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The Facts of Life Cycles
There are probably hundreds of models that depict the life cycle of a church. All of them beg the question, "Where does your church land...
cwethman
Mar 6, 20241 min read
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Real Reason People Won't Change
Here's an article that has helped me (and others) understand why change is so difficult for some.
cwethman
Feb 21, 20241 min read
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The Blessing of Aging Congregations
"This is all I can stands, I can't stands no more!" English drummer, Phil Collins, had a hit song back in 1984 that almost won the...
cwethman
Jun 16, 20237 min read
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Transitions to Transformations
PASTORAL TRANSITION An opportunity to breathe new life into the ministry of congregations. Transitions are a part of life, filled with...
cwethman
Jun 22, 20223 min read
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Vision is a "Must"
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am about to do a new thing; now it springs up; do you not perceive it?”...
cwethman
May 27, 20224 min read
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You've Got to Accentuate the Positive...
"You've got to accentuate the positive, Eliminate the negative Latch on to the affirmative Don't mess with Mister In-Between You've got...
cwethman
May 21, 20222 min read
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Church Organization Development 101: A Call to Action
The renewal process in a faith community can be enhanced by taking into consideration the following areas that each require a Call to...
Chris Wethman
May 21, 20222 min read
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Plans, Plans, Plans and More Plans
“…if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, then think about these things.” (Philippians 4:8) Introduction: A...
Chris Wethman
May 21, 20227 min read
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Church Decline is Not an Option: 9 Vital Components of Church Revitalization
Excerpted from The Malphurs Group 1) REJECTION OF THE STATUS QUO Church revitalization requires a rejection of the status quo. If we are...
Chris Wethman
May 21, 20228 min read
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Bring out the Best: Philippians 4:8
Organizations have a positive core that unleashes positive energy and performance.
cwethman
Feb 28, 20212 min read
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Appreciative Inquiry - For Such a Time as This
Appreciative Inquiry From A Faith Perspective by Chris Wethman, Honoring Strengths, LLC "...if there is any excellence and if there is...
cwethman
Feb 28, 20219 min read
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Crucial Questions to Ask Before Making Post-COVID Plans
Organizations that outperformed their counterparts excelled at these four primary practices.
cwethman
Feb 28, 20218 min read
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I "Hate" the Word "Volunteer"
Nowhere in scripture do we read about the volunteers God used to achieve His purposes.
cwethman
Feb 28, 20216 min read
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cwethman
Feb 28, 20210 min read
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I Can See Clearly Now, the Vain is Gone
“I Can See Clearly Now, the Vain is Gone” Servant Leaders See People First, the Organization Second The headlines of newspapers across...
cwethman
Feb 28, 202112 min read
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The Future for Faith Communities
Is there life after COVID-19? “…if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, then think about these things.”...
cwethman
Feb 28, 20217 min read
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Open with Prayer - An act of compliance or commitment?
DISCERNING GOD’S WILL TOGETHER – LISTENING FOR THE DEEPER QUESTION Discovering a Process of Leadership Discernment By: Christine Wethman,...
cwethman
Feb 28, 20218 min read
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