As you know, these are some of the most complex times in church leadership in decades. As churches reopen their in-person gatherings, there’s one particular trap to watch out for. […]
I don’t want to be a prophet of doom, but as a minister in touch with many ministers, I see a coming pastoral crash. And I’m not sure we can stop it. The impact of the world response to COVID-19 will be felt for many years to come. It will be felt in every career field and in every home. This post does not diminish the hard work and adjustments being done by first responders, law enforcement, health care workers, and the educational structures. But from my perspective, those who serve in ministry are, in my thinking, in particular danger for several reasons. […]
While the time we are living in is definitely unique, it is not unprecedented.
In 1918 during the Spanish Flu epidemic, there was also a time when no churches could meet. In fact, on Monday, October 7, 1918, the Governor of Alabama, Charles Henderson, ordered the closing of ALL churches, schools, and theaters to avoid the spread of the virus that eventually killed about 675,000 Americans.
So how did church leaders in 1918 respond to such a crisis? And what can we learn from them? […]
Many political leaders are questioning whether church is essential in our country. Unfortunately, there are many Christians who allowed church to become non-essential in their personal lives long before this quarantine ever hit. […]
In this season of the online church, there’s a real danger to be pulled away from your local church due to “lack of excellence” or “lackluster production.” I want to encourage you to stay connected to […]
Grace Church in Avon, MA, pastored by Sean Sears, has decided to cancel their in-person services this weekend and are moving to an entirely online experience. Their church is not new to hosting services online but realizes that many are, and they desire to help provide some insight to churches looking into this option. […]
Don’t simply go through the motions this Thanksgiving. Have a plan and have some goals. Here are my ten goals for this Thanksgiving. […]
A reflection after one year the death of missionary John Chau. […]
This is the time of year when many students are going away to summer camp with various church groups. As they go, it is important that they are encouraged and supported by our prayers. Today […]
It’s fun to watch churches that once were dying now come to life again. I love it when I hear stories of resurrected congregations, and I’m beginning to hear more and more of those stories. At the same time, though, many attempts at revitalization don’t work. […]
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