How to Lead Well When Half Your Volunteers Are on Summer Vacation
It happens every June without fail. You send out the volunteer schedule. You get back a flood of “Out of town that
Greater Love: How Memorial Day Can Open the Door to the Gospel
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13 Jesus said those
Backyard Mission Field: Summer Outreach Ideas That Don’t Require a Budget
Every summer, churches load up vans, book flights, and send teams across the country — or across the world — to do
The Burnout Signs Nobody Warned Me About
I thought I knew what burnout looked like. I thought it looked like someone quitting. Crying in the parking lot. Sleeping through
Fuel the Call: 10 Health Habits That Keep Ministry Leaders Sharp and Strong
You didn't get into ministry to coast. You got in because the work matters — the preaching, the counseling, the late-night hospital
The 5-Minute Weekly Email Your Congregation Will Actually Open
Let's be honest: most church emails go straight to the digital trash bin. You spend an hour crafting the perfect weekly update,
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
Is Your Christmas Service Actually Guest-Friendly?
Is Your Christmas Service Actually Guest-Friendly? Christmas services are one of the biggest opportunities of the year. People who haven't stepped foot
Why Every Church Needs a Veteran Ministry (And How to Start One)
There are over 30 million veterans and their family members in the United States—more than the entire youth population—and most churches aren't
Exciting Ministry Opportunity: Shape the Next Generation in Central Missouri
Is God calling you to invest in the lives of college students and young adults? Bethel Baptist Church in Warrensburg, Missouri, is