“What gets measured gets done,” but what do you measure each week at your church? Just as you stay (or should stay) on top of the numbers that gauge your health, eg. blood pressure levels, weight and height — the same is true when gauging the health of your church. The numbers are blinking indicators that let you […]
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The Top 15 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 18th
The Top 10 (Make That 15) Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 18th The following are The Top 10 (make that 15) Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 18th: How To Avoid The “I Hate Meetings” Culture Killer by Scott Cochrane – This was convicting! For Christians (And Everyone Else) With […]
Designing Church Spaces For Emotional Well-Being
As ministers, congregants, elders, and deacons, we often disregard the tangible aspects that design has to offer as it pertains to our church’s spiritual health. This belief becomes a distant measure because the practicalities of preaching, teaching, and worship lead the charge in making disciples. Let it be known that these practicalities are more than […]
What to Do When Your Church Isn’t Growing
The Three Dimensions of Church Growth: Going Beyond Numbers There is a common misconception in the world of religious establishments: a successful church is often equated with a packed congregation. Yet for any church staff keen on fostering comprehensive growth, it’s essential to understand the three critical dimensions of growth: numerical, spiritual, and financial. Numerical […]
5 Ways To Get Your Church Campus Ready For Easter
Your visitors will encounter many things before they choose a seat and listen to your sermon this Easter Sunday. How is your church facility preparing the way for your guests and helping to draw them in? Seeing your facility through the eyes of your guests will help you create a more welcoming environment and give […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 4th
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 4th The following are The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 4th: 5 Outdated Phrases That Really Hurt Your Leadership by Scott Cochrane Do You Promote Your Career With Original Ideas Or By Criticizing Others? by Phil Cooke 10 Of […]
Maximizing Easter Online Training Starts Today – Your Special Code to Register for FREE
You’re invited to a new 90-minute online training event to help you make 2024 your BEST EASTER EVER— and the first one is TODAY! The Maximizing Easter Online Training with Nelson Searcy will be $49 for others. But since you’re a Brian Dodd on Leadership subscriber and reader, you have a special code that will allow you to […]
7 Ways To Identify and Prepare Future Leaders
Succession planning and fostering growth are integral to any organization, including in the ministries. The vitality and longevity of church staff strongly rely on identifying and preparing future leaders. Today’s post focuses on how to discern potential leaders within your community and increase their leadership skills. Spotting Potential in Current Roles Often, promising leaders are […]
FREE Church Site Assessment Tool from the team at Aspen Group
Chapelstreet Church was looking for a unique solution for the addition and renovation of their North Aurora, Illinois campus. This compact facility required an efficient design so the spaces could be adapted to have more than one function. Aspen was called in to help, after having partnered with Chapelstreet on their South Streetand Keslinger campuses, […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of February 19th
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of February 19th The following are The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of February 19th: From Eye Rolls To Engagement: Boosting The Effectiveness Of Your Church’s Announcements by Rich Birch How To Position Your Leadership For Dynamic Problem-Solving by Scott Cochrane The Keys […]
New Virtual Pastor Conference Next Week – Grab Your FREE Spot
Registration is closing soon with just a few FREE spots remaining for next week’s Renegade Pastors Conference! You’re a week away from this 3-day online event focused on equipping YOU to abandon average — with a special focus on a pastor’s wellbeing. GRAB YOUR FREE SPOT NOW FOR THIS VIRTUAL CONFERENCE TO MEET TODAY’S PASTORAL LEADERSHIP […]
The Alarming Truth About Pastoral Pandemic Burnout in 2024
The global pandemic presented unsurmountable challenges, pushing pastors and church staff to their limits and escalating pastoral burnout to unprecedented levels. The Scope of Pastoral Burnout An astounding 87% of pastors admitted that the pandemic made their job harder, while 72% contemplated resigning over the past few years due to burnout. These aren’t mere periods […]