Positive Deviance Theory moves from the outer edges toward its center rather than assuming the center will tell those on the edges what to … [Read more...] about Positive Deviance Theory- The Church Daring to be Different
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
7 Ways to Build Staff Trust
In his highly influential New York Times Best-selling book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni writes: “Not finance. Not strategy. Not … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Build Staff Trust
7 Suggestions For Preventing Conflict Before It Happens
As surely as we can expect thunderstorms in the summer, hurricanes in the fall, and blizzards in the winter, the Church is about to experience a … [Read more...] about 7 Suggestions For Preventing Conflict Before It Happens
Part Two | Hope in Lament: A Regular Practice of Worship
Anne Lamott’s difficult relationship with her mother continued even beyond her death. After she died, Anne searched for clues to understand her … [Read more...] about Part Two | Hope in Lament: A Regular Practice of Worship
Part One | Freedom Through Lament: Acknowledging Reality, Naming Pain, and Opening to Grace
We’ve been through a lot. “A lot” could be the too-much of relentless demands, unrelieved pressures, and unrealistic expectations or it could be a … [Read more...] about Part One | Freedom Through Lament: Acknowledging Reality, Naming Pain, and Opening to Grace
Your Guide to Church Renewal | Part 2: Congregational Coaching
What Is Congregation Coaching?A congregational coach is someone who works alongside your church to cultivate greater learning and insights which can … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Church Renewal | Part 2: Congregational Coaching
Your Guide to Church Renewal | Part 1: Leadership Coaching
The world learned a lot about resilience during the pandemic. Out of an abundance of caution, businesses small and large chose to close their doors, … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Church Renewal | Part 1: Leadership Coaching
8 Things to Know About Congregational Transitions
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