by Steve Pike | May 19, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
At the beginning of our church planting journey, I wish I knew that all growth is not good growth. It’s a common challenge for leaders starting a new church. Where do I find people? How do I start with just my family and end up with a growing, thriving church? From a...
by Ralph Moore | May 17, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Coaching
“A mistake is not something to be determined after the fact, but in the light of the information until that point.” The above quote is from Fooled by Randomness by Nassim Taleb. He’s the guy who first came up with the black swan concept—everyone in Europe knew that...
by Jeff Hoglen | May 15, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Hey there, fellow shepherds of the flock! I want to dive into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: burnout in the pastorate. As experienced pastors, we understand the incredible demands and pressures that come with our calling. It’s crucial to address...
by Jeff Hoglen | May 1, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Discipleship
Churches are made up of imperfect people, so it should come as no surprise that conflict sometimes arises. Unfortunately, how that conflict is dealt with can have lasting consequences. While disagreements can be stressful and unpleasant, they also offer an opportunity...
by Steve Sjogren | Apr 26, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism
A local church will rarely grow beyond the skill and passion level of its pastor. As that person does, so does the local church, for better and for worse. It is a heavy burden to bear, but it is the reality of life. Most of the time, not surprisingly, the...
