Church Operations
Get the behind-the-scenes stuff running efficiently to support the vision of your church.
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 […]
Are You Sure Your Team Will Last Another Year?
“We’re doing way too much by the seat of our pants and lots of last minute prayers.” That’s a line I wrote in my journal when working in ministry. I think those in leadership had good intentions. Bringing people to Christ fueled their efforts and drove them to push us all to do more. That […]
7 Tools To Be Thankful For This Thanksgiving
In a few days, we’ll sit down to a Thanksgiving meal. Some will travel to see extended family while others may enjoy the celebration at home. As we prepare the turkeys, pies, and way too many side dishes, I wanted to share several tools I’m grateful we have at our disposal. These help us share […]
How to Prevent a Dysfunctional Vision
Vision is imperative. Senior pastors and church leaders need to know where they’re leading the church. A clear vision provides direction, motivation, and filters decisions. Clearly communicating the vision fuses incredible momentum into a church. However… Have you ever seen a vision become an idol? Not enough cash flow to fund the vision and no plan […]
How To Protect Your Staff From Burnout
The folks at the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast recently had me on as a guest to talk about how to spot and prevent ministry burnout. One topic we discussed was how church leaders can help their team members avoid burnout. I offered a few tips in the interview (which you can listen to here) and decided […]
3 Skills that Save Church Planters Time and Energy
Planting a church requires perseverance, commitment, and passion for reaching people with the Gospel. It also involves using several skills you may not think of right away such as… Legal paperwork Setting up a church checking account Making your first hire Maintaining records of people you’ve contacted about your new church …and much more Navigating those […]
How to Prepare Your Church for a Natural Disaster
I grew up in Oklahoma, as known as “Tornado Alley”. Taking cover during the spring as the sirens went off was pretty normal for us. We had a few close calls but thankfully, our home never suffered damage from a tornado. However, I’ve gone out with volunteers from my church to help clean up after […]
6 Essential Tips Church Finance Teams Can’t Afford to Ignore
Every week across the country, people put their hard-earned money into an offering plate as it’s passed down the aisle. There’s an implicit trust they place in church leaders to use that money wisely and with integrity. Church finance teams need to put certain safeguards in place to honor and maintain that trust. Tip #1: […]
4 Signs You Should Say “No”
Whether your title includes pastor, worship leader, church business administrator, or another role on church staff, you’ll often receive requests for your time. Provide counseling Attend graduations, weddings, and other significant events Officiate weddings Talk with someone’s son or daughter Add a new ministry program or event You receive the request and feel torn. There’s […]