May 13, 2020
Leading Ideas from the Lewis Center for Church Leadership of Wesley Theological Seminary
Get Ready for the New Normal
As restrictions on gatherings imposed by the COVID-19 crisis begin to ease, congregations are likely to find themselves in a both/and reality. They will need to sustain an enhanced digital presence while at the same time resume normal patterns of gathering. Now is the time to strategize and put teams in place to support the challenges and opportunities of this new normal. Read more now. https://www.churchleadership.com/leading-ideas/get-ready-for-the-new-normal/?id=li20200513
Leading Ideas Talks Podcast: Episode 55
“The Coming Revolution in Church Economics” featuring Mark DeYmaz
Can tithes and offerings continue to fund a ministry that propels your church toward a vital future? In this episode, Mark DeYmaz asserts that churches need to create multiple streams of income by leveraging the value of their people, money, and buildings to bless the community and advance the gospel. Listen now or read transcript. https://www.churchleadership.com/podcast/episode-55-the-coming-revolution-in-church-economics-featuring-mark-deymaz/?id=li20200513
Key Questions to Consider Before Resuming In-Person Gatherings
Many congregations are eager to reopen their buildings and resume in-person worship services, but it’s important to resist the temptation to rush back before it’s safe. The Lewis Center staff has assembled this list of key questions to consider before a church can safely resume gathering. Read more now. https://www.churchleadership.com/leading-ideas/key-questions-to-consider-before-resuming-in-person-gatherings/?id=li20200513
COVID-19 Resources
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The Right Question
“Leaders do not need answers. Leaders must have the right questions.”
Churches often take on the most common practices of other churches in their community and region. This is especially the case when one denomination or theological tradition tends to overwhelm others in numbers and influence. In such cases, a good question for your church might be:
* What might it mean to “go opposite” some of the dominant practices to offer fresh alternatives?
Want more Right Questions? Read “Right Questions for Church Leaders” at https://www.churchleadership.com/books/right-questions-for-church-leaders/.
#YouToo
Protect your congregation and your ministry with “Keeping Our Sacred Trust” — online training on the ethical boundaries in ministry. Courses include “Understanding Clergy Sexual Ethics” and “Maintaining Boundaries in a Digital Age.” Keeping Our Sacred Trust is open to clergy of any denomination and non-denominational pastors. Courses are $49 and include .5 CEU. Learn more and enroll today. https://www.lewisonlinelearning.org/?id=li20200513
Suggestions for Churches with a Young Pastor
Churches that receive a young pastor need to remember how lucky they are! Many congregations say they want a younger pastor, but few have the opportunity. Learn how you can support a young pastor with “To the Point: Suggestions for Churches with a Young Pastor.” Read now and download free. https://www.churchleadership.com/to-the-point/to-the-point-suggestions-for-churches-with-a-young-pastor?id=li20200513
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“Leading Like Nehemiah: Rebuilding Together” Adult Christian Study Download
Suitable for Distance Learning — Only $9.99
Church leaders have always looked to scripture for wisdom on how to fulfill their callings. This downloadable six-session video-based study curriculum lifts up key themes in Nehemiah’s witness that can inspire and guide faith leaders today. The accompanying Study and Discussion Guide provides scriptures, introductory information, discussion questions, and prayers to structure group conversations on the subject of each video. Only $9.99 through May 31. And for tips, suggestions, and links to helpful videos tutorials to get your study groups online, check out our free How-to Guide for Online Studies webpage. Learn more about the study now. https://www.churchleadership.com/product/nehemiah-leadership/?id=li20200513
Quotable Leadership
“When we are unsure of ourselves, we almost always return to our history.” — Nancy T. Ammerman
Read “Leading Ideas to Reach Young Adults”
How can your congregation reach young adults better? “Leading Ideas to Reach Young Adults,” a curated collection of Leading Ideas articles plus discussion questions, is an ideal conversation starter for those who care deeply about reaching younger generations. This insightful and practical ebook is available for Kindle and PDF. Learn more and now. https://www.churchleadership.com/books/leading-ideas-to-reach-young-adults/?id=li20200513
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