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10 Resources to Help Plan Your Christmas Service
We’re a few weeks into Fall and Christmas is our topic of discussion here at Velocity Ministry Management. We’ve said it before, but planning ahead is the best approach to the busy holiday season. The good news (other than Jesus, of course!) is that you don’t have to completely start your planning process from scratch. […]
How to Budget For Church Events in 3 Steps
Here are three easy steps to budget for church events and keep your ministry on track for the year.
How to Plan Church Events a Year Ahead
There’s no denying it, church events can be incredible ministry tools. It’s possible to get all the benefits of hosting events without all the trouble.
How to Start Planning for Christmas: A Complete Guide
The Christmas season is many things: joyous, hopeful, magical, peaceful, and full of charitable giving. It’s also an extremely busy time for churches. As holiday events typically ramp up in the weeks before Dec. 25th, it’s a good idea to get a clear vision of your Christmas event schedule well in advance. And with most […]
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 […]
3 Hidden Costs of Church Events
Hosting events throughout the year is how many churches are able to expand their reach within communities. Church events allow a unique space for fellowship and a chance to share the Word of God outside of Sunday’s service. From Vacation Bible School to marriage retreats to Christmas concerts to Easter celebrations, churches have plenty to […]