Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I don’t know about you, but I have learned that I need wisdom in every aspect of my life! Relationships, financial decisions, business endeavors, and more than anything, we all desire to be in God’s will! Life has taught me that life’s road has many paths but that God’s path is always better and takes me to His best. The Bible is full of great inspiration and direction as I seek wisdom. I have pulled 25 of my favorite verses that teach on wisdom. I hope you will be inspired and encouraged by these Bible verses from God’s word. 25 Bible Verses About Wisdom If a ..read more

It takes many hands to run a ministry, and managing church employees can be every bit as challenging as managing people in any other business setting. This means it is extremely important to hire right – the first time.  When it comes time to hire that new employee, take the necessary time to prepare to interview a job candidate. This simple step can mean the difference between hiring right or dealing with the fallout of a bad hire. A church is only as strong as the people it employs, and weak employees can affect the church’s ability to fulfill its mission. As Jim Collins states in the c ..read more

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Growing churches understand the importance of a strong Children’s Ministry program. But Children’s Ministry has many moving parts. It is more than child care while parents go to church. It is an opportunity to sow into the lives of the next generation and help these kids learn Biblical principles for life.  Even small churches can have a dynamic kid’s ministry with a little planning and organization. 11 Tips For Creating A Children’s Ministry Kids Will Love 1. Use Age Specific Classrooms A few years can make a big difference in children. Organize kid ..read more

People leave churches for all kinds of reasons. It may be a job relocation, moving across town, and sometimes members die. However, there are also times when church members simply change churches. This can be trying for church leaders because they feel like they have a great team, but life takes a valued member somewhere else, or a disgruntled member decides to go elsewhere. We know a church leader should not take any of this personally – but that is easier said than done. Expect A 15% Turnover. The average attrition rate for churches is about 15% – but that number cou ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes No one goes into ministry with the desire to track employee attendance. Much less create a church employee attendance policy! However, having employees who show up for work on time is imperative for a church to be able to achieve its mission. Life happens to all of us – we get sick, a loved one needs us, cars break down, weather interrupts a commute, and the list goes on and on. So, how do we best navigate the issues associated with managing employees and ensuring they are there when needed to get the job done? We Are All Different What I have learned is ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Churches are busy places! They plan weekly services, church programs, and countless events throughout the year. Planning typically involves meetings with a team of people who help to get things done. This results in meeting invitations – and the hope that the organizer is successful at facilitating productive meetings. Do You Enjoy Meetings? What is your response when you hear that you have a new meeting on your calendar? Do you dread it, or are you excited to be part of a team that plans events, works on the church budget, or participates in an improveme ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Retaining great employees can be a challenge, particularly during seasons of low unemployment. Motivated employers offer tuition assistance programs to attract, engage, and retain the best and brightest employees. I am an advocate for employer educational assistance because I benefited from such a program early in my career. The healthcare organization I worked for offered a generous tuition assistance program that allowed me to finish an undergraduate degree. Once I left corporate to pursue a calling to help a large ministry, that organization helped with the ..read more

Summer can be a fun time for churches. Many host Vacation Bible School, Church Picnics, or other warm-weather events. These events are geared toward providing fellowship opportunities for church members. However, summer is also a great time to regroup and prepare for the busy season that fall, and winter bring to a church campus. 10 Projects Your Church Can Be Doing This Summer 1. Clean out files Every church office has files. Whether your church has all digital files or your church is old school and has file cabinets full of files, summer is a great time to do some cleaning. Spend a day or tw ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Church governance is the cornerstone to effective church management of ministry resources – people, time, and money. People – are the employees and volunteers who facilitate the process of church services, programs, and events. Without them, no church could function Time – is an underappreciated resource that needs to be managed to ensure that it is used solely to work on church priorities. Money – We all know that the Gospel is free, but it takes money to run a church. The sacrificial donations of members need to be managed to ensure good stewardship of churc ..read more

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Easter has come and gone, flowers are beginning to bloom, and spring is finally here – which means that summer is just around the corner. As the snow begins to melt and the tulips start to show off their spring colors, your team should be well on its way to planning your summer Vacation Bible School. Hopefully, your team is planning to create a fun atmosphere for kids that teaches them the awesomeness of our God. Planning church events can be fun and stress-free as long as there is detailed planning and lots of hands to help. This means taking the time to get ..read more