February 12, 2006
Garden Friends
Following Jesus is tough—especially for church leaders who feel they have nowhere to be honest. Jeff Krajewski points to Jesus’ own trusted friends and urges the church to become a place of safety and grace.
Church Staff
Church Staff provides practical, Bible-based guidance for pastors and ministry teams serving on church staff. Explore articles on staffing structures, role clarity, hiring and onboarding, communication, healthy collaboration, volunteer development, and leading with integrity. You’ll also find wisdom for managing workload, preventing burnout, navigating conflict, and strengthening staff culture so ministries stay aligned with the church’s mission. Whether you lead a team or serve in a support role, these resources aim to help church staff work well together and serve the congregation faithfully.
November 27, 2005
MINISTERIAL PAY — What Besides Pay?
A practical checklist for evaluating minister compensation beyond salary, including time away, insurance, retirement, continuing education, and ministry-related perks churches may provide.
November 27, 2005
MINISTERIAL PAY — How Much Is Enough?
How should churches set fair, God-honoring staff pay? Terry C. Wuske points leaders to the NACBA Compensation Survey and explains its reporting options, key data categories, and practical ways to use it.
November 13, 2005
Creative Ministry at Clarksburg Christian Church
Clarksburg (Indiana) Christian Church shows how wide participation, ministry teams, and a hands-on Vacation Bible School project can build unity, reduce burnout, and strengthen multigenerational relationships without a large staff or huge budget.
October 9, 2005
Teaming in Ministry: The Affinity Factor
Ministry effectiveness often hinges on teaming. This article challenges the “sanctified partnerships” myth, explains the affinity factor, and draws biblical guidance from Paul and Barnabas and Jesus’ careful disciple selection.
September 25, 2005
A Dozen Ways to Encourage Your Minister
A dozen practical ways to support and encourage your minister and other spiritual leaders—through prayer, appreciation, helpful action, and a commitment to build up the body with love.
September 21, 2005
A Month for Ministers
Clergy Appreciation Month (CAM) offers a timely reminder to encourage your church’s ministers. Try simple, personal steps—activate leaders, write specific notes, thank the spouse, give thoughtful gifts, or support a favorite cause.
July 17, 2005
A Legacy Retirement Plan
Darrel D. Malcom recounts how Poplar Creek Church established a lifetime $1,000 monthly “legacy” payment honoring decades of ministry service—offering stability, freedom to keep serving, and a model other churches could consider for aging ministers.
June 5, 2005
The Ideal Worship Minister . . .
A practical worship minister job description outlining servant leadership, Trinitarian planning, blended worship commitments, and ways to develop diverse musical and worship expressions across the whole congregation.
