I have had the privilege of working with numerous congregations to clarify their identity and lean into the future proactively. When that has gone … [Read more...] about The Reformation of Your Church
The Conversation We Don’t Want to Have
Our current economy, coupled with the ongoing transitions in congregational life and ministry focus, has combined to create intense pressure on church … [Read more...] about The Conversation We Don’t Want to Have
The High Cost of Self-Preservation
A young pastor was recently recounting the events that led to his dismissal. Throughout the painful ordeal, he had relied upon a small group of … [Read more...] about The High Cost of Self-Preservation
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
Where Is Your Parish?
One of the polarities every minister must navigate is between ministry within the congregation, and ministry in the surrounding community. Is the … [Read more...] about Where Is Your Parish?
Are We Flying our Churches Into the Ground?
Spatial disorientation is the condition in which an aircraft pilot's perception of direction does not agree with reality. It is typically results from … [Read more...] about Are We Flying our Churches Into the Ground?
Why Faith and Health Are Inseparable
Compartmentalization is the bane of authentic faith. When we begin to divide the realms of our life from one another, the end result looks very … [Read more...] about Why Faith and Health Are Inseparable
We Can Do Better
I recently spent a memorable and meaningful few days with a group of Music Ministers. Throughout our times of worship, breakouts and social … [Read more...] about We Can Do Better
The Shredding Machine
It was a very impressive group of church leaders. Clergy and laity alike, they were successful and savvy men and women who had been patiently … [Read more...] about The Shredding Machine
