Faith Is Not a Subject
People describe the Christian faith as a “personal relationship with Jesus.” But in the church, how have we gone about encouraging and developing that relationship with Christ? Sadly, our church…
Tag: Why Nobody Wants to Go to Church Anymore
The Prodigal Church?
My husband Thom and I released a book called Why Nobody Wants to Go to Church Anymore. Its message has resonated with tens of thousands of people who see the…
To the Polished, Predictable Church: Surprise Me
Surprise! It’s one of the missing ingredients in today’s church. Most church worship services and programs have become so predictable, so varnished, so rehearsed, and so scripted that any awe…
Meet and Greet: Shake and Fake?
by Thom Schultz Whenever a pastor or worship leader prods us to “stand and greet your neighbor,” I muster my little smile and go through the motions. “Good morning. Good…
Would Others Say You’re a Christian?
by Joani Schultz A few years back we met a brilliant, kind, faith-filled gentleman. His name was George Gallup Jr., famous pollster. In the midst of one of our conversations…
Look at me. Look at me.
by Joani Schultz Pick a storm. Any storm. Your storm may be literal—a hurricane, tornado, torrential rain, or blinding blizzard. Your storm may be relational—an estranged family member, a friend’s…
We Don’t Talk About That At Church…
by Thom Schultz We talk about all kinds of juicy, newsy things with friends at work or school. But not at church. No. No. No. We can’t talk about that…
How To Create a Thriving Volunteer Culture
by Bob D’Ambrosio If only there was a quick fix to “get more volunteers.” Church leaders continue to ask what they can say or do to convince people to serve.…
Partners in God’s Business
by Joani Schultz We and God share a mysterious partnership that grows fruit. We plant seeds; we and God do our part. Then we want to see immediate results. Not…
How One Church Served Up RADICAL HOSPITALITY
by Joani Schultz A free lunch…really? Sounds good to me! And it sounded good to a lot of others, too. One congregation launched its new mission statement with a giant…
