Ministry Matters - Church culture: What it is and what it isn't | Daring boldly

How do we go about doing what we do? Church culture: What it is and what it isn't by Jim Ozier and Yvette Thibodeaux   As we are discussing what church culture is, let’s take a look what church culture is not. It is not your mission statement (which clearly and concisely trumpets your purpose); it is not your vision statement (which succinctly sets your direction). While both are crucial in your church’s leadership work and we highly recommend these be clearly articulated within your congregation, they are not your church’s culture. Read here

How do we listen and follow with great boldness? Daring boldy: Discerning your church's call to new places by Kellen Roggenbuck   In the two decades I have been in ministry, in the half-dozen denominations and individual churches with whom I have consulted, I’ve learned that as diverse and myriad as Christ’s church is, there is a widespread need for bold discernment. If our local churches want to truly live out the gospel in a way that transforms lives and communities, they have to be willing to step out of their comfort zones, embrace the unknown, and dare greatly. Such courageous movement starts with honest, bold discernment as an institution, both at the global and local church level.  Read here

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Ministry Matters - Solutions for financial sustainability in your church

Based on your reading preference in a  recent MinistryMatters newsletter, you may be interested in the following books, fulfilled reliably through our relationship with Cokesbury.com. financial sustainability Church Money Manual by J. Clif Christopher The Church Money Manual is the most up-to-date and easy-to-use handbook for churches seeking better ways to manage finances. Brief and straightforward chapters each focus on a specific problem or issue. The book covers topics of day-to-day operation and the perennially critical themes related to church money management and stewardship. BUY you still need a fall campaign The Gratitude Path by Kent Millard The Gratitude Path is a five-session study designed for use by churches, leadership teams, and small groups. This step-by-step guide helps congregations grow in generosity by focusing on gratitude for God’s blessings. Chapters conclude with questions for personal reflection and devotion. The book includes a 12-step plan for pastors and other leaders to successfully conduct their own Gratitude Campaign in a church of any size or denomination. BUY Click to browse our selection of books in preaching, worship, ministry leadership, and church & culture. The God of the Dangerous Sermon Abingdon Worship or Preaching Annual 2022 Teaching how to pray in public

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Ministry Matters - What to do when giving is down| Gratitude drives generosity

Do you know your top givers? What to do when giving is down by J. Clif Christopher One day a pastor called me and was a bit distressed. Giving to church operations was down from the previous year. He asked if he could send me a letter to review that he was considering sending to the congregation about the shortfall.  READ MORE Do you have a plan for giving? The gratitude campaign by Kent Millard Congregations have financial challenges. I discover that many of them have no plan for giving and don’t want anyone to talk about pledging or being generous in support of God’s work. They simply receive an offering every Sunday and hope that it will be enough to cover their expenses. But as the congregation declines in membership, income goes down and they have to go to a part-time pastor and reduce their mission giving because they don’t have the necessary resources.  READ MORE Scriptural roots of generosity  Enduring roots of generosity by Robert Schnase Scripture is replete with examples and teachings that focus on possessions, wealth, giving, gifts, generosity, offerings, charity, sacrifice, and sharing with those in need. Giving is central to Jewish and Christian practice because people perceive God as extravagantly generous, the giver of every good gift, the source of life and love. People give because they serve a giving God. READ MORE Worship Elements September 26, 2021 Worship Connection September 26, 2021 Subscribe to denominational updates Click to browse our selection of books in preaching, worship, ministry leadership, and church & culture. The God of the Dangerous Sermon Abingdon Worship or Preaching Annual 2022 Teaching how to pray in public

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