As part of our work with congregations who are engaging in the process of imagining their future, we invite them to first look back and connect with … [Read more...] about Worth Fighting Over
When the cavalry doesn’t come
The seasoned minister was addressing a group of young clergy and talking about some of the lessons learned on the job. You know, the ones you can’t … [Read more...] about When the cavalry doesn’t come
A Pivotal Question
Tom Ehrich, one of my favorite thinkers about church in the 21st century, recently told me he is down to one pivotal question for the congregations he … [Read more...] about A Pivotal Question
Search Committee Ethics
A recent column about some of the positive experiences of clergy who have recently moved motivated some responses around the theme of “things that … [Read more...] about Search Committee Ethics
What’s on your menu?
Let’s start with a disclaimer. I know that congregations and restaurants are not in the same business. I understand that thinking like a restaurant … [Read more...] about What’s on your menu?
Jesus on Strategic Planning
Building a congregation’s life around a clear vision and purpose is an easy thing to believe in. Aligning that purpose with biblical teaching and … [Read more...] about Jesus on Strategic Planning
The staffing dilemma
There is a revolution taking place in the way traditional congregations hire, manage and compensate their staff. Some of it is healthy and overdue, … [Read more...] about The staffing dilemma
Creatively Outrageous Congregations
I recently heard an interview with George Lois, a leader in the advertising world in the 1950’s who helped revolutionize the industry. His innovations … [Read more...] about Creatively Outrageous Congregations
Worship at Gate A3
Every congregation needs to be engaged in a healthy conversation about worship. Hopefully, it is at the heart of your identity, calendar and … [Read more...] about Worship at Gate A3
