The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in their study of attacks on Houses of Worship, said communication and preparedness are key to preventing attacks at worship facilities, and if they should occur, surviving...
You were created for connection! Everything in life flows better when you have supportive relationships that bolster you with the confidence that “You are not alone.” You are stronger emotionally, physically, and spiritually when you are connected with...
I passionately believe that volunteers are and should always be a key part of any church/ministry media team. Because of that, how we work with them is a critical part of our leadership. In this post I want to look at how we address a situation where the volunteer...
We’ve all inappropriately handled our emotions at work. We’ve either stifled our feelings when we should’ve shared them, or we’ve spewed emotions when we should’ve stayed silent. Below are six best practices that have helped me vent in a constructive manner as an...
This year's Church Facilities Expo (CFX), the largest conference and expo devoted entirely to worship facilities, has more seminars than ever before, broken out into three tracks; Production and Technology, Facilities and Operations, and Leadership and Management....
How do you reach for closeness and connect with others during pain? Can you create safety for others and yourself during conflict when problems arise? Are you able to truly connect with others, or do you skim the surface? If you are married, are you...
We know that when you attend CFX’s conference & expo, one of your goals is to expand your knowledge base and skill levels. That’s why we created CFX Masterclasses this year! The masterclasses will each be held on Monday, October 24 at 1:00 PM and will last 4...
The average person receives between 100-120 emails a day. The average person bounces between seven different social networks per month. The average person sees around 10,000 ads per day. The average person sends 72 texts per day. The average millennial...
Understanding how to be consistent is one of the keys of being a great leader
Whitney Houston sang "I believe that children are the future." That would seem to be obvious, as they'll be here running things when previous generations are gone. However, for Gen Z, the generation born between 1997 and 2012, that time is now, and your church needs...
The piano beckoned, as the choir sang, and the minister seemed to be calling my name personally. The words of the beloved hymn invited me forward, “Just as I am.” My heart melted in the warm embrace of coming forward to give my life to Jesus. The whole...
Vital information for any pastor or leader who will be using a microphone to reach the congregation
Mental health isn’t just a buzz word; it’s vital to keep your congregation and your family going strong
By Chris Grollnek Active Shooter Events (ASEs) continue to create safety concerns for the communities trying to live their lives. The daily reports of ASEs create fear, reduce confidence in facility security, and focus far too heavily on law enforcement. Active...
There are more than 95 million photos and videos shared on Instagram every day (GeekWire). In a world so oversaturated with photos and visual designs, what makes your ministry’s photos and graphics stand out in a way that captures both the heart of your local church...
In a previous article, we discussed how to create a welcoming environment for regular attendees with special needs to get involved in ministry opportunities at your church. Now, let’s discuss how you can create a welcoming environment for first-time guests with...
By Amber Smart, SmartMetrix and The 153 Effect “That’s not how we do it at church. This isn’t a business.” In the decades of my life spent working in and with churches, I’ve heard time and again that churches and businesses are different. Different goals. Different...
Your church website may be your biggest outreach tool; are you using it to the fullest capacity?
In the second part of this series we introduced the idea of the holistic approach to church safety, which looks at not just the physical building, but at the church's data, finances, and members, to ensure every important aspect of the church is addressed when...
Televangelist and author Joel Osteen always start his sermons off with a good story. Some commercials don't show the product they're selling until at the end-- once the story is told. Even a good marketer will tell you a story before they try to get you to buy...
The Largest Conference and Expo for Church Production,