The Small Church Newsletter: How to Write One People Actually Read
Most church newsletters are not read. Here is how to write one that is — with the right format, the right content, and the right frequency for a small congregation.
Church Leadership
Church leadership. Articles and resources for pastors and lay leaders on leading small and rural churches effectively.
Rural Mental Health Ministry: How Small Churches Can Fill the Gap
Rural communities have a mental health crisis and almost no professional resources. Here is how a small church can fill the gap without overstepping what it can offer.
How to Set Boundaries as a Bi-Vocational Pastor Without Feeling Guilty
Bi-vocational pastors who cannot set boundaries will burn out. Here is how to set them clearly, communicate them well, and stop feeling guilty about having them.
Elder Qualifications in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1: What They Actually Mean for Small Churches
The elder qualifications in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1 are not a checklist. They are a portrait of a mature Christian. Here is what each qualification actually means and how to apply it in a small church.
How a Small Church Can Partner with Its Local School
The local school is one of the most strategic community partnerships a small church can build. Here is how to approach it, what to offer, and how to make it work long-term.
What a Church Membership Covenant Should Actually Say
Most church membership covenants are either too vague to mean anything or too long for anyone to read. Here is what a membership covenant should actually say and why each element matters.
How to Lead Worship in a Small Church Without a Band
Most small churches do not have a worship band. Here is how to lead worship well with what you have — and why the absence of a band might actually be an advantage.
How to Plan a Pastoral Sabbatical: A Guide for Small Church Pastors and Congregations
A pastoral sabbatical is not a vacation. It is a strategic investment in the long-term health of the pastor and the church. Here is how to plan one that actually works.
How a Small Church Can Minister to People Struggling with Addiction
Addiction touches nearly every family in rural America. Here is how a small church can minister to people struggling with addiction without pretending faith is a substitute for treatment.
How to Develop Lay Leaders in a Small Church
The small church that develops its own leaders is the small church that sustains ministry over decades. Here is how to build a leadership pipeline that does not depend entirely on the pastor.