When we were small children, the future was simply tomorrow. While it seemed distant, it was only a good night’s sleep away. Later, the future turned … [Read more...] about The Speed of Change
About Joel Snider*
Joel Snider retired in 2016 after 40 years in active ministry and spent the last 21 years as pastor of First Baptist Church, Rome, Georgia. Joel has an active coaching practice with a wide variety of clients, including ministers, small business owners, and financial planners. In his work with CHC, Joel focuses on creating a faith development ministry with young families and churches, in addition to consulting for minister search committees and congregational health. He is also a coach for CHC. He is in the CHC-Southeast region. He can be reached at JoelS@chchurches.org.
Articles by Joel Snider*
Everything Breaks Down
Any homeowner can tell you concrete cracks. Metal also rusts. Wood warps. Caulk fails. Paint peals and sunlight fades everything. Sometimes we … [Read more...] about Everything Breaks Down
Why I Love the Church
My mother-in-law died twenty-five years ago. One of my wife’s brothers, also a pastor, preached the eulogy. His title for his message was, “How the … [Read more...] about Why I Love the Church
On Retirement
I admit it - I am anal. A classic “Type A.” I’ve tested as a conscientious personality style, the characteristics of which include: not resting … [Read more...] about On Retirement
When Being Smart isn’t Enough
Work smarter. Whenever we feel the pressure of too many responsibilities and not enough time, someone reminds us to work smarter. Soon we get the … [Read more...] about When Being Smart isn’t Enough
Seventeen Year Locusts and the Long View of Life
Recently I returned to my home state of West Virginia to conduct a funeral for a distant relative. Following the service at the funeral home, we … [Read more...] about Seventeen Year Locusts and the Long View of Life
How to be a Family of Faith
Twenty years ago our congregation adopted five core values. The one which speaks to our internal relationships says, “In relationships…Family.” Our … [Read more...] about How to be a Family of Faith
