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Children’s Ministry Volunteers That Stick
Church leaders often confuse “talking” with “training.” We tell people what they should do, and think that’s enough….but it’s not.…
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Do You Feel Alone in Ministry?
in Lead on“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work. If one falls down, his friend…
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Your Equipping Team Culture Doesn’t Have to Be Corny
in Lead onOur church stewardship team is growing corn. Even if your congregation was located in southern Illinois (like mine), this statement…
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Make Safety Fun: Here’s a Fresh Idea
in Sunday School onHere’s a fresh approach to getting those dastardly background checks, permission forms, and volunteer paperwork done all at once! Host…
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Tips to Safeguard Your Church Against Counseling Misconduct
in Sunday School onToday’s topic is a serious one. As someone who has seen churches destroyed and careers ruined as a result of…
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3 Tips for “Above-Average” Leaders
in Lead onChrist calls us to live an “above average” life; a life of influence and impact. The reality is average, status-quo,…
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Five Factors to Consider Before Your October Family Event
in Sunday School onI have attended, planned, or served at more than 20 harvest/Halloween events over the years! I’ve dressed up—or dressed my…
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Macrotrend in Church Safety: An employee criminal background check is now routine for church volunteers who work with children
in Sunday School onSafety First should be the byword of every church ministry that deals with children. Carefully screening volunteers and employees before…
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Background Checks Communicate that Kids are Important
in Sunday School onJack Anderson (not his name) thought it could never happen — at least not at his church. The color drained…