While we find struggling churches in different contexts, theological backgrounds, sizes, and cultures, declining congregations have one thing in common: A palpable lack of focus on what God desires. They have collectively ceased seeking God’s plan for their congregations and communities. Conversely, all thriving churches have leaders fearlessly living in God’s purpose, both individually and collectively as a congregation. Missional … Read More
Jaye Johnson: Missional Accountability – Focusing on What God Desires
While we find struggling churches in different contexts, theological backgrounds, sizes, and cultures, declining congregations have one thing in common: A palpable lack of focus on what God desires. They have collectively ceased seeking God’s plan for their congregations and communities. Conversely, all thriving churches have leaders fearlessly living in God’s purpose, both individually and collectively as a congregation. Missional … Read More
Sue Nilson Kibbey – Breakthrough Prayer: Congregation-wide Passion for New God Possibilities
February 8 • 11am (east), 10am (cent), 9 am (moun), 8 am (pacific) Is the role of prayer across your church—or in your own life—usually a sidebar activity rather than the main course, fueling everything? Learn more about the simple steps countless congregations across the country have taken to move prayer that asks God to break through anew to the … Read More
Olu Brown: Leading Your Congregation in New Directions
All of us wish our congregations were more inspired to move in new directions. Olu Brown, as pastor of one of the fastest growing United Methodist Churches in America, is synonymous with moving and growing congregations. He will be with us September 28 to share his thoughts on ways to get your congregation moving. Olu is the author of several … Read More
Callie & Roz Picardo: Money Talks – A Biblical Take on Saving, Spending and Giving
The good news is, money isn’t the only thing that talks. God also talks. Co-authors of the new best-seller Money Talks, Callie and Roz Picardo share their hope that in listening to God speak, God will direct our steps in all areas- from earning and saving to spending and giving. It’s nearly impossible to avoid the use of money in … Read More