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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Does your church have the right facility staff? In our last article we addressed several critical issues related to facility staffing for most churches, including the following: The ideal ratio of FTE to facility square footage is 1 employee for every 35,000 sq. ft....
You may not consider your church to be liturgical, but every church has a liturgy that they follow. You may have certain ways your services typically flow, when and how you baptize people, how you partake in communion, and even how you start and end your services....
Taking time to unplug during vacations is vital for the success of yourself and your team. Much has been written about the personal benefits during vacation weeks. But there isn’t the same level of attention paid to the benefits others receive while we are away. When...
Responding to popular demand, CFX will again be offering special masterclass sessions in the areas of Audio, Video, Security, and Leadership. These sessions take place on October 21, the day before the expo and general sessions, and require separate registration. The...
Recently, I have received numerous questions from Tech Team Leaders with the same question: How do they get younger members to join their tech team? Encouraging younger members of your congregation to join the church tech team can be a rewarding way to involve them in...
Hello, I’m Gene Lass, Editor-in-Chief of Security Connections. To better serve your informational needs we’re looking for input on the topics most important to you and your church.Please take a minute or so to complete the...
Why is it that so many people are eager to participate in the worship band, yet skilled audio technicians are so difficult to find? I've observed a trend in medium to small churches where there is often a shortage of experienced audio techs. In many cases, the audio...
“5D Theory” represents the five key reasons (starting with D) why people often visit a church for the first time: Divorce, Death, Displacement, Disaster, and Development. These guests are likely seeking comfort, community, and spiritual guidance during a significant...
Hello, I’m Gene Lass, Editor-in-Chief of Video and Lighting Connections. To better serve your informational needs we’re looking for input on the topics most important to you and your church.Please take a minute or so to complete the...
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