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.

3 Startling Stats That Reveal How Much the Church Has Changed This Year

The surprising trends that signal where the church is headed

Don’t Be Caught Off Guard by Depression

Pastors will get depressed, but that doesn't mean their ministry is over.

Westmont Center Established to Strengthen Churches

Westmont College received a grant from Lilly Endowment to establish the Westmont Center for Thriving Communities.

Seminary Next

How seminaries are innovating to more effectively train the next generation of church leaders.

Church Budgeting Book Free for Ministries

Advice for creating a strategy-driven budget.

The Story of Your Life, One Decision at a Time

Excerpted from Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets (Zondervan)

Pastorpedia: Pastoring During COVID

Advice on pastoring in these difficult times