The weather during July in San Francisco is best described by a quote mistakenly attributed to Mark Twain: “The coldest winter I ever spent was a … [Read more...] about Understanding Church Microclimates
The Rearview Mirror
These were hard conversations. This minister had been dismissed from his church many months ago, but the wounds had refused to heal. Hurtful things … [Read more...] about The Rearview Mirror
“I believe it is God’s will that we. . .”
Spiritual leadership often requires of us that we offer a word from the Lord to His people. That sometimes means we say to folks we serve and lead, “I … [Read more...] about “I believe it is God’s will that we. . .”
Congregational Staffing for Healthy Futures
Post by Larry McSwain. Most American congregations face a painful reality. David T. Olson has established clearly that no more than 17 … [Read more...] about Congregational Staffing for Healthy Futures
The Fire Below
As I met with a congregation’s leadership team in preparation for making a presentation to their congregation about the state of the church in … [Read more...] about The Fire Below
Conflict as Blessing: Please Don’t Waste This Crisis
Ask any minister, “What is the worst part of your job?” and nearly all will tell you, “Conflict!”. Ask any congregation member what they like least … [Read more...] about Conflict as Blessing: Please Don’t Waste This Crisis
Why Your Minister Should Be Like Your Physical Therapist
My experience with a physical therapist was fairly routine. I went in with a painful or injured body part (once a knee, once my back), and the PT … [Read more...] about Why Your Minister Should Be Like Your Physical Therapist
Mean-Spirited Church People
Guest post by Travis Collins A friend of mine posted this on his Facebook page: “Mean-spirited church people...sometimes I'd just like to shoot … [Read more...] about Mean-Spirited Church People
A Variety of Gifts
Guest post by Jim Kitchens, CHC consultant. Last week I gathered with ten other people who love the church, love its congregations, and love their … [Read more...] about A Variety of Gifts
