Orange Conference 2013 kicked off today and I have to say that I am pretty excited about it! If you’re not familiar, Orange is a family ministry strategy responsible for a huge paradigm shift in many churches. I highly recommend you read up on it. The organization behind it provides an incredible set of resources, […]
Category: Strategy
5 Ways to Identify Church Politics from Strategy
Organizations find direction from either strategy or politics. Each is the enemy of the other. A church with strategy ensures that all programs and events work seamlessly together to move it toward a clear vision. A church that lacks strategic direction leaves team members no choice but to set their own individual objectives. This mix […]
Reference Points (Do you know where you are?)
Before GPS and smartphones, we often relied on reference points to guide us in the right direction. {“Take a left at the BP. Turn right just past the train tracks. When you see the water tower, you”re almost there!”} With the right set of landmarks, drivers always had a clear idea of where they were, […]
Reconsidering Priorities: Visible or Important?
Our tendency is to focus on our most visible work. When done well it leads to high-fives, hand-claps, and the occasional wall plaque. But defining priorities by visibility minimizes much work that is truly most important. Including, but not limited to… …investment in the team that shares your objectives. …development of systems that ensure […]
Getting Past the Vision-Cast [published on TonyMorganLive.com]
Unfortunately, many leaders cast great vision without clear direction. My latest contribution to TonyMorganLive.com provides 3 key steps that can help any leader get past the vision-cast and make significant strides in meaningful implementation. Read it over here. I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Valuing Experience Over Efficiency
The other day, I stopped by a nearby sandwich shop to grab a quick to-go lunch. This particular shop prides itself in preparing food very quickly. Upon completion, the employee handed me my sandwich simply wrapped in paper with a little tape holding it all together. Naturally, I requested a bag for it. As he […]
Church Unique
Tuesday’s post focused on the need to identify our church”s strengths and communicate the true value we offer to Christ”s seekers and followers. Recently, I read Church Unique as a part of a coaching network with Tony Morgan. In his book, Will Mancini provides an incredible process for any leadership team seeking a better understanding and use […]
Great Expectations
As a transplant to Atlanta, I enjoy visiting the different “touristy” spots to learn more about the city. Historical sites in particular catch my attention. At one of the first museums I visited, I took the chance to watch the “feature film”. (Yep. I”m the guy who watches those 20 minute black-and-white documentaries with voiceovers […]
Keeping It Positive Even When It’s Not Perfect
Casey Ross of Browns Bridge Community Church (North Point Ministries) offered great insights last week regarding guest experiences. Using a Disney concept, he challenged us to identify “combustion points” within our programming environments that can quickly turn an experience from positive to negative. While not every combustion point can be entirely avoided, recognizing and responding […]
Change That Fits [published on TonyMorganLive.com]
My latest contribution to TonyMorganLive.com focuses on creating change that fits the context of your specific organization. Read it over here. I’d love to get your thoughts!