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Friday, December 13, 2024

Saturday Lagniappe: 'Making the Most of Your Church Database' And More


Making the Most of Your Church Database
You have access to so much attendee and guest data. The question is, are you using your church database well?
For four weeks in a row I attend a Episcopal church to evaluate what it was doing in key areas and to identify where it might make improvements. Among the things that I discovered was that it was not keeping a record of who was attending its services or gathering contact information on first time worship visitors for follow-up purposes. This was surprising as it is a standard practice in most churches. The one exception with which I am acquainted was a dying church whose shrinking congregation eventually disbanded and sold their church building.
Why the religious beliefs of Trump defense pick Pete Hegseth matter
Hegseth’s Christian views have been shaped by a 20th-century movement, Christian Reconstruction, which seeks to make America a Christian nation built on biblical law, writes a religion scholar.

Why Christians should demand the establishment of the ERA now
The authors of this article argue that it is time for the Equal Rights Amendment to be added to the US Constitution and encourage readers of the article to urge President Biden to make its addition to the constitution a part of his legacy.

26 Questions Every Communicator Should Consider
Mastering communication is not the goal. Maximizing your communicative ability is the target.

Short Bible Messages for Youth: Make an Impact on Teens
Check out these five Bible-based messages that teenagers need to hear from you.
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Christmas Craft Ideas for Children’s Ministry: Telling the Nativity Story
Christmas craft ideas for children’s ministry teach about Jesus’ birth in fun, hands-on ways. Crafts are an excellent way to make Bible lessons meaningful and memorable. Whether you teach preschoolers or older kids, crafting reinforces the Christmas story through creativity and joy.
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