Notable Voices and the Week in Review: October 13, 2018

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Notable Voices and the Week in Review: October 13, 2018

From Around the Web:

What Changes with a Move from a Church of 50 to a Church of 150 — Sam Rainer

One common pastoral transition is to move from a church of fifty congregants to a church of one hundred fifty. I won’t get into whether a pastor should make this move or not. Let’s assume the move is God’s will. What changes should this pastor expect? The question recently came through Church Answers Central, a forum I help administrate, and I thought it made for a good post.

3 Characteristics of Scrappy Churches — Facts & Trends

Church leaders and church members sense the shadow of the larger churches over them. They see their young families move to the churches that have ministries and programs for their children and teenagers. They see the newer, even cooler, buildings of the larger churches. They see it. They sense it.  They know it.  Is there hope? Do these smaller churches have any path forward? Can the smaller and mid-sized church survive in the world seemingly dominated by larger churches and megachurches? The answer to the question is an absolute “yes.”

3 Unconventional Ways to Appreciate Your Pastor — Katie Orr

It’s pastor appreciation month, and while baked goods, tie trinkets, and gift cards are usually welcomed (though not expected!) your pastor may be blessed by something a bit out of the box this year.

25 Ways to Honor Your Pastor During Pastor Appreciation Month — Chuck Lawless

I’m deeply grateful for pastors, and I think every month ought to be Pastor Appreciation Month. For this annual month of appreciation, though, here are some ideas to say “Thanks” and “We love you.” Maybe you, your family, your small group, or your congregation can provide these gifts:

This Week at ThomRainer.com:

One of the Most Destructive Statements a Church Member Can Make

The statement is one of the most insidious, destructive, and ungodly statements a member can make. There is nothing good that can come from this statement. Just look at some of the implications of this attitude:READ MORE

The Seven Traits of a Healthy Church Leader

The seven traits presume foundational issues such as an affirmation of the truthfulness of the Bible, the exclusivity of the gospel, and the work of the Holy Spirt. Emanating from these foundational issues are key leadership traits…READ MORE