Resources
3 Pledge Drives Your Church Should Do
Pledge campaigns are a church's secret weapon for planning next year's budget or raising money.
If you are new to such concentrated fundrai…
What is the SHAPE Test?
One of the toughest parts of a ministry leader's job is knowing where a volunteer will fit best in your organization. You have to discern th…
Connect Card Hack: Get The Info You Need
One of the best ways to keep track of and follow up with guests is to have them fill out a connection card. I've written about how to make t…
Guests vs Visitors in Church
It's time to talk about how we label newcomers at our churches.
Why?
Because labels matter more than we may realize
We usually call the…
How To Secure Your Online Giving
Online giving is quickly becoming the preferred way people support their church. This is a great thing for the church. If the online giving…
Promote Your Struggling Church Volunteers
Have you been in ministry for more than 5 minutes? Then you've certainly run across the same frustrating and awkward scenario I have:
A vo…
Awesome Neighborhood Outreach Ideas
Show of hands: Who would jump at the chance to fulfill the Great Commission in a way that's both simple and FUN? ✋
Of course you would! I'…
Why Your Church Needs Single-Entry Accounting
Did you get into ministry because you were gifted in book-keeping? Probably not. Most ministers are focused on the mission of their organiza…
How To Move Members from Consumers to Contributors
If your church is growing, you've probably witnessed what I call "church growing pains". There are different forms this can take. Have you e…