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Pastoring
May 2, 2026

A Friendly Reminder for Pastors: Your Marriage Comes Before Your Ministry

Balancing marriage and ministry can be challenging for pastors and church leaders. This article explores how to strengthen your relationship, avoid burnout, and create healthy rhythms so your calling never comes at the cost of your marriage and family.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Church Growth
May 5, 2025

30+ Bible Verses About Mothers for Mother’s Day: A Heartfelt Tribute

Celebrate Mother’s Day with these inspiring Bible verses about mothers. Discover scriptures that highlight a mom’s love, sacrifice, and wisdom — and get ideas to honor her this Mother’s Day.

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Church Growth
May 3, 2025

How to Tailor Your Youth Ministry to Gen Z, Gen Alpha, & Beyond

Learn how to engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha in youth ministry with fresh, faith-centered strategies that resonate in a fast-paced, digital world. Discover creative ways to connect with the next generation.

Written by
Kelsey Yarnell
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Church Finance
May 1, 2025

Church Bookkeeping: A Pastor's Practical Guide to Managing Ministry Finances

You were called to shepherd people, not spreadsheets. Here's how to think about church bookkeeping — what makes it different, how to keep it trustworthy, and how to choose software that fits your ministry.

Written by
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Children's Ministry
May 1, 2025

Meaningful Mother’s Day Ideas for Children’s Ministry

Mother's Day ideas for your children's ministry! Engage kids with creative activities, heartfelt gifts, and faith-based celebrations that honor moms in a special, memorable way.

Written by
Susanna Gonzales
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Church Growth
April 30, 2025

Using Intelligent Debt to Fund Church Building Projects

Intelligent debt can help with a mortgage for a church building, mergers, and more.

Written by
Nathan Artt
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Church Tech
April 28, 2025

Top 10 Church Check-In Software for 2026 (Kids, Volunteers & Services)

Explore the best church check-in software for 2026. Compare features, pricing, and child safety tools to find the right system for your ministry.

Written by
Kelsey Yarnell
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Church Websites
April 26, 2025

Optimizing Church Websites for Summer Event Traffic: A Comprehensive Guide

Boost attendance and community engagement this summer by optimizing your church website. Learn actionable tips for event promotion, SEO, mobile design, and more to draw in families and first-time visitors.

Written by
Stephen Altrogge
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Church Websites
April 25, 2025

7 Creative Ways To Use AI To Build Your Website

Discover how to build your church website faster and smarter with AI. From content creation to design and chatbots, explore 7 creative ways AI tools can simplify and supercharge your site.

Written by
Stephen Altrogge
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Church Administration
April 24, 2025

Spring Cleaning Your Church Signs: 6 Easy Ways to Refresh Your Church’s Temporary Signage This Spring

Is your church’s signage sending the right message? Discover 6 practical ways to clean, update, and optimize your temporary signs—so guests feel welcome and your campus stays clear and inviting.

Written by
Chuck Scoggins
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Church Administration
April 23, 2025

Spring Cleaning Your Church Communications: 7 Things to Freshen Up This Week

Freshen up your church communications with these 7 practical tips—from bulletins to websites to announcements. Keep messages clear, current, and welcoming for every guest.

Written by
Chuck Scoggins
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Church Websites
April 22, 2025

Spring Cleaning Your Church Website: 7 Simple Things You Can Do This Week

Give your church website a seasonal refresh with 7 simple updates anyone can tackle this week. From staff bios to service times, these tips help create a welcoming first impression for new visitors.

Written by
Chuck Scoggins
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Church Administration
April 19, 2025

7 Solutions for the Overworked Church Operations Manager

Church operations managers play a vital behind-the-scenes role in making weekend services run smoothly by managing staff, volunteers, schedules, and logistics with excellence.

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