We live in a time of immense global challenges—climate change, political instability, economic inequality, and the increasing sense of a world unraveling at the seams. With these crises comes a …
Why Is Our Church Stuck?
by: Rev. Dr. Anna Hall If your church seems stuck and unable to move forward these days, you are not alone. Consulting with dozens of churches every year, I have …
Learning from the Rural Congregation
By Rev. Cameron Trimble, CEO of Convergence If there’s one area in ministry often misunderstood by denominational leaders and clergy, it’s the rural congregation. Many people think rural congregations are …
Should Churches Use TikTok?
by: Rev. Jim Keat Every new communications technology brings new opportunities and new pitfalls. Even the printing press, 600 years ago, faced opposition by some who thought that this new …
Transitions – What Can Be Done In 90 Days?
by: Rev. Laura Robinson I recently notified the congregation I serve that I will be concluding my pastorate with them. In keeping with the norm of settled pastor call agreements …
What is Your Congregation’s Attachment Style?
By Rev. Cameron Trimble, CEO In the same way individuals form attachment styles in their relationships, congregations can also develop distinct attachment patterns. These attachment styles—secure, insecure-anxious, and insecure-avoidant—affect how …
Why Can’t We Stop Fighting? Navigating and Transforming Conflict in the Church
by: Rev. Dr. Anna Hall Conflict in churches and other organizations is normal and healthy. If we all shared exactly the same opinion, we would only need a church council …
Can Your Congregation Change?
By Rev. Cameron Trimble, CEO of Convergence If we had to name one topic that challenges current congregational leaders and prompts them to reach out for coaching and consulting support, …
Helping Rural Congregations Thrive
by: Rev. Dr. Anna Hall Rural congregations are often overlooked. Newspaper articles on religion focus either on mega-churches or congregations that are closing. Denominational events and systems can be easiest …
Political Violence Will Not Save Us From Empire
by: Rev. Anna Golladay I have a confession. I’m ashamed to admit this. When I learned of the violent assassination attempt on former President Trump last week I found myself …