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Managing Multiple Ministries as a Church Admin

If you're a church administrator supporting multiple ministries or pastors, you know the balancing act can feel a bit like spinning plates—on a tightrope—during a windstorm. From youth event logistics and sermon series slides, to email inboxes, benevolence requests, and building schedules, your to-do list might span every department. So how do you stay effective (and sane) while supporting ...

Should Your Youth Group Host Its Own Retreat or Attend a Large Conference?

Youth ministry leaders often face a pivotal decision: Should we create and host our own student retreat, or should we join a larger conference put on by a denomination or national ministry organization? Both paths offer unique opportunities for spiritual growth, relationship building, and fun—but each also comes with its own challenges. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons to help your c...

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Should Your Church Invest in Original Worship Music?

In today’s worship culture, it’s easy to be inspired by churches that are consistently writing and releasing original music. Their songs resonate deeply within their communities and often spread far beyond them. It’s a beautiful picture—and one that naturally leads other churches to ask: Should we be doing that too? The short answer? Maybe. Writing and introducing original worship music...

Refreshing the Sanctuary: Blending Tradition with Modern Worship

For churches with older or more traditional sanctuaries, the challenge of transitioning into a space that supports modern worship can feel daunting. High ceilings, pews, stained glass, and pipe organs were built for a different era—but that doesn’t mean they’re obsolete. In fact, there’s incredible beauty and spiritual weight in worshiping where generations have encountered God. ...

Why the Details Matter (Even If No One Notices)

In the world of church production and worship, the best Sundays often go unnoticed. The lights transition smoothly, the lyrics appear on time, the sound is clean, and the worship flows without distraction. Ironically, when everything works as it should, most people don’t say a word—they’re too focused on worshiping, listening, or praying. But when something breaks or misses the mark, it can ...

Don’t Reinvent Easter: Preach the Resurrection

Easter Sunday is one of the most attended Sundays of the year in many churches. It's the day when pews fill up with families, seekers, and people who might not have stepped foot in a church in months—or years. With this influx of visitors, it’s understandable that pastors and church teams feel the pressure to "wow" the crowd: new stage designs, creative sermon angles, or a dramatic reinvention...

Introducing Lent in Evangelical Churches: A Fresh Invitation to Spiritual Depth

For many evangelical Protestant churches, Lent has traditionally been viewed as a “Catholic thing,” or perhaps as a foreign or unnecessary ritual. But in recent years, more and more churches from non-liturgical traditions are beginning to rediscover the spiritual richness that Lent can offer. If your church has never observed Lent before, you don’t need to adopt centuries of tradition overni...

Praise Choruses: The Modern Hymn

As worship leaders, our calling is more than leading music—it's about guiding people into meaningful encounters with God. In the ever-evolving world of modern worship, it's easy to feel pressure to stay current, to always bring the newest songs to our congregations. And while introducing fresh music is important, there's a beautiful power in looking back—especially when we include small, recog...

The Pros and Cons of Family Services for Easter

Resurrection Sunday is one of the most significant events in the Christian calendar, drawing families and individuals to churches around the world. When planning Easter church services, one important consideration is whether to offer family-friendly services with limited or no childcare options. While such services can create opportunities for families to worship together, they also present challe...

Choosing the Right Church Management Software

Church management software (ChMS) has become an essential tool for church administrators striving for efficiency and organization. The right software can streamline operations, enhance communication, and foster better engagement within the congregation. However, with numerous options available, it’s crucial to understand the key considerations before making a decision. Here’s what church admin...

Fun and Effective Children’s Ministry Volunteer Training

Every children’s pastor wants to see their volunteers feel confident, equipped, and excited about serving in kids’ ministry. A well-planned training seminar can make all the difference by providing practical tools, fostering relationships, and infusing fresh energy into your team. Below are seven tips to help you create a memorable and impactful volunteer training event. ...

Hospitality in Worship?

As followers of Christ, we’re called to love and serve others. One of the most profound ways we do this in the church is by practicing hospitality. While hospitality often brings to mind prayer teams, coffee stations, and friendly greeters, it’s essential to recognize that the work of music and production teams plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and inviting atmosphere for everyone who...

Building a Music Team Sustainably

As a music director in a small church, you may find yourself inspired—and perhaps a bit overwhelmed—by the incredible worship teams showcased by large churches. Their polished sound, expansive resources, and professional production can set a high bar. But here’s the truth: your church’s music team doesn’t need to look or sound like those big churches to make a meaningful impact. ...

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Custom Countdown | ProPresenter in 5(ish) Minutes

This “ProPresenter in 5-minutes” series is hosted by Josh Tarp, Motion Worship Creative Director, worship leader, and music director from Minneapolis, MN. In this collection of concise tutorials you will learn about the ProPresenter interface, how to customize slides, build a library of songs, compile a full church service, and tons more! In this specific video tutorial, Josh will walk ...

What to Consider When Redesigning Your Church’s Website

You’ve probably heard it said before, but your website is your church’s new front door. Especially in the post-Covid age of virtual Sunday streaming, your website is the place people go to get to know more about your community and to see if it’s the right fit for them. It’s important that your website makes it clear to visitors who you are, what you’re about, and what kind of person you ...

How to Find the Perfect Name for Your Church Plant

So you’re planting a church? This almost certainly was not a decision made lightly, or without months if not years of prayer and discernment. As you start to organize all of the details for your launch, you’re going to need a name, and you’re not going to want to phone it in. Your name is your church’s first impression. It sets the tone for how you take up space in the mind of your communi...

A Pastor’s Guide to Effective Sunday Morning Huddles

Conducting a successful Sunday morning service week after week requires intentional planning and coordination of numerous volunteers. With so many moving parts and on such a tight timeline, holding a Sunday morning huddle is a great tool for setting the morning off on the right foot. A huddle is a dedicated time before the service where volunteers come together to prepare, connect, and align their...

How to Engage Volunteers for One-Time Projects

In the life of a vibrant church community, there are often special, one-time projects that require the energy and dedication of volunteers. Whether it's setting up for a special event, lending a hand at Vacation Bible School (VBS), or participating in a community service excursion, these projects, though not recurring, are important parts for fostering community engagement and spreading goodwill b...

How to Nail Content for Your Church’s Social Media

Social media has become a powerful tool for churches to connect with their congregations and reach the wider community. Most churches, however, don’t use social media to its full potential. What if, instead of just using your social platforms to share updates and post event flyers, you could actively deepen your community, reach new people who need encouragement, and share God’s truth and love...

How To Structure a Newcomers Class for Church Membership

Every church congregant goes through certain phases— first, they may just be visiting. If they stick around, they’ll probably attend casually and anonymously for a while. After a little bit, as they feel more belonging and investment in your community, it’s important to give these newcomers the opportunity to take a more concrete step in becoming an active participant in and member of the co...