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Email Forever: How to Do Email Marketing
Email is one of the most effective means of reaching people—assuming you're doing it well. We can help with these Courageous Storytellers resources.
All Saints’ Day: Heroes Giving Hope
All Saints' Day is about remembering those who have gone before us, whether they're venerated saints or quiet Christians. Who are your heroes?
6 Ways Churches Can Do Better at Welcoming the Stranger
We talked with a church outsider—who still loves the church—about how churches can do better at welcoming guests (especially reluctant guests).
Christmas Greeting From Anthony Miller
We've got Christmas cheer from Saddleback's Anthony Miller. He encourages you to tell your church's story as you prepare for Christmas this year.
Fall Event Follow Up: Free Download
If your church is hosting a fall event, following up with guests who show up is the key to success. We can help with this free download.
How Churches Can Respond to #MeToo
The #MeToo hashtag has raised awareness about sexual abuse, assault, and harassment. Should the church contribute to this conversation? If so, how do we do it?
Free Christmas Welcome Kit
Your church is likely to see more first-time guests at Christmas. We've got a free welcome kit to help you analyze how you're doing and make improvements.
Crisis Communication for Churches
We should care about public relations (PR) because it enables us to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. It also makes our communications more effective and prepares us for any ...
Need Help With Your Christmas Design?
If you're freaking out about all the "stuff" you need to create for Christmas, just STOP! Our little elves are happy to do your Christmas designs—for free.
Visiting a Church Is Scary: Resources to Welcome Guests
With the ghouls, zombies, and sugar of Halloween coming, consider the scariest thing in the church world: Visiting a church for the first time.
The Original Storyteller: Become a Better Storyteller in 30 Days by Robert Carnes
In his new 30-day devotional The Original Storyteller, Robert Carnes explores the principles of storytelling using a mix of stories and biblical examples.
The Original Storyteller: Making Stories Practical for Churches
Stories are a timeless way to connect. We sit down with author Robert Carnes to learn more about storytelling and what it can mean for the church.
People Are Hurting. How Is Your Church Helping?
When tragedy strikes, as it always does, how does the church respond? How can your church be a voice of hope in the midst of darkness?
Be Our Guest
It's always important to welcome guests, so we've got a pile of guest resources—and Christmas bonuses—for Courageous Storytellers members.
Why Design Matters: Practical Implications for the Church
Design turns chaos into order—a small genesis—and welcomes and guides people into a closer relationship with the creator.
Words of Wisdom From the Dallas Intensive
Insights from the Dallas Intensive: "No amount of advertising will make people attend something they do not want to go to."
10 Reasons to Switch From PowerPoint to Church Presentation Software
If you’re still using PowerPoint to run your presentations, it may be time to upgrade. We take a look at how church presentation software works better.