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TECHNOLOGY
Wednesday, October 8th, 2008
The intended distribution method and target audience for content determine how worship services are captured on camera and how those images are combined into a broadcast production.
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FACILITIES
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
If you believe that the proclamation of the Gospel is the primary work of the church then you need to look at all of the conditions that support this activity. This involves the physical environment of the worship space and all of its parts.
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LEADERSHIP
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Tom Harper, a contributing writer for Church Executive, is president of the Society for Church Consulting, Louisville, KY [churchconsultation.org] and of
ChurchCentral.com, a free church health news and information site.
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TECHNOLOGY
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
The Internet is constantly changing. From its infancy about 15 years ago, “Web 1.0” was a place where businesses and organizations could broadcast information to the public. Users in return could then search for related topics based on their needs.
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SPEAKING VOLUMES
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Today’s generation — however you define them — isn’t giving to the church like their parents. J. Clif Christopher says the statistics show a very alarming trend. “The children of the baby boomers are far less generous than their parents and show significantly less interest in giving to religion.”
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LEADERSHIP
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
In the fall of 2007 our church completed an 18 month strategic planning process which resulted in a five-year ministry plan complete with vision statements and measurable goals.
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FACILITIES, Operations
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Theater seating offers church leaders the capabilities to have adaptable worship centers that can feature longer rows, fewer aisles, greater capacity, improved sight lines and better comfort. This type of sanctuary seating can also be customized to many different specifications that can reflect the character and personalities of church leaders and congregations.
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FACILITIES, Operations
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Geni Hulsey came into the church bookstore business with just a table near the café at First Baptist Church, Houston, TX, that over 15 years grew by dint of hard work and foresight into The Garden Bookstore at her church.
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FINANCE
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Key steps for church leaders to consider for a healthier and financially viable retirement. By Susan Wilhoit Daily we’re reminded of ways to improve our physical health: eat less fat, exercise, drink more water and reduce stress. While these things are certainly beneficial and important, we can’t neglect our financial health either, especially when it [...]
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FINANCE
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
By Christine Abrams and John Butler A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) may allow your church members or faithful supporters to make tax deductible gifts before they are sure of where it should be used. Are you familiar with the benefits potentially offered by a Donor Advised Fund to members or attendees of your church or [...]