Over my years of studying churches, I’ve watched for ways they recognize and honor volunteers – the folks who faithfully […]

Remember the adage about a fish? “Give someone a fish and they’ll eat for a day; teach them to fish […]

This blog and our podcasts have been a blessing to me, thanks to the insights and engagement from our readers […]

Easter is only 15 days away. If you’re feeling a little behind — you’re not alone.The good news? There’s still […]

Let’s be honest—ministry can feel like a test. Not in the “fill-in-the-blank” kind of way, but in the deep, heart-exposing, […]

I grew up in an evangelical Southern Baptist church in rural Illinois during the 1990s. From a young age, it […]

How many hours must a pastor work each week to satisfy the congregation? This question, often unspoken, hovers over many […]

Between the 4th and 6th centuries, early Christian ministers adopted distinctive attire, setting them apart from the people they shepherded. […]