Hope Church: Building a Multiethnic Church in Memphis—Part 1
The story of how the largest white Presbyterian church in America took steps to become multiethnic.
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How to Avoid Hurting Others Unintentionally
Across multiple languages we even use words to describe social pain that we typically use to describe physical pain like, she broke my heart, or he hurt my feelings. Disapproving facial expressions can even create social pain, especially those most prone to feeling hurt from rejection and this article will help you to avoid hurting others unintentionally.
5 Easy Tips to Avoid Youth Pastor Burnout and Exhaustion
Many youth leaders get discouraged and quit because they dont have a vision worth staying for or, if they do have a vision, a strategy for accomplishing it. Learn how to avoid youth pastor burnout.
Beauty in Small Places
Great Things Are Happening Across the Country in Churches of All Sizes
Churches Stuck in a Bubble — And Don’t Go
It’s just uncomfortable to be outside the bubble. Honestly, it’s just easier to hang out with other believers who think like we do, talk like we do, and act like we do. Outside the bubble is a different world.
Can Cancer Be Gods Servant? What I Saw in My Wifes Last Four Years
Witness the profound faith of Nanci Alcorn as she navigated her final years with cancer, viewing her illness as God's servant and finding epic times with God.
Why You Might Want to Reconsider Your Short-Term Trips
Make sure your short-term trips are helping, not hurting, the communities and missionaries they are sent to serve.
The Show Must Go On: Church Theatrical Productions
All the big productions and illustrated sermons are designed around the idea of having something congregants can invite their friends to, showcasing the impact of church theatrical productions.
8 Cues Why People Won’t Return to Church After Christmas
Whether Im working with a church plant of 40 people or a mega-church of over 35,000, some things are universal and should be present regardless of church size, impacting why people won't return to church.
Pastors, When Do You Move On?
I’ve watched people in organizations – in government, business, nonprofits, and, sadly, far too often in the church — some leaders (people) simply stay too long. Leader, leave before you have to leave.
