by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 15, 2024 | Church Growth, Worship
Alright, folks, let’s be open and transparent. If you’re planting a new church or have done so within the past 4 years, you know that the game has changed. Gone are the days when a flyer in the mailbox was enough. Today, if you’re not leveraging media, you’re missing...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 8, 2024 | Church Growth, Church Revitalization
Every church hits a plateau at some point. It’s that frustrating phase where growth stalls and everything feels stuck. You’re not alone—many churches face this challenge. The good news is, there are ways to get past it. By understanding what’s causing the stagnation...
by Dave Workman | Jul 5, 2024 | Church Leadership
I love pastors. Been there, done it, got the proverbial t-shirt. It’s a tough gig. The job of pastoring is broad simply by definition and the “shepherd” metaphor: the care, instruction, protection, direction, and correction of the sheep. A shepherd’s job is...
by Bill Tenny-Brittian | Jun 12, 2024 | Church Growth, Church Health
There’s an old saying that goes, “Pastor, you can’t be faithful to the Great Commission if you’re stuck inside your office” (okay, so it’s not that old of a saying). But the truth is there nonetheless. We’ve found that pastors of turnaround churches (and larger,...
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...
