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Asset Mapping: Empowering Churches to Serve Their Communities
Asset Mapping Introduction In today's relationship-challenged world, churches play a vital role in building community, offering support,...
Keith Haney
Jun 263 min read


Building Connections Through Empathy and Understanding
The importance of building connections has never been more vital than in today's fast-paced world, where technology frequently replaces...
Keith Haney
Jun 204 min read


Strategic Staffing Approaches for Dual-Parish Churches to Flourish
In today's evolving landscape, multi-point or dual-parish churches have unique chances to deepen their connections with the communities...
Keith Haney
May 274 min read


How to Energize Your Volunteer Recruitment Efforts: Personal Stories and Strategies for Church Leaders
Recruiting volunteers may seem overwhelming, especially for church leaders with many responsibilities. However, with the right...
Keith Haney
Mar 34 min read


Art of Faithful Stewardship: A Groundbreaking Approach for Ministry Leaders
Ministry leaders must steward their resources wisely if they want to make a lasting impact on their communities. Faithful stewardship...
Keith Haney
Jan 273 min read


10 Strategies for Churches to Meaningfully Engage in Campus Ministry
Campus ministry is a vital aspect of church outreach, providing spiritual support and community for students navigating the challenges of...
Keith Haney
Jan 174 min read


Redeploying Resources: A New Chapter for Congregations
Redeployment is a step towards a new beginning.
Keith Haney
Dec 20, 20242 min read


How to Connect with Christmas Visitors at Your Church Holiday Services
The Christmas season is a wonderful time to welcome new faces to your church. Many people are more open to attending services during the...
Keith Haney
Dec 12, 20244 min read


How Prepared Are You to Welcome First-Time Visitors?
It was a chilly Sunday morning when Sarah visited a new church in her neighborhood. She had recently moved to the city and felt lonely,...
Keith Haney
Aug 20, 20244 min read


5 Tips for Hosting a Memorable Friendship Sunday Event
The Origin of Friendship Sunday Church Friendship Sunday is a special event celebrated by many Christian congregations to foster...
Keith Haney
Jul 30, 20243 min read


Does Your Church Have a Clear, Compelling Vision?
Some people hate the term vision, and I get that. So, call it whatever you like: vision, ministry direction, ministry plan, but do you...
Keith Haney
Jul 23, 20243 min read


Exploring the Four Sunday School Models: Which One is Right for Your Church?
Sunday schools aim to fulfill a multifaceted purpose, including reaching out to people of all ages, teaching biblical lessons, winning...
Keith Haney
Jul 9, 20244 min read


Rethinking Sunday School: Strategies for Revitalizing Programs and Engaging Today's Youth
One of the most pressing questions the church is asking today is, “Can Sunday school programs live again?” What is driving this inquiry...
Keith Haney
Jun 25, 20243 min read


"The Power of Compassion: How the Church Fosters a Community that Cares"
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it” (Hebrews 13:2)....
Keith Haney
May 1, 20243 min read


"How to Reconnect with Inactive Members and Revitalize Your Community"
"When people choose to withdraw far from a fire, the fire continues to give warmth, but they grow cold. When people choose to withdraw...
Keith Haney
Apr 3, 20247 min read


"3 Tips for Crafting an Impactful Digital First Impression"
In a letter to the editor, a churchgoer complained that going to church every Sunday made no sense. The letter reads: “I’ve gone to...
Keith Haney
Feb 12, 20244 min read


When No One Notices, God Does!
37 "Then those who are righteous will reply to him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you a drink? 38...
Keith Haney
Oct 24, 20232 min read


Reaching Young People Through the Noise of Culture
Ken Davis shared this experiment: We conducted a three-phase investigation at Rockford College and used over 100 college graduates...
Keith Haney
Jul 31, 20236 min read


What to Expect From Generation Z?
Let us start this discussion by clarifying what constitutes Generation Z and how they differ from Millennials: Generation Z are people...
Keith Haney
Jul 28, 20233 min read


The Worship Attendance Numbers Are Lying To You?
There is much conversation in my church right now about whether we are a declining church body and whether or not we will survive this...
Keith Haney
Jul 11, 20235 min read
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