The CE Interview: Denise Craig, Chief Financial Officer, Abba’s House, Hixson, TX
By Ronald E. Keener
When the family of Denise Craig sat down at the supper table, it wasn’t unusual for the conversation to turn to financial topics. Her father is a CPA, her mother is a governmental accountant, and her younger sister has a degree in finance. Today she is the chief financial officer of Abba’s House, Hixson, TN.
Three ways Millennials impact our culture and the church
By Sam S. Rainer III
America’s largest generation seeks change through hope, knowledge and authenticity.
Feeling ‘safe’ can affect how teens adapt in church—and elsewhere
By Ronald E. Keener
Youth will not share their convictions to convert someone but they will share their faith in saying something about themselves.
Getting to know the land they love
By Mark Dreistadt
The Israel Ministry of Tourism once again invites a group of megachurch pastors on an educational tour.
‘Volunteer vacations’ mix enjoyment with purpose
By Bruce Smith
Christian mission trip opportunities abound in areas that take into account unique skills and attributes.
Adam and Eve—and dinosaurs
By Mark Looy
One-of-a-kind museum offers groups a high-tech tour through biblical history.
Should churches and ministries care about trademarks?
By Kenneth Liu
“A good name is more desirable than great riches,” says Proverbs 22:1 but it takes an effort to keep it that way.
Stewardship of energy can be an evolving concern
By Steve Madsen
Cornerstone Fellowship, Livermore, CA, turns to solar power for savings – and as a good community citizen.
Energy savings are significant in providing funding for other ministry
By Randy Hoff
More churches realize good financial and environmental returns through energy efficiency.
Taking a look at ‘green’ construction
By Pat del Ponte
Discover the ideal balance of capital costs, sustainable design and delivery.
A church’s culture is the atmosphere in which the church functions
By Ronald E. Keener
‘The strongest force in an organization is not vision or strategy – it is the culture which holds all the other components.’
Beware of mission myopia from your pastor – and yourself
By David Posthuma
How organizational personality enhances or hinders ministry efforts.
Departments
Financial Solutions
By Roy Hayhurst
Human Resources
By Tom Harper
Technology Update
By Lauren Hunter
Risk Management
By Eric Spacek
