Tag: Thom Rainer

Why Is LifeWay Giving Away Bibles?

LifeWay is giving away Bibles to members of churches within 15 miles of their stores. Here are the details.

6 Practices That Sabotage Search Committees

The typical search process should be no longer than six months. These bad habits are often at play when it takes longer.

7 Reasons Churches Stop Reaching Out

There are many reasons churches abandon outreach. Here are a few, in hopes of helping you reverse the trend.

7 Potentially Deadly Church Sicknesses

Use this list to diagnose potential hindrances to your church's health.

Why Church Giving Is Decreasing

There are a few key reasons why giving might be down in your church.

The Top 10 Reasons Church Visitors Don’t Return

"Churches perceive they are a friendly church because the members are friendly to one another. But they don’t think about walking in the shoes of first-time guests."

Becoming a Welcoming Church

Thom Rainer: "This book is for those—whether church leaders, pastors, or members—who are willing ‘to look in the mirror.’"

5 Reasons You Need a Paid Children’s Ministry Director

Staffing a full-time children's minister is becoming increasingly more important.