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Finding the church they want?
There’s a quiet revival of faith among younger adults, they say. I’ve written about it myself. Twice. Younger men, particularly are said to be coming to church for the first time, making this demographic highest for…
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Measuring mountains …. and churches
If we measure what is most important in our churches, rather than what is easy to measure, we will find out reaql ways to improve.
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Another way to make church interactive
It is clear that sermons are a poor way to teach or to encourage people to be transformed in their faith, despite the fact that pastors and many lay people like them. Discussion and active learning…
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From little things big things grow
Over two millennia, the christian church has been at the forefront of social justice and care for the vulnerable. From care of the poor, the sick and abandoned babies in the early church, through establishing hospitals…
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Do we want them to learn and grow, or do we want to control them?
Is teaching in church as much about keeping control as about effective learning?
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UK church growth: confusing information
I’ve written twice before this year about church decline or growth in UK, USA and Australia. If you find stats boring, feel free to not read further. But if you’re interested in trends for the future,…
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A haven for the lonely?
There’s a loneliness epidemic in many countries, they say. People are feeling lonely like never before. Does the church have a part to play in this situation? Are there people we could be caring for, or…
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Boredom in church
Being bored or boring is not a recipe for changing the world. And that is the church’s task.
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“Try not to be bland”
Good advice from an experienced church leader – keep things interesting and fun. Try not to be bland!
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Older …. and bolder?
We live longer these days (on average). Threescore years and ten is now just the beginning of old age. If you live in a first world country and get to 70, you can expect (on average)…