by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 20, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting, Small Church / Rural Church
Here are 3 ministry lessons you need to know beyond doubt to lead well and be all God has called you to be. Â 1. The grass is not greener on the other side. Â It always seems greener, but the grass on the other side also needs watering. I have known many...
by Toni Spry | Jun 16, 2022 | Church Health, Church Planting
Many years ago we were visiting with some friends in their home having dinner. His father, who was a Pastor, happened to be there also. Of course, the conversation turned to the ministry. We were young, successful, and enthusiastic about our first church plant,...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 10, 2022 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Pastoral Burnout
Here is a weekly summary of some random things in my life. Basically, it’s a list of what I’m watching, listening to, pondering and exploring. What I’m watching Night Sky – on Amazon Prime Irene and Franklin York, a retired couple, have a secret: a Chamber...
by Dave Workman | Jun 9, 2022 | Church Leadership, Church Revitalization
Nothing should thrill a leader more than overhearing a volunteer describing the mission of the organization in a way that sounds as if they personally dreamed it up. That should never, ever threaten a leader—it’s what you long for! What you’re hoping to drive is the...
by Ron Edmondson | Jun 2, 2022 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, International Church Planting
Having participated in two church plants as a planter, and now working with church planters on a regular basis in a coaching capacity, I know firsthand the fears associated with planting a church. It’s a leap of faith and one God is calling many to these days. My...