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When my son was about to enter middle school, I remember checking my email and finding a message from his school. The subject line hinted at exciting news, and as I opened the email, I was struck by the warm, welcoming tone. The school staff expressed their eagerness to meet my child, describing the transformative journey that middle school...

Years ago, when I was given the opportunity to be the Church Online Pastor, I had an option - I could either say yes or no. I weighed my options, thought about it, and ultimately said yes. This was a step we took as a family after a lot of prayer and counsel.

When the pandemic hit, churches worldwide had to shut their doors, and everyone had to...

Years ago, I rented a movie from Redbox. Redbox is a company that uses kiosks featured in the company's signature red color and are located at convenience stores, fast food restaurants, grocery stores, and other mass retailers. To rent a movie, you need to give them your name and email address along with some form of payment. When I rented a...

Innovation is essential to the growth and success of any ministry. But what happens when your ministry innovation engine stops working? When you’ve hit a roadblock, and you’re not sure how to move forward? In this post, we’ll explore why innovation is so crucial to ministry, how confirmation bias can limit your potential, and...

The world is changing rapidly, and with that change comes new challenges for churches. One of the most significant challenges churches face today is building successful online teams. The idea of building a team that leads and provides pastoral care for your online community was not something churches needed to think about 20 years ago. However,...

One of the most ignored opportunities we have in the church is following up with people we have worked extremely hard to bring to church. When someone visits your church, whether online or in person, you want them to know that you see them and that you care. One of the main reasons people leave churches is because they don’t feel like...

Through his life, death, and resurrection, Jesus Christ set the ultimate example of what it means to serve others. We look to his life to learn from him and follow his example. Every Christian is called to serve. This calling remains constant throughout our lives, even if the ways we serve change. The Apostle Paul says in Romans 12:9-13, “...

In recent years, online discipleship has become a more prevalent topic in Christian circles. However, despite its potential to reach people across the globe, many churches and individuals remain hesitant to fully embrace it. Fear is a powerful deterrent to innovation and change. It’s easy to allow your inner critic to keep you from seeing...

Small group ministry has become increasingly popular in recent years as a way for individuals to connect with others in their church community. One of the main benefits of small group ministry is that it encourages connection between individuals who share similar interests, life stages, or experiences. This can be especially helpful for those...

Define Systems Thinking.

Systems thinking is an approach to problem-solving and decision-making that seeks to understand the complex relationships and interconnections between different elements within a system. This approach recognizes that individual components within a system are interconnected and interdependent and that changes to one...

The power of your church lies in its members finding their place to serve and contribute to the mission. When your members are empowered to serve the Lord with the gifts He’s given them, your church can accomplish all that God has called you to. However, finding volunteers for your church can be a daunting task for many pastors and church...

In today's world, data plays a crucial role in almost every aspect of life including the church. While some may view data as impersonal and cold, it can actually provide valuable insights and help leaders make informed decisions that benefit their congregation. Let’s explore the role of data in the church and how it can help leaders make...