Basics (Nuts and Bolts)

Are you looking for a new tradition to bring the message of Advent home to your congregation? Jim Ozier shares a unique idea for a family candle experience.

Developing a preaching team might not be the first thing you do as a church planter, but it ought to be on your radar from the beginning. As God brings others into the fold who have the gift, ask Him to reveal them to you so you’ll be able to begin cultivating them.

Are you strategizing a church plant? Aaron Perry explains how your theological perspective can affect your church plant.

How can we begin to develop the relationships needed to combat the most segregated hour in America? Christian Cheairs explains that many churches are turning to small group formats to address racial reconciliation.

Do you sense a call to church planting? Stephen Elliott shares four things you can do right now to discern and prepare.

Are you called to church planting? Stephen Elliott shares 11 ways to find out whether this is the vocation for you!

Is your church plant looking for something to do this Christmas to share the love of God? Church Planter Collective has some fantastic ideas for reaching out to your community.

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Is your church ready to plant? Ed Love shares wisdom on how to tell if planting a new church is right for your congregation.

Often times, when we get burned out in ministry or find it difficult to continue through hurt feelings, it is because we have taken things personally. Joe McKechnie shares sage advice on learning to "Shake the dust off your feet."