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Do you know what stage of ministry you are in as a pastor? Do you know how to navigate the challenges and opportunities that each stage presents? In this article, Thom Rainer updates his classic research on the life cycle of a pastor, based on thousands of conversations with pastors…

As worship leaders, we often strive to bring our church together in unity and community through music. Explore how to create a shared experience among those in the worship service that will foster a sense of togetherness. By utilizing music, we can help create an atmosphere of connection and belonging…

Prayer is a vital part of Christian worship and life. It is a way of communicating with God and expressing our gratitude, praise, confession, and requests. But how can we pray effectively and powerfully? How can we use music to enhance our prayer experience? In this blog post, you will…

On our spiritual journeys, we all crave those precious moments of peace and connection with something greater than ourselves. Worship leaders hold a special place in helping congregations experience this by creating an atmosphere that encourages reflection, prayer, and communion with the divine. So let’s explore how we can touch…

In today’s fast-paced digital world, churches have a unique opportunity to harness the power of social media and online engagement to further their ministry and connect with their communities through summer internships. One way to do this is by offering a “Digital Ministry Church Summer Internship” program. Here’s an overview…

As AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT become increasingly prevalent, churches and pastors must consider their potential risks and privacy concerns, particularly when it comes to their staff’s usage. In this article, we will provide five disruptive insights that pastors may not have considered when developing AI policies for their churches,…

In our fast-moving world, it’s important for worship teams to be not only talented but also purposeful in guiding their congregation into God’s presence. A well-thought-out mission statement can be a powerful tool for creating a united and goal-focused ministry. You might be thinking, “Is a mission statement really necessary?…

As a church leader, one of your most important responsibilities is to ensure that your staff is working together effectively and efficiently. One way to achieve this is by holding regular staff meetings. However, if not properly planned and executed, staff meetings can become unproductive and unengaging. In this post,…

Worshiponline have tested and reviewed 7 of the best apps for worship teams that will make your worship leading easier and more efficient. Read the full article.

Following the onset of COVID-19, digital options for church became essential. In the spring of 2020, when the pandemic response began, nearly all Protestant pastors (96%) told Barna they had begun streaming services. However, this may not be seen as desirable, compared to gathering in person in a physical church.…

As technology evolves, churches and ministries are continually seeking new ways to engage with their congregations and communities. With the emergence of ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) writing platform, churches now have a powerful tool at their disposal to enhance various aspects of their ministry. Read the full article.

A surprising number of unchurched persons attended Good Friday services. More churches are offering Good Friday services than in the past. For the first time, we heard that unchurched persons attended these services in surprisingly greater numbers. In fact, some church leaders indicated that they had more unchurched in Good…