by Dave Workman | Jun 5, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism
Let me lay my cards on the table by stating a central belief I have about the local church: it must be outward-focused if it is to survive. And my background is such that I strongly believe we are to passionately follow the example of Jesus, who said, “The Son of Man...
by Jeff Hoglen | May 31, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Leadership, Church Planting
When we hear the word “church,” we usually think of church buildings whether in the traditional sense or more on the contemporary side. However, in recent times, a new trend of churches has emerged – a trend that focuses on meeting the needs and...
by Jeff Hoglen | May 29, 2023 | Church Planting, Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism
As a church planter, one of the biggest challenges you’ll face is outreach and marketing to get first-time guests to attend the church. And while there are many strategies and techniques you can use to engage with your community, one concept you can’t...
by Steve Sjogren | Apr 26, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism
A local church will rarely grow beyond the skill and passion level of its pastor. As that person does, so does the local church, for better and for worse. It is a heavy burden to bear, but it is the reality of life. Most of the time, not surprisingly, the...
by Jeff Hoglen | Apr 10, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
As a church planter, you know all too well the feeling of anxiety when it comes to starting a new church. You’ve invested countless hours into researching, planning, and praying for your church, yet the feelings of worry can still creep in. But please know this...
