by Steve Sjogren | Jul 21, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership
One of the biggest questions you as a leader need to ask: “Are those who report to me headed in the same direction as me?” That’s a question for everyone who reports to you. No matter where you are now, I recommend you take on a motto: “Trust but verify” ...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 19, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership
The role of leadership in any organization can be a complex one, especially in churches. Traditional leadership structures are often characterized by a hierarchical and top-down approach where individual leaders hold most of the power and decision-making...
by Ralph Moore | Jul 17, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
Every new business needs to differentiate itself from all others. Else, why the need for a new business? Church planting necessitates differentiation. These days, being different may open otherwise hostile hearts and minds. We face a rising generation more interested...
by Steve Sjogren | Jul 10, 2023 | Church Leadership, Outreach and Evangelism, Servant Evangelism
The famous Burning Man Festival is happening right now in the desert north of Reno right now. About 50,000 people from all over the world are gathered together to celebrate – uh, all sorts of things. If you ask them, they will give lots of different answers as to why...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 7, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
In recent years, there has been a growing trend of people becoming disenchanted with traditional church structures. These individuals, known as the “dechurched,” have either left the church entirely or reduced their attendance. As church leaders,...