Let’s be honest—inviting people to church these days is an uphill battle. Most people aren’t exactly lining up to come in on a Sunday, and it’s not just because they’re busy. For many, the church has a reputation problem; it feels irrelevant or even uncomfortable....
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.
Brian Jones Church Health, Church Leadership
The Game Changer: Annual Goals And Daily Prayer Affirmations
Dec 20, 2023
If every Senior Pastor reading this would… Seek God’s face for next year’s ministry Write down what they believe God...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
5 Essential Goals for Church Planters in 2024
Dec 18, 2023
Hey there, fellow church planters! As we look towards 2024, it's like we're standing at the edge of a vast, uncharted...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Planting
Building a Dream Team for Your Church’s Big Launch
Dec 6, 2023
Let's talk about something near and dear to my heart – starting a new church. It's not just about having a big vision...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Discipleship
Finding the Right Fit: Navigating Small Group Models in Your Church
Dec 1, 2023
In my journey, both as a pastor and a follower of Christ, I've seen firsthand how vital small groups are in...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism
Understanding Outreach Versus In-Reach
Nov 27, 2023
The Essence of Outreach: Letting the Church Go Out When we talk about "outreach," we are referring to a dynamic,...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization
Church Mergers: Pros, Cons, and How-to
Nov 17, 2023
As church leaders, we're constantly navigating new challenges and opportunities. One such opportunity that's becoming...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization
Why Churches Lose Momentum – And How to Get It Back
Nov 13, 2023
Today, I’m diving into something that’s both critical and a bit uncomfortable: Why do churches lose momentum? You...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Spiritual Retreats: A Path to Renewal
Nov 13, 2023
In our continuous journey through life's ups and downs, it's easy to get caught up in our daily routines, losing sight...
Ron Edmondson Church Health, Church Leadership
7 Everyday Tensions Every Leader Faces
Oct 30, 2023
Being a leader isn’t easy. With every decision a leader makes, someone is happy – and someone is not. One often...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
Insights from Unsuccessful Church Plants
Oct 25, 2023
Learning Through Loss:Insights from Unsuccessful Church Plants Unsuccessful church plants can offer valuable insight...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
The 5 R’s for Pastoring a Healthy Church
Oct 20, 2023
As a pastor, one of your most important responsibilities is leading, building, and strengthening your church...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Planting, Discipleship
Exploring Nonlinear Discipleship
Oct 13, 2023
As a Christian believer, I have always believed that discipleship is a crucial part of my journey. Whether attending...