Everything important comes with a value offer. How about the value of Christianity? Follow up your Easter weekend by using Timothy Keller’s 12 thoughts on the uniqueness of Christianity in a series of weekend messages. The content would be appreciated by new believers as well as those who are longtime followers of Jesus.

How can our church engage people on Easter Sunday? On Easter Sunday, unchurched guests at your church will hope to hear something interesting and understandable. Tell the Resurrection story. Tell it with conviction, like your life, and theirs depends on it. Don’t try to be cute, clever, or innovative. Tell the meaning of the death and resurrection of Jesus in a clear, succinct manner.

What is one thing that helps disciple youth and adults in a distracted world? The nature of pastoral work is to help people avoid distraction and focus on practices that help them experience God. Spiritual disciplines require attentiveness, silence, meditation, a sense of awe and self-transcendence, everything that distractions war against.

Some churches have a waiting list of volunteers. What makes the difference? The need for volunteers never goes away in a church, nor does the lament over a lack of volunteers. But you can turn lament into laughter. Long-game volunteer recruiting builds relationships, shapes volunteer culture and thinks in terms of years.

What is the key to growth, leadership development, and discipleship in a rural church? In rural communities, relationships are not just an asset but the lifeblood that sustains a church—the advantage of multi-plex relationships.

What would be a practical small group study that would connect with people unfamiliar with the Bible? Are you planning on doing a small group study, a message series, or both this coming year? Consider You’ll Get Through This as your choice. The study will bring life to your congregation. They will have extra reason to invite unchurched friends and family to attend church. You will find that the content will enrich your soul.

How can a small or rural church participate in succession planning? Common questions about succession planning in a small or rural church.

Can succession planning be an option for a church board looking at the future of their church? Your pastor is happily serving your church. And the church is happy to have their pastor. In fact, the church couldn’t be in a better season. With everything so good, now is the best time to shape your church culture so that your pastor’s eventual succession will be as seamless as possible.

What is pastoral succession, and how could I plan one for our church? Pastoral transition is the most critical moment in the life of a congregation. Every church is unique. There is no one-size-fits-all for a succession plan, especially in a solo pastor church. Working with a church coach will help craft your plan.

How do I balance fruitfulness and the health of myself and my team during the hectic Christmas season? This year, prepare for Christmas and the team helping you. Begin with the end in mind that will make this Christmas your most fruitful ever without burning out your team or congregation.

How can I give a salvation invitation every Sunday of the year? Here are practical steps to give salvation invitations every Sunday of the year.

Why is working with a team in vision development so important? We know that pastors seeking to do God’s will don’t want a simplistic, formulaic plan that requires no spiritual fervour or biblical depth. You want to see God do something only He can do.

How can I sustain momentum over the summer holidays? Seven ideas and outlines for a summer series. Pray over them, make one your own, and expect God to use speakers and subjects to meet people where they are.

What habits should I develop to be a good team builder? There are no problems we cannot solve together and very few that we can solve by ourselves. The truth is that teamwork is at the heart of great ministry.

I'm feeling overwhelmed by challenges. Where can I turn for help? Every pastor faces three challenges. Each one is big. Sometimes, all three will gang up on you on the same day. The nature of your ministry will be changed in these crucial moments, and you can ensure the changes are for the best.

How could our church support local athletes and share the gospel? First Assembly in Medicine Hat has become one of the most highly engaged Canadian churches in chaplaincy to a local sports team. The WHL Tigers organization trusts the church as a partner in the development of their young men. Players in the WHL (ages 16-20) live away from home, balance hockey and school, and face pressure that their peers wouldn’t understand, but they appreciate mentoring with no strings attached.

Can community service transform a congregation? Mill Creek Christian Assembly became like family to Ukrainian refugees. Congregants opened their homes in 2022 as more and more displaced families arrived.

Feeling overwhelmed? You are not alone. Cut yourself some slack. You are a frontline worker. Pastors are on the frontlines every week, dealing with other people’s issues as well as those in your immediate family. And the unrealistic expectations that others place on you add to the overwhelm.