Amy Butler, pastor of the Riverside Church in NYC, recently reminded congregational leaders: "Make it our priority to perpetually reframe the … [Read more...] about New Year, New Thinking
The Speed of Change
When we were small children, the future was simply tomorrow. While it seemed distant, it was only a good night’s sleep away. Later, the future turned … [Read more...] about The Speed of Change
Church Storms
Bertha, Bonnie, Floyd, Fran, Irene, Matthew. Those are all fine names, and they might have even been the members of the Personnel Committee of our … [Read more...] about Church Storms
Treasures New and Old
Jesus once said: "Every scribe who has been trained for the kingdom of heaven is like a householder who brings out of his treasure what is new and … [Read more...] about Treasures New and Old
Everything Breaks Down
Any homeowner can tell you concrete cracks. Metal also rusts. Wood warps. Caulk fails. Paint peals and sunlight fades everything. Sometimes we … [Read more...] about Everything Breaks Down
What are you hearing in the churches?
My colleague Bob Dale often asks me a simple question: “Bill, what are we hearing out there in the churches?” He knows that every week members of our … [Read more...] about What are you hearing in the churches?
Creatively Outrageous Congregations
I recently heard an interview with George Lois, a leader in the advertising world in the 1950’s who helped revolutionize the industry. His innovations … [Read more...] about Creatively Outrageous Congregations
What is a Recombobulation Area?!
I’ve seen a lot of unusual things, people and events in airports. It takes something special to get a reaction from me. Recently, I saw something that … [Read more...] about What is a Recombobulation Area?!
Sanded Glass Churches
On our family beach trip this past summer, our grandchildren discovered sea glass. For our five preschoolers, it was like finding treasure. In fact, … [Read more...] about Sanded Glass Churches
