by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 3, 2025 | Church Growth, Church Health
Every church has a mission statement—something that defines its purpose and direction. But beyond the words printed on a website or displayed in a church lobby, the real test of a church’s priorities is found in its programs. What a church consistently organizes,...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 24, 2025 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Church leadership can be messy. As churches grow and get more complex, so do the challenges of balancing vision, strategy, and everyday operations. That’s where the Executive Pastor (XP) steps in. If the senior pastor is the one casting vision and leading from the...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 20, 2025 | Church Leadership
Let’s talk about something that comes up a lot in church circles: Is there an age when someone is “too old” to serve as a Senior Pastor, Youth Pastor, or Worship Leader? It’s a fair question—and one that people feel strongly about on both sides. Some folks...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 8, 2025 | Book Review, Church Leadership
While I wasn’t able to read as much as I wanted this past year, I was able to dive into some great books that really helped me. From leadership wisdom to church growth strategies, these reads challenged, encouraged, and inspired me deeply. Here are five of my...
by Jeff Hoglen | Dec 20, 2024 | Church Health, Church Planting
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...