Most of our churches will have unchurched people in our services for Christmas. Some of them will no doubt be “CEO’s” – “Christmas and Easter Only” people! Some may be seekers who are tired of living their way and think God and the church might have some answers. No matter their motivation for coming, this … Read More
Have you ever said that in your church? Have you heard someone else say that, like in a vestry meeting? I often hear faithful older churchgoers say, “We just need to get more young families to come.” It is the most common “solution” I hear offered when people start talking about revitalizing their church. It … Read More
I recently met The Rev. Brad Hales who is working in the area of church revitalization in the North American Lutheran Church (NALC), which is a Common Ground Ministry Partner with us in the Anglican Church in North America. Pastor Hales has had success bringing renewal to congregations. I was encouraged by his story and … Read More
Getting visitors does not guarantee that your church will grow. However, I guarantee that your church won’t grow without getting visitors. I agree with those who argue that the “Attractional” model of church growth is no longer the best model in our largely post-Christiandom culture, and that we must take on a more “Missional” model … Read More
At GAFCON 2018 in Jerusalem, I attended a breakout seminar led by The Rev. Dr. Kendall Harmon from the United States and The Rev. Rico Tice from England. I chose this seminar for several reasons: 1. Kendall Harmon has been one of the leading voices in our movement to uphold Biblically Faithful Great Commission Anglicanism, … Read More
