Articles for tag: Church Leaders

October 31, 2007

By Mark A. Taylor If you read many magazines or receive many parachurch periodicals, you”ve likely been reading about the impact of recent postage hikes. Some publications are changing their trim size to cut costs or conform to new regulations. Some previously free publications are now charging a subscription price or asking for donations. Some are imploring readers to send timely change-of-address notices because of higher charges they”re receiving for forwarding issues. We”re not doing any of those things, but we are making one small change. Effective with our December issues, CHRISTIAN STANDARD and The Lookout are increasing the postage/handling

September 19, 2007

Christian Standard

Conferences & Gatherings Organizations & Events

Why Attend the North American Christian Convention?

By Mark A. Taylor CHRISTIAN STANDARD blogger Jennifer Taylor gave her answer to the question in a post this summer, excerpted below: Every time any conversation turns to the NACC, I hear three recurring comments. The first is that other events””many of them more helpful””exist for church leaders. The second is that the NACC is too expensive for many preachers to attend, especially those from smaller churches with less money to allocate for travel and professional development. The third is that the National Missionary Convention is becoming a preferred alternative. My responses: First, it”s true church leaders have more

March 21, 2007

Mark A. Taylor

News & Updates Christian Standard Updates

Christian Standard downloadable reprints

New Resources From Us for You

Christian Standard is making select recent series available again as downloadable reprints. Choose from three reformatted resources on skeptics’ questions, ordination, and Calvinism—each download includes the right to make 10 copies.

September 13, 2006

Mark A. Taylor

Culture & Public Square Reconciliation

First Step, Big Step?

Using a child’s first steps as a picture of progress, Mark A. Taylor reflects on “first steps toward unity” at the NACC and urges continued fellowship, shared service, and evangelistic purpose.

November 30, 2005

Christian Standard

News & Updates Christian Standard Updates

New Resources from CHRISTIAN STANDARD

Christian Standard offers three downloadable reprint series reformatted for easy sharing. Each download includes rights to make 10 copies, with topics covering skeptics’ questions, ordination, and a review of Calvinism’s teachings.

September 21, 2005

Mark A. Taylor

Church & Ministry Church Staff

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.