Bruce was in his first call to a small town church that professed community and love for each other as primary core values. While they were not … [Read more...] about “How Do You Fire Your Family?” and Other Staff Struggles. . .
The Words We Use
I am reading a wonderful book by James and Deborah Fallows called Our Towns: A 100,000-Mile Journey into the Heart of America. Over a … [Read more...] about The Words We Use
The One Word of Advice That Every Church Could Use
When is the last time you noticed a vibration in your car? I’m not a car guy. If my car starts and gets me where I need to go I … [Read more...] about The One Word of Advice That Every Church Could Use
Everyone Needs a Mentor
Every day in my prayer time, I give thanks to God for the people who have mentored me and shaped my life along the way. Most of them were not formal … [Read more...] about Everyone Needs a Mentor
Jason’s Upside Down World
If asked to identify a favorite New Testament character, most of us go with the predictable and obvious: Barnabbas, Mary, Nathaniel, Peter, Lydia, … [Read more...] about Jason’s Upside Down World
3 Ideas for a Great Staff Retreat
When’s the last time you had a really great staff retreat? I’m not talking about a “working vacation” type of retreat when you were able to … [Read more...] about 3 Ideas for a Great Staff Retreat
Ten Things Churches Can Learn from The Masters
The first time I walked onto the grounds at Augusta National in 2002, I was overcome by the lush beauty. I have been privileged to attend … [Read more...] about Ten Things Churches Can Learn from The Masters
Healthy Adult Choirs (Still) Matter
Adult choirs still matter and these faithful singers when at their best contribute to the health of the church. A healthy adult choir both … [Read more...] about Healthy Adult Choirs (Still) Matter
Asleep at Church
Several years ago, we tried something radical on Wednesday evenings at our church. Over the course of five weeks, we had prayer meeting. This was not … [Read more...] about Asleep at Church
