Even though yesterday was Mother’s Day (and we had a Big Day at The Journey), I recently got a great report from Aaron Johnson, Lead Pastor of Life Point Church in Washington, PA, and a member of my current Senior Pastor Tele-Coaching Network. He gave me permission to share what God is doing in their church: Hey Nelson, just wanted … Read More
Within a Yard of Hell – A Saturday Quote
“Some wish to live within the sound of a chapel bell; I wish to run a rescue mission within a yard of hell.” — C.T. Studd
Small Groups Pastor Wanted @ The Journey Church in NYC
I’m looking for just the right “A” player to fill a key pastoral position here at The Journey Church! We’re looking for a Groups/Teaching Pastor to join our team – Don’t apply unless you love semester-based groups & my book Activate! However, if you’re passionate about groups and willing to devote yourself to “giving the people of New York City the … Read More
My (Non-Book) Reading List, Part 4
Time for the next installment of my “non-book” reading list. You can read Post 1, Post 2, and Post 3 – and here is today’s “non-book” reading selection: ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY Wait, don’t trash me in the comments section just yet! This magazine is glossy and the covers are occasionally racy (hence, no photo this week) but we are a pop culture driven society. This magazine arrives … Read More
Learn to “Win” – Book Recommendation Video for Church Leaders
In this month’s book recommendation video, I’d like to tell you about a book called “Win” by Frank Luntz. This book – which outlines many of the winning principles of successful businesspeople, politicians, even athletes – will help you identify areas of improvement in your leadership and your church.. Here’s the video: This Month’s Book Recommendation: Win by Frank Luntz … Read More
3 Things Every Worship Pastor Needs from their Senior Pastor
It’s Jason Hatley again, Pastor of Worship Arts at The Journey Church and Founder of Worship Leader Insights. Last week we started a quick 2-week series on the Pastor / Worship Pastor Relationship by talking about what every Pastor needs from their Worship Pastor. This week we turn the tables and I want to talk to Pastors about what your … Read More
Communication – How to Help Your Staff Help You Make Decisions
Communication is an area where every church I know has room for improvement. This is especially true when it comes to leading your staff. Here’s a reminder for you: The people on your staff don’t know what you need unless you tell them what you need. Case in point – I recently noticed a small trend on our staff and … Read More
The Cause of Stress – A Saturday Quote
“Much of the stress that people feel doesn’t come from having too much to do. It comes from not finishing what they’ve started.” — David Allen – Management Consultant, Trainer, and Author
Free Webinar: The Top 3 Worship Planning Mistakes – This Week!
I just found out that Jason Hatley (Pastor of Worship Arts at The Journey and Founder of WorshipLeaderInsights.com) is hosting a FREE Webinar designed for BOTH Pastors and Worship Leaders in just a few days (next Tuesday and Thursday). You’re invited to Register Now for the The Top 3 Worship Planning Mistakes Webinar. Two Dates to Choose from: Tuesday, May … Read More
My (Non-Book) Reading List, Part 3
Hope you’re enjoying this new series of posts about what I read besides books. You can read Post 1 and Post 2 – and here is today’s “non-book” reading selection: WALL STREET JOURNAL SATURDAY EDITION The weekend edition of the Wall Street Journal is a recent addition to my reading palette but I’m loving it! The daily edition of the Journal has never … Read More