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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…

Naming a church is one of the most public decisions you’ll ever make. Make a good choice, and your church name becomes easy to recognize, and share, and is quickly associated with what your church is all about. Make a not-so-good choice, and your church name can become a liability,…

How can pastors use live streaming to reach out to people who don’t go to church? ChurchTechToday offers three creative ideas for using technology to create meaningful connections and conversations around faith topics. Whether it’s hosting Q&A sessions, virtual chats, or prayer gatherings, live streaming can help pastors engage with…

As Holy Week approaches and church leaders prepare for Easter Sunday, there’s a buzz of excitement in the air. With so many plans already in place, it may seem challenging to make any last-minute adjustments. However, Thom Rainer has outlined seven critical issues that can still be addressed before the…

It’s one thing to want to see your church grow. It’s entirely another to position your church structurally so you can accommodate growth. If you structure bigger, you can grow bigger. If you don’t, your structural constraints will stifle and hinder your growth. Read the full article.

The trend toward smaller gatherings was slow but perceptible prior to the pandemic. That trend is much more noticeable now. Church worship gatherings are getting smaller. Two major factors are contributing to this trend. The obvious factor is an overall attendance decline in churches. Many congregations have fewer members and…

The ability to attract skilled musicians to a worship team requires strong leadership. Worship leaders must create an environment of give-and-take among the musicians, courageously confronting problems when needed. They should get to know each player personally, supporting their families and valuing every team member’s contribution. When the leader can…