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TACKLING THE VOLUNTEER SHORTAGE: BUILDING A CULTURE BEYOND THE PULPIT

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best practices

TACKLING THE VOLUNTEER SHORTAGE: BUILDING A CULTURE BEYOND THE PULPIT

Discover strategies to tackle volunteer shortages by building a lasting culture of engagement beyond immediate needs in your parish ministry.

Christopher Wesley Jun 18, 2025
best practices for leadership

AI, THE CHURCH, AND WHY MINISTRY LEADERS SHOULD PAY ATTENTION

Explore how AI can transform ministry work, offering solutions while addressing ethical, cultural, and environmental concerns, through the lens of...

Christopher Wesley Jun 16, 2025
church leadership

WANT BETTER FORMATION? TALK TO SOMEONE WHO'S NEVER BEEN TO YOUR CHURCH

Reimagine faith formation by listening to voices outside your church. Build empathy, expand outreach, and create meaningful connections.

Christopher Wesley Jun 11, 2025
best practices for leadership

THE HARDEST PART OF ASKING FOR HELP IN MINISTRY (AND HOW TO DO IT ANYWAY)

Learn how to overcome the fear of asking for help in ministry by focusing on vision, value, and team effort, and avoid common pitfalls.

Christopher Wesley Jun 5, 2025
Communication

WHEN SOMEONE SHARES SOMETHING DIFFICULT: HOW TO RESPOND PASTORALLY

Guidance on how to respond with care and compassion when someone shares something difficult, emphasizing the importance of listening and thoughtful...

Christopher Wesley Jun 3, 2025
community building

HOW DO WE ENGAGE TEENS WHO DON’T COME TO CHURCH?

Engage people by stepping into their world. Build a culture of connection through presence, celebrating their wins, and rethinking parish priorities.

Christopher Wesley May 28, 2025
family ministry

PARENTS DON’T NEED ANOTHER CATECHISM LESSON—THEY NEED A COMMUNITY

Parents need authentic community and connection, not just more religious programs. Discover how churches can better support parents.

Christopher Wesley May 27, 2025
boundaries in ministry

YOU WORK FOR THE CHURCH—BUT WHO’S MINISTERING TO YOU?

Discover practical ways ministry leaders can stay spiritually healthy and avoid burnout while effectively leading others in the Church.

Christopher Wesley May 22, 2025
calendars

REDEEMING THE PARISH CALENDAR MEETING: HOW TO PLAN THE YEAR WITHOUT LOSING YOUR SOUL

Transform your parish calendar meetings into purposeful planning sessions focused on mission, collaboration, and clear, shareable results.

Christopher Wesley May 19, 2025
managing volunteers

ONE WAY TO RE-ENGAGE A VOLUNTEER WHO GHOSTED YOU

Learn how to re-engage volunteers who have ghosted with a compassionate, no-pressure approach to keep them connected and valued.

Christopher Wesley May 15, 2025
best practices youth ministry

3 WAYS TO KNOW IF YOUR PROGRAM IS ACTUALLY MAKING DISCIPLES

Learn how to identify whether your youth ministry is creating true disciples by looking for signs of faith ownership, service, and deep questioning.

Christopher Wesley May 12, 2025
attendance

THE REAL MINISTRY METRICS THAT MATTER (SPOILER: IT’S NOT ATTENDANCE)

Discover the real metrics that reveal ministry health, focusing on consistency, conversation depth, and leadership transfer over mere attendance...

Christopher Wesley May 7, 2025
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