The Church Outside Itself
Church is comprised of people; not a building or set of programs. We know this, we say this, but we often don’t live it. Try as we might, it’s hard to escape the ideas of “going to church” or “helping...
View ArticleIdeas to Help you Successfully Roll out Realm
Church is about what’s familiar: old friends, ancient traditions. It’s why so many of us love getting together. But, when you introduce a new way of managing church—like Realm—into this comfortable...
View ArticleDrinking from a Fire Hose: Ideas to Impact Conference 2016
Our annual Ideas to Impact conference was a big hit in Baltimore. This year, we focused on getting your church ready for our all-in-one, cloud-based solution called Realm. And how do you get 809...
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Realm Accounting – The Power of Segments
This time last year, I knew nothing about financials. If you asked me to describe a W-4, I’d likely say that it’s the form my employer asks me to fill out every year to remind them (and me) that, yes,...
View ArticleEmbracing Change in your Ministry
Many people dislike change because change takes work. Some churches use the same ministry programs they’ve used for 40 years even though they’re not working now like they did then. People keep doing...
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Realm Event Registration: Getting the Party Started
Bringing people together is what ministry is all about. Any church event can inspire congregants and become a place for group fellowship. However, a well-organized event generally doesn’t just happen...
View ArticleWhat your ChMS Data is Telling You
The single most important resource for a church is the information it has regarding its members, guests and operations. Key decisions can be made, vision can be cast, and direction can be decided all...
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Ministry Impact Story: Lutheran Church of the Ascension
Since its birth in 1959, Lutheran Church of the Ascension in Northfield, IL has been creating faithful servants of God. The church’s vision is to be a vibrant, progressive church that welcomes all who...
View ArticleRealm Custom Queries
Did you know that—in mere seconds—you can locate everybody in your church who shares the same marital status, denominational background, or birth month? You can find all your congregants who live in...
View ArticleMoving Your Church to the Cloud
What is the Cloud, and Why Make the Change? Cloud computing is when you store your records on computers that aren’t kept at your church. But you access and update them from any phone or computer that...
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Ministry 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 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 ArticleStarting Strong in 2017
Typically, a new ministry or revamp of an existing one starts with an idea. Whether that idea is divinely inspired or borne out of keen insights and wisdom, somebody decides it’s time to make a change...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: Worthington Christian Church
Worthington Christian Church, located outside of Columbus, OH, is on a mission to fulfill the Great Commission: to make disciples, so that they can then go out into the world to make disciples, as...
View Article7 Steps to Launching A Successful Ministry
Don’t fly a plane before it’s built. Don’t move into a house that’s under construction and don’t launch a ministry before it’s ready. I’ve seen many people with a love for God and a heart for people...
View ArticleFirst Church Sterling Heights Focuses on Building Stronger Community
We are excited for our ministry partners, First Church Sterling Heights, and how they are reaching their goals of building community. Sterling Heights is a suburb of Detroit, Michigan. First Church was...
View Article3 Reasons People will Give to your Church
Fact: More people in your church want to give than are currently giving. Fact: Some people are looking for a reason to give to your church. Fact: Some churches make giving unnecessarily complicated and...
View ArticleGood Samaritan Episcopal Church: A Church Without Walls
Good Samaritan Episcopal Church in Brownsburg, IN, a suburb of Indianapolis, has purposed to live out their mission of becoming “Followers of Jesus with open minds and hearts to serve.” They are a...
View ArticleMinistry Impact Story: Clemson Presbyterian Church
Clemson Presbyterian Church, situated at the edge of Clemson University, has been given a unique opportunity to serve both the university community and their community at large. The church’s story is a...
View Article10 Tips to Hosting a Terrific Easter Service
Easter is just around the corner. We want to help you get ready! Check out these 10 tips to prepare for Easter weekend. 1. Get an Idea Special days like Easter deserve special attention. Find an idea...
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