The pressure is on for pastors to pull out all the stops this Christmas, but what if taking a step back was the right move? Though the stats show Christmas service attendance is rising, are extra services on Christmas Eve and Day worth sacrificing family time and volunteer sanity? Let’s reconsider. While we aim to reach new people, retention is key. If Christmas visitors aren’t sticking around, giving your team a break could be the perfect gift. This season, consider whether going all out is best for your church’s health and your community impact. The right choice may be carving out space for you and your congregation to relax and refuel.
The Next Big Thing Part 2
Last week we talked about the new multi-site church movement that’s happening all over the country, and specifically about Seacoast…



