Participating in only one or two Holy Week services leaves a gap in the retelling of Jesus’ passion. The good news is all the Holy Week services are right in front of you. … More Reasons to Experience All of Holy Week
After serving for four months, my biggest surprise as District President also surprises many of our professional church workers and lay leaders … More The Biggest Surprise So Far…
Church leaders underestimate the challenge of embracing people with little or no background in churches. Consider the following the prepare your congregation. … More Preparing to Embrace the “Never Churched”
It is dangerous to assume that, because an offense is committed in a church, everyone knows how to apologize. Powerful apologies are an art learned through instruction and experience. … More The Art of Apologizing
While I acknowledge the serious challenges facing congregations, I still am hopeful for the future of churches. Here’s why. … More Looking for Hope
Once churches wade into trying to reach people who were never churched, they discover they are swimming against the current. Here’s why. … More The “Never Churched” Challenge for Churches
Creating a church planting partnership can increase resources and decrease risks in starting a new church. That said, it’s essential the partners are compatible. … More Compatible Church Planting Partnerships
More churches are trying to bring into their congregations’ people who have little or no experience in churches. Here’s why. … More Why Churches Seek the “Never Churched”
Yeah, the headline is a bit overly dramatic. In reality, my last post was two weeks ago. Here’s why. … More Breaking the Silence
Due to changes in my schedule, I’ve discontinued Conversation about Faith & Life. Thanks for participating in these interactive devotions. … More Final Conversation (about Faith & Life)
