What to Expect if You’re a Church’s First Millennial Pastor — Sam Rainer
My post this weekend will be on why Millennials pastors are hesitant to take jobs at established churches. While that is often the case, several Millennials still do. So what should you expect if you do? Sam provides four simple tips.
How I Learned to Embrace the Stand and Greet Time — Tim Challies
With the recent viral post on stand and greet time in churches, many asked for a defense of the practice. Look no further than this article from Tim.
Gladness & Sincerity — Or Not! — Shawn E. Thomas
In a counterpoint to Challies, Shawn gets to the root of why so many might dislike the stand and greet time: the lack of authenticity is seems to exude.
Why Aspiring Ministers Should Avoid Student Loan Debt — Art Rainer
Rising student loan debt is quickly becoming one of the greatest stressors for college grads. And many prospective ministers are dealing with the same when trying to continue their theological education. Art shows why this should be avoided if at all possible.
Strength to Lead Grows through Resistance — Eric McKiddie
Like weightlifting, our leadership skills often grow through times of resistance.
Designing Worship Spaces with Millennials in Mind — Barna Group
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Published on November 13, 2014 03:00