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November 1, 2021

Doing Ministry During the Holidays

By Jim Estep Christmas is undeniably the most celebrated season of the year. It used to begin with Thanksgiving (the time my wife allows me to set up the tree and decorate the house), but it seems like we begin seeing Christmas items on television and on store shelves earlier and earlier. QVC began having Christmas specials in July! Society may be better prepared for Christmas than the church, although for different reasons. The holiday season, particularly from Thanksgiving to Christmas, offers the church an unprecedented opportunity to minister. However, like most opportunities, we can fail to make the most

June 21, 2009

Christian Standard

Church & Ministry Teaching

How to Communicate with Excellence

By Tony Jeary Â Who”s a Presenter? YOU Are! Tony Jeary”s new book, Purpose-Filled Presentations, will show you how to lead a small group, make a presentation to a committee or class, or share your faith with someone next door. Tony, acclaimed by corporate leaders and motivational experts as “Mr. Presentation,” explains how any Christian can communicate more effectively to anybody, anytime, anywhere! You”ll enjoy his practical, step-by-step approach. You”ll learn how to use his simple “Seven Steps to Effective Presentations” (the first four are highlighted in this article): 1. Clarify Objectives 2. Define Your Audience 3. Gather Content 4.