Church Planting

Starting a new church or ministry is one of the most rewarding and fruitful things that you can do to advance the kingdom. It can also be very challenging at times. Continue reading →

A sure and solid foundation. If your foundation isn’t strong and secure it will be easy for the devil to get the best of you and destroy what God is desiring to do through you. Continue reading →

Preparing for your first service. Lets look at some practical things that you can do to help get your ministry started and moving forward. Continue reading →

Pray. Jesus said, "No one can enter the strong man’s house and plunder his property unless he first bind the strong man" (Mark 3:27). "The weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds" (2 Corinthians 10:4). Continue reading →

What does it take to be an effective church planter? Dr. Charles Ridley conducted a study of church planters in the United States and Canada. Based upon his research and subsequent field testing, he developed a list of thirteen characteristics that define effective church planters. Continue reading →

Churches, particularly in the United States, have experienced tremendous change in the last few years. We have seen a move from traditionalism toward a more casual approach in both worship and dress. The church has also entered heavily into the electronic entertainment arena, where in some cases attending church feels more like your are attending a major Hollywood production. Continue reading →

Written by Dr. Paul E. Paino

1. Make changes slowly.
2. Announce office hours, then be there.
3. Promote preaching series on pertinent subjects.
4. Develop important contacts outside the church. Continue reading →

How can we grow a small church? In spite of what we see on TV, the majority of churches in America are under one hundred members. The following tips apply to really small, struggling churches as well as average size churches that may have reached a plateau. Pastoring small churches can be a challenge, but there are a few things that will help a church grow. Continue reading →