Posted on Apr 5th, 2010 | Comment on This | Read This Article »
I’ve tried to brainstorm some ideas of how we can use an iPad for the ministry. I usually do this with all new technology, though this time it just gives me an excuse to get an iPad. Thus far I have not come up with enough to justify the purchase, but here is [...]
Posted on May 21st, 2008 | 3 Comments | Read This Article »
Consider this graph which reflects a typical giving and expense cycle for a church. How would you like to be in charge of planning that budget? I read a stat that says most churches plan their budget based on each member giving between 2-3% of their income to the church. And if you’ve ever been involved with church budgeting you have heard the saying “20% of the church gives 80% of the money.” Though many would say 10% gives 90% is more accurate.
Posted on May 19th, 2008 | Comment on This | Read This Article »
We just went through the new membership process at our new church. A slightly different process than others I have been a part of. It was less informational and more experiential. The idea was to make church membership feel more personal by sharing stories and testimonies. For a big church I can see the benefit and they did allow for questions if you had any.
My one complaint is that at no point did they clearly lay out the Gospel. I wanted to hear, “This is what is necessary for you to believe for salvation.” But in both the Newcomer Gathering and the Membership class, this was never said.
Posted on May 8th, 2008 | 1 Comment | Read This Article »
Women’s role in ministry is a complicated issue so I requested some comments from some people I respect. Read my initial post on this and then read Brent’s response:
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Posted on May 8th, 2008 | 7 Comments | Read This Article »
Our church recently released a statement of their position regarding women in ministry. The short version is that women are free to hold and act in any form of ministry except the elder position. You can read their extended explanation of the statement here. This is not something I have looked into extensively, but I had a general idea of my beliefs. After reading their explanation, I think I disagree with some of the finer points but I definitely have some problems with the thinking that brought them to the conclusion.
