Navigating the Lonely Waters As pastors, we're often seen as the rock of our communities — the steadfast leaders guiding our flock through life's storms. But who's there for us when the waves get rough? Recent studies, including one from Barna Group, have...
Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
My Monthly Trip to the Monastery
May 4, 2021
I’ve found that if I don’t get away about once a month and “clear my head” by refocusing and reprioritizing what’s on...
Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
7 Suggestions for Pastors When You Lose a Good Team Member
Apr 13, 2021
I have some suggestions for pastors (or leaders) when they lose a good team member. This post came to me the hard way....
Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
The Big Issue in Your Church
Apr 6, 2021
Before we begin, a quick reality check: all pastors struggle with leadership challenges. In a recent survey, over...
Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Pastoral Burnout
The 5% Rule
Mar 4, 2021
Dr. George Calver was the first appointed doctor for the United States Congress. He was hired in 1928 at a time when...
Church Health, Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
The Life of an Idea on a Healthy Team
Feb 18, 2021
A healthy team gives the potential for life to every idea. Every idea has a chance to live. Initially, there are no...
Church Health, Church Revitalization, Pastoral Burnout
How to Regain the Joy of Ministry
Feb 9, 2021
Tell me if this sounds familiar. Whenever I have to deal with a difficult problem in my church, I contemplate doing...
Self Care for the Tired Pastor
Nov 19, 2020
“Depending on what they are, our habits will either make us or break us. We become what we repeatedly do.” - Sean...
Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
The Biggest Barrier to Reaching Young Families Right Now
Sep 21, 2020
Empathy – The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Several years ago my wife became a stay at home...
Church Leadership, Coaching, Pastoral Burnout
4x4x4 Coaching Process: The Key To Helping Staff Lead At The Next Level
Sep 15, 2020
I’ve never met a Senior Pastor who didn’t have the ability to do an outstanding job leading their staff, but I have...
Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
7 Dangers for the Isolated Leader
Sep 11, 2020
I was coaching a pastor trying to help a church grow again. The previous pastor left town after a series of bad...
Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
Brian’s Productivity Rules
Sep 2, 2020
If you‘d like to get more done in less time, here are a number of my favorite time-saving tips, tricks, and hacks for...
Church Leadership, Coaching, Pastoral Burnout
Four Important Reminders for Pastors Dealing with Mental Health Issues
Aug 19, 2020
Mental health issues in general and burnout in particular are real issues for pastors and leaders as we minister in...
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