by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 17, 2025 | Church Growth, Outreach and Evangelism
Can we have an honest conversation? Like, brutally honest? The people we’re trying to reach aren’t interested in our church announcements, our perfectly polished programs, or that sweet new light show we just installed. (Though I’ll admit, those...
by Jeff Hoglen | Dec 11, 2024 | Church Health, Church Leadership
We’ve all been there. On Sunday morning, you’re preaching about Moses crossing the Red Sea, and half your congregation is checking their social media feeds—trying to hide their phones behind the seat in front of them. (Come on, we all know it happens!) But...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 5, 2024 | Church Health, Church Revitalization
If you’re feeling the weight of a declining church, you’re not alone. It’s a tough spot, but it’s not the end of the road. Sometimes, thinking outside the box can make all the difference. Here are three contrarian views on church decline and how to turn things...
by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 25, 2024 | Church Planting, Outreach and Evangelism
At churchplanting.com, our mission is to explore and share innovative approaches to church planting, growth, and development. In recent years, we’ve witnessed a fascinating evolution in the way communities of faith gather, worship, and impact their surrounding...
by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 22, 2024 | Church Planting, Outreach and Evangelism
In today’s rapidly changing world, the church must find innovative ways to reach out and engage with communities. One exciting and flexible approach to this is the concept of pop-up churches. These temporary worship spaces allow congregations to set up church...