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Critical Abilities, Part 5
Engaging the Power! In this final piece I want to present one more critical ability necessary for missional leaders to turn churches around and get them on the right track toward healthy growth. If …
 | ...and 6 things you may not get right. Yes, that's what I said, for every wonderful thing we do to prepare for worship there's probably an opposite, and maybe equal thing we get wrong. There is no question that we're well-intentioned when planning … |
 | There's no doubt that some decisions are bigger than others and we've all had our share of big "do I or don't I" decisions to make. Image: Jeroen van Oostrom / FreeDigitalPhotos.net We pray about it. We seek wise counsel. We labour through the … |
 | Easter is a time to consider hope. This year I've been reading a book by David Steindl-Rast, Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer. He's a wise Benedictine monk. In a chapter on hope, Steindl-Rast suggests considering a pet project, and your hopes … |
| I'm giving up worrying for Lent. I'm not a constant worrier, but I do have my list: the personal—my father's health, my children's future, my retirement funding. The daily—how will traffic be, will my plane be late, will I finish that … |
 | ARGGGHHHH! Yep, it's been of those weeks. Hardly a day off. Too much on your plate. Too many interruptions. Conflicts and complaints. Meetings, visits, and unexpected crises. Nobody's happy! And this week's sermon isn't coming together. Most every … |
| When is it time to push, and when is it time to rest? The New Year is a time when our culture tells us to push on with those new resolutions, but winter is a time our bodies may want to slow down and, if not hibernate, at least sleep more. For … |
| Beaten down by the bazaar? Unsure about Santa in the sanctuary? Too much partying but not enough preparing? Don't let those "frivolous" holiday rituals turn you into a Scrooge this year. If your church has holiday traditions or practices that don't … |
| New worship service tomorrow night? Just wanna try something different? Gonna wing it? Good grief,what are you thinkin'!? Is this problem bigger than a breadbox? Last week I spent a wonderful hour with a pastor and new acquaintance—let's call … |
 | Some people wonder what to pray when they are asked to pray for the offering at church services. Below you will find 30 prayers based on the 30 day generosity devotional, 7 Keys to Open-Handed Living in a Tight-Fisted World. The devotional focuses … |
| My mother died in June. I've been thinking about what I learned from her that has helped me in my ministry, in the midst of family responsiblities, grief and all kinds of memories. My mother was secretary for several pastors, including for her own … |
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Setting the Stage for Good Stewardship
This guide gives you advice on helping to boost your contributions plan.Type: White PaperSource: ACS Technologies -
"Enough" Stewardship Curriculum Guide
Download this 68-page guide from ServiceU to discussing important leadership topics for your place of worship. This 4-week course contains leader and learner guides around the four important pillars …Type: GuideSource: ServiceU -
How Secure is Your Children's Ministry
How Secure is Your Children's Ministry?Type: White PaperSource: ACS Technologies
