3 Ways to Lead Your Church Differently in 2019
I understand. It’s difficult to lead a congregation. Trying to communicate effectively to a group is a large task since so many people want so many different things. You’re also guiding them spiritually and chiding them for veering from the spiritual path. So much to do, so little time to do it.
Here are 3 leadership things to consider doing differently. You may be impressed with the many benefits you’ll enjoy later!
Promote less. Church communication often becomes all about promoting events and opportunities in the church. Don’t lose sight of engaging with a broader approach. Engagement requires experiencing life together and authentically walking with your congregation. Loving them, guiding them, correcting them. And using events to reinforce those important things....
3 Complicated Components of Church Communications
Recently, I was talking to someone about their ability to bake bread. He said, “it really isn’t that difficult”. Then I challenged him further and he admitted, “well, once you figure out how to get the yeast to rise properly”.
Maybe this is why everyone doesn’t make bread, even though there’s something wonderful about the smell of fresh baked loaves and eating the sweet, warm, slices slathered in rich butter.
It reminds me of an important truth: it’s important to understand the difficult steps before you get started with any of the steps.
Effective church communication is a wonderful, enjoyable product but you need to assess the complicated parts, to determine if you think you can conquer them first, before setting out to...