by Dave Workman | Dec 14, 2021 | Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Servant Evangelism
In the early days of our church, founding pastor Steve Sjogren coined a simple phrase for people to use in basic “servant evangelism” outreaches. For instance, when we did free car washes…or water bottle giveaways at busy intersections…or raked leaves or...
by Brian Jones | Oct 21, 2021 | Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism, Worship
Before we think through how to capitalize on this unique opportunity, let’s recall three key things we know to be true about Christmas Eve: 1. A Lot’s At Stake: 25% Of All Potential Visitors This Year Will Visit Christmas Eve Services We can’t lose sight of the...
by Jeff Hoglen | Oct 11, 2021 | Church Planting, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church, Uncategorized
Fact: It can be scary attending a church for the first time. The anxiety intensifies if you don’t know anyone there. With this in mind, put yourself in the shoes of a first-time guest. Can they find their way around the church? Regardless of the size of the...
by Jeff Hoglen | Sep 17, 2021 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Coaching
It has been over 20 years since I first became a pastor. I’ve had the privilege of equipping many for the pastorate and others for church planting and missions. Here is some advice that I share with those who feel called into ministry: 1. Leaders are...
by Jeff Hoglen | Sep 7, 2021 | Church Revitalization
Why do some churches have steeples? Some ministers and church historians relate steeples to tradition. The majority do not see them as a theologically loaded symbol within the church. They’re more of an identity element. The most direct reply to the question...
