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Shifting From a Catch-All Mentality to Next-gen Intentionality
If the average age of a congregation only goes up with each passing year, the community isn't just aging, it is operating on a countdown clock. Acknowledging this isn't an act of panic or institutional despair. It is a moment of profound, courageous stewardship for the future of the church. For...
The “What Now” Moment: Pivoting toward True Vitality
We’ve all been there. You’re leading, you’re planning, and you’re pouring yourself out, but the old momentum has stalled. The path you’re on isn’t leading to the life or the congregation you envisioned. It’s that uncomfortable, pivotal question the crowd asked Peter...
Making the Case for Sabbaticals
Lately, as I have led retreats and workshops with pastors and deacons across the country, I have conducted a straw poll asking, “How many of you have ever had a sabbatical?” I have been downright shocked by how many clergy have never had a sabbatical. It’s a very high...
From Crisis to Culture: Building Support for Visionary Leadership
Close to 30 years ago I attended an Alban Institute workshop about visionary leadership, and if memory serves, it was led by Roy Oswald. The presenter was talking about how congregational leaders tend to enter a new call with a high level of vision and energy. But...