As surely as we can expect thunderstorms in the summer, hurricanes in the fall, and blizzards in the winter, the Church is about to experience a … [Read more...] about 7 Suggestions For Preventing Conflict Before It Happens
Church Staffing Concerns
One of the most frequent conversations we have with churches has to do with finances and staff. Specifically, with the majority … [Read more...] about Church Staffing Concerns
What Does Real Leadership Look Like?
I recently had the privilege of teaching a week-long Doctor of Ministry seminar in a seminary to a group of very bright and thoughtful students. Our … [Read more...] about What Does Real Leadership Look Like?
Just what is a “healthy church”?
Every once in a while, one of us who serves as a consultant or coach at the Center for Healthy Churches is asked by a church leader, “Exactly what do … [Read more...] about Just what is a “healthy church”?
Our Mission Gap
When a congregation wants to get, stay or remain healthy, one of the key questions it asks has to do with the balance between its internal and an … [Read more...] about Our Mission Gap
Keeping Jesus Right-Side Up
Just prior to closing the door, I noticed it. “JESUS” was upside down. A few days ago, an unexpected wave of emotion swept over me as I was … [Read more...] about Keeping Jesus Right-Side Up
Jesus on Strategic Visioning
Building a congregation’s life around a clear vision and purpose is an easy thing to believe in. Aligning that purpose with biblical teaching and … [Read more...] about Jesus on Strategic Visioning
Prophetic Priests, Priestly Prophets
In my work as a pastor, I often felt an inescapable tension between the “priestly” and “prophetic” dimensions of my calling. To simplify a bit: … [Read more...] about Prophetic Priests, Priestly Prophets
Pushing People to Purpose
When Gil Rendle speaks, I listen. He’s been a pastor, author, and consultant. Now retired, his work has inspired me and given voice to much of what I … [Read more...] about Pushing People to Purpose
