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How to Mix Sound for Both In-Person and Live Stream Services

The CTT staff writes that serving both in-person and online congregations requires volunteer sound techs to deliver great sound mixes week after week. With churches of all sizes now regularly live streaming, there are even more demands placed on technical ministry teams. However, by following a few simple steps, any…

Five Major Developments for Churches with an Attendance Under 250

Thom S. Rainer writes that churches with fewer than 250 in average worship attendance, known as “standard churches,” account for an astonishing 92 percent of all churches in the United States. Given their prevalence, it is crucial to understand the important trends and developments that directly impact these congregations. Migration…

How Red Rocks Worship Runs Tracks

Loop Community team member Matt Slack interviews Red Rocks Worship’s Musical Director Scott about how they run tracks during their Sunday services. Scott shares valuable insights and tips for worship leaders and tech teams who want to incorporate tracks into their worship sets. Red Rocks Worship’s Setup Scott explains that…

Last-Minute Christmas Eve Service Ideas

Planning a meaningful Christmas Eve service can be challenging, especially when done at the last minute. However, there are several strategies worship leaders can use to pull together an impactful service with limited time. Begin by relying on familiar Christmas music and story elements that require little preparation. Using prerecorded…

7 “Christmas Card” Truths for Churches Needing Revitalization

Many churches in North America are struggling and in need of revitalization. Chuck Lawless offers hope for these churches through reflecting on truths from the Christmas story. First, darkness does not have the final say. Despite centuries of darkness, Jesus, the light of the world, was born in Bethlehem. God’s…

7 Examples of Christmas Website Landing Pages

The Christmas season is almost here, which means it’s time for churches to start preparing their holiday landing pages. A dedicated page on your website is the perfect way to share all the important details about your Christmas services and events. You can include service times, locations, volunteer opportunities, and…

11 Amazing & Creative Christmas Service Ideas for Church

The Christmas season provides a wonderful opportunity for churches to get creative with their holiday services. Rather than sticking to the same old routine, think outside the box this year. Transform your stage into a winter wonderland, host a candlelit communion, or go caroling in your community. Get your congregation…

Texas megachurch faces backlash after ‘spectacular’ Christmas show goes viral

A viral TikTok video of flying drummer boys rehearsing for a Texas megachurch’s over-the-top Christmas show has sparked a storm of criticism. Prestonwood Baptist Church’s annual holiday extravaganza features a cast of 1,000, choir, orchestra, and even live animals alongside aerial angels and drummers. But commenters are crying “Righteous Gemstones”…

If I Had a Ministry Mulligan

by David Manner In informal golf, a Mulligan is an extra shot or do-over after a wayward or errant shot. It is a second chance at a better outcome that then doesn’t count against your final score. As ministry novices or aging veterans, we’ve all looked back at certain decisions,…

Five Lessons We Learned from Deceased Churches

Thom S. Rainer writes that a decade after his original research on churches that have closed their doors, Church Answers has continued to investigate this pressing issue. While the findings published in his bestselling book, “Autopsy of a Deceased Church,” remain relevant, new insights have emerged in recent years. Five…

Why Should We Sing Christmas Carols?

Often we sing so many new songs we hardly know the ones we are singing. Not only do we know these great carols, we have memories attached to singing them. They are part of our worship experience. One of the aspects of Christmas nearly everyone loves, is the opportunity to…

9 Reminders About Being And Doing Church This Christmas

‘Tis the season for crowded churches – but are we truly reaching the masses? A pastor’s sobering Christmas reality check sparkles ominously amid the tinsel. Beyond the bustling aisles and joyful carols, many still don’t know Jesus’ story. Some equate Him with judgmental oppression. Others have been taught falsehoods. We…

9 Reasons Why Music Is Important

Have you ever wondered why music is so inherent in our culture and in cultures around the world? Have you ever wondered why music is so important and can stir up all sorts of emotions and memories? Check out these points on the power and wonder of music. Read the…

The New Very Large Church

Are you ready to challenge your perceptions about the size of churches? It’s time to reconsider what “big” really means in the realm of congregations. In this eye-opening article, we’ll delve into the surprising statistics that redefine the landscape of church sizes, providing fresh insights that might just change the…

United Methodists Meet to Approve Disaffiliations

🌟 Dive into the heart of a historic moment in Fayetteville, NC, as representatives from local United Methodist churches gathered for a Special Called Annual Conference. 🌟 Discover the intricacies of a process set in motion by the 2019 General Conference of The United Methodist Church, exploring the delicate balance…

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