Church Tips – Growth Strategies for Pastors & Ministry Leaders

In this thought-provoking episode of the Church Tips Podcast, we explore a different perspective on social media engagement. Join David Lindell, Executive Ministry Pastor at James River Church, as he shares insights on the importance of refraining from posting about people/ministries with whom we disagree and even those who may be wrong on social media.  Discover a fresh approach that focuses on b...

Do you ever feel stuck? You’re doing everything possible to move forward and experience growth, but the breakthrough you’re looking for just isn’t happening. Join church planter and director of the Church Multiplication Network, Jeffery Portmann, and Leaders. Church Co-Founder Jonathan Hardy as they talk about Jeffery Portmann's new book, Delayed Destiny. Buy the book: https://a.co/d/by4hL3V...

Set your team up for success and grow your ministry by building up and developing the worship team members. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as they talk about equipping and developing your worship team members. The Worship Leadership Track by Jeff Deyo is LIVE! http://leaders.church/worship PDF's: https://leaders.church/gaps https://le...

Set expectations for your worship team to decrease burnout and increase participation! By communicating what is expected, your worship team members can focus on what's important, instead of worrying about what might happen. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as they discuss practical ways to clearly communicate expectations. The Worship L...

Engagement and participation of your congregation is crucial as you develop and grow in your worship ministry. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as they discuss ways to increase participation, and keep the congregation engaged. The Worship Leadership Track by Jeff Deyo is LIVE! http://leaders.church/worship PDF's: https://leaders.church/...

Worship expands beyond the stage and the team, it's a lifestyle. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as they begin the discussion on what it means to live and lead a life of worship. The Worship Leadership Track by Jeff Deyo is LIVE! http://leaders.church/worship PDF's: https://leaders.church/gaps https://leaders.church/honor ----- Wa...

In this episode, Jeff Deyo talks about tearing down the walls in your congregation and encouraging them to engage in worship. These 4 keys can help you bring your worship ministry to the next level! The Worship Leadership Track by Jeff Deyo is LIVE! http://leaders.church/worship PDF's: https://leaders.church/gaps https://leaders.church/honor ----- Want more free content? ----- Check out this...

In this episode, Jeff Deyo continues the discussion about dealing with criticism as a worship leader. Criticism can be a tough topic to deal with when it comes to people's music preferences and styles of worship. While we can't please everyone, we can serve everyone, and knowing how to respond to criticism will make all the difference. Be notified when the Worship Leadership Track by Jef...

In this episode, Jeff Deyo talks about dealing with criticism as a worship leader. Criticism can be a tough topic to deal with when it comes to people's music preferences and styles of worship. While we can't please everyone, we can serve everyone, and knowing how to respond to criticism will make all the difference. Be notified when the Worship Leadership Track by Jeff Deyo is live! htt...

In this video, Jeff Deyo is continuing the discussion on the nitty gritty life of a worship pastor. In this episode, we're talking about getting started as a worship pastor, balancing ministry with personal life, and more. If you're new to the worship pastor position or want to brush up on some of the basics, this video is for you! Join us as we discuss managing your worship team, the da...

Before the worship team begins to sing, there are countless hours of rehearsals, preparations, team coordination, and emails. Worship pastors and leaders need to understand the foundational components of leading a team before they take the stage and lead your congregation in worship.  Former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, dives into the Nitty Gritty life of a  Worship Pastor. Jeff provides tip...

Don't drag your feet on worship transitions. They may seem complicated and require hours of thought and testing, but in reality, they can be simple and easy to train your worship team! Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as they approach and tackle the often-awkward transitions between worship songs. Smooth Transitions Blog: https://leader...

Don’t allow the tension between your worship team and production team to grow.  Alleviate that tension and bring them together. Join Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, as they discuss ways to alleviate tension, and communicate efficiently with the production team. Worship Team Rehearsal Blog: https://leaders.church/8-things-for-your-worship-team-to-...

The best, godly worship teams can still have trouble staying focused. Join Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, as they discuss tips to overcome distractions during worship practice and how to keep rehearsals fun AND productive! Worship Team Effectiveness Blog: https://leaders.church/6-steps-for-increasing-worship-team-effectiveness/ PDF's: https...

Even good, godly worship teams hit bumps in the road. Sometimes tough conversations are inevitable in any leadership role including that of the Lead Pastor and the Worship Leader. Join Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, as they discuss ways to have those hard conversations with worship team members. Initiating those conversations and defusing team m...

Celebrating your worship team is crucial for increasing team morale and team development. Join Leaders. Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and Sonicflood former lead singer, Jeff Deyo as they discuss ways to show sincere appreciation for the worship team. Whether you are the lead pastor, worship leader, or part of the production team, it's important to give genuine encouragement to those leading th...

It's one thing to print a book, but how do you actually get it into people's hands? Books don't just jump off the shelves, there are strategic things you have to do. In this episode of the Church Tips podcast, we're going to be sharing tips to get the book out there. We encourage you to go back and listen to the previous episodes. Ep. 104:  Pastor, Got a Book Idea in You? Ep. 1...

Here's a recap of the titles for the last three episodes: Ep. 104:  Pastor, Got a Book Idea in You? Ep. 105:  Arrow Striker is LIVE for You!  Ep 106: The Busy Pastor's Guide to Writing a Book Today we're going to talk about the options available to you for publishing your book. There is the more traditional option, where a publisher picks up your manuscript and they put it into prin...

Here's a recap of the titles for the last two episodes: Ep. 104:  Pastor, Got a Book Idea in You? Ep. 105:  Arrow Striker is LIVE for You!  In Arrow Striker , you’ll discover how to live every single day with purpose so you can have an eternal impact on the people around you. God wants to use your sphere of influence to get messages out that He has birthed  inside you. Where do you start writ...

In this episode of the Church Tips podcast, we talk about Arrow Striker going LIVE! In Arrow Striker , you’ll discover how to live every single day with purpose so you can have an eternal impact on the people around you. This is an incredible book, for both pastors and the people in their churches. For today ONLY, we are offering five $50 Amazon gift cards to celebrate the launch of the book! When...

In this episode, co-hosts Dick & Jonathan Hardy share a brief update on how Arrow Striker became a #1 best seller in another Amazon category Monday night and what that did to Amazon's inventory. Fortunately, there's still hope to grab your copy as more books will be available at any hour! What does this mean for now? 1) You can still buy the book  ebook Audiobook ArrowStriker.com ( O...

In this episode of the Church Tips podcast, we talk about the #1 action you need to take to get your book from concept to print. Many pastors and ministry leaders have something to say, and they have a desire to put those thoughts into a book. If you find yourself in this situation, this episode is for you. Jonathan Hardy, first-time author and co-host of the Church Tips podcast, shares tips based...

In this episode of the Church Tips Podcast, pastor and author Chase Replogle unpacks his new book, The 5 Masculine Instincts . Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources: https://leaders.church/podcast/103-chase-replogle-the-5-masculine-instincts/ The 5 Masculine Instincts Book RESOURCES FOR MINISTRY: https://leaders.church https://churchuniversity.com

In this episode of the Church Tips Podcast, author Louie Giglio is unpacking his new book, At the Table with Jesus. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources: https://leaders.church/podcast/102-louie-giglio-at-the-table-with-jesus/ At the Table with Jesus Book Link Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table Book Link

We are sitting down with Pastor Chris Hodges to hear about his book, Out of the Cave. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources Grab a copy of Out of the Cave