Featured Ebook
TECH-DRIVEN CHURCH
We’ve all heard the church is “10 years behind” when it comes to technology. But what if it was on the cutting edge?
Architecture & Design
CHURCH DESIGN TRENDS
Expert perspectives on emerging trends, outdated ones, and ministry-specific design movements
In Pursuit of Family-Friendly Church Design
Expert advice — from the architects who envision these spaces and the church executives who recognized the need
The Architect as Partner
Architects, pastors and a CFO talk about how to navigate -- or better yet, avoid -- the usual challenges of a church building project
CHURCH FACILITIES: Building & Construction
Avoid cost overruns • An effective building process: 5 tenets • 5 facility "musts" for young families • 4 youth-friendly design ideas
Capital Stewardship & Generosity
GIVING MADE EASY
How to choose the right platforms for your unique church — common mistakes, engaging first-time givers, considerations around congregational culture, and more
MAXIMIZING YEAR-END GIVING
Strategies for using technology to encourage giving all year round
Sustained Giving Strategies
Tried-and-true advice for driving a predictable cash flow at your church
Make Giving Click
Expert advice for using technology to identify, engage & cultivate first-time givers
Church Management Software
GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR ChMS
If you know how to maximize it, your system can FUEL more effective outreach, STREAMLINE discipleship, INFORM expansion — and so much more.
How to Drive Connection & Assimilation Using Church Management Software: Expert Advice
• What effective assimilation looks like • High tech for high touch • Shopping for a new ChMS? 10 questions
Church Transportation
Selecting the Right Bus for Your Church
How to make sure you get the best, safest bus for your most precious cargo
Data-Driven Ministry
TECH-DRIVEN CHURCH
We’ve all heard the church is “10 years behind” when it comes to technology. But what if it was on the cutting edge?
STAYING CONNECTED BEYOND SUNDAY
Tried-and-true strategies — plus, how technology can come alongside your best efforts
How Data Can Drive Better Ministry
Your church management software is a treasure trove of actionable information … but only if you know how to mobilize it.
Finance
Church Financial Wellness
Debt management • Estate planning • Retirement • Compensation • Using credit responsibly • Emergency funds • Women & finances
Finances & Administration for Church Leaders
• Planning for retirement • The clergy housing allowance • Negotiating compensation • Pastoral relations committees • Disability insurance • The social security outlook •…
Lifetime Learning
MAKING DISTANCE LEARNING WORK
For busy pastors, it offers a flexible, efficient and cost-effective way to pursue an advanced degree. Here, five experts survey the landscape.
Equipping Pastors for Counseling
Church leaders are being called on to provide counseling for an ever-widening array of issues their members face. Are you prepared?
Leadership Development Options for Busy Church Leaders
Which skills are most in-demand today — and how can you make this training work for you?
Advancements in MDiv & DMin Training
For busy full-time church leaders, an MDiv or DMin degree might seem out of reach. Here’s the reality.
Mission: Accomplished
ADRIENNE WILLICH & ELIZABETH SHAUGHNEY: How the Archdiocese of Washington standardized reporting for 139 parishes, 63 schools & 4,500 staff
Getting on the same software page presented a big challenge for one of the country’s most historically significant archdioceses. But, the transition was surprisingly seamless.
JOEL GUTHRIE: Harnessing tech trends to drive real-world engagement, growth
A church planting family. Worship and youth leader. Audio engineering student. Impressive tech marketing career. It all makes Guthrie the ideal Church Engagement Podcast host.
JEFF WILSON & SEVERNS VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH: A heart for the ministry of building & construction
This huge project finished on time and under budget, all with an expanded scope. Here’s how.
TOM LUNAK & CALVARY CHAPEL FORT LAUDERDALE: An informed approach to refinancing drives church growth
When this large church's loan approached maturity a few years ago, Lunak knew exactly what to look for in a refinancing partner.
JOEL SIMS & WORD OF LIFE CHURCH: Leading a legacy
With $29.4 million in building projects completed, Word of Life's story started with a late pastor’s vision and culminated with his son’s own unique legacy.
ON THE MONEY
3 financial experts tackle church leaders' biggest challenges
Pastor-Friendly A/V
Pastor-Friendly Audio
Choosing the best mic for your message • Are your wireless mics illegal? • The REAL cost of audio equipment • Training the tech team
Risk Management
ADVANCEMENTS IN VOLUNTEER SCREENING
Proven strategies to keep your people safe — from recognizing red flags to re-screening practices, cost considerations, and navigating potentially sensitive conversations
STOP SEXUAL ABUSE
Child sexual abuse in ministry contexts: understanding the risk & devising an effective safety system
Protecting the Kids in Your Care
Expert advice for protecting the church’s children against sexual abuse and bullying — plus, how to mitigate internet-use risks
Disaster Recovery & Communications
Practical, expert advice for a scary subject
Church Security & Surveillance
Expert advice for helping to prevent — and, if necessary, respond to — a security emergency on your campus
Insurance Essentials
4 tips for increased church childcare safety • How to prevent theft, fraud & embezzlement • Cyber security & your church
