What Changes with a Move from a Church of 50 to a Church of 150 — Sam Rainer
One common pastoral transition is to move from a church of fifty congregants to a church of one hundred fifty. I won’t get into whether a pastor should make this move or not. Let’s assume the move is God’s will. What changes should this pastor expect? The question recently came through Church Answers Central, a forum I help administrate, and I thought it made for a good post.
3 Characteristics of Scrappy Churches — Facts & Trends
Church leaders and church members sense the shadow of the larger churches over them. They see their young families move to the churches that have ministries and programs for their children and teenagers. They see the newer, even cooler, buildings of the larger churches. They see it. They sense it. They know it. Is there hope? Do these smaller churches have any path forward? Can the smaller and mid-sized church survive in the world seemingly dominated by larger churches and megachurches? The answer to the question is an absolute “yes.”
3 Unconventional Ways to Appreciate Your Pastor — Katie Orr
It’s pastor appreciation month, and while baked goods, tie trinkets, and gift cards are usually welcomed (though not expected!) your pastor may be blessed by something a bit out of the box this year.
25 Ways to Honor Your Pastor During Pastor Appreciation Month — Chuck Lawless
I’m deeply grateful for pastors, and I think every month ought to be Pastor…
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