In his recent book, Beyond the Gods & Back, Canadian researcher Reg Bibby uncovers a fascinating link between immigration patterns and the future of the local church in our country. Church leaders with a vision to see their communities impacted for Christ would do well to learn all they can about how immigration is impacting…
Are You Measuring What Really Matters?
Whenever pastors get together it isn’t long before the question is asked, “So…how are things going in your church?” Often that question is answered something like this; “Oh, great! Attendance is up 12% year over year and giving is up 19%!” But in a sense, this is like answering the question, “How are things going…
13 Key Questions to Ask Before You Let Someone Go
Recently I helped facilitate a pastor’s roundtable discussion, in which staffing issues were discussed. When it came to the painful subject of having to release staff, Greg Hochhalter of Sherwood Park Alliance Church referenced a very practical tool. Below is an article written by Matt Boda, District Superintendent of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, Pacific…
