Archive for 2017

How to Preach Effectively on Your Church Website
August 28, 2017

How to Preach Effectively on Your Church Website

If we want to grow our churches, we need to capitalize on our websites. People visit them all the time to learn about service times and to hear how your ...

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How to Lead When You’re Not in Charge
August 23, 2017

How to Lead When You’re Not in Charge

Clay Scroggins went from facility intern to lead pastor at North Point and talks about how to lead when you lack authority.

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The Church & Money: It’s OK to Talk About Money
August 21, 2017

The Church & Money: It’s OK to Talk About Money

“They’re just after my money” is no longer one of the the major reasons people avoid church. So instead of avoiding it entirely, we should offer help.

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22 Giving Tips for Churches
August 16, 2017

22 Giving Tips for Churches

The church has never been good at talking about money. But that needs to change. We've got 22 tips to help your church do better at talking about money.

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Why Your Church Needs a Giving Kiosk
August 14, 2017

Why Your Church Needs a Giving Kiosk

Does your church really need a giving kiosk in the lobby? We've got reasons why your church should consider a kiosk and then an ebook to help you launch it.

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Eyes to the Skies: What the Total Solar Eclipse Means for Your Church
August 9, 2017

Eyes to the Skies: What the Total Solar Eclipse Means for Your Church

A solar eclipse will cut across the U.S., creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Some churches are building bridges and exploring our shared fascination.

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6 Giving Stats to Help Boost Your Church’s Offering
August 7, 2017

6 Giving Stats to Help Boost Your Church’s Offering

Today’s giving technologies give us new ways to connect and inspire people to give to their local church. Let's look at some giving stats that back that up.

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Generosity Matters
August 2, 2017

Generosity Matters

Have a hunch your church could communicate better about money—just not exactly sure how? This month we've got giving resources that can help.

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Anthony Miller on Church Leadership
July 31, 2017

Anthony Miller on Church Leadership

Saddleback's Anthony Miller talks leadership for communicators: "Remember: When you get tired of saying it, they are just starting to get it."

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Words of Wisdom From the Cincinnati Intensive
July 26, 2017

Words of Wisdom From the Cincinnati Intensive

Insights from the Cincinnati Intensive: "What's my one job as (church) communications director? To be an advocate for my audience."

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The Metamorphosis of a Church Communicator
July 24, 2017

The Metamorphosis of a Church Communicator

Church communicators evolve from followers to leaders, from being reactive to proactive. It's a metamorphosis. We've got tips for surviving the process.

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David Hansen on Church Leadership
July 19, 2017

David Hansen on Church Leadership

Finding your leadership role as a communicator and serving your pastor can be a difficult line to walk. We talk with Pastor David Hansen about leadership.

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25 Things I Learned From Creative Missions
July 17, 2017

25 Things I Learned From Creative Missions

Spending a week serving churches with Creative Missions can be a learning experience. Here are 25 lessons from this missions trip for creatives.

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Lucinda Rojas Ross on Church Leadership
July 12, 2017

Lucinda Rojas Ross on Church Leadership

Leading as a church communicator can be a challenge: "I have to remember it’s not about me. I’m learning to step out of that comfort zone."

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How to Encourage Your Pastor to Work Ahead
July 10, 2017

How to Encourage Your Pastor to Work Ahead

Pastors don't always plan ahead, and that can be hard on your communications team. Here are some gentle ways to help your pastor start planning ahead.

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