To take their congregation on a journey of fresh steps in ministry and mission, pastors need to practice 4 x 4 leadership essentials. The first 4 x4 leadership essential is hope.

As we close out 2020, the most unusual year of my lifetime, I’m reflecting on the fact that we as humans, though fearfully and wonderfully made, are still only, well—human.

Curious which Network resources received the most views in the past year? Here are the top 10 (ranked by page views).

This past spring I found a spaghetti pie at my front door. The note of explanation: “Making 21 meals at home each week is a lot. Tonight’s on me.” 

The stress of ministry during COVID is leading good pastors to consider leaving ministry altogether. They're burned out and exhausted. Here's how your council could help.

This pandemic has forced people to finally listen and to confront the pain in parts of the body of Christ that had previously been swept aside and forgotten.

Meet Phillip, a member of Chelwood CRC. He was recently ordained as a deacon in his church. He has shared his unique gifts that God has given him for many years at his church. What a blessing!

Our family Christmas card this year includes my daughter’s painted wreath with the word "hope." We could have chosen other words but "hope" seemed most fitting. 

I can’t remember a December that felt so empty. But rather than dwelling on the isolation I am choosing to rest in the peace and quiet.