Train People Before You Need Them
There is only so much one person can do. That is not false humility; it is arithmetic. You can preach, visit, counsel, lead, and pour yourself out completely, and you will still hit the ceiling
Beyond Programs: Jesus’ Real-World Approach to Discipleship
What Modern Ministry Can Learn from the Master Teacher If you had to disciple twelve people for three years, how would you do it? Most of us would instinctively reach for familiar tools: develop a
Starting 2026 Right: A Holistic Planning Guide for Ministry Leaders
Starting 2026 Right: A Holistic Planning Guide for Ministry Leaders As we approach a new year, ministry leaders face the familiar challenge of balancing pastoral care, administrative duties, program development, and personal spiritual health. Too
The Ultimate Ministry Dilemma: Choosing Your BCMN 2025 Breakout Sessions
Picture this: You're a kid in a candy store, but you can only choose two pieces. That's exactly how ministry leaders will feel at BCMN 2025 when faced with our incredible lineup of nine transformational
Beyond Sunday Services: Why Every Church Needs a Family Resource Center
We've all been there. The Sunday afternoon phone call. The Wednesday evening conversation. A family facing a crisis that can't
Looking Up, Reaching Out: Why BCMN National Meeting 2025 Could Be Your Ministry’s Most Important Conference
"And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption
5 Simple Steps to Transform Church Volunteers from Helpers to Leaders
As ministry coordinators, we often find ourselves caught in a familiar cycle: recruiting volunteers to fill immediate needs, training them
Charting the Course: The Benefits of a “Discipleship Compass”
Charting the Course: The Benefits of a “Discipleship Compass” “Begin with the end in mind.” It’s a great practice. Knowing
Enhance Your Ministry: Ministry Communication Workshop
Are you looking to strengthen your impact as a church leader? We're excited to announce the transformation of our successful
Starting Strong: A New Year Message for Ministry Leaders
As we step into this new year, I'm reminded of Paul's words to the Philippians: “Forgetting those things which are