David Leuschner talks to Nicole Lucas, author of "Leadership Frameworks" about how leadership skills, social skills, and emotional intelligence apply to leading a tech team.Other topics include: What to do with your used production gear What churches need to do to...
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When Self-Confidence Turns Into an Ego Problem
Have you ever felt the power of a kick drum through a massive PA system? It’s incredible—and dangerous. The rush of moving thousands of people, whether as a musician, worship leader, or audio engineer, can quickly shift from confidence to ego if we’re not careful. It...
Transitioning Jobs Well
Over the past two years I’ve had many conversations with friends considering a job transition. Some of those resigned and some were fired. Some of those were working in the secular workplace and some in the sacred. Below is the advice I’ve given those friends. The...
Church Safety and Security Plans: Nice to Have or Need to Have?
During a finance meeting last week, I received a call from a church leader. They were discussing the adoption of a safety and security plan for their 130-member congregation. The only question they wanted me to answer was, "Are these plans nice to have or need to...
24 Quick Year-end Church Communication Tips for 2024
The end of the year is your chance to shine as a church and prepare for the future. These tips will help your church be known for clear, strategic communication as you close out 2024 (and anticipate 2025)! Internal Church Communication Tips 1. Thank Your Team: Send...
How to Give Back to Your Local Community Through Church Real Estate Ownership
We’ve all heard the popular line: “Preach the gospel always. When necessary, use words.” As individuals, we can implement this through our actions and decisions. But what about as a church? How can we “preach the gospel” and build the Kingdom of God as a church apart...
How a $330,000 Church Embezzlement Exposed Crucial Financial Gaps
A Cautionary Tale: What Happened and Why? In November 2024, Kaitlyn Fisher, a 31-year-old former administrative executive assistant for The Presbytery of Kendall in Idaho Falls, Idaho, was sentenced to three to ten years in prison for embezzling over $330,000. The...
Video Surveillance in Nonprofits: Compliance, Privacy, and Retention Guidelines
Security and other video camera usage has become nearly ubiquitous these days. Nonprofits regularly install and often use cameras around entryways for security purposes and for monitoring children’s programs, as well as for now similarly commonplace videoconferences....
Safeguarding Your Church’s Future
Whether you’re navigating today’s financial challenges or preparing for the future, this webinar will provide you with practical tools and valuable insights to protect and grow your church’s resources as your church faces challenges in the next 1-5 years such as: Debt...
What To Look For In A Church
Recently on a podcast I was asked what to look for in a church. A great question, one I've subconsciously felt for years but never consciously thought about. I responded with a contrast. Instead of looking for a church that focuses on temporal internal needs, look for...
Do You Speak “Guest”? Learning to Speak Community Lingo
When people walk through your church doors for the first time, they’re often seeking connection, spiritual help, or a place to belong and thrive. But even the most welcoming worship centers can unintentionally alienate guests if your communication is filled with...
Stream CFX 2024 for Free
If you couldn't make it to the Church Facilities Expo this year, you and your team can still benefit from some of the event's remarkable sessions by streaming them for free for the next 30 days. The sessions include: Ryan Miller, Founder and Coach at Share the...
Day Three of CFX 2024!
This year's Church Facilities Expo draws to a close today in Chattanooga, TN, but if you can make it in, you should. Conference sessions covering a wide variety of topics in the areas of Leadership, Tech Arts, Security, Facility Management, and Church Building will be...
Day Two of CFX 2024
Today is the first full day of Church Facilities Expo 2024 in Chattanooga, TN. Attendees can register on-site from 7:00 - 3:00. Attendees can register for just the Expo, or for any of the 4 conferences. Anyone registering for a conference will also gain admission to...
CFX 2024 Begins!
This year's Church Facilities Expo starts today in Chattanooga, TN with one of the most popular features: Pre-conference masterclasses. Taking place from 1-5 PM, these sessions provide a deep dive into audio mixing, church security, leadership, and video storytelling....
Worship Facility Podcast: Recruiting and Training Volunteers
David Leuschner talks to Stephanie Lippi, Manager of Church Facilities Expo, to learn what makes CFX 2024 different and better than ever, such as more sessions and hands-on training. Then David discusses church volunteers with Justin Firesheets of Church of the...
Ask the Editor: How Do I Get Better Engagement for My Church Safety Training?
This Week’s Question from Matthew Evans at Calvary Lutheran Church, California "One of the struggles we have each fall is getting our team together for safety training. Someone is always committed elsewhere or missing. How do we get better engagement?" Matthew, you're...
10 Secrets To A Successful Social Media Presence
In today's digital age, social media has become an invaluable tool for churches to connect with their congregation, engage with the wider community and spread their message of faith. With millions of people actively using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,...
Hurricane Helene Has Not Affected CFX 2024 in Chattanooga
While much of the Southeast, including Eastern Tennessee, sustained heavy damage during Hurricane Helene a week ago, Chattanooga did not experience damage, and the Chattanooga Convention Center, and downtown areas are open and functioning normally. Rest assured, CFX...
Community Stewardship During Natural Disasters
Our country has an unparalleled diverse geography and natural beauty for all to cherish living in. Thousands of miles of coasts, sweeping plains, mountain ranges, lakes: the rest of this article could be spent listing the United States’ various geological terrains and...
Effective Church Marketing: Reach More People in Your City (8 Ways)
As a church leader, your ultimate goals are reaching your community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and keeping your congregation happy as you build ministry discipleship. Church marketing is essential for your growth though. So, focus externally on your community to...