Church Operations
Get the behind-the-scenes stuff running efficiently to support the vision of your church.
4 Tips to Reduce Last-Minute “Planning”
“I have an idea…”. These are the four most dreaded words for any planner. In the context of the church, a close second would be, “Hey, let’s (insert big event idea here) next month!”. Though these sentences often come with good intentions from the one speaking them, all the event organizer hears is, “Let’s add […]
How to Ensure You’re Placing Relationships Above Production at Christmas
It’s not uncommon to hear Christmas services referred to as a church’s “Super Bowl”. Since more people attend Christmas services than any other time of year, church leaders often feel pressured to up the performance ante. The church facility gets a decorative facelift, church members are encouraged to be extra welcoming, and the worship set […]
Faith Teams Church Management Software
On the operations side of churches, transparency and organization are key to ensure things are fair and accountable. No matter the size of a church, keeping the finances, membership, tithing, and events calendar organized in one easily-accessible location is an excellent way to be a good steward of the ministry God has entrusted to you. […]
An Executive Pastor’s Job Description
The role of an Executive Pastor can be a tricky one to define. It’s certainly not a new one, but it can look a bit different from church to church. Sometimes even, the XP role goes by a different moniker altogether, such as Operations Pastor, Administrative Pastor, or Director of Operations. Whatever your church decides […]
5 Church Salary Resources to Help You Make Important Payroll Decisions
When it comes to deciding church staff salaries, money matters. Whether you’re in the middle of annual budgeting, getting ready to hire a new employee, or reviewing current staff pay rates, there are resources out there that can help you make those important payroll decisions. As you plan for the year ahead, here are five […]
7 Tools to Save Time on Church Administration Tasks
Time. It’s the most precious commodity yet the one we have the least of. That’s why saving time is a constant goal for church leaders with busy schedules. As I work with churches across the country, a question I hear often is how to free up time by streamlining administrative tasks. My answer: online management […]
Top 5 Conferences & Coaching for Executive Pastors
Having passion for a cause is key to leading it well, but passion alone won’t take care of all the complexities involved in leading a church. Executive Pastors understand the many trials and triumphs that come with leadership. This role, however, is also unique in many of its challenges. That’s why it’s important to seek […]
Preventing Child Abuse in Your Church
As a pastor, you genuinely care about your congregation and community. You’ve worked hard to earn their trust. You want people to feel welcome at church, to know they’re valued, to grow in their relationship with Christ, and to be safe. This certainly includes the littlest members of your congregation. You want children, and their […]
How to Help Visitors Find Their Way
I’m directionally challenged (that’s a polite way of saying I could get lost in my own hometown…and actually have). Imagine if I visited your church?! Would I know where to park, where the main entrance is located, where to go for the worship service, and other important details? I’d probably do what most visitors do […]
How to Choose the Best Project Management Tool
Many church leaders see the potential value in using a project management tool for their teams. Popular tools include Asana, Basecamp, Teamwork, and others. However, there’s often a level of disappointment that happens once a church staff starts using the tool. Why isn’t this making communication easier? Why won’t the whole staff use the tool […]