Did you know that in a recent study, maintaining church unity was the deepest concern for congregations going through a pastoral transition? It came … [Read more...] about 8 Things to Know About Congregational Transitions
Developing a Vision for Your Church | A Complete Guide
Does a Church Need a Vision Plan?Every church clergy member has a longing to fulfill God’s mission and build up the church, bringing help, hope, and … [Read more...] about Developing a Vision for Your Church | A Complete Guide
How to Manage Conflict In Your Church
“ ...for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,” - Romans 3:23Conflict arises in every human relationship, from marriages to friendships … [Read more...] about How to Manage Conflict In Your Church
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 New Set of Metrics
I recently found this photo of my mom standing with my sisters and me on an Easter Sunday morning around 1964. Aside from my stunning fashion … [Read more...] about A New Set of Metrics
7 Traits of Thriving Congregations: Relevant Practices
Timeless or timely…which would you rather be? It was the mid 1990’s and my friend was in her first semester of seminary. She went to the … [Read more...] about 7 Traits of Thriving Congregations: Relevant Practices
Reflections on Worship and Music Ministry
"Tradition is the living faith of the dead; traditionalism is the dead faith of the living.” ~ Jaroslav Pelikan I am grateful that I serve Wilshire … [Read more...] about Reflections on Worship and Music Ministry
Learning to Collaborate x 3
When I started out as a young associate pastor, I was deeply aware of how little I knew about ministry. I wasn’t sure how to lead a … [Read more...] about Learning to Collaborate x 3
From Risk Management to Risk Taking
On this one-year anniversary of the start of the Covid Pandemic, it seems appropriate to take stock and assess the American Church. For many of us, … [Read more...] about From Risk Management to Risk Taking
