Far more than an interruption, COVID has disrupted our lives, our businesses, and our churches. And disruption means breaking apart and separating—you don’t go back to “normal” after a disruption. Those are the words of one of my favorite leaders Brad Eisenmann, president of Aspen Group.  If you are not familiar with Aspen, you should […]

Recently, I have had the privilege of participating in a number of interviews regarding the impact of COVID-19 on leaders, organizations, and churches.  One of my favorite interviews was with Evan McBroom and Marian Liautaud of Aspen Group. Below is both the video of our time together as well as a transcript.  Make sure them check […]

https://aspengroup.wistia.com/medias/hm8zoasjgn In light of the COVID-19 crisis, we’re asking new questions about what is required of leaders in this next season of ministry. Last week I had the privilege of investing in pastors and church with my friends Evan McBroom and Marian Liautaud of Aspen Group.  Our time together was to help promote their latest […]

During these turbulent and uncertain times churches are facing, I am so happy we have trusted voices we can turn to.  One such voice is Brad Eisenmann, president of Aspen Group.  When it comes to church building and design, there is no other group I recommend more. When asked about the most rewarding aspect of […]

The COVID-19 crisis forced congregations to leave their church buildings and quickly adapt and learn ways to meet as a faith community virtually.  Now, as states ease restrictions for in-person gatherings, leaders are facing another massive challenge—how to relaunch church in their physical buildings amid the ongoing effects and concerns of COVID-19. In the past […]

If you do not know Marian Liautaud, you should.  Marian is the Director of Marketing for Aspen Group and one of my favorite influencers.  Aspen is a ministry-focused design, build, furnish firm providing integrated solutions for new church facilities, additions, and renovations. This incredible organization has been voted as being one of the Best Christian Workplaces fives […]

With churches across the country forced to close their doors to avoid the spread of COVID-19, many pastors and leadership teams have been scrambling to figure out new ways to assemble for worship and fellowship. A church in Kentucky held a worship service in an unused drive-in movie theater, and many others are trying to […]

Pastors who are focused on church planting and multiplying often focus on leadership and ministry as the key aspects of launching new churches. But one critical piece is almost always missing from the multiplication plan—a facility strategy. Visionary leaders often believe that space doesn’t matter, buildings cost too much, and facilities slow down the multiplication […]