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Leading a Generous Church: Building a Culture of Discipleship Through Giving
Generosity is more than funding church programs—it’s a spiritual practice that transforms lives and fuels discipleship. This blog explores how vision-driven storytelling, practical stewardship, and consistent culture-building can grow generosity in your church. Discover tools, strategies, and insights to cultivate a culture of open-handed living.
Empowering Small Group Leaders with Planning Center
Discover how Planning Center empowers small group leaders to simplify communication, attendance, and event planning. With tools like the Church Center app, organizing and connecting with your group has never been easier. Equip your ministry with the systems it needs to grow deeper in faith and stronger in community.
Your Website Is the Digital Lobby of Your Church—Are You Treating It That Way?
Your church’s website is often the first impression visitors have—long before they walk through your doors. If it's outdated or unclear, it could be turning people away. Learn how to create a digital lobby that’s just as welcoming and intentional as your Sunday morning experience.
Using Planning Center to Prepare for Fall Events
Fall ministry season is fast approaching, and Planning Center can help you stay organized without the overwhelm. From scheduling volunteers to managing registrations and sending follow-ups, it’s your all-in-one toolkit. Start early, plan smarter, and lead your events with clarity and confidence.
Hands-on, Hands-off, or Hands-in? Finding Your Leadership Balance in Ministry
Discover the difference between hands-on, hands-off, and hands-in leadership styles. Learn how to build trust, empower your team, and lead with clarity and presence. This guide helps you reflect on your leadership approach and make intentional shifts to unlock your team’s full potential.
The Ministry Dilemma: Balancing Maintenance and Growth
Discover how to balance maintenance and growth in your ministry. Learn when to stabilize systems and when to pursue fresh vision and innovation. This guide helps church leaders discern the right season and lead with clarity and purpose.
Planning Center Updates: What’s new this Summer 2025?
Planning Center’s Summer 2025 updates introduce powerful new tools for churches, including custom email senders, list management improvements, and facial gesture control in Music Stand. Enhancements span across People, Groups, Giving, and Workflows, streamlining admin tasks and boosting team collaboration. Explore all the new features designed to simplify and strengthen your ministry workflows
5 Leadership Lessons from ARC Conference that Transformed My Ministry Approach
Discover 5 powerful leadership lessons from ARC Conference that are reshaping digital ministry. From surrendering control to cultivating character over charisma, these insights challenge today’s ministry norms. Learn how to lead with humility, innovation, and prayerful alignment for lasting Kingdom impact.
Elevate Your Congregation's Engagement: Creating and Sharing Sermon Notes
Boost weekly engagement by creating and sharing sermon notes using YouVersion, Planning Center Publishing, and Church Center. This guide walks you through setting up interactive notes, linking them seamlessly, and promoting them for maximum impact. Help your congregation connect deeper with each message—before, during, and after Sunday.
5 Ways to Empower Your Staff and Volunteers
Empowering your church team starts with letting go of control and focusing on what matters most. Learn how to build trust, offer ownership, and equip your staff and volunteers with the tools they need to thrive. Discover five practical ways to create a stronger, more motivated ministry team.
The Sweet Spot of Service: Unleashing Gifts for Kingdom Impact
Discover how to create a thriving volunteer culture by aligning people with their spiritual gifts and passions. This blog explores tools like StrengthsFinder, DISC, and spiritual gifts assessments to help people serve with joy, not obligation. Build systems that foster ownership, belonging, and lasting impact in your church.
Systems That Stand the Test of Time
Discover how to build systems that outlast any one person or leadership style. This guide explores key principles for creating sustainable processes and recommends tools like Notion, Trello, and Monday.com to streamline your workflow. Design smarter systems that serve your team—today and in the future.