As I began to prepare for this blog post, I had just come out of a staff meeting where everyone was sharing how they were gearing up for fall. There … [Read more...] about Spiritual Rhythm in the Midst of Bustle and Activity
About Jayne Davis
Jayne Davis is the Carolinas Co-Coordinator for the Center for Healthy Churches. She has served as the Associate Pastor and Minister of Spiritual Formation at First Baptist Church, Wilmington, NC since 2001. Prior to going into ministry, she was the Executive Director of a non-profit organization and worked as a strategic planning consultant for early childhood initiatives. Jayne is a certified coach, working with both individuals and churches, and is a part of the CBFNC coaching network. She is also a partner in Hopeful Imagination, a ministry encouraging and supporting churches as they seek God’s direction in a changing world.
Whatever God is trying to say to the church today, we similarly believe it is bubbling up from below and is generated in conversation through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. She can be reached at JayneD@chchurches.org.
Articles by Jayne Davis
7 Reasons Why Self-Care Must Be a Priority
When self-care falls by the wayside, ministry can become a lot like swimming against the tide. Making time for self-care must be a priority. Have … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons Why Self-Care Must Be a Priority
Hope as We Cross the River
What are the stories that give you hope? Not just stories that make you feel good for the moment, but stories that raise your expectations that … [Read more...] about Hope as We Cross the River
Seven Spiritual Practices for Thriving In and With Your Congregation
There is something very empowering about a new year – a clean slate, a fresh start. But 2021 is not just any new year. It comes on the … [Read more...] about Seven Spiritual Practices for Thriving In and With Your Congregation
Why Am I So Tired?
Who knew it was such an exhausting commute from the coffee pot in the kitchen to my office in the upstairs bonus room? Just 16 … [Read more...] about Why Am I So Tired?
Living on the Ledge
Sometimes we find ourselves out on a ledge. Personally, professionally, as churches. The view can be spectacular, or it can be … [Read more...] about Living on the Ledge
3 Ideas for a Great Staff Retreat
When’s the last time you had a really great staff retreat? I’m not talking about a “working vacation” type of retreat when you were able to … [Read more...] about 3 Ideas for a Great Staff Retreat
Three Virtues of a Healthy Staff Team
What is the best team you’ve ever been a part of? We are in the middle of a hiring process at our church right now. This is an important … [Read more...] about Three Virtues of a Healthy Staff Team
Making a List & Checking It Twice: 3 Must Do’s for Your Church This Christmas
Santa’s not the only one making last minute adjustments to his Christmas plans these days. At least he shouldn’t be. As church leaders we know that … [Read more...] about Making a List & Checking It Twice: 3 Must Do’s for Your Church This Christmas
