To the Point: Metrics: A Tool for Learning, Not Judging
…be the beginning of fruitfulness that will benefit children for years to come. “But won’t we be judged negatively for coming up short on the goal?” you may ask. If…
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To the Point: Why Young Clergy Matter
“Younger clergy aren’t necessarily better. They’re just younger. And that matters.” — Lovett H. Weems, Jr. In recent decades, many North American churches have suffered a serious and sustained decline…
To the Point: Ways Established Church Leaders Can Work with Young Clergy
…to be God’s vision for them. Adapted from The Crisis of Younger Clergy by Ann A. Michel and Lovett H. Weems, Jr. (Abingdon Press, 2008). Used by permission. Download a…
To the Point: Suggestions for Churches with a Young Pastor
…report the use of “little lady,” “cute,” and “darling.” Church members can also take time to remember what it was like to be young or to be responsible for a…
To the Point: Suggestions for Churches with a Clergywoman
…remember: “Would you honestly ask (say, criticize) this if the pastor were a man? If so, okay. If not, drop it.” Clergywomen graduates of Lewis Fellows, a Lewis Center leadership…
To the Point: 8 Reasons People Aren’t Listening to Announcements
…every once in a while, they will stop listening. People want to know why you are passionate about the subject. Move beyond dates, times, and locations to the big “why”…
To the Point: Crafting Better Financial Commitment Messages
Many churches have a one-size-fits-all approach to their annual stewardship appeal. Everyone in the congregation receives the same “Dear Friend” letter inviting them to prayerfully offer up their tithe to…
To the Point: Pastors Can Help the Wealthy Achieve Goals
…to future, often larger, commitments. Authority — if a recognized authority supports the cause, so will others. Consensus — People are inclined to follow others. . Consider these steps Form…
Updated Report on United Methodist Disaffiliating Churches
…churches disproportionately have white membership. Among disaffiliating churches, 97.8 percent report majority-white membership compared to 89.6 percent of United Methodist churches as a whole that have majority-white membership. New online…
Who Should Follow a Founding Pastor?
The Lewis Center for Church Leadership conducted research across the United Methodist Church about “second pastors,” those who follow founding pastors. This project was commissioned by the North Texas Conference,…
Is There an Ideal Age for Clergy?
…disaffiliations. Clergy losses were greatest among local pastors and least among deacons. Among elders, it appears that losses occurred more among older (55-72) elders and young elders (under 35). Having…
“The Benefits of Intergenerational Christian Formation” featuring Holly Allen
…featuring Holly Allen “> Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 29:19 | Recorded on May 28, 2024 Podcast Episode 147 How can bringing different generations together…
“Funding Forward: How Congregations Can Develop New Revenue Sources” featuring Grace Pomroy
Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 36:23 | Recorded on October 3, 2023 Podcast Episode 133 Is your congregation too dependent on Sunday morning offerings? Grace Pomroy…
Number of Young Elders in the United Methodist Church Reaches a Record Low Number in 2023
…accelerated. New record lows for young elders were set in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Since 2019, there has been a decline of 53 percent in the number of under-35 elders….
“Doing Justice Together” featuring Michael Adam Beck and Stephanie Moore Hand
“Doing Justice Together” featuring Michael Adam Beck and Stephanie Moore Hand By Michael Adam Beck, Stephanie Moore Hand And Ann A. Michel On April 16, 2024 Download file |…
10 Paradigm Shifts for Mission Renewal
…than merely serving its members. 3. Ministry as vocation In the old paradigm, ministry is done through programs. Programs address perceived problems (e.g., “We don’t have youth; we need youth…
Resource to Help Churches Engage Local Schools
…Succeed Developing a Heart for the Needs of Children and Schools Stories of Successful Partnerships Engaging Local Schools is available on DVD/CD and download for $75. Learn more and order….
Report on Disaffiliating United Methodist Churches through 2022: Comparing Similarities and Differences
…2022 1,000+ AWA 1% 1% 501-999 AWA 1% 2% 251-500 AWA 4% 4% 101-250 AWA 13% 11% 51-100 AWA 20% 20% 26-50 AWA 27% 31% 25 or fewer AWA 35%…
Still Fewer Young United Methodist Elders in 2022
…for elders, deacons, and local pastors by annual conference. Download the full report. Related Resources Clergy Age Trends in the United Methodist Church, 1985-2022 What’s Keeping Younger People from Ordained…
Sustaining While Disrupting
…become an either/or situation. Presenters Rev. Dr. F. Douglas Powe Jr. is director of the Lewis Center for Church Leadership and James C. Logan Professor of Evangelism (an E. Stanley…
A Spiritual Approach to Community Assessment
…and then compare experiences. 1. Prepare (Silencio) As you prepare to depart, quiet your inner voice. Invite the Holy Spirit to guide your steps and your observations. Seek a mindset…
4 Keys to More Effective Church Communication
…Therefore, effective church communication is multi-channel: Facebook page, Twitter, newsletter, group texts, website, and targeting small group leaders who can help disseminate information. Simply making 16 announcements on Sunday morning…
Online Church is Your New Front Door
…our lives have become. But wait, you say, what if they don’t come back as much in person? Well, then that’s not a side door or front door issue, that’s…
How a Strategically Planned Stewardship Campaign Increased Giving
…“matching pool,” we invited regular givers to pitch in, getting involved to motivate non-pledgers to try something new. Pledgers were thanked for their commitment to the mission and were asked…
What Question is Your Church Trying to Answer?
…time, a disciple followed a rabbi to master the rabbi’s teachings and to imitate or practice the way the rabbi lived, prayed, studied, taught, served, gave, and bore witness to…
Key Questions to Consider Before Resuming In-Person Gatherings
…“Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes.” 3. How can we maintain appropriate social distancing? The need to maintain proper social distancing calls into…
10 Ideas for Church Financial Leaders Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
…haven’t found a vendor and signed on, there is no time better than today. Start comparing providers, talk to other churches about their experience, and read reviews online. If you’re…
7 Ways to Keep Revenue and Donations Flowing During the COVID-19 Crisis
…checks. And because many seniors do use computers and smartphones, review your church’s digital-giving options, too. 6. One-on-one asking The most likely people to give in a time of crisis…
When You Don’t Know Who’s Worshiping
…resurrection.” The same goes for “Lent,” or “Advent,” or, well, you get the idea. If someone new to faith will be lost without a bit of explanation, then give it….
11 Provocative Thoughts and Questions About What’s Next
…spike. We should assume a surge of mental illnesses, increased addictions, depression, loneliness, marital conflict, parenting frustrations, chronic anxiety, unresolved grief, etc. How are we preparing to offer help to…
