Articles for tag: Howard R. Brammer

July 24, 2014

By Howard R. Brammer (From our series “The Best or Worst Advice I”ve Ever Received.”) A few weeks into my new ministry with Traders Point Christian Church, it became clear we weren”t growing as quickly as anticipated. We told no stories in the church newsletter of rapid growth and large worship service crowds””there were no such stories. Actually there were unprinted accounts of a few people who were leaving. My concern increased to the point that I brought the matter to the attention of church leaders. I didn”t anticipate I would receive timely advice I have applied to many ministry

July 2, 2013

Christian Standard

Church Leadership

40 Under 40: Aaron Brockett

AARON BROCKETT Lead pastor,Â Traders Point Christian Church,Â Indianapolis, Indiana “Masterful” was the only word in the e-mail I sent to Aaron on a Monday morning to comment on his sermon of the day before. It was the best word I could think of to express appreciation and to convey encouragement. Actually, there are many Monday mornings that this procedure could be repeated without becoming trite or overused. Aaron”s teaching is relevant while firmly grounded in Jesus and his story . . . lengthy but highly engaging . . . delivered without notes yet extremely well-prepared. He is straightforward but