In a recent conversation, a minister asked me what I thought were the major traps that most often snared ministers when they moved to a new … [Read more...] about Four Traps for Clergy and their New Congregation
How Do Leaders Become Leaders?
Recently my friend, Joe, and I were playing golf in Dallas. Inevitably when we play our conversation turns to church. Joe is a trusted friend and … [Read more...] about How Do Leaders Become Leaders?
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 Churches Together Fall Conferences 2016
Upcoming Conferences in Partnership with Belmont University The Center for Healthy Churches and the Moench Center for Church Leadership in the College … [Read more...] about Healthy Churches Together Fall Conferences 2016
Weaving Strong Leaders: Book Release
How Leaders Grow Down, Group Up, and Grow Together Bob Dale and Bill Wilson are pleased to announce the release of their new book, Weaving Leaders: … [Read more...] about Weaving Strong Leaders: Book Release
Who’s Your Scrum Master?
PierreSelim / Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY-SA-3.0 / GFDL The game of rugby uses an iconic formation called a Scrum, players with arms linked around one … [Read more...] about Who’s Your Scrum Master?
When Being Smart isn’t Enough
Work smarter. Whenever we feel the pressure of too many responsibilities and not enough time, someone reminds us to work smarter. Soon we get the … [Read more...] about When Being Smart isn’t Enough
Being Constrained Doesn’t Have to Mean Being Stuck
One of the most significant “leadership” books I’ve read in the last couple of years is A Beautiful Constraint: How to Transform Your Limitations into … [Read more...] about Being Constrained Doesn’t Have to Mean Being Stuck
Connecting the Dots Outside the Boundaries
Every week it seems someone is blogging about the obstacles the 21st century church faces—the rise of the “nones,” the decline in frequency of … [Read more...] about Connecting the Dots Outside the Boundaries
