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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

4 Elements Your Sunday Services Need

"Hone in on these four elements over the next several months and watch your worship experiences go from good to great."

Would Jesus Be Cool With Saying ‘Black Lives Matter’?

Craig Greenfield: "Would Jesus show any sort of special concern for one particular group or another?"

The 6 Core Responsibilities of a Senior Pastor

"Stick to the priorities as best you can. Empower others to do the rest."

Is Skipping Church Good for Your Soul?

"An occasional break from the Sunday routine can refresh a soul and help avoid pastoral burnout."

5 Ways to Build a Small-Church Dream Team

William Vanderbloemen: “Churches need to find leaders who know how to build teams and develop leaders around them.”

How Growing Churches Can Maintain Strong Community

Bobby Gruenewald: “A church’s ability to grow and to make people feel needed and known shouldn’t feel mutually exclusive.”

10 of the Most Shameful Expressions Ever Uttered in Church

"It would appear that ministers have to put up with more complaining and griping than any group on the planet."

Does a Church’s Name Really Matter?

One pastor explains the origin of his church's name and why it accurately represents his congregation.