This past spring we stepped up our invitation culture at my church. Because of that focused effort, we saw a lot of fruit with a 30% increase on Easter Sunday in contrast to the previous years. Fostering a spirit of evangelism didn’t take a big effort but it had a big...
For many churches, it’s a challenging time to shop for property insurance. The combination of unpredictable storms and economic strain means far more risks to church buildings than there were a decade ago. Statistics clearly indicate people are reacting to the...
Pushpay, the leading payments and engagement solutions provider for mission-driven organizations, today released findings from its 2025 State of Church Technology report. The study, which this year is presented in partnership with Engiven and Checkr, reveals that a...
The multisite strategy isn’t a new concept, but it’s been evolving rapidly over the past few years, especially for those churches that have invested in their digital outreach and discipleship during and after the pandemic. Very few multisite churches reproduce...
Church facility infections require more than a pump of hand sanitizer or a face covering to combat. Over the years, church facility professionals have researched reasons why churches fail. Specifically, my team has pinpointed 10 deadly infections church facilities...
Churches are a staple in their communities, offering spiritual guidance, promoting personal connections, and providing essential services. However, many church leaders are so focused on their mission that inefficiencies in daily operations often go unnoticed until...
Ministry Brands' 2025 State of Church Giving Report has been released. Key findings of the report show: Recurring giving accounts for 42% of digital donations and 57% of digital transactions, even though nearly half of churches don’t currently offer the option. Giving...
David Leuschner and micrentals.com president Stephen Arruda discuss church stewardship. Topics include: How does poor stewardship lead to burnout? How can budgeting be made easier? The best way to manage capital assets How your personal finance habits can shape...
I have been asked the question – “What percentage of our church budget should be allocated to facilities?” I really wish it were that easy and that there was a magic formula or a standard that works for every church. I wish there were a CPA firm or financial...
Churches have discovered the power of digital marketing. Many ask, “How do we grow our church ministries online authentically and effectively?” You can expand your reach and foster meaningful connections by focusing on branding and communication strategy. Here are 6...
In this episode, David Leuschner talks to Kenny Jahng and Corey Alderin about using artificial intelligence. Points include: What is A.I.? How to use A.I. Can A.I. get you in trouble? How A.I. can aid your social media. Listen to the podcast here:
As a pastor or ministry leader, you wear many hats. That’s an understatement, right? Spiritual shepherd, visionary, counselor, and often an administrator. But in the coming year, leadership demands are shifting. To navigate this dynamic season, it’s time to adopt some...
Over the past two years I’ve had many conversations with friends considering a job transition. Some of those resigned and some were fired. Some of those were working in the secular workplace and some in the sacred. Below is the advice I’ve given those friends. The...
During a finance meeting last week, I received a call from a church leader. They were discussing the adoption of a safety and security plan for their 130-member congregation. The only question they wanted me to answer was, "Are these plans nice to have or need to...
We’ve all heard the popular line: “Preach the gospel always. When necessary, use words.” As individuals, we can implement this through our actions and decisions. But what about as a church? How can we “preach the gospel” and build the Kingdom of God as a church apart...
A Cautionary Tale: What Happened and Why? In November 2024, Kaitlyn Fisher, a 31-year-old former administrative executive assistant for The Presbytery of Kendall in Idaho Falls, Idaho, was sentenced to three to ten years in prison for embezzling over $330,000. The...
Security and other video camera usage has become nearly ubiquitous these days. Nonprofits regularly install and often use cameras around entryways for security purposes and for monitoring children’s programs, as well as for now similarly commonplace videoconferences....
Recently on a podcast I was asked what to look for in a church. A great question, one I've subconsciously felt for years but never consciously thought about. I responded with a contrast. Instead of looking for a church that focuses on temporal internal needs, look for...
This year's Church Facilities Expo draws to a close today in Chattanooga, TN, but if you can make it in, you should. Conference sessions covering a wide variety of topics in the areas of Leadership, Tech Arts, Security, Facility Management, and Church Building will be...
Today is the first full day of Church Facilities Expo 2024 in Chattanooga, TN. Attendees can register on-site from 7:00 - 3:00. Attendees can register for just the Expo, or for any of the 4 conferences. Anyone registering for a conference will also gain admission to...
Responding to popular demand, CFX will again be offering special masterclass sessions in the areas of Audio, Video, Security, and Leadership. These sessions take place on October 21, the day before the expo and general sessions, and require separate registration. The...
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