by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 24, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting
The definition of “team player” can vary greatly. It’s interesting how different perspectives exist, both in the business world and in ministry work. Let me break it down for you: I have this friend on a church staff. According to his...
by Steve Sjogren | Jul 21, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership
One of the biggest questions you as a leader need to ask: “Are those who report to me headed in the same direction as me?” That’s a question for everyone who reports to you. No matter where you are now, I recommend you take on a motto: “Trust but verify” ...
by Ralph Moore | Jul 17, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
Every new business needs to differentiate itself from all others. Else, why the need for a new business? Church planting necessitates differentiation. These days, being different may open otherwise hostile hearts and minds. We face a rising generation more interested...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 12, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Small Church / Rural Church
Sunday mornings. For many of us, they are synonymous with gathering in a familiar place of worship, following a set order of service, singing hymns or praise and worship songs, listening to a sermon, and participating in traditions that have been passed down through...
by Steve Sjogren | Jul 10, 2023 | Church Leadership, Outreach and Evangelism, Servant Evangelism
The famous Burning Man Festival is happening right now in the desert north of Reno right now. About 50,000 people from all over the world are gathered together to celebrate – uh, all sorts of things. If you ask them, they will give lots of different answers as to why...