Work smarter. Whenever we feel the pressure of too many responsibilities and not enough time, someone reminds us to work smarter. Soon we get the … [Read more...] about When Being Smart isn’t Enough
Ministry in an Election Year
Across more than 35 years as a pastor, some of the hardest times in which to find a healthy balance between a prophetic engagement with the culture … [Read more...] about Ministry in an Election Year
Dreaming of Vitality
A friend recently had surgery and we wanted to send flowers as she recuperated. Kathy asked: “What do you think…a bouquet of flowers or a … [Read more...] about Dreaming of Vitality
Church Fitness Tracker
Last Christmas my wife and I gave each other personal fitness trackers. These are tools that you wear on your wrist and the tracker will keep count of … [Read more...] about Church Fitness Tracker
When Church Gets it Right
As soon as I walked into the church building, I felt it. The day was significant. In fact, it’s what brought me here. The preparation was obvious. … [Read more...] about When Church Gets it Right
Belonging and Believing – Healthy Churches and Healthy Dialogue
A Continuing Fragmented Reality During my days in seminary, I passionately uttered the following phrase in the middle of an evening class on … [Read more...] about Belonging and Believing – Healthy Churches and Healthy Dialogue
Three Signs of a Healthy Church
After thirty-seven years of working in and alongside churches, I believe church health may be the best lens available to assess the culture of today’s … [Read more...] about Three Signs of a Healthy Church
Guardian or Gardener?
Many years ago, in the days when the Czar ruled over Russia, the leader was walking in his palace garden one day. In the far corner of the garden he … [Read more...] about Guardian or Gardener?
Five Essential Tools for Healthy Ministry
Very regularly, ministers ask for my help with ministerial and congregational life in very pragmatic ways. What is the best way to organize, plan, … [Read more...] about Five Essential Tools for Healthy Ministry
