Having been a church planter twice, I understand the unique challenges facing planters. They are constantly struggling with leadership issues, finances and simply knowing what to do next. I’d love to offer a word of encouragement for church planters.Recently I had a...
Recently, I received an email with a question about vision and I thought I’d share it with you. Many pastors seem to...
Today more than ever, we have bi-vocational, co-vocational, and even multi-vocational pastors and church planters....
The best ideas in an organizational setting often come by getting a group together and searching for new ideas or ways...
In the book Elemental Leaders, we identify 4 critical elements every effective leader must exercise: Integrity,...
This feels like we’re experiencing a biblical plague. Well, maybe it’s not a plague, but it is a difficult time for...
Multiple voices have articulated a burden for this area, and they are no longer distant and inaudible. Many of these...
How do you start a small group ministry? Janie Sjogren shares the nuts and bolts of small group ministry in this quick...
How should a church planter spend his/her time? What should be their priority? Steve Sjogren shares the answer in less...
I run into people regularly who openly wonder how to lead others in the realm of outreaches. "If we are walking in the...
Over the years we’ve launched just under 70 churches from our own. Those congregations have planted others and the...
We are starting a new feature on the Churchplanting.com website. Through the upcoming months, we will spotlight church...
I like to read articles from leaders who want to be as efficient but simple as possible, so here is my shot at some...
Jeff and I are big fans of quotes. For communicators, a powerful quote that’s well placed will stir your listeners and/or readers. The following are some of our favorites — in fact this is a just a small part of several thousand on hand. Perhaps more quote books will follow… — God’s best to you and your communication gifts — may these be powerful tools in your hands! – Steve Sjogren