Thinking deeply about congregational life.
Perspectives on church health, financial stewardship, facilities, leadership transitions, and the complex decisions that shape a congregation’s future.
Advent as Invitation
We front-load all our congregational energy into December and have nothing left when new people might actually be seeking us out. What if Advent was not an end but t…
Should Your Church Develop Affordable Housing?
The impulse to develop affordable housing on church property is understandable and altruistic. But at $400,000–$500,000 per unit, the reality behind this term requir…
Church Beyond Sunday Morning
Sunday morning has only been the dominant time for church since post-WWII America. What if your congregation explored alternate times of worship — and who migh…
Contemplating a Capital Campaign
A capital campaign isn’t just a fundraising drive — it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to propel your congregation toward its boldest vision. Learn what s…
Why Aren’t Deconstructing Evangelicals Joining Your Church?
Why do deconstructing evangelicals visit mainline churches once and never return? It’s not your progressive theology — that’s what drew them. It’s the cultu…
Managing Church Heating Costs
Strategic solutions for extreme cold — from simple afternoon tasks to long-term investments that protect your building and reduce the proportion of your budget…
Does Your Church Really Want to Grow?
Many churches that say they want to grow don’t actually want what growth requires. Before launching any initiatives, there are six questions every leadership team sh…
Beyond Annual Budgets: Using January to Assess Your Church’s Financial Trajectory
January is your window for pastoral financial reflection. The books are closed on 2025, it’s quiet, and you have the data you need to see where you’re actually heade…
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