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
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 in a church in months (or years) suddenly show up because of family
The Heart Behind the Harmony: Keeping Christ Central in Music Ministry
"Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord" - Ephesians 5:19 Brother pastor, have you ever noticed how easily a music ministry can
When Ministry Becomes Dangerous: Recognizing and Preventing Burnout
Information about pastoral burnout can be easily accessed in today’s information culture, but sadly the percentage of pastors who consider burnout is continually rising. Many pastors are not proactively taking steps to make sure they
Equip: Preparing the Next Generation for Ministry
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, over 300 students and adults gathered at Bible Baptist Church in Wilmington, Ohio, for the
3 Key Takeaways from the BCMN Conference in Gulfport
Two weeks have now passed since we held our BCMN conference in Gulfport, Mississippi. It was truly a blessing to
Working Without a Secretary? You Can Do This! (A Word of Encouragement from a Pastor’s Secretary)
Dear Pastor, I see that stack of paperwork on your desk. The phone is ringing. Three people are waiting to
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
10 Practical Ways to Use AI in Ministry (That Have Nothing To Do with Sermon Preparation)
If you're hesitant about using artificial intelligence in ministry, you're not alone. Many pastors and ministry leaders wonder if AI
Cultivating Gratitude in Ministry: A Leader’s Guide to Thanksgiving
As ministry leaders and pastors, we often find ourselves in the unique position of guiding others through their spiritual journey