Managing Stress in Ministry: A Step-by-Step Guide
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…
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Ministers, Are You Speaking Your Spouse’s Love Language?
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.…
The Hidden Struggles of Ministry
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…
The Ironic Virtue of Kindness in Ministry
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.…
What If Your Church Board Says No Streaming?
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…
Easter is Over – Now What?
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…
Six Reasons to Post a Sermon Promo
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…
8 Signs Your Church Might Be Becoming Irrelevant
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…
5 Significant Ways to Show Gratitude to Your Church Volunteers
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…
Why Streaming Your Church Services to TV Makes Sense
Many church leaders think it’s too expensive or special equipment is needed, but that is not accurate. Most don’t realize the benefits to streaming to TV. TV might be the most popular American pastime. On average, 55% of Americans spend…