Edwin Hooper photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Once the coronavirus quarantines end, if given a choice as to what should be reopened immediately, Americans want small group in homes and religious gatherings at the top of the list. A new poll on reopening society from pollster Scott Rasmussen gave registered U.S. voters a list … Continue reading “Americans Say Connecting in Homes, Churches Top Priorities for Reopening Society”
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7 Top Concerns of Pastors During COVID-19
Andrea Piacquadio photo – Pexels By Aaron Earls When Lifeway Research spoke with pastors about how the coronavirus was impacting their church, they also asked: “As pastor, what are the pressure points you are feeling most right now? In what ways could you most use support?” Here are the seven most common responses and some … Continue reading “7 Top Concerns of Pastors During COVID-19”
A Prayer for Pastors and Churches During a Pandemic
nega photo – Unsplash By P.K. Spratt Allow me to share two stanzas from the classic hymn, The Church’s One Foundation: 1 The Church’s one foundation is Jesus Christ, her Lord; she is his new creation by water and the Word: from heav’n he came and sought her to be his holy bride; with his … Continue reading “A Prayer for Pastors and Churches During a Pandemic”
5 Steps for Serving Those with Special Needs in Times of Crisis
Nathan Anderson photo – Unsplash By Jamie Sumner My son Charlie is in first grade. He attends a public school and desperately misses his friends and his teachers as we shelter in place during this COVID-19 crisis. Charlie also has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair to move and a speaking device to communicate. And … Continue reading “5 Steps for Serving Those with Special Needs in Times of Crisis”
6 Needs to Anticipate When Your Church Begins to Gather Again
John Price photo – Unsplash By Kevin Freeman It may be difficult to imagine right now, but the glorious day is coming when God’s people will again be able to gather—physically—to worship together. How can your church help make that a success? For starters, you’ll have to quit wearing pajama bottoms. What else should you … Continue reading “6 Needs to Anticipate When Your Church Begins to Gather Again”
5 Ways to Grow Stronger During the Pandemic
Heather Ford photo – Unsplash By Craig Thompson The coronavirus pandemic clogs all of our news outlets and consumes our thoughts. As pastors, COVID-19 has affected nearly everything we do, which includes the ways we minister. However, not everything about these days has to be negative. My family has decided to make it our goal … Continue reading “5 Ways to Grow Stronger During the Pandemic”
10 Ministry Idols Exposed by COVID-19
Jametlene Reskp photo – Unsplash By Joy Allmond The pandemic is forcing churches to do ministry differently and find new ways to reach people. But it’s also teaching us about ourselves and exposing weaknesses in our ministries. We asked several church leaders, “What are some ministry idols you see being exposed by COVID-19?” Here’s what … Continue reading “10 Ministry Idols Exposed by COVID-19”
What We Can Learn From the Apostle Paul About Our Current Situation
Lucas Favre photo – Unsplash By Matt Henslee Amid this season of COVID-19, at Mayhill Baptist, we’ve been making our way through 2 Timothy, a journey we started in January. This past Sunday, we landed on 2 Timothy 4:6-8 for a drive-in service complete with a baptism, wind rivaling that of Acts 2:2, and yet … Continue reading “What We Can Learn From the Apostle Paul About Our Current Situation”
What Your Church Must Know Before Reopening Your Building
Kristina Paparo photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Pastors and church leaders faced difficult decisions when most ended normal, physical congregational gatherings in March due to the COVID-19 crisis. As some states begin to lift stay-at-home restrictions, church leaders again face difficult decisions about gathering again. There are numerous needs to consider and questions to … Continue reading “What Your Church Must Know Before Reopening Your Building”
How to Effectively Deploy Other Church Leaders for Ministry During COVID-19
By Dr. Craig Webb For pastors, stay-at-home regulations haven’t meant less work, less stress, or more rest. Many have been forced make a hard and sudden pivot to provide online-only worship, virtual group connections, creative pastoral care, and innovative community ministry. And without help, pastors are at risk of neglecting their primary calling of prayer … Continue reading “How to Effectively Deploy Other Church Leaders for Ministry During COVID-19”