In order for a church to effectively serve their local body of believers, they must know their church reach — the area in which most of their members are concentrated. Here are some ways to define and map your reach area.
“No, no, no. Not him!” was my first thought when I heard the tragic story. It was one of my close pastor friends who was terminated from a church. I couldn’t believe the news. “Why, God? Why?”
October is Pastor Appreciation Month. However, it is vital to your church and pastor that you not bind your goodwill toward your pastor to just one month out of the year.
Mark MacDonald breaks down the different color models and how they are best used for your church website. This is helpful for anyone handling church media and branding, as it shows which model pairs best with each medium.
Lifeway Christian Resources recently announced 2025’s Vacation Bible School theme. The theme seeks to show children that God can be found in even the smallest pieces of His creation and how to admire those details.
While support for same-sex marriage among churches has remained statistically unchanged in recent years, there are still divides, most notably between mainline protestants and evangelicals.
George Bullard discusses the importance of crafting a church in the image of God rather than earthly institutions. For the church to be made into the image of God, it must be open to spiritual, strategical and structural change.
Almost all churches believe they are welcoming places for everyone. But many families that include individuals with special needs often feel otherwise. Experts say it doesn’t have to be this way.
Oftentimes, pastors can neglect to seek treatment in times of mental, emotional or spiritual distress. It is crucial that congregations support their pastors and allow them to be human by seeking treatment during hard times.
In a modern, digital age, many churches are wondering if it is worth maintaining and distributing physical bulletins each week. Communication expert Mark MacDonald offers tips on how to produce a helpful printed bulletin.
