A Greek philosopher, by the name of Heraclitus, once said “change is the only constant in life.”
This is so true particularly in the arena of technology.
For anyone who has been around for more than a minute understands the fast pace of changing technologies. Particularly those that help us to communicate.
Ten years ago no one heard of a smart phone. Read the Full Article →
Congratulations! Your church is growing and now it is time to hire some help.
It’s easy to say “let’s hire someone” but there are many things that need to be done behind the scenes to make sure you are ready for your new employee.
You want your new hire to start off on the right foot so take some time to think through the details to help ensure a smooth transition. Read the Full Article →
Creating an influential youth program involves strategy, planning and support from the church.
And, requires a gifted and passionate youth director to get it done.
Youth directors have a unique role and often carry a heavy burden.
Kids confide in them about many of life’s issues and challenges.
This constant weight can discourage youth leaders – if they do not have the support they need. Read the Full Article →
People who work (free or paid) for a church are often exposed to confidential information. These employees and volunteers are responsible for maintaining a strong code of ethics because of access to this sensitive information.
According to dictionary.com, confidentiality is defined as “having another’s trust or confidence; entrusted with secrets or private affairs.”
Members and volunteers provide the church with demographic, financial and personal information. Read the Full Article →
I was saddened to read about a neighborhood church, where my kids used to attend youth events, being yet another victim of church embezzlement.
All you have to do is go to your search bar and type in ‘church embezzlement’ and you will find many headlines:
And the list goes on and on. Read the Full Article →
We are excited to share our first best practice submission from Mari Anna Wahr, from St. Mary Cathedral Church in Gaylord, Michigan!
Mari’s best practice highlights the importance of good cash handling within a church. The motivation for this church to establish a controlled practices was to ensure good stewardship of church resources.
I love Mari’s diligence to push past “this is the way we’ve always done it here” with the goal of improving the way things are done and safeguarding church funds. Read the Full Article →
Effective church management is the appropriate administration of church resources. Some are resistant to labeling church management as a business function. However, whenever there are people and money involved, there needs to be structured business practices to ensure resources are managed appropriately.
Churches are unique in that they rely on donations from members and have a responsibility to be good stewards with those resources. Read the Full Article →
Our country experienced yet another senseless mass killing this week. The massacre in Orlando is yet another example of how vulnerable we have all become.
Those who are driven by hate prey upon gatherings of people with the intent to do harm when they least suspect.
Churches have long been a place of refuge and historically a place when doors were never closed. Read the Full Article →
Summer is well underway and with summer comes Vacation Bible School.
Many churches host vacation bible school to serve its members and the community by providing a safe place for kids while offering a life changing experience. Hopefully your church is one of them!
As you finalize your preparations for this year, here are some tips to make sure your vacation bible school runs smoothly and provides the kids with an efficient and safe experience that you planned for. Read the Full Article →
The success or failure of a church rests on its leadership.
Those who have been given the responsibility of managing a church are required to take the necessary steps to ensure it is financially viable and exercises effective management practices. Neither of which happen without intent and planning.
Global planning for a church begins with the church oversight board. Whether that board is an independent board, member board or church leadership, planning is critical to a ministry’s ability to achieve its mission. Read the Full Article →
