Signals of a Change In Direction
Sometimes what used to work for us will no longer work because God is changing our season, and he is trying to get our...
8 Questions Pastors Must Ask Before Announcing Their Succession
If you are considering a transition in your personal ministry, stop and reflect on these eight questions before you move forward to ensure that...
So, Your Pastor Resigned: 7 Things Your Church Needs to Do Immediately
It’s never easy when the senior pastor resigns.
These days, the headlines are filled with pastors who are forced to leave their church (often because...
3 Reasons Every Church Needs a Solid Communications Department
The Senior Pastor or Worship Pastor are often clearly defined roles in church organizational structures. Their work is often the most visible – without...
5 Leadership Insights I Wish I Knew 25 Years Ago
I’ve been in vocational ministry over 40 years and my leadership roles have included my role as singles pastor, discipleship pastor, associate pastor, teaching...
The Roles & Responsibilities of the Church Communications Team
Moving church to an online platform has led many churches to consider creating or modifying a Communication Director role on their team. Many churches are developing...
The Leader’s Greatest Commandment
Leadership is hard. It’s a difficult calling and responsibility. If I finish my life and haven’t left a mark or made an impact that...
Effective Church Communications Strategies from Industry Leaders
In a time of continuous change, it is more important than ever for churches to prioritize communicating effectively with their church members. As we...
4 Ways to Improve Focus While Preparing a Talk or a Sermon
Preparing talks and sermons is one of my highest priorities as a pastor. I’ve often said that preparing a message feels much like writing a...
How to Have a Tough Conversation with a Staff Member
Leadership often requires that we sometimes must navigate a tough conversation with a staff person. It’s easy to neglect such vital conversations for several...