Author

Ben Stapley

Executive Pastor at Zarephath Christian Church in New Jersey

For over twenty years Ben has created & captured moving and memorable moments for individuals, non-profits & corporations across the globe. He has served on the executive team of multiple megachurches and currently serves as the Executive Pastor at Zarephath Christian Church in New Jersey. Ben also consults for churches, teaches at universities and speaks at conferences about leadership, communication and creativity. For more information visit www.benstapley.com.

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November 21, 2024

Build Your Live Stream Audience

Churches have an incredible opportunity to grow their reach through live streams. But some of our streams have become trickles.

30 Free Christmas Resources 2025

Crafting Christmas services, maximizing marketing, and avoiding burnout. Ideas for kids, small groups, and the community. Here's a list of ideas to help you have the best Christmas season ever!

Trusting Your Team During Vacations

Taking time to unplug during vacations is vital for the success of yourself and your team. When you unplug, it refills your tank. It also gives your team a chance to dip into their reserves and showcase abilities you are unaware of.

Church Rescue

The TV show Bar Rescue highlights businesses with unengaged employers and unrestrained employees. If there were a spinoff show called Church Rescue, it would have the opposite problem with overly engaged bosses and restrained staff.‍

God Is With You

There will be seasons of ministry when you feel alone. But take heart. God is always with you.

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Ben Stapley

May 14, 2024

What To Look For In A Church

Instead of looking for temporal internal needs when evaluating a church, look for eternal external needs. Look for a church that is focused on reaching the community with the gospel of Christ.

10 Secrets To A Successful Social Media Presence

Social media has become an invaluable tool for churches to connect with their congregation, engage with the wider community and spread their message of faith. So here are ten secrets to overseeing a successful social media presence.

Brainstorming Meetings That Pour Down Ideas

The creative process can feel like capturing lightning in a bottle. But some practical steps can ensure you release the creative talent on your team and leverage your brainstorming meetings to the max.

Leading Creatives In Your Organization

Nothing depletes organizational resources like movement without direction. So give clear instructions at the beginning. Knowing the purpose, timeline, target audience, distribution method & desired outcome upfront empowers the creative for success.

The Power Of A 360 Degree Review

Opening yourself up to feedback from this many people is vulnerable and exposes yourself to potential harm. So ask feedback from people you trust and that will tell you the truth in love. In this blog post we discuss the power of a 360 degree review.

Storytelling Builds Culture

There are two different ways to tell a story. Sharing your story. Sharing someone else’s story. Both are powerful but have different pros and cons. So learn how and when to use both.

Before Recording A Video Interview

Video stories are powerful because they tell and show how God can transform a life. But it isn’t easy to solicit these stories from individuals during an interview. So here are best practices to prepare unseasoned interviewers.

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Ben Stapley