by Shawna Um Worship leadership can easily become centered on what is visible: the songs we choose, the quality of the music, the transitions, the preparation, and the hope that everything will come together smoothly. While some level of excellence, quality, and preparation matters, they are not the heart of worship. Worship is an […]
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by George Welty I grew up in the Churches of Christ, with multiple generations of family on both sides planted firmly in that world. So, when I eventually found myself serving as a consultant in the Episcopal Church, it was not exactly the kind of plot twist anyone from my childhood could have predicted. […]
Authors : George Welty
by Chris Goldman There’s a common assumption in church culture: small churches are naturally better at participation. There’s some truth to it — smaller congregations often depend on everyone pitching in just to keep things running. But participation isn’t a small-church virtue. It’s a human one. Every congregation, regardless of size, needs to be […]
Authors : Chris Goldman
by George Welty As it turns out, the New Testament gives surprisingly little detail about the mechanics of Christian assemblies, and that silence is actually a gift. It means church leaders have room to shape worship gatherings in ways that genuinely help people draw near to God, grow together, and leave changed. That freedom […]
Authors : George Welty
by Shane J. Mushonga Conflict is like an unwelcome friend on life’s journey arriving uninvited; and it lingers if left unaddressed. How do we rid ourselves of this unwanted companion? Consider these three steps to choose healing as a better travel companion: 1. Be Intentional in the Process While conflict is common, healing requires an […]
Authors : Shane Mushonga
by Steven Carrizal Conversations are a cornerstone for social interaction and communication. In the context of a church family on a Sunday morning, conversations are how we learn about and share the events of our lives as we greet one another. We talk about the weather, the game, the weekend, and our children. We make […]
Authors : Steven Carrizal
by Dana Welty Who Needs Encouragement? The obvious answer to that question is, “All of us.” It’s a basic human need, and it’s especially true when it comes to ministerial staff. The reality is that the ministers and their families have a tough job and, because they are often overlooked, can be starving for […]
Authors : Dana Welty
by Amanda Box Church leaders have no small task in finding a way forward for our church families. There will always be intense controversies and difficult challenges on every front. That’s part of what it means to lead people who care deeply and who aren’t shy about saying so. In these moments, when leaders […]
Authors : Amanda Box
by Dana Welty How do we talk about volunteering in a culture so completely different from the one the original writers of scripture addressed? Did the first-century church have teens needing community service hours? Was there an apostle who guilted them into teaching the children because there were not enough teachers for Sunday School […]
Authors : Dana Welty
by Evertt Huffard Accountability in Christian ministry begins in a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. The Messiah gave his disciples a mission in life, a community to thrive in, and a promise to be with them. He modeled accountability to the Father and called all disciples to imitate him. “If you keep my […]
Authors : Evertt Huffard
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