A recent survey of over 1,500 church leaders reveals a split in opinion on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ministry. While most leaders have a general understanding of AI, many express ethical concerns and discomfort with fully embracing…
It’s that time of the year again, Fall is upon us, which is usually a nice change for most of us but If you are in ministry, you know things are starting to get busy at the church. Busyness can…
It’s no secret that many people involved in ministry can struggle in their relationships. Ministry can be very life consuming and can take its toll on marriages. We recently interview Paul Zolman, author of the book, The Role of Love.…
As someone who was involved in ministry for over 4 decades I understand the role of a pastor very well. Pastors are often seen as pillars of strength and stability. They are expected to be able to handle anything that…
Kindness is a virtue that is often overlooked in those working or volunteering ministry together, kind of ironic, don’t you think? We recently interviewed Greg Atkinson, author of the book, The Secret Power of Kindness, on the Church Solutions Podcast.…
Streaming video has become a popular and effective way to engage with church members, people looking for a church home, and particularly those who may not be able to attend in-person services. However, some church boards may be hesitant to…
If you have been a pastor or church leader for any time at all, you know both the elation of Easter Sunday and the deflation of the Sunday after Easter. Immediately after Easter, the crowd may become much smaller, and…
A lot of churches simply post their sermons, (or the entire worship service), to Facebook or YouTube and call it good. I don’t think it is good and here are six good reasons to do a promo of a future…
The message of Jesus is relevant but your church might not be. Why? Well, the truth is, irrelevant churches make almost no impact on the community around them. Relevance means what you do matters. Relevance means your ministry makes a…
Why is it important to always show gratitude whenever possible to our church volunteers? It’s not just because we need them, but because they are people that deserve to be loved and appreciated. Studies tell us that receiving and showing…