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 Great National Church Disappearing Act
The General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) met last week in St. Louis. We Presbyterians didn’t talk a lot about sexuality issues this … [Read more...] about The Great National Church Disappearing Act
When Your Building Is Simply “Too Much”
One of the most common conversations I have with churches of all sizes is one I’ve come to call “too much church / not enough people.” These churches … [Read more...] about When Your Building Is Simply “Too Much”
Some Things Never Change: Part 1 of 2
Looking backwards is occasionally necessary to understanding the present or future. My first experience in working as a congregational consultant was … [Read more...] about Some Things Never Change: Part 1 of 2
What Future Leaders Do Differently
We live and lead in a dark, chaotic world. But, you’ve noticed that already, haven’t you? How do we, as church leaders, lead effectively in the … [Read more...] about What Future Leaders Do Differently
10 Opportunities Knocking at Your Church’s Door in 2018
As we begin 2018, the challenges to local congregations are real, but so are the opportunities. Generational attrition, rotating attendance, deferred … [Read more...] about 10 Opportunities Knocking at Your Church’s Door in 2018
When I Become Pope of the Protestant Church
Flying home from a recent teaching/mission trip to a third world country, I sank into an exhausted sleep and dreamed a vivid dream. In my dream, I was … [Read more...] about When I Become Pope of the Protestant Church
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
A Letter to Wyatt
Dear Wyatt, It was so much fun to get to be in Rock Hill for your first birthday party with your mommy and daddy and big brother, Elijah. It was a … [Read more...] about A Letter to Wyatt