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Why Volunteers Will Leave Your Ministry

Volunteers will leave. It’s a reality of our ministry and no matter the reason it always hurts. However, the part that haunts us the most is not...

Why Nothing Seems To Change

Last week I was in Austria meeting with church leaders and what struck me was the similarity in some of the obstacles they faced. When it comes to...

Communication

4 Fool Proof Tips To Improving Your Speaking

A great speaker can change minds and hearts. He can capture the attention of many to create change. Unfortunately, mastering the art of speaking...

busyness

How To Handle A Hectic Schedule

There are weeks where I have to seriously think hard about what I’ve accomplished. It’s almost like I walk into the office on Monday and all of a...

How To Have Your Best Year Ever

Yesterday our parish had it’s annual offsite staff day. It’s an exercise going back years to help us get on the same page to create an amazing year...

How To Deal With Difficult Volunteers

One of the challenges in ministry is difficult people. Those difficult people can be an angry parent, over demanding pastor or an energetic teenager....

How To Start A Strong Small Group Program

Small groups work. They are where life change happens. Small groups are the place where teens form life long relationships. Small groups are the...

confirmation preparation

The 4 Keys To A Dynamic Confirmation Program

Confirmation preparation isn’t always a process people want to embrace. While it’s an important part of the Catholic (and other denominations) faith...