How to Grow a Small Church: What Actually Works (And What Doesn’t)
By Brent Lacy Most church growth advice is written for churches with a communications director, a worship team, a children’s […]
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When Marriage Ends: What the Bible Actually Says
By Brent Lacy Divorce is one of the most painful experiences a person can go through. When a marriage ends, […]
AI and Job Loss: Pastoral Care for Displaced Workers in Your Congregation
<p>AI and Job Loss: Pastoral Care for Displaced Workers in Your Congregation AI-driven job displacement is showing up in small […]</p>
When a Teenager in Your Youth Group Has an AI Companion: A Pastor’s Guide
<p>When a Teenager in Your Youth Group Has an AI Companion: A Pastor’s Guide AI companion apps are showing up […]</p>
When a Parishioner Has an AI Grief Chatbot: What to Say and What to Do
<p>When a Parishioner Has an AI Grief Chatbot: What to Say and What to Do AI grief tools are showing […]</p>
AI Pastoral Care Situations: A Practical Response Guide for Small Church Pastors
<p>AI Pastoral Care Situations: A Practical Response Guide for Small Church Pastors AI is showing up in your congregation’s life. […]</p>
Church AI Policy Template: Free Download and Complete Guide
By Brent Lacy AI tools are already in your church. Your pastor may be using ChatGPT for sermon research. Your […]
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The Loneliness Epidemic: Reaching Rural & Small-Town Communities
Rural Church Health | Church Leadership The rural church is not just affected by the loneliness epidemic. It is the […]
Navigating Church Finances: Building Financial Health in Challenging Economic Times
By Brent Lacy | Part 1 of 3 in our series on Church Administration Every church leader knows that faithful […]