Ever stare at your church spreadsheets and wonder, "Are we actually making a difference?" Let's talk about measuring success in ways that matter – beyond just counting heads and dollars. The Real Definition of Success I remember sitting in my office late...
The Great Commission and the making of disciples go hand in hand with church planting. As we go into all the world as Jesus commands, and as we make disciples, churches will be needed. We believe God works in every type, style, and flavor of “church.”
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting
Leading a Culture of Radical Encouragement
Apr 22, 2024
The Power of Encouragement Encouragement isn’t just a nice gesture; it’s absolutely critical when you’re starting a...
Jeff Christopherson Church Health, Church Planting, Discipleship
What Discipleship Is
Apr 19, 2024
Christian discipleship is what happens when people live daily with Jesus. Jesus drew incredible, mammoth church-sized...
Bob Logan Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting
Church planting sermons: Five tips for making sermons relevant to your growing congregation
Apr 15, 2024
I recently worked with a client who is transitioning from serving as the Lead Pastor of an established church to...
Jeffrey Hoglen Church Growth, Church Planting, Worship
Engaging Worship Experiences in Church Planting
Apr 15, 2024
In church planting, we aim not just to launch a new church, but to create environments where worship deeply resonates....
Ron Edmondson Church Leadership, Church Planting
4 Things Visionary Leaders Hate to Hear
Apr 10, 2024
There are some things visionary leaders hate to hear. They make us cringe. Mostly because they distract the team from...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Leadership, Church Planting
After Easter Follow-Up
Apr 3, 2024
Easter's come and gone. You've had a great service and maybe even a record turnout. The energy was electric, the...
Jeff Hoglen Church Planting, Outreach and Evangelism
The Artistic Church: A Canvas for Growth and Connection
Mar 25, 2024
At churchplanting.com, our mission is to explore and share innovative approaches to church planting, growth, and...
Jeff Hoglen Church Planting, Outreach and Evangelism
Pop-Up Church: Experimenting with Temporary Worship Spaces
Mar 22, 2024
In today's rapidly changing world, the church must find innovative ways to reach out and engage with communities. One...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Leadership, Church Planting
Building Teams with Complementary Strengths
Mar 20, 2024
In the heart of every thriving church plant lies a core truth: the strength of its team. Whether you're launching a...
Steve Sjogren Church Planting, Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism
12 Things Your Church Needs to Know…By The Time It’s 12 Months Old
Mar 13, 2024
Here are 12 Things Your Church Needs to Know…By The Time It’s 12 Months Old. These 12 things will help your church be...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
The Healthy Church Checklist
Mar 11, 2024
A church's health and growth are not accidental but the result of intentional, God-honoring practices. This blog post...
Jeff Hoglen Church Leadership, Church Planting
Unconventional Truths: The Untold Realities of Church Planting
Feb 22, 2024
Embarking on the journey of church planting often evokes images of dynamic worship services, community outreach, and...