Leading the Church in the Face of Coronavirus
…time for spiritual discernment, a time of prayer and fasting. Remember it is God who is “our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” (Psalm 46). Face…
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Creating Powerful Worship in Small Congregations
…at a loved one’s birthday party and they carry out a cake, everyone bursts into singing “Happy Birthday to You.” Afterwards, when you’re driving home, you don’t say, “Oh, man,…
Focusing Your Message
…Each different communication vehicle should be evaluated by asking “What is its audience?”, “What is its mission?”, and “Is it effective?” Ask both members and persons beyond the church for…
Focusing Your Congregational Communication
…communication to five methods. Based on our demographics, we focused our attention on our website (lookingforachurch.org), Facebook, bulletin, e-blast, and community life (announcement time). Because it was hard for us…
Living with Open Hands
…need to receive. I am learning to receive. The Scripture reminds us that God has given “far beyond all that we could ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20, CEB). What I…
Thinking Like a Host
…Congregation: Roots and Fruits of Christian Hospitality (Westminster John Knox Press, 2012), and used with the publisher’s permission. It is available at The Thoughtful Christian and Amazon . Related Resources:…
Passing the Baton to Your Pastoral Successor
…the pews are used to job changes. Draw on that common experience in a positive way, saying things like: “What I’ll be doing next…,” “What I learned here that I’ll…
To the Point: Teaching Children to Tithe
…son was five, we started to teach him about giving using “money jars.” We have three jars sitting on his dresser that are labeled “Money for God,” “Money to Save,”…
How to Get People to Follow You When the Way Is Uncertain
…when you don’t know where you’re going? Here are five things. 1. Maintain a non-anxious presence. Yes, you’re imploding on the inside. I get it. You’re heading into your third…
Don’t Forget to Say Thanks
…the kids was carrying a new stuffed animal. As they walked, dad said to the kids, “What do you say to mom?” In unison, the two said, “Thanks, mom.” And…
7 Tips for Making Your Next Retreat a Real Retreat
…7. Make use of a “parking lot.” Use some chart paper, poster board or a notebook to create a “parking lot” space where participants can record any ideas, thoughts, brainstorms…
Did Jesus Invent the Pyramid Scheme?
…him say this, they followed Jesus. Turning around, Jesus saw them following and asked, “What do you want?” They said, “Rabbi” (which means “Teacher”), “where are you staying?” “Come,” he…
5 Lessons for Better Preaching
…permission. Charley Reeb also blogs at charleyreeb.com, a website with articles and videos about preaching. He is the author of two books: That’ll Preach! 5 Simple Steps to Your Best…
Lewis Center Launches Major Study of the Nation’s Religious Workforce
…independence churches, and racial and ethnic minority congregations. To follow the findings of the Religious Workforce Project, please visit religiousworkforce.com. Please direct further inquiries to F. Douglas Powe at dpowe@wesleyseminary.edu….
5 Signs You’re Doing Online Ministry Right
…staffing, strategy, and energy. With a million different options, opinions, and viewpoints about the online world (not to mention hyperconfusing metrics), how do you know you’re doing online ministry right?…
4 Opportunities for the Church in the Current Political Tension
…much as they’re talking with each other. I’ll share my opinions and then you can share your opinions. That’s not conversation. You know what’s missing in the current culture? Listening….
A Way Out of No Way: An In-Depth Interview with Kimberly Daniel
…their physical, mental, and even maybe emotional well-being with what they’re taking into their bodies. Jessica Anschutz: What inspiring examples you have lifted up. They’re powerful in not only how…
Leading with Love — An In-Depth Interview with Elaine Robinson
…handbell choir, and leaders in the church and ask, “What if we did this?” But I also knew the first response would be, “No. We can’t sell the handbells!” Now…
Reframing Hope: Vital Ministry in a New Generation
…story of membership declines and eroding institutional standing, this author offers a new narrative that does indeed “reframe hope.” Reframing Hope is available from the publisher, Amazon.com , and Cokesbury.com….
Online Worship Services Appeal to Many, but In-Person Remains More Popular
…of Catholics, and 19% of Jews. Other key findings include: Overall, 17% of U.S. adults say they share content about religion on social media. Roughly one-in-ten (11%) say they have…
Baseball and the Simplicity of Leadership
…“No matter whether he wins or loses, he doesn’t lose his poise.” It turns out that he was well-named because “Nomo” means “hero.” Heroic leadership is sometimes quite simple. …
Lessons from Wesley for All Churches
…did not talk about a “state” of health or a “condition” of well-being. Instead, we are pilgrims, restless ones, seekers. Respect the values of pluralism. Marty understands that contemporary bearers…
Does an Aging Population Explain High Clergy Ages?
…lead pastors of all congregations, the median age increased from 49 years to 57 years between 1998 and 2018-19. Faith Communities Today (FACT), another national survey, found the same median…
Position Announcement for Research Associate, Religious Workforce Project, Lewis Center for Church Leadership
…quantitative analysis of research data (descriptive statistics, correlations, modeling, etc.); d) contribute to qualitative research analysis including coding, data search, visualizations, etc.; e) help with participant observations and; f) contribute…
Can We Learn from Toyota?
…first answer might be, “Because the pedal gets caught in the floor mat.” But the process does not stop there. Again and again, the question is asked:Why? Normally five rounds…
Can White Mainline Churches Outside the South Reach New Christians?
…reach, and “bridges into your church,” or passageways to build for new members. She also identifies “barriers to evangelism” – the things that block us from sharing the Gospel. Reese…
Surmounting Leadership Defeats
…which persons had poured incredible amounts of research, labor and time, was overturned at the last minute on a legal technicality. There was shock, anger, and various degrees of resignation….
Clear Vision, Values, and Hope are Essential Leadership Tools
…to communicate that vision and inspire others to actually live and achieve that vision. And by the way, it’s not once. It’s not twice. It’s every week. It’s every day….
Who is Visiting Small Churches These Days?
…logic is “more, more; there’s never enough!”? Or will they deem themselves blessed to be a blessing? If the latter, chances are they will look for a place where their…
People Want to Attend a Generous Church
…what Jesus did. We must, out of generosity, find ways to heal the spiritual, physical, economic, and social illnesses of the local community and the world community. If we don’t…
