by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 15, 2024 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Picture this: a shepherd hanging out with their sheep, making sure they’re safe, and heading in the right direction. As a pastor, this is what you do! It’s all about looking out for the people God has entrusted to your care, making sure they’re...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 1, 2024 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Navigating the Lonely Waters As pastors, we’re often seen as the rock of our communities — the steadfast leaders guiding our flock through life’s storms. But who’s there for us when the waves get rough? Recent studies, including one from Barna...
by Jeff Hoglen | Dec 18, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Planting
Hey there, fellow church planters! As we look towards 2024, it’s like we’re standing at the edge of a vast, uncharted territory, right? It’s exciting, a bit daunting, but above all, it’s filled with potential. I want to chat with you about...
by Jeff Hoglen | Nov 27, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism
The Essence of Outreach: Letting the Church Go Out When we talk about “outreach,” we are referring to a dynamic, external movement. It’s about the church extending its love, service, and witness beyond its walls. Outreach is about reaching those who are...
by Jeff Hoglen | Oct 23, 2023 | Communication / Preaching
Funeral For a Fred The first funeral I conducted as a pastor was a bit of a mystery. I stood on the bow of a yacht on Balboa Island – an exclusive part of Orange County in Southern California. As I was getting up to speak, I glanced up and saw an actor I’m a...