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Daily Journaling Devotional -- Daily Word - True Church? Do you belong to the one true church? You can easily think of churches who claim to be The One. Do you find such an attitude off-putting? Is any church entirely free from this? It is admirable when churches take steps to minimize this effect, but at the end of the day, or on Sunday morning, you pull into one parking lot rather than another for a reason. It is preferable to have a strong sense of community rather than a weak one. Can you maintain one without the other? Can you belong to a strongly bonded community that recognizes the validity of my body taken as a whole?

Daily Journaling Devotional -- Daily Word - True Church? Do you belong to the one true church? You can easily think of churches who claim to be The One. Do you find such an attitude off-putting? Is any church entirely free from this? It is admirable when churches take steps to minimize this effect, but at the end of the day, or on Sunday morning, you pull into one parking lot rather than another for a reason. It is preferable to have a strong sense of community rather than a weak one. Can you maintain one without the other? Can you belong to a strongly bonded community that recognizes the validity of my body taken as a whole?

What can we do to lean into health as churches, organizations, and as individuals so that belonging happens in a healthy way? How can our church members help others to feel loved and accepted even when they’re new? How can churches help pastors and their family feel part of the church even if there isn’t a long history? What can we as leaders do to bring others together in the name of Jesus?

📊 Is Your Church Part of the 4% or the 96%? Did you know only 4% of U.S. churches are actively making disciples? 😮 The other 96% are missing a vital part of the Great Commission. Where does your church stand? In our latest blog, we explore the startling stats and share insights on how your church can move into that 4%—making disciples and fulfilling its God-given mission. 👉 Read more and find out how to be part of the 4%. https://lnkd.in/dHm866ch #Discipleship #SheepFeast #ChurchGrowth #GreatCommission #MakingDisciples #ChurchLeadership #MinistryTools #ChristianCommunity #FaithInAction #ChurchTech #SpiritualGrowth #DiscipleMaking #ChurchMission #KingdomBuilding #OnlineDiscipleship

My new book Culture Shift: Leading a Growing Church in Uncertain Times is now on the market. These are difficult times for churches. Less than half the population of the United States and Canada are now members of any church, and the percentage of people who call themselves Christian or even believe in God is rapidly declining. And yet, churches still have the potential to grow into vibrant, life-giving communities that engage the culture, attract new members, do good works and share the good news of God's amazing love in Jesus. Culture Shift is a book for clergy, lay leaders and anyone interested reversing church decline. It not only provides insights and perspective about the culture but also offers the tools and resources to evaluate a congregation and develop a turnaround strategy. It is an excellent book for strategic ministry planning. Mainline Protestant churches, and particularly the Episcopal Church in the United States and the Anglican Church of Canada will find this book of immense value.

Grow the Church. It’s What We Need to Do in Order to Grow the Church

📞 Building trust, one conversation at a time! Last week, I spoke with a pastor who’d followed The Effective Church Group since the 1990s. Now, he’s joining the Growing Church Network to take meaningful steps forward. 💬 If your church feels stuck, know that you’re not alone—and there’s hope. Let’s have a conversation to see how we can help your congregation thrive! #effectivechurch #churchgrowth #pastors #church #leadershipjourney

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If a pastor isn’t committed to his church, people will notice. If a pastor’s family isn’t committed to their church, people will notice. If a pastor’s family isn’t committed to the church, you can’t expect the average family to be committed to the church. If a pastor isn’t committed to the church, you can’t expect the average person to be committed to the church.

Home Church Movement: Historical Roots, Core Principles & Impact Did you know that the home church movement, along with local churches and new churches, has seen a 30% increase in participation over the past five years? With an ever-growing number of individuals seeking a more intimate and personalized religious experience through charismatic renewal, new churches, and local churches, this trend is reshaping traditional notions of worship. Whether you're curious about this movement or considering joining or establishing a home church, this post will provide valuable insights into this flourishing trend.Key TakeawaysEmbrace the historical roots of the home church movement, restorationism, and charismatic renewal as a source of inspiration and guidance for establishing a more intimate and community-oriented approach to worship.Incorporate the core principles of simplicity, equality, and active participation into your own faith community, fostering a sense of belonging and shared responsibility among members and leaders.Implement key practices such as shared leadership, interactive discussions, and inclusive gatherings to create a more participatory and engaging worship experience within your home church.Recognize the impact of the home church movement on traditiona... #Uncategorized