Resources

Gene Appel: Do Less Ministry; Reach More People

None of the programs at our church were bad in and of themselves. The volume of it just prevented us from being focused on building relationships with those who are far from God. So, we had to do less ministry to reach more people. It sounds funny, but people had to be trained in how to do life with nonbelievers or people spiritually disinterested.

Grover Park Baptist Church: A Thread of Hope

At auction, the quilts go for hundreds or even thousands of dollars that directly help women and children in need, providing funds for baby and maternity items at the pregnancy resource center.

10 Ways to Safeguard Your Church in the Digital Age

In an increasingly digital world, faith-based organizations and ministries of all sizes must prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, financial records and personal information.

Supporting Mothers With an Unplanned Pregnancy

A conversation with Amy Ford, president of Embrace Grace

The Church’s Place in the Pro-Love Movement

Excerpted from 'Help Her Be Brave' by Amy Ford

Are Church Leaders Losing Gen Z?

Faith leaders can still become the trusted mentors that young people desperately need right now.

Leading When Nothing Is Normal

5 keys to leading in uncertain times

Flipping the Joy Switch

Excerpted From 'The Joy Switch' (Northfield Publishing)

The Most Notable Trends for the Church in 2021

The 12 things that will shape the immediate future of the church

Doomscrolling and Living in a VUCA World

We need a way of thinking that holds up to the unsteadiness of our times.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Online Youth Group Meetings

How to make sure your meetings go smoothly