As church leaders, we often hear many good ideas to further the mission of the church. The trick is determining which ideas are the best.
Leadership is an interdependent mixture of intuition, experience, and inspiration. When it comes to modern leadership, here are some obstacles that get in the way.
Explore the characteristics of strategic leadership. Who models this on your church's team?
Not everyone carries the same vision for the church that you do.
If you ask a second chair leader what he or she “does,” you may hear a long list of tasks. But what if you ask about their greatest contribution to the organization?
When teaching church leadership, there are specific qualities in leaders which should exist or be formulated.
Excellent communication is a highly desired talent in the American church. Most pastors seek to be great communicators yet unfortunately, many pulpits are void of compelling and effective communication.
Discover how friendship is a key to creating community in your church.
How do we get from the church assessment to the implementation of a new church culture?
Who are those in your potential congregation? Where do you find them?
What is the driving purpose of the church?
It is vital for Christ-followers to do life together.
Discover how George W. Bullard's book, Captured by Vision, could impact your ministry team.
Names can indicate character or destiny. They project parents’ fondest hopes and dreams for their sons and daughters.
So your church has a vision statement? Good for you. Now what are you doing about making it come alive?
Are you courageous? How do the daily choices you make reflect this quality?
There has to be something deeper that drives you to keep going.
This book directly ties leadership skills to the greatest commandment as explained by Jesus.
What leadership styles do you have in your church?
If your church wants to welcome poor or working class families, you may want to consider providing meals with your classes and activities.
