How to Plan Your Ministry Year When You Work Two Jobs
Most bi-vocational pastors plan their ministry one week at a time. Here is why that is costing you, and how to see the whole year at once so you can plan around what is actually possible.
Helping Your Teenager Grow in Faith and Share It (2026)
The teenage years are a critical window. The faith your child was raised in will either become their own or be set aside. Here is how parents and youth leaders in small churches can help teenagers own their faith and share it.
Sermon Prep for Bi-Vocational Pastors: How to Preach Well in 5 to 7 Hours
You do not have 20 hours. Here is a system that produces faithful, engaging sermons in the time you actually
How to Write a Church Annual Report: A Simple Guide for Small Churches
A church annual report does not have to be complicated. Here is how to create one that people actually read.
Youth Ministry with 3 to 15 Students: A Guide for Small Churches (2026)
You do not need a big budget, a full-time youth pastor, or a large group. You need consistency, relationships, and
Women’s Ministry in Small Churches: Starting Simple and Growing Strong
You do not need a large budget or a professional director. You need one woman with a vision and a
Senior Adult Ministry in Small Churches: A Practical Guide
How to build a meaningful senior adult ministry in a small church with limited volunteers and budget. Programs, pastoral care, and free resources.
How to Handle Church Conflict: A Pastor’s Guide for Small Churches
Church conflict is inevitable. How you handle it isn’t. A practical guide for small church pastors. By Brent Lacy Every
Small Church Budget Template: A Financial Framework for Churches Under 100
A practical budget framework for small churches that need to make every dollar count. By Brent Lacy Most church budget
What to Do When Your Pastor Leaves: A Guide for Small Churches
If your church is planning to honor your pastor, our pastor’s anniversary planning guide has practical ideas for doing it