Keeping Accurate Data and why it’s Important
In today’s world of technology, churches and organizations have access to many valuable tools to help them interact with their members, record contributions, and share information on the go. In ACS...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: ReNew Church, Bradley, Illinois
Pastor Dan Bult We are dedicated to reaching the next generation, equipping them to be passionate followers of Jesus Christ who make an eternal impact on our world. -Dan Bult, Pastor Seventeen years...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: Heritage Baptist Church, Zebulon, NC
Old ways aren’t bad, but they aren’t always the most effective. The Church’s mission has stayed the same for over 2,000 years, but its methods evolve. Churches can ride the current technological...
View ArticleEmbracing New Technology
Technology is constantly changing and it can be hard to keep up with. It seems that as soon as you purchase a new cell phone, a newer model is available the very next week. Even though these changes...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: New Harvest Church, Clewiston, FL
Humble Beginnings New Harvest Church in Clewiston, FL had humble beginnings. “We started twenty four years ago in a storefront,” said Administrator Carlos Roque. “They called it the Chrysler Cathedral...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: Downtown Presbyterian, Nashville, TN
The Historic sanctuary of Downtown Presbyterian Historic Church, Contemporary Ministry Downtown Presbyterian Church in Nashville, TN, is anything but typical. The congregation gathers each week in...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: Fishing Creek Salem UMC, Goldsboro, PA
God has been doing big things in Fishing Creek Salem United Methodist Church. Lives are being changed, lost people are finding Christ, and people in need are finding hope. This church isn’t new, but...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: Parkway Presbyterian Church, Cumming, GA
Since its birth in 1998, Parkway Presbyterian Church has been creating faithful servants of God. The church’s mission is fundamental: connect with God, grow in His word and serve the world. Its members...
View ArticleRealm Pathways: Use Automation to Keep your Ministry on Track
I thought I’d take my blog post as a chance to remind Realm users about a sometimes-forgotten feature: Pathways. At some point, all ministers have wished their church was better at coordinating some...
View ArticleWhat Role Does Data Have In The Church?
Companies like Amazon, Netflix and Capital One, among countless others, use enormous databases to tailor their products and services to fit their customer’s needs. They develop new products, offer...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story – New Hope Baptist Church, Hermitage, TN
New Hope Baptist Church in Hermitage, TN is often referred to as “The church on the corner” and for very good reason. The church started with about 30 people back in 1846. As the area grew, so did the...
View ArticleSix Suggestions For Preaching About Giving
The Bible talks about giving quite a bit. And the Lord knew each generation would have struggle between prioritizing the riches of this world as compared to the riches of Heaven. Jesus said, “But store...
View ArticleChurch Communications – A Mixed Bag
After my dad left the pastorate, when I was in high school, I became a “church shopper”. Like many onlookers who haven’t yet thrown their hats in the ring, I had plenty of opinions about what churches...
View ArticleCreating A Discipleship Path For Teens
The teenage years fly by, but their impact, like lasts a lifetime. Young people are not the future of the church. They are the church. And it’s the church’s job to disciple them and equip them for...
View ArticleFour Ways To Make Members Feel Welcome
This is the scenario. A young couple that fell away from involvement in the church has their first kid. They think, “We should start going to church, at least for the sake of the children.” A couple...
View ArticleReaffirmations Friday – February 5
Whether you’re a church Pastor, directing a ministry, or simply a volunteer, you most likely don’t have too much time during your day to keep up with what’s being written or discussed around key...
View ArticleLeading an Effective Bible Study
The Bible is unlike any book ever written. It is not just the words or opinions of men. It is God speaking to mankind directly through his followers, which gives it ultimate authority in our lives....
View ArticleMyths and Methods of an Online Church
Is online church for real? Yes, and here are a few of the myths surrounding online church. Myths vs. Reality Myth – Online church can’t build community. Reality – Communities exist all over the...
View ArticleHow to Pick the Right Church Giving Solution
Chances are, you’ve been involved in an online transaction within the last month. For many people, it’s probably been more recent than that. More and more people are becoming accustomed to buying,...
View ArticleReal Ministry Insights from Digging A Little Deeper
Having an in-depth understanding of your ministry numbers and metrics is key to improving the systems and processes you have in place so you can focus more of your time on improving the experience of...
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