You intuitively know that words set to music sink in more deeply than plain text does. They become part of your muscle memory. That’s why the new hymnal Singing the New Testament is important.

Here are some pointers on visiting from Jim Dekker (pastor's network).  

The two biggest reasons your church would want Google Apps are (1) you don't need any hardware or software — no server, no software licenses to buy — and (2) it's free to non-profits!

How do you determine the balance between too much or too little organization? Leaders need to understand their mission and clearly see that the structure and organization assists in accomplishing ministry. 

One of the nicest things you can do for your leaders is to set up a closet (or a room or some other space) with the essential supplies they’ll need to teach.

What sort of education is needed to become a missionary? Is it important to serve under an agency? Find answers to some commonly asked missions questions below. 

Now what? Your mission trip is coming to an end…you’ve packed your bags to return home and are looking forward to seeing family and friends again. But what will that be like? How will they understand the experiences you’ve encountered?

What does this arrangement say about who or what is most important in worship? What does it convey about how or whether people in the seats or pews take part in worship? What does it imply about who calls you to or leads worship?

Here are some specific ways in which you may want to help your team members individually and corporately nurture their faith.

As Christian Reformed congregations reclaim the importance of baptism, they’re making the sacrament multisensory and helping worshipers “live into” their baptisms.