A movement of churches on mission together
As your next executive director-treasurer, I pray our state convention will be a movement of churches on mission together. What… Read More
Students: An untapped resource for serving in your church
I’ve heard it said that students are the church of tomorrow, but I really struggle with that — I believe… Read More
8 strengths of plural leadership
Many Baptists today, if they have any familiarity with the term, mistakenly believe the “elder” office is something exclusive to… Read More
Seeking sending churches
One of the biggest obstacles to planting effective new churches in North Carolina is the lack of qualified, prepared planters… Read More
Does your church have a plan for college students?
Do you have a plan for engaging college students? You may have a Sunday School class or small group for… Read More
Encouragement from the early church in trying times
Where do we turn at this moment in history for wisdom, direction and inspiration? Many leaders are tired, fearful or… Read More
3 actions for a post-pandemic church
One of the casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic is the basic measurements of success for many North American churches. Commonly… Read More
3 questions your church should ask before gathering again
As we entered the new decade on Jan. 1, 2020, I doubt anyone expected that within the next 90 days… Read More
Preaching, outreach & communion when churches can’t meet
As pastors and churches continue to adjust to the new norms, questions linger concerning the future of ministry. What does… Read More
Church revitalization Q&A with Sandy Marks
Last fall, the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina (BSCNC) announced a new emphasis on strengthening existing churches. The emphasis… Read More
