by Jason Taylor | Sep 22, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
It seemed I had tried it all! From dropping thousands of eggs from a helicopter to sending out what seemed like millions of postcards, our church was not getting the “results” that everyone else had gotten. I hired coaches and mentors who told me “how” to plant the...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 9, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership
As a pastor or church planter, you may find yourself dealing with counseling issues at your church even if you have no training or certification in counseling. It can feel overwhelming and intimidating, especially when you want to provide the best possible care for...
by Steve Pike | May 19, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
At the beginning of our church planting journey, I wish I knew that all growth is not good growth. It’s a common challenge for leaders starting a new church. Where do I find people? How do I start with just my family and end up with a growing, thriving church? From a...
by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 31, 2023 | Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
As a church planter, you are likely to face discouragement at some point along the way. For example, it can be discouraging when low attendance or finances are an issue. It takes work to remain hopeful and motivated in the face of these challenges. But there are ways...
by Ralph Moore | Jan 23, 2023 | Church Planting, Discipleship, Outreach and Evangelism
My wife and I were frightened by the site of the young man who entered our small church building, asking for money and a place to sleep. He was a “hippy,” living on the road—with enough body odor and greasy hair to prove it. We gave him money but couldn’t offer him a...
