When thinking about Sunday School, it is not "either/or" when focusing on growth or excellence. It is "both/and." We want growth AND excellence. Our … [Read more...] about Essentials for Sunday School Growth and Excellence, Part 1
Being the Leader God Wants
“Nehemiah of the Old Testament is a great example for leaders in building a class or Sunday School. Nehemiah chapters 2-6 are great building chapters … [Read more...] about Being the Leader God Wants
Pastoral Leadership of the Sunday School
In our research on Sunday Schools we discovered a very interesting fact related to the leadership of a pastor. We found that 96% of all churches said … [Read more...] about Pastoral Leadership of the Sunday School
The Art of Leading Followers
Leadership is a complex phenomenon involving the leader, the followers, and the situation. Can one lead unless someone follows? An old ancient Chinese … [Read more...] about The Art of Leading Followers
Leadership Skills: Railroad Crossing Decision-Making
When I was a kid, the safety slogan for railroad crossings was, “Stop, Look, and Listen.” Leaders make decisions. “Stop, Look, and Listen” provides a … [Read more...] about Leadership Skills: Railroad Crossing Decision-Making