Ekklesia 360

What do you call a dinner party when everyone brings a dish to share? In the Midwest, I’ve heard it called a potluck. Or a “dish-to-pass.” Or a “Jacob’s join.” No matter what name you tack on the invitation, it’s all the same idea––bring what you can,...

Does your church have that one person who’s always walking around with a clipboard? I imagine a woman with rhinestone glasses and a cute cardigan. We all like her, but we all run and hide when we see her coming. 

We all know she’s going to ask us to do...

Meeting new people and going to new places can be intimidating. Once you’ve introduced yourself to someone, that first interaction is crucial. Whether it was a great conversation, an uncomfortable situation, or somewhere in between––first impressions...

There are many risks in any life change, new project, ministry opportunity, or the growth of a church. You have to leave the comforts of your daily routine, possibly invest in a new home or a new city, learn new methods, and have faith that this move...

If you're like most North American churches, your sermons are one of the most important parts of your weekly service. It's important to your staff, to your congregation, and, hopefully, to the broader community.

You put a lot of work into planning a...