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Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

The Comeback Church: Seizing the Cultural Moment

Take another look at what Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Who’s Up Next?

“A leader’s legacy doesn’t matter more than the legacy of Jesus Christ, so I am going to take the time it takes to pour into the next people who are going to come do what I am [doing].” —Hayden Gregory

What to Do When Cynicism Creeps In

Here's how I battled cynicism.

Leadership Lessons from Archery

We forget the wisdom of the old Chinese proverb that says, “A journey of a thousand miles always begins with a single step.”

Leading Through Change Without Losing Your Soul

"Three words best describe how I’ve often felt in the midst of leading change: Alone, frustrated and defeated."

Evangelism and Costly Discipleship

Following Christ is costly, but worth it.

Alan Briggs: Why Busy Isn’t Best

If we’re going to slow down and become more present to families, teams and congregations, we must make a shift from an efficiency mindset to an effectiveness mindset.

Leading—and Pastoring—With a Limp

The arrows often come from formerly close friends. It’s the “kiss” of a Judas that’s distinctly painful. Betrayal hurts deeply.

Are We Living by Faith or Feelings?

Freeing your faith from the tyranny of emotions

3 Ways to Still Have a Team After Christmas

Let’s surprise our team with a personal touch and an attitude of gratitude this holiday season.