Looking to engage your congregation beyond Sunday mornings? Podcasting is a dynamic and flexible way to build relationships, offer support, and … [Read more...] about The Power of Podcasting for Church Ministry
About Joel Snider*
Joel Snider, having retired in 2016 after an illustrious 40-year tenure in active ministry, spent the last 21 years as the esteemed pastor of First Baptist Church in Rome, Georgia. Joel's passion for guiding and supporting others extends into his active coaching practice, where he engages with a diverse clientele including ministers, small business owners, and financial planners.
In his role with the Center for Healthy Churches (CHC), Joel brings his wealth of experience to focus on creating impactful faith development ministries for young families and churches. Additionally, he provides valuable consulting services for minister search committees and contributes to the enhancement of congregational health. Joel serves as a coach for CHC, leveraging his insights and expertise to nurture and empower individuals and organizations.
Operating within the CHC-Southeast region, Joel Snider welcomes inquiries and collaboration. He can be reached at JoelS@chchurches.org, where his dedication to fostering growth and well-being continues to make a positive impact.
Articles by Joel Snider*
Specific Prayers for Your Pastor
Many of us tell our pastors we'll pray for them: how many of our prayers go beyond a generic "bless them"? Your pastor faces unique challenges and … [Read more...] about Specific Prayers for Your Pastor
Outreach That Works
Outreach used to make me feel guilty. As a pastor, I knew our church should do outreach, but neither the church nor I responded well to the most … [Read more...] about Outreach That Works
Effective Leadership Without Force
Leadership comes hard these days. Everyone wants to argue. Political leaders, PTA presidents, and pastors find themselves in the … [Read more...] about Effective Leadership Without Force
Engage or Enrage
Facebook’s business strategy is simple: “engage or enrage.” Either response hooks users. Retaliating against rage with rage does not serve the cause … [Read more...] about Engage or Enrage
Easter Bunny Helps Church Growth
Many ailing churches are desperate to stem the loss of members. Jesus settled the limits of what he would do to attract a crowd (Matthew 4:1-11), but … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Helps Church Growth
Visionary Leadership Requires Clarity
In his book, The Advantage, Patrick Lencioni makes a powerful case that intelligence is not enough when the task is leadership. Being smart … [Read more...] about Visionary Leadership Requires Clarity
A Church’s Hope of Resurrection
First Christian Church of Rome, Georgia (Disciples of Christ), was a great partner in ministry with the church I pastored for twenty-one years. … [Read more...] about A Church’s Hope of Resurrection
Digital Rip Van Winkles Part Two: Awake in 2030
Part One of this article described the rapid digital transformation happening around us. When in-person church is safe again, we will feel like … [Read more...] about Digital Rip Van Winkles Part Two: Awake in 2030
