Pastors & Church Leaders

The Season of Giving

Let me tell you a story. Several years ago, I met a woman in church named Rachel. Appropriate name for a church-going woman, as Rachel …

Is Your Church Ready For More Space?

Every Sunday, you take in the view from your pulpit or platform, and gaze at your congregation. You hear the babies cry and spot the …

How Pastors Can Lead Volunteers Effectively

As a pastor or church leader, you can’t be everywhere at once. Your schedule is jam-packed with hospital visits, budget planning, writing your sermon, and …

Let your Choir Blow the Roof Off Your Old Church Building

There is nothing like the sound of a choir reverberating throughout a church sanctuary. While some say, “seeing is believing,” when it comes to the …

You’ll Never Believe That ‘One Size Fits All’ Again After Reading This

It might be one of the most frustrating phrases in the English language. ‘One size fits all.’ It’s become popular in our country to make …

Year-End Checklist for Church Treasurers and Bookkeepers

The month of December is a whirlwind for church leaders. ‘Tis the season for pastors planning extra holiday services and church staff members making the …

What Do All Growing Churches Have in Common?

If you’re like me, you love doing two things on Sunday: Going to church, and watching football. I’m sure I’m just like many other Americans …

Good News for Pastors: Expansion is Now More Affordable Than Ever

Believe me when I say this. The most frequently asked question I get every day is, “How much does a steel church building cost?” The …

Don’t Assume Your Church Can’t Afford to Expand

As a pastor or church leader, there are some conversations you don’t mind having with members of your congregation. Talking about family, fellowship, and faith …