by Jeff Hoglen | Oct 9, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Planting
One of the hallmarks of an influential church or ministry isn’t the charisma of a single leader but a team alive and vibrant in their callings. In the journey of pastoral leadership, there’s a tempting siren song that lures us to believe we should, or can,...
by Travis Stephens | Jun 19, 2020 | Church Health, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
If I were to ask you what’s the one area in your church that could use the most help, what would you say? If you pastor in a small town like I do, I’m betting you would say worship. I know worship can have many meanings, but for the sake of our discussion here, I’m...
by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 13, 2020 | Church Planting, Small Church / Rural Church
I oftentimes hear from aspiring church planters and the topic of location comes up in the conversation. They usually ask the question – ”where is the best place to plant a church?” When I dig a bit deeper I understand the heart of the question. Almost without...
by Ed Stetzer | Dec 23, 2019 | Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church, Uncategorized
Multiple voices have articulated a burden for this area, and they are no longer distant and inaudible. Many of these leaders grew up in rural areas and have answered God’s call to return and minister there. In his book, Transforming Church in Rural America: Breaking...
