Equipping Leaders To Multiply

Diversity in Leadership at a Church: Why It Matters

As ministry leaders and pastors, we strive to create a culture of diversity where all members of our congregation can feel seen, heard, and valued. However, creating a truly unified community requires more than just preaching from the pulpit or offering kind words of welcome. It also requires a commitment to diversity within your very leadership. In recent years, the importance of diversity in leadership has gained increased attention in the business world. Studies have…Continue Reading

Shifting from Boss to Coach

Have you ever considered whether your leadership falls into the category of a “boss” approach versus a “coach” approach? It’s an interesting distinction when you begin to play out the trajectory of the leaders under your supervision as a “boss.” With a God-directed calling, a clear mission, and a vision for fruitful discipleship as a pastor, your ministry simply cannot afford to miss out on the power of developing more leaders who will carry out…Continue Reading

Is Your Staff on the Verge of Burnout?

The COVID 19 Virus has disrupted not just the way we do church, but the way church leaders do their job.  In the past few months, church leaders have spent countless hours planning new strategies, figuring out unfamiliar technologies, inputting new safety standards and making personal calls to church members. You keep thinking, “When will things return to normal?”  But so far, they haven’t.  I’ve spoken with many staff who tell me their job has…Continue Reading

Five Habits Every Volunteer Should Master

You could not run your church without volunteers. Being on the frontline your volunteers are the first to engage with guests. But the truth is some volunteers hurt the mission rather than help.  When someone steps into a volunteer role not only are they representing the church they are representing Christ. So it’s important they serve with the right attitudes and actions.  Here are five habits all volunteers should master.  Smile Take initiative Demonstrate loyalty…Continue Reading

The Miracle of Imperfect Teams

Teams are made up of a wide variety of people. Some people are experienced while some are inexperienced. Some team members are confident, while others constantly struggle with insecurities. Some are highly equipped and others have had little to no training. There’s something within us that longs for a perfect team, but deep down we all know there’s no such thing as a perfect team. Every team has its issues. In the context of a…Continue Reading