Fourteen years ago today I began my professional career in communications. Just five days after graduating with my Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications/Journalism from Truman State University, I started my first full-time job as ....
When was the last time you approached your church like a visitor? If possible, schedule a time to "shop" your church's frontline workers and volunteers. Do this to make sure your visitors have a welcoming ....
In today's world of rumor mills, lightning-fast communications and electronic resources, you probably should think carefully about trying to hold tight to any major announcements for the long term. It's a challenge, especially if more ....
I've got a friend who will not send a text message. If I text him, he'll read it and call me back. I kind of admire that. Emails and text messages and other forms of ....
If you're planning the perfect steak dinner for you and your spouse, where do you buy your steak? Walmart, where you can find an okay cut of meat in the bargain bin at a bargain ....
I think some of my best days are the days when I'm productive -- when I can look and see something I've created or helped create. At home, it's when I've worked in the yard ....
... communicate. That's it. Pretty simple. But it's AMAZING how many organizations -- churches, corporations, nonprofits, etc. -- fail miserably at what should be a simple task. (more…)
Q: How do we increase church attendance? A: Invite people. Q: What's the most effective social media strategy? A: A conversation. Q: How do you know what's working in a church and what isn't? A: ....
When people visit your church, give them these 6 free gifts: Unconditional love A safe place to worship A judgement-free experience A warm and welcoming atmosphere A message of Truth straight from the Word of ....
I learned a lesson from my oldest boy on Sunday. Our interim pastor preached about "impacting God's world" and he encouraged us to identify three people we can pray for daily -- people we can ....