Irish singer and songwriter Bono of the band U2 confesses, “I believe Jesus is the Son of God; if we could be more like him, the world would be … [Read more...] about 10 Practices to Help Us Cultivate a Jesus Worldview
WHAT DOES YOUR CHURCH SEE?
Jesus feeding the 5000 - we know the story well. The crowd is huge, the hour is late, the disciples are worried. Send them away to get food, they … [Read more...] about WHAT DOES YOUR CHURCH SEE?
Two Steps Forward: Navigating Church Property Transitions with Grace and Hope
It’s been 18 years since I’ve lived in my home state of Texas. I’ve had wonderful experiences serving a church in Florida, leading a non-profit, and … [Read more...] about Two Steps Forward: Navigating Church Property Transitions with Grace and Hope
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
7 Ways AI Can Assist Pastors
A recent discussion with young professionals in our community turned to artificial intelligence, and I was asked, “What do you think of AI, and how … [Read more...] about 7 Ways AI Can Assist Pastors
Job Description of a Church Member: 12 Ways to Enrich and Energize Your Congregation
These days, many have departed or disconnected from the local church. Some are burned out, and some have just been burned by the messiness created by … [Read more...] about Job Description of a Church Member: 12 Ways to Enrich and Energize Your Congregation
This Old Ministry House
My husband and I are in the middle of a house renovation. Our third one in four years. We have no grand ambitions of flipping houses or “putting our … [Read more...] about This Old Ministry House
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
Can We Be Better Together?
One of my current PneuMatrix engagements involves serving as a consultant with three presbyteries in eastern Oregon and southern Idaho as they discern … [Read more...] about Can We Be Better Together?