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Sep 13, 20223 min read

4 Critical Qualities for Churchplanters

Let’s start with the obvious: Churchplanting is not for the fainthearted. You’re welcome. If you’re in ministry, whether just starting or...

Jun 27, 20222 min read

Part 2: How (and How Not!) to Recruit Volunteers

In our last post, we talked about some best practices for recruiting volunteers. With many churches operating with less people...

May 17, 20225 min read

3 Stumbling Blocks To Church & Nonprofit Collaboration

Perspectives From A Pastor And Nonprofit Director I love pastors. Of course, I have to say that because I am one—but this time, I mean...

Oct 6, 20212 min read

Complexity, Trust...& the Devil?

Let’s pause for a moment and reflect on how complex the world—and human nature—is. And why that makes leadership a very challenging work....

Sep 28, 20212 min read

Authority & Trustworthiness

When I first became a Christian in my twenties, I worked with a guy who challenged me about the credibility of Christianity. His point...

Nov 21, 20192 min read

Why Lead With A Team?

Are you or your pastor surrounded by a capable team? Why or why not? When we first began developing inventories and tools to measure...