The process of searching for a new pastor is one of the most crucial and important seasons in the life of a church. During this season, … [Read more...] about Pastoral Search: Extending a Call or Making a Hire?
5 Things Churchgoers Need to Know about the Great Commission
What did Jesus’ appointment calendar look like on the days following his resurrection? Following his earth-shaking exit from the tomb, Jesus appeared … [Read more...] about 5 Things Churchgoers Need to Know about the Great Commission
Cultivating a Culture of Call
Nearly all observers of the 21st century church in America agree that the next generation of leadership is a cause for concern. Many write, blog, … [Read more...] about Cultivating a Culture of Call
Are You a Shepherd or a Wise Man?
When I talk to people about calling, sometimes I like to start by asking them if their call stories are more like the shepherds or the wise men. … [Read more...] about Are You a Shepherd or a Wise Man?
The Flip Side of the Bivocational Coin
The treasurer reported that everything looked good. Giving was slightly exceeding our budgeted needs and financial obligations. Immediately, there … [Read more...] about The Flip Side of the Bivocational Coin
Creating A Culture of Call
In my interactions with churches across the country, one specific conversation nearly always emerges. With furrowed brows and a worried tone, they … [Read more...] about Creating A Culture of Call
Healthy Beginnings Matter for Pastor Search Process
In a recent training event for congregational conflict interventionists, one of our CHC team members heard Richard Blackburn, a Lombard Peace Center … [Read more...] about Healthy Beginnings Matter for Pastor Search Process
Cultivating a Culture of Call
Nearly all observers of the 21st century church in America agree that the next generation of leadership is a cause for concern. Many write, blog, … [Read more...] about Cultivating a Culture of Call
So, you want to be a minister?
The landscape of hiring and managing staff is rapidly changing for congregations. What are the implications for the men and women who desire to serve … [Read more...] about So, you want to be a minister?
