by Ralph Moore | Feb 9, 2024 | Church Health, Church Planting
Church planting takes a lot out of you. When we planted the second time, my wife set herself to see much less of me for the first year—she had learned the first time. The First Church Plant Much is written about the process, relationships, and structures...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 29, 2024 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Change is a constant in life, and the church is not immune to it. Staff changes within a church, whether due to retirement, relocation, or other reasons, can be a significant transition for any congregation. As leaders, it’s crucial to navigate these changes with...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 15, 2024 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Picture this: a shepherd hanging out with their sheep, making sure they’re safe, and heading in the right direction. As a pastor, this is what you do! It’s all about looking out for the people God has entrusted to your care, making sure they’re...
by Jeff Hoglen | Dec 28, 2023 | Book Review, Church Health
One of the books I read during my recent travels was Future Church: Seven Laws of Real Church Growth by Will Mancini. This was one that I could hardly put down with so many practical insights and nuggets of wisdom. Let’s talk about how churches grow and what...
by Jeff Hoglen | Dec 13, 2023 | Church Leadership
Hey, Church Planting Family! You know what they say, right? “78.6% of stats are made up on the spot.” Ha! That’s just a little humor for all my stat-loving friends out there – don’t get all ruffled now, it’s just a joke. But seriously, I...