan 19, 2024
In the ever-evolving journey of church planting, one aspect remains perpetually vital—the foundation of core values. ...
Stephen Gray Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting
Defining Success for Church Plants
Jan 17, 2024
Success is not necessarily a numbers issue. I know plenty of large churches that may look successful on the outside,...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Pastor’s Playbook – How to Be a Shepherd in Today’s World
Jan 15, 2024
Picture this: a shepherd hanging out with their sheep, making sure they're safe, and heading in the right direction....
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization
Breathing Life into Church Systems
Jan 3, 2024
Just like natural systems sustain life in a tree, churches require organic structures for spiritual vibrancy. These...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Mental Health and Support Systems for Pastors
Jan 1, 2024
Navigating the Lonely Waters As pastors, we're often seen as the rock of our communities — the steadfast...
Jeff Hoglen Book Review, Church Health
Book Review – Future Church by Will Mancini
Dec 28, 2023
One of the books I read during my recent travels was Future Church: Seven Laws of Real Church Growth by Will Mancini....
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization
Embracing Change with Faith and Understanding
Dec 26, 2023
Change is an inevitable part of life, and the church is no exception. As pastors, we're often called to be the...