Leadership

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

How to Start a Women’s Ministry – Philosophy First

"If you have ideas of how church can be, you can make them happen. Doors are wide open, obstacles are few."

Eugene Peterson: The Art of Pastoring

Eugene Peterson: "There’s probably no vocation in which you’re able to be yourself, with your whole self as a pastor."

Are You Ready for the Sunday After Easter?

With some pre-planning, you can improve your odds of getting back those Easter visitors.

Everyone Needs a Gandalf

"We need to model for the next generations this sense of discipleship as a lifelong journey."

If I Could Do One Thing Differently …

And other words of hard-earned wisdom from Outreach 100 pastors

How Can Women Lead in the Church?

“Lead with the confidence that comes from knowing you have humbly submitted yourself to God and that he has your back.”

Forward Thinking 2

Emerging leaders on the challenges and opportunities of the next decade. Part Two

Forward Thinking

Emerging leaders on the challenges and opportunities of the next decade. Part One