by Jeff Hoglen | Oct 13, 2025 | Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism
We’ve spent decades trying to make the church more appealing. More relevant. Increasingly comfortable. And ultimately… whatever the culture says we should be. And here’s what we’ve gotten: empty seats and a generation that sees Christianity as... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 24, 2025 | Communication / Preaching, Outreach and Evangelism
I remember meeting “Sarah,” a twenty-year-old college student in our community. In our conversation, she shared something that made me stop and think: “The church keeps trying to answer questions we’re not asking.” Her words hit home,... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 27, 2025 | Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism
Let me share this truth straight away: Love changes everything. Not the watered-down, wishy-washy kind of love, but the kind Jesus modeled—bold, truth-filled, uncompromising, yet radically compassionate. Today, Let’s get into the subject of Navigating the... 
by Bill Tenny-Brittian | Jul 24, 2024 | Church Growth
Growing a church isn’t about finding a magic bullet or the latest trendy program. It’s about focusing on what truly matters. After decades of working with churches across the nation, I’ve found that sustainable church growth boils down to four core processes: Invite,... 
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...