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Fewer Americans Regularly Attend Church

Congregations likely saw an Easter bump in attendance but church attendance overall is falling, according to Gallup. Read More The post Fewer Americans Regularly Attend Church appeared first … more

Women’s Ministry Equips Women to Share Their Faith and Serve

When churchgoing women describe the impact of women’s ministry on their lives, they include opportunities to serve and share the gospel. Read More The post Women’s Ministry Equips Women to … more

Easter Remains High Attendance Day for Most Churches

The three highest-attendance Sundays for churches—Easter, Christmas, and Mother’s Day—have remained the same since 2011. Most pastors are expecting one of their largest crowds … more

Jesus’ Resurrection Confronts and Comforts

The truthfulness of Jesus' resurrection should challenge skeptics and bring life-changing hope to every Christian. Read More The post Jesus’ Resurrection Confronts and Comforts appeared … more

Pastoral Hypocrisy and Bad Preaching Are a Turnoff to Churchgoers

Most churchgoers aren’t leaving a church because they have a personal complaint against the pastor or his preaching, but some are. Read More The post Pastoral Hypocrisy and Bad Preaching Are … more

Which Kind of Transformation Does Your Preaching Bring?

Our only hope for real transformation through our preaching is the gospel of Christ. Knowing Jesus is the means and goal of transformation. Read More The post Which Kind of Transformation Does … more

Remember the Missionaries: Caring for Those We Send

How can your church remember its missionaries and continue to care for them as they serve? What's the church's role after launching them? Read More The post Remember the Missionaries: Caring … more

Hispanic Protestant Pastors Face Unique Congregational and Community Needs

Pastors of Hispanic Protestant churches in the U.S. maintain gratitude for their roles despite challenges. Read More The post Hispanic Protestant Pastors Face Unique Congregational and … more

Equipping Children in Your Church With the Right Bible for the Right Age

When choosing a Bible for children in your church or recommending a Bible for parents to purchase, consider the child’s age and development. If my life could be marked by copies of … more

6 Ways Churches Can Support Children Suffering Acute Trauma

As you seek to support children who’ve experienced trauma, equip yourself and your church with these tools for ministry. Read More The post 6 Ways Churches Can Support Children Suffering … more

5 Ways to Equip Women for Ministry in Small Churches

Budgets may be less for smaller churches, but women in small churches still need to be equipped and trained for leadership. Read More The post 5 Ways to Equip Women for Ministry in Small … more

4 Questions to Better Understand Your Nonreligious Neighbors

Around 1 in 4 Americans are nonreligious, so some far from God are near your church. What do you need to know about your nonreligious neighbors? Read More The post 4 Questions to Better … more

7 Ideas for Teaching Children in Your Church About Missions

It's never too early to begin teaching children about missions. How can your church prepare children to believe and share the gospel? Read More The post 7 Ideas for Teaching Children in Your … more

Are the People in Your Pews Good Theologians?

Our children's teachers, adult teachers, deacons, and every person in our churches need to be good theologians. Read More The post Are the People in Your Pews Good Theologians? appeared first … more

Recognizing Generational Values That Could Divide Your Church

As you minister to a mix of generational values and beliefs, remember they all need Jesus. Love them. Listen to them. Lead them. Read More The post Recognizing Generational Values That Could … more

7 Reasons Groups Resist Starting New Ones

Broaching the topic of starting new groups can be painful. If Christians are to go and make disciples, why do groups resist starting new ones? Read More The post 7 Reasons Groups Resist … more

12 Questions Your Church Needs to Ask About Ministry to Women

Women’s ministry is effective in the church, but there's room for improvement. Pastors need to be asking these 12 questions. In the  State of Ministry to Women report from … more

5 Reasons Your Church May Need a Podcast

Creating podcast content that encourages spiritual growth in your church is an effective way to connect with people we minister to on Sundays. By Angie Elkins I’ve always loved talk radio. I have … more

Does Your Church Have Churchgoers With Unfulfilled Needs?

More than 1 in 4 church switchers say they changed because they had unfulfilled needs in the church (29%). Read More The post Does Your Church Have Churchgoers With Unfulfilled Needs? appeared … more

Fostering a Small Group Mindset in a Small Church Setting

When small churches keep it simple and focus on the basics, they can foster a small-group mindset in their church. The fellowship of believers is essential for the spiritual growth of individual … more
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