by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 26, 2026 | Church Growth, Church Leadership
Knowing how to choose a church location is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make as a church planter — and most planters get it wrong not because they’re careless, but because nobody ever told them what to actually look for. You found a space.... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Nov 20, 2025 | Church Growth, Church Planting
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: Most churches don’t have a visitor problem. They have a barrier problem. Invisible walls that feel perfectly normal to insiders but absolutely insurmountable to outsiders. Understanding why first-time guests never come back... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 26, 2024 | Church Health, Technology
Clear and consistent communication is crucial for any organization, and the church is no exception. In a church community, effective communication helps build unity, foster relationships, and ensure everyone is informed and engaged. So, let’s discuss how we can... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Sep 7, 2021 | Church Revitalization
Why do some churches have steeples? Some ministers and church historians relate steeples to tradition. The majority do not see them as a theologically loaded symbol within the church. They’re more of an identity element. The most direct reply to the question...