by Jeff Hoglen, D.Min. | Sep 8, 2025 | Church Planting
When it comes to church planting, few things are as crucial—or as misunderstood—as the preview service. I’ve watched too many planters treat their preview like a dress rehearsal for opening day, missing the real opportunity staring them in the face. Here’s... 
by Jeff Hoglen, D.Min. | May 26, 2025 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
I know you got into ministry because God called you to lead His people, cast vision, and make disciples. But somewhere along the way, you might be experiencing what I call “death by church committee,” where every decision has to go through seventeen... 
by Jeff Hoglen, D.Min. | Nov 20, 2024 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
The journey of planting a life-giving church begins with understanding God’s unique calling for your ministry. Having walked alongside hundreds of church planters, I’ve discovered that success isn’t measured by attendance numbers or building size,... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Oct 16, 2023 | Church Planting, Church Revitalization
Planting a church from scratch requires vision, dedication, lots of hard work, and an unwavering belief in God’s plan. But how do you start a church from scratch and ensure its success? I’m glad you asked. In this blog post, we will cover the basics of... 
by Steve Sjogren | Sep 27, 2023 | Church Health, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
No matter who you are, no matter what you do, today, you are moving toward your future at a rapid pace. There’s just one question you face – Is this the future you most highly prize? If you are like most, an accurate answer is probably, “Some days it’s a yes; other...