Can You Hear Me Now?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy published interesting facts about Generation Y: People in their 20s. Encompassing data from multiple sources, the snapshots provide intriguing insight into the preferences and attitudes of the millennial. 93% say they prefer to receive...

Church Financing and Stalled Building Projects

During the last 18 months I’ve had multiple opportunities to speak at seminars and conferences in different parts of the county. In most instances, there have been in the audience architects, builders, general contractors and other professionals who serve...

No More Excuses for Church Generosity

Several of us agreed a couple of months ago to stop talking about the economy. Enough already. Stop whining. Indeed, what has been viewed by many as an obstacle to funding ministry and capital projects is having less and less of an impact today. I have been blessed to...

Navigating Capital Projects in a Tough Economy

Our first “On the Table” luncheon was a hit! Fifty Kansas City area ministry leaders assembled at the Hereford House for a great time of food and fellowship, with the opportunity to hear Senior Pastor Derrick Lynch of Blue Valley Baptist Church tackle the...

Pastor, How is your Generosity Report Card?

We recently received the latest report card from my daughter’s high school. (She holds a 4.0 by the way – way to go, Ashley!) Every quarter we get the grade card, and every mid-term we receive a progress report. As a former educator, I love reviewing the...

3 Simple Tips to Improve This Weekend’s Offering

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