Monday, September 25, 2023

Monday's Catch: 'Food Stamps Are Helping Millions, Including Those in Your Church' And More


Food Stamps Are Helping Millions, Including Those in Your Church
A Christian vision for supporting government food assistance.

The Church That Could in a Town of 714 People
Bardwell Baptist Church is located in Bardwell, Kentucky, a town of 714 people. Twenty years ago in 2020, the population was 799. Bardwell is, for the most part, an unknown town in a rural area of Kentucky. But God knows where Bardwell is.

Five “Short-Timers” Who May Not Stay Long at Your Church
One of the reasons there is more than one church in nearly every town in America is because none of us is capable of being everyone’s pastor. Furthermore, while we should do all we can to “close the back door” so that we are doing an adequate job of keeping up with those we disciple, there is nothing we can do to close that door completely.

3 Lessons on Change From Nehemiah
If your church is not changing, it’s not growing.

Bring the Family Together at Church
If your church is looking for a way to get the family together at church, here are five different approaches that could help make that happen. These ideas come from a variety of different church backgrounds and traditions, so they may not ALL work for your ministry context, but chances are one might strike a chord and you will be able to begin working towards more and more times where the family experiences faith formation together with their faith community.

The Ultimate, Hidden, Deepest Secret to Recruiting for Your Fall Fest Event
What’s the secret to recruiting for your next fall fest event? It may sound basic, but the ultimate, hidden, deepest secret to recruiting for your fall fest comes down to this: If you want volunteers, you have to ask.

5 Principles for Genuine Discipleship in an AI-Generated Culture
Helping confused churchgoers navigate culture with AI will require skill and grace. Here are five principles to consider.

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