A quick disclaimer, the church I serve is currently not growing. I believe we have most of the ingredients to grow a healthy church, but we don’t have the exact recipe. And, here’s the thing, when it comes to church growth, you have to get everything right to even give yourself a chance. Now it’s Continue Reading
Did you know that on average 15% of your congregation will no longer be attending your church next year? This happens for a variety of reasons. Some people move away, some people switch churches, and some people just stop going to church altogether. So, if you’re not finding a way to replace these people, your Continue Reading
How long should the average pastor stay at one church? I saw that question asked on Facebook recently, and I was surprised by the variety of answers. Some thought a pastor should move on after just a few years to keep things fresh, while others thought a pastor should stay 5-7 years at a minimum. Continue Reading