How does your church know when to resist change and when to embrace it? This theme shows how the apostle Paul changed his methods according to context while keeping the gospel message pure. This theme also includes a church checkup to help your church evaluate its need to change, and...

Change is integral to any ministry, but, as any church leader can attest, it is very rarely received without resistance. Change is difficult and it is often scary. An effective leader must anticipate the concerns that may arise and communicate the change in such a way that will ease the...

While the core beliefs of our churches remain the same, leaders and ministries are in constant flux. These articles can help leaders master the different seasons of ministries with grace and skill.Table of Contents:Leader's ProgressThese five pastors have learned from experience that change is integral to ministry.by Leadership JournalGrowing PainsWhen...

How do you know if your church is ready for change, or if it needs to? This collection of assessments helps you and your leaders make these decisions. Use these tools to figure out of your church need change, if you're ready for it, how to present it, and how...

Change can be a time of excitement and revitalization for a church. To make the leadership transitions in your church smooth and positive, use these handouts when a staff member leaves and a new leader comes to your congregation. Prepare now so that future transitions will benefit, not harm, your...

Transitions are a necessary part of life and ministry. We are called to follow God wherever he leads us, and sometimes this takes people to new challenges and opportunities. But these transitions are an absolutely crucial time for both the departing leader and those left behind. If they are handled...

Create a women's ministry that does more than entertain.Too many women’s ministries focus on just providing fun and entertaining events for women. They often operate as a social coordinator for the women of the church rather than as something that can bring lasting change to whomever is involved. This 37-page...

This pack features 6 quality assessment tools from the Unity in Diversity, Trends & Culture, Becoming Outward-Focused, and Connecting Newcomers Training Themes. To reach your community, you need to understand those around you. What are their needs? Struggles? Theology? Use these handouts with your team to think about how your...

This pack features 8 quality assessment tools from the Decision Making, Managing Change, Strategic Planning, and Vision Training Themes. Use these tools with your team to help direct them through the tough process of change, including handling growth, adding a new ministry, or enacting a new vision and direction. Each...