Almost, but not yet …

Almost, but not yet …

WHAT? Based on the subject line, I am guessing that perhaps you are thinking this is a message about the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023 and how you might think about preparing for each.   I understand why you might think that … but I have a little different...
Help needed for finding what’s next!

Help needed for finding what’s next!

Today when we open the doors to the church, we are missing a lot of the people. Of special note is the volunteer crew … the faithful that rocked babies, hung out the teens and served on a connection team. Perhaps you are feeling that pain.  Most all the...
Innovate Your Way to a New Future

Innovate Your Way to a New Future

WHAT The Big Idea I led from a posture of innovation even before I really understood what it meant.   This was driven by the requirement to do so in the campus ministry start-up that I led in the nineties.  When you are given the keys to your office...
Multisite: The Next Wave

Multisite: The Next Wave

WHAT The Big Idea A couple of weeks ago, I hosted Larry Osborne for our Leadwell Accelerator.  Some of you joined us for what proved to be a very insightful session. For those that didn’t, Larry is a pastor at North Coast Church. He’s an author, mentor,...
Don’t Be An Ostracodish

Don’t Be An Ostracodish

WHAT One of my favorite authors is marketing guru Seth Godin.  I have been known to say to folks that during my early morning quiet times I read the scriptures, pray, journal … and check out the latest Godin post.  Sounds a little sacrilegious perhaps; but...