Manifesto: We've Got to Stop the Bad Church Hires
We've got to stop the bad hires at churches. It's killing both churches and staff people. The average church staff member stays on staff...
Facts Don't Change Our Minds. Friendship Does.
Convincing someone to change their mind is really the process of convincing them to change their tribe. If they abandon their beliefs, they...
Five Trends That Will Disrupt the Church in 2019
What will be the big disruptors in the church during 2019? Carey Nieuwhof gives his thoughts...
Remembering the Good Old Days (in Ministry)
One thing that kills a church's vision more than anything else is pining for days gone by. When we spend more time looking back at where we...
The Both/And Church: Defining Who You Are
A written Philosophy of Ministry statement can be a great help to your church's current and future leadership...
Determining the Right Fit for Your Church Staff Team
How would you describe the type of person who would be a great long-term fit for your team?
Ambiguity Could Be Corroding Your Team Culture
Few things are more corrosive to a healthy organizational culture than ambiguity.
Reminder: What You Do Matters
No one said it would be easy. In fact, you knew it wouldn't be easy. No one said ministry would be puppy dogs and rainbows. (But...
Your Church is NOT the Right Fit for Everyone... And That's OK
Are you OK with the idea that there are some people for whom your church is just not a good fit? Think hard on that one...
How Many Paid Staff Members Does Your Church Really Need?
How many people should you really have on your church staff? That depends on a lot of things... like location, cost of living, church size...