by Jeff Hoglen | May 15, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Hey there, fellow shepherds of the flock! I want to dive into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: burnout in the pastorate. As experienced pastors, we understand the incredible demands and pressures that come with our calling. It’s crucial to address...
by Toni Spry | May 10, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Discipleship
You have all seen social media profiles. For all the talk today against “profiling,” we are all self-identified by our “profile.” What does your profile say? I saw a business card once that, in addition to the man’s name, was covered with titles that highlighted what...
by Dave Workman | May 5, 2023 | Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism, Small Church / Rural Church
This summer, at a nearby amusement park, I rode thirteen rollercoasters in one evening. The granddaddy of them all was Orion—a gigacoaster with a 300-foot drop and speeds over 90 mph. Jaw-dropping. Or should I say, stomach-dropping? And, of course, I had to tell...
by Ron Edmondson | Apr 21, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
Here’s a warning I want to give to those who are currently not in a senior leadership position but think they may want to be. I’m not trying to be cruel here. I am actually trying to be helpful. Don’t Agree to Be the Senior Leader – Unless: You are ready...
by Jeff Hoglen | Apr 10, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
As a church planter, you know all too well the feeling of anxiety when it comes to starting a new church. You’ve invested countless hours into researching, planning, and praying for your church, yet the feelings of worry can still creep in. But please know this...