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8 Strategies to Turn First-Time Guests Into Regulars

Every church shares a common foundation - it starts with individuals who were once first-time guests. Even in the case of a church plant with a dedicated core team, they were once newcomers to that very plant. Retaining first-time guests is vital for any church's growth trajectory. According to Tony…

Kevin BordeauxApril 1, 2024

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5 Things to Remember When Starting Pastoral Care Ministry

In many cases, pastors perceive pastoral care as a secondary duty to preaching, sometimes underestimating its significance. Leading a local church requires pastors to wear two hats: one akin to a Chief Executive Officer, managing budgets, staff, vision, and ministry operations; the other as a chaplain, attending to the congregation's…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 25, 2024

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7 Pastoral Responsibilities That Aren’t Just Preaching

Many pastors feel called into the ministry because of how preaching from a pulpit makes them feel. Public speaking releases adrenaline, cortisol, and even dopamine. This is why some pastors who are gifted at public speaking enjoy it so much. It releases these hormones that can create a euphoric feeling.…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 15, 2024

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Preaching Tips for Beginners

Preaching, especially the first sermon, often seems highly rewarding, filled with anticipation, praise, and a profound sense of spiritual fulfillment. This idealistic view can drive many to choose full-time ministry, expecting a constant replication of these peak experiences. However, the reality of consistent preaching involves high expectations, criticism, pressure to…

Kevin BordeauxJanuary 26, 2024

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6 Teacher Outreach Projects Your Church Can Do

Outreach programs are a huge part of what our church is all about. In Matthew 28:19, Jesus told us to "go and make disciples of all nations." He wants us to get out there and make a difference in the world. And sure, that can mean going on mission trips…

Lynsey L'EcuyerJanuary 10, 2024

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7 Essential Preaching Topics for Youth Pastors

One of the most important jobs a Youth Pastor has is teaching students about the Bible. There are many topics you can cover within a calendar year, but there are certain topics that carry more weight and are vital to cover. Teenagers are looking for the truth. They are looking…

Paul L'ecuyerDecember 20, 2023

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5 Ways Pastors Can Get Ahead in Holiday Sermon Prep

The holidays are such a fantastic time in church. We get to celebrate the birth of Jesus, our Savior! Studies have shown over the years that people are more likely to attend church during Christmas and Easter than at any other time of the year. In the church, the holiday…

Lynsey L'ecuyerDecember 6, 2023

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The Top Warning Signs of Pastoral Stress & Burnout

Pastoral stress and burnout are becoming more and more common in today’s ministry landscape. Many pastors feel the pressure of ministry and aren’t sure what to do about it or how to handle it. Worse yet, many pastors don’t feel the freedom to talk about the stress they’re experiencing because…

Paul L'ecuyerNovember 22, 2023

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How to Retain Your Easter Visitors

Easter is one of the highest attended days for churches around the world. Churches do not have to put much effort into the marketing and promotional part of Easter. Often in Western culture, Easter is when people who don’t regularly attend church come. It is also cultural for extended families…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 29, 2023

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6 Keys to Preparing Your Easter Sermon

Easter is the biggest day of the year for most churches in terms of attendance. Churches all see a spike in attendance and new guests coming through the doors. It is an exciting time for the Church because it celebrates the most important event in human history–the resurrection of Jesus…

Kevin BordeauxMarch 15, 2023

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