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Pastoral Care for Healthy Churches (and Pastors)

The Barna Group reports the average Protestant church size in America as 89 adults. 60% of protestant churches have less than 100 adults in attendance. Only 2% have over 1000 adults attending. As a result, the dreams of pastors of most small and even mid-sized churches go unrealized. Why? There…

7 Steps to Create the Perfect Worship Setlist

When it comes to leading worship, having an effective setlist is essential. Whether you’re leading in a contemporary service or a traditional one, having the right songs in the right order can make all the difference. Continue Reading.

Should Your Praise Set Support Your Pastor’s Message?

One of the biggest challenges worship leaders face is limited time to plan their songs and setlists. For some, the theme of the sermon isn’t determined until midweek, which leaves little time to plan and practice. This creates a vicious cycle: not enough time to plan, not enough time to…

3 Brilliant Tips for Using Social Media to Boost Your Church Engagement

Almost everyone on this planet either knows about social media platforms or uses them. And a great many churches run at least one social media account, although often only used sporadically. If this sounds like your church, it may be time to consider utilizing social media effectively and through doing…

Five Reasons Why We Sing In Christian Worship

Throughout the ages, God’s people have gathered before Him in song. Worship music has been and continues to be the enduring and imaginative expression of God’s people in praise, celebration, lament, and longing. There is beauty in the act of a multitude of voices combining in unified glory to God.…

12 Tips to Help Make a Strong Worship Setlist Every Sunday

Picking a strong worship setlist for every Sunday at church is no easy task. At least not for most worship leaders who put a lot of thought into what their congregations are singing. But while the process can be weighty, it can also be fun to build worship setlists that…

Mastering the Art of Memorable Worship Sets

Jon Nicol discusses the essential components for creating powerful worship sets that engage and inspire congregations. He highlights the importance of planning, preparation, people, and presence in crafting a memorable worship experience. Nicol emphasizes that planning is crucial to designing an intentional worship journey that allows attendees to experience both…

7 Tips On Becoming A Good Acoustic Guitar Player

Mark Cole shares valuable tips and tricks to help you hone your skills. From investing in a quality guitar and tuner to practicing regularly and expanding your chord vocabulary, Mark covers all the essentials for success. Learn about the importance of being a team player, embracing new techniques, and attending…

8 Methods To Make Volunteer Scheduling Easier For Churches

Discover the secrets to mastering volunteer scheduling in your church with ChurchTechToday’s latest article. This insightful guide offers eight effective methods for managing and streamlining the scheduling process for your dedicated volunteers. Learn how understanding their needs, leveraging technology, and fostering a sense of community can make all the difference…

One Secret to Becoming a Better Worship Band

Rob Rash shares a simple yet powerful secret to help worship leaders improve their bands and bring them closer to their vision of musical excellence. Rash emphasizes the importance of watching other worship bands, either by attending services at different churches, going to conferences, or even studying YouTube videos. By…

Songs of Gratitude: Mother’s Day Picks for Worship

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and we know how important it is to honor and celebrate all the wonderful moms in our church community. Choosing the perfect songs to capture the love and gratitude we feel towards these amazing women can be a bit of a challenge as…

10 Tips to a Better Rehearsal, Part 1

Your worship team rehearsal is critical. It doesn’t just prepare the team musically, but it also begins to create the environment of worship for Sunday. A poor rehearsal doesn’t mean Sunday is going to tank. However, it is a strong indicator of how things could go if the team doesn’t…

What Does the Future of Church Look Like?

PODCAST: Churches are evolving to meet people where they are and stay relevant. Kenny Jahng and DJ Chuang discuss various ways emerging churches embrace technology and serve a digital-first generation. If you want to ponder the future of the church, dive into this episode of the Church Online Podcast. Listen…

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