I am neck deep in strategic thinking. The school where I teach is engaged in an aggressive strategic planning initiative. We are working with an excellent consulting team and are asking hard but important questions about the present and the future. But all this has got me wondering about the apostles. The execution of the […]

A man 3,000 miles away whom I had never met, the chairman of a pulpit search committee, came to the point quickly on the phone: Would I consider meeting with his group to discuss becoming senior pastor of their church? This unexpected phone call propelled me into a deep, soul-searching phase. Without any prior experience, […]

Green practices can be a testament to good stewardship and an outreach opportunity. Going “green” is a popular expression in today’s eco-minded culture. Ministries are not exempt from environmental responsibility. In fact, green practices can be a testament to good stewardship and an outreach opportunity. Go with the flow. Incorporate natural features, such as hills and […]