It’s that time of the year again. When the two top teams from the NFL compete for the title of Super Bowl Champion! In keeping with that time-honored tradition, we too wanted to be part of the Super Bowl fever and create our own mini Super Bowl! So here it is. We decided to look over our resources that have … Read More
Mastering the Management Buckets
In Mastering the Management Buckets, John Pearson brings 30 years of CEO experience and a heart for Christian leaders to the table by outlining the 20 essential areas that must be mastered to become a great manager. I am not exaggerating when I say that this is the best book on Church Management that I’ve read in over a decade, … Read More
New Small Groups Tele-Coaching Network
This is Kerrick Thomas – Executive/Teaching Pastor at The Journey Church. I’m writing to you today because I want you to be aware of a special tele-coaching opportunity for your Small Groups Pastor or for the staff person you have leading small groups at your church. In just a few weeks (on Thursday, February 26) I’m kicking off our first … Read More
Q&A: How Do I talk about Preview Services?
Question: How do you pitch preview services best. I’m clear on not using the terminology “preview service” or “practice service”. Do you go with like a “try it before you buy it” or “test drive” theme? Any advise on how you advertise this and personally invite? Kerrick Thomas my co-author on Launch:Starting A New Church from Scratch answers: First of … Read More
Year End Giving Letter
A lot of blog readers have asked me for my 2008 Year End Giving letter which will be mailed this month to everyone who gave to our church in 2008. I just finished it so I’m posting it here for you to download: YEAR END GIVING LETTER This is ‘my draft’ it will be posted on Letterhead and typeset by … Read More
Lessons Learned – Final Thoughts (Tim Ferriss)
This week I’ve been sharing some “Lessons Learned in 2008” from Tim Ferriss, one of my favorite authors and bloggers. Here’s some final thoughts: “You don’t have to recoup losses the same way you lose them. Adversity doesn’t build character; it reveals it. Related: Money doesn’t change you; it reveals who you are when you no longer have to be … Read More
Lessons Learned – Part 3 (Tim Ferriss)
This week I’m sharing some “Lessons Learned in 2008” from Tim Ferriss, one of my favorite authors and bloggers. Here’s the one more: “You’re never as bad as they say you are. My agent used to send me every blog or media hit for The 4-Hour Workweek. Eight weeks after publication, I asked him to only forward me positive mentions … Read More
Lessons Learned – Part 2 (Tim Ferriss)
This week I’m sharing some “Lessons Learned in 2008” from Tim Ferriss, one of my favorite authors and bloggers. Here’s another one: “It doesn’t matter how many people don’t get it. What matters is how many people do. If you have a strong informed opinion, don’t keep it to yourself. Try and help people and make the world a better … Read More
Lessons Learned Part 1 (Tim Ferriss)
One of my favorite blogs is from the author Tim Ferriss. Recently he had a great post on lessons learned in 2008. This week I’m going to share some of his thoughts: “One of the most universal causes of self-doubt and depression: trying to impress people you don’t like. Stressing to impress is fine, but do it for the right … Read More
NYC Coaching – Last Call
I have just a few spots left for my NYC Coaching network that begins Feb 6. If you are thinking about applying, please send over your application ASAP. You can learn more (and get your application) by clicking here.