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Sponsored by:   The meaning of the word discipleship varies from church to church. Most leaders don’t have a clear definition of discipleship. Additionally, COVID has made discipleship hard. I believe there is a way forward.   To download the notes click the link below

Many churches are not taking the time to diagnose the current reality. As a consequence, churches are not compelled to act. The issues facing the church today are far-reaching, impacting all areas of ministry including (but not limited to) discipleship, worship, small groups, and ministry involvement. Church Answers wants to help you diagnose the current...

Over the past several years, many pastors and church leaders have started hiring consultants to help them wade through a variety of issues. Church Answers is seeing the trend increase exponentially because of COVID. The problem hundreds of churches close every year because of their inability to self-diagnose health issues within their own church. They...

Before the pandemic, nearly 20 churches closed their doors every day. Early signals show that the number of churches closing could increase rapidly. But what if there was a way that you could help save churches before they close the doors for good? And in this season of church closing, it is difficult for a...

Churches that are growing in the post-quarantine era are looking outward to grow. The common denominator for every growing church is an emphasis on the Great Commission. They are increasing their evangelistic efforts. In our 3rd installment of X.Church, we discuss churches with numerical growth since they began regathering.     To download the notes...

COVID-19 has changed the standard for everything. Trend lines indicate that it is likely new baselines for discipleship, children’s ministry, and in-person gatherings won’t be established for another 12 to18 months. So, what do pastors and church leaders do in the meantime to measure health?     To download the notes click the link below

Current trends are showing that between 30% and 40% of weekly worship attenders have returned. COVID-19 is redefining the categories of the unreached in North America and around the world. The pandemic is forcing us to adjust and I believe there are new groups of people out there waiting to be reached.   To download...

The church has been rocked with the rest of the world. It is unclear the full list of consequences caused by the pandemic. The methods that worked before quarantine aren’t viable options anymore. Churches across the country are trying to re-configure everything.   To download the notes click the link below

The pandemic has forced everyone to re-think ministry. Few churches have cracked the code of getting individuals to rejoin the in-person gathering. It’s no wonder only 6% of churches are back at their pre-pandemic attendance. The dynamics of the mission field have changed drastically. The people are the same but how we connect to them...

More than 10,000 people become eligible for retirement every day. Many of them are pastors or work in ministry. Pastors fail at retirement because they don’t have a plan. Retirement doesn’t mean the end of your ministry. It just means the beginning of a new one.   To download the notes click the link below

The number one thing pastors and church leaders are doing wrong right now is failing to prepare for the return of church members from quarantine. Pastor or church leaders, you have a unique opportunity to reach more of your community with the gospel than ever before. The churches that will be leading the way after...

In the last decade church planting, church adoption, and church revitalization have been increasingly popular movements among pastors and church leaders. There are new opportunities on the horizon that could be a game-changer in every community across the world – church fostering. The goal of church fostering is to help churches in distress by sharing...

Hundreds of churches close every year because of their inability to see problematic health issues within their own church. They overlook the problems. They don’t act. And the church dies. You can help them. However, some churches are starting to realize how big of a problem this can be and they are seeking help. Churches...

The Final COVID-19 Check Up. God’s people were designed to gather together. The desire for the church to gather will become stronger and more important as restrictions decrease and households become more confident to leave quarantine. Pastors and church leaders must address critical questions as members return. Do your church members feel confident in the...

The Next COVID 19 Challenge The pandemic has created opportunities for the church to advance the gospel like never before. Many of churches have rallied to lead positive change during this challenging season. The next big challenge pastors face is making the positive change last. There are no silver bullets and no cookie cutter answers,...

You must first ”see” a person and seek to understand them before you are able to respond. So much has changed in the world around us, and everyone has a unique perspective based on their current circumstances.

Returning to your church facility won’t happen as fast as it took to stop meeting. Pastor’s should be leading their teams to take the time to “catch up” on facilities maintenance and cleanliness before you return to in-person services. But, there is more to consider than just a clean and well-maintained building.