It took at least a week of intentional, embodied rest and practices for the clouds to peel back and for the sun to break through to my soul.
Balancing Ministry and Church Administration
Interview with Dana Bowdoin
Why Every Church Needs a Dissolution Clause
12 Mistakes Pastors Should Only Make Once—And How to Avoid Them Completely
I'm on the Personnel Committee. Now What?
It often surprises me, as I consult with churches and church leadership, that many congregations have elected a Personnel Committee but there is no clear direction given to them. There's no definition of expectation. What is a Personnel Committee supposed to do?
What if you as a committee resolved to encourage, equip, and resource church leadership?
Reopening Texas and Houston
How to Have Better Meetings
A few years ago, I counted how many hours I spent in church meetings then wished I hadn’t. Most of those meetings were boring, pointless, and took me away from my life in ways I later resented. Sure, it was nice to see people and get church business done. However, I’m not sure any of those meetings did much to accomplish the work of God’s kingdom.
On the other hand, I know groups who are having life-giving meetings leading to spiritual growth and changed lives. With a few intentional changes, we can make meetings a bright spot on the week instead of a chore.
