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What has changed since Covid on Pastor Succession? What are the biggest mistakes and traps that do-it-yourselfers in this process tend to make? The webinar will address these topics [...]
AI can feel like the Wild West, where it's constantly advancing and changing. What can you do to use it to help your teams? Where do you turn for [...]
Ever curious about what happens to all of the financial statements that you submit when applying for a loan? Or how church lenders view the financial health of your [...]
Every year brings a parade of design trends that often create an avalanche of expenses. In case you missed Dave’s Breakfast season at the 2024 XPastor Seminar last month, [...]
William will unpack his latest book, Be the Unicorn. The book addresses the questions of, How do I stand out? and How do I become irreplaceable? William bases the [...]
Estate Planning is an often overlooked financial tool when evaluating church funding now and in the future. National surveys tell us that over 65% of our church members don’t [...]
Despite uncertainties in the financing market, your church may be in a place where you are considering financing for renovations or new building projects. We’ll discuss what many churches [...]
Fletch knows church salaries! He will walk you and Mike through how to set compensation for your church staff. This will feature the just released Salary Forecaster 2025. The [...]
Generosity is an action. It is the ongoing activity of giving away what you can’t take with you at the end of your life. To understand it better, Brad [...]
Leading a team made up of diverse individuals is always a challenge. Balancing different work styles and approaches requires ongoing communication, empathy and flexibility. Successful leadership involves fostering an [...]
Helping Staff Transition To What's Next A question that lingers in the hallways of church offices and in the hearts of some pastors is, "Is there life after vocational [...]
If you're a church that embraces the mission Jesus sent us on to "go and make all disciples,” then you are likely laser-focused in your approach and mindset around [...]
Which Mom or Dad among us does not want to have a steady understanding of how their kids are doing? Likewise, what if you could constantly have a pulse [...]
In this webinar, we will discuss what trademark and copyright is, the importance of filing for protection, and the trademark and copyright application process. Brianna Nevels, Associate Attorney with [...]
People want connection and fellowship at church. Great preaching and family ministries are a must as well—of course! Pivotal, though are spaces that foster community and engagement. Tune in [...]
The Employee Retention Credit (“ERC”) started out as a lesser-known relief provision contained in the CARES Act passed into law at the beginning of the pandemic in March of [...]
God may grant us each the same hours every day, but no two people’s days look the same. Unlike a business, your day-to-day operations go far beyond the brick-and-mortar [...]
Do you feel like your time is wasted in meetings? If so, you’re not alone. “A shocking 71% of professionals report having their time wasted, due to unnecessary or [...]
This is part two of our time with Matt Messier and Carlin Beekman. We had so much great material in part one, that we needed a follow-up. See this [...]
You can raise the visibility of your church with a campus improvement. Mike Gould, an XP at First Baptist Church of Frisco, did that in a series of campus [...]
Multi-site church leaders nationwide are acquiring and launching campuses in record numbers. In this exclusive XPastor webinar, Dave will present five field-tested design strategies for overhauling and launching a [...]
Gallup’s 2023 State of the Global Workplace is out, and we're here to break down everything you need to know as a leader. The main summary statement Gallup wants [...]
Leading a church can be a 24/7 role. Even when taking a regular day off, stress can accumulate over the months. Many churches have instituted sabbatical policies to help [...]
Has your church considered ways you could use your buildings for greater community impact during the week? Join us for a look at how to do this in a [...]
What are specific actions you can take to live and lead at a higher level of integrity? David and Warren recently convened 20 experts in various fields and asked [...]
Gone are the days of thinking attendance leads to engagement. In a digital-first era, churches are re-thinking how to approach community engagement and may not have the right people, [...]
Is the size of a church a leading indicator of health? The idea that a big church is healthy, or a small church is not healthy, may lead to [...]
Pathbreaker Pastors and their churches deserve to see ministry momentum multiplied through a planned pastor succession process. Sadly, that rarely happens with churches and pastors that do it themselves. [...]
Sometimes the relationship with your Church Management software becomes tired, brittle or even broken. No software is perfect, but is your ChMS working as well as it should? Your [...]
The unknowns of the economic uncertainty we face—including a possible recession and higher interest rates—can create challenges as well as potential opportunities for church leaders as they work to [...]
Most church leaders don’t have a will or an estate plan. So it is easy to see why church leaders don’t encourage congregants to get one either. So many [...]
Over the past 3 years the expectations for leaders has only grown more acute. Staff transitions, waning morale, and rising mental health challenges are resulting in new research that [...]
How do you maximize the strength of your church? All of our churches have wonderful strengths, but they are not always fully utilized or appreciated. Gloo connects the faith [...]
Effective leadership boils down to the healthy habits you implement on a consistent basis. But what are those habits? And how do you practically implement them when your calendar [...]
Churches can feel stuck with their property. Real estate should not be the driving factor in your ministry. Ministry comes first and your property should fulfill your church vision. [...]
We had the pandemic and that raised lots of eyebrows about giving. Now we are in a post-pandemic era. There is angst about economic uncertainty and changes in core [...]
Internal controls are vital in the life of a church’s finances. But, what are they? How can they help staff, give great data and protect against fraud? Mike Lee [...]
Wasting money on spaces that really don’t matter is one of the most dangerous pitfalls that a church can fall into. The truth is, anyone can justify why they [...]
Digital solutions undoubtedly play a significant role in Church today, but the technology churches leverage (and how) continues to evolve. Pushpay recently released its 2023 State of Church Technology [...]
Church leaders have extraordinary demands on their time. So when it comes to experiencing growth in your church, you have to think differently about how you run it—and it [...]
When was the last time that you built or renovated your facility? For some it was last year, others 10 years and others … never. Let’s talk with a [...]
Your church website is important to your ministry—of course, we all know that! It is one of the key ways to get information out to members and visitors. In [...]
Politics. Masks. Vaccines. The reasons churches are dividing are legion. How should we as church leaders cultivate spaces where people who have nothing else in common gather and are [...]
When resources are tight, and getting tighter, it could be the perfect time to add a residency to your staff team. Residency is a two year ramp towards full [...]
Creative types are leaving the church. Many feel overworked, burned out or had unrealistic demands. The creative person is essential for your church and has a huge role to [...]
Recent research indicates that high level marital satisfaction is insufficient to keep a marriage healthy by itself. Generations of broken families make it extremely difficult to practice what one [...]
Doing ministry in the twenty first century is expensive—and that was before the recent bout of inflation. Finding ways to generate increased returns on the resources the Lord has [...]
Gene Getz is 90 years old … going on 91 in March. He miraculously survived Covid even though he spent eight months in the hospital. Gene's doctors suggested that [...]
Leading change is difficult. The hardest part is not deciding which path to follow. The bigger challenge is found in the messy human dynamics throughout the journey of change. [...]
The multisite model changed the trajectory of the church in America at the beginning of the 21st century. But what about today? What is the new normal for multisite [...]
Pastoral Succession has been a taboo topic for far too long, but the truth is that every pastor is an interim pastor. Whether you are ready or not, succession [...]
Would you like your congregational engagement to explode during your weekend service? What if your attendees could actually engage with your sermon in real time and tell you how it [...]
The IRS has just informed you of its intent to initiate an inquiry or examination of your church. What happens next? How do you navigate from here? In this [...]
Making sure Sunday, and every day, runs smoothly at church requires a dedicated team. Whether it takes 2 or 52 to staff your church, you need a solid foundation [...]
Comparing key data points against known metrics is a tried-and-true method for assessing financial health for any organization. In this webinar, we will discuss how to answer key financial [...]
Most projects start with a vision, idea, or dream and then quickly run into reality—specifically, the reality of, How are we going to pay for all of this? Join us [...]
Lots of Senior and Lead Pastors are thinking about succession. In the next five years, pivotal leadership in your church could change. How you approach a succession can be [...]
Data security breaches are constantly in the news, but the threat of phishing scams and ransomware attacks aren’t limited to large companies. In fact, ministries are increasingly under attack [...]
Whatever the ethic background of your church attenders and staff, you want to understand and develop diversity—especially in your family ministry. James Logan has a rich background in business, [...]
Let's talk about how Christian leaders can model, practice and teach the principles of relational wisdom. This is a gospel-based form of emotional intelligence, biblical peacemaking and Christian conciliation. [...]
Join us live! We may choose your church website—if you dare submit it. Mark MacDonald, church branding strategist with BeKnownForSomething.com and church communication sage with 35 yrs experience, and [...]
A New Way To Measure Your People Development Efforts According to Gallup’s recent State of the Global Workplace report, 85% of employees are disengaged in their work. But how do [...]
Articulating your Church’s Member Lifecycle or member engagement strategy will help you know your people, define the next steps for growing their faith and result in growing your church. [...]
Churches, like all organizations, are being impacted by inflation and economic uncertainty. What will the effect be on your ministry’s revenues, expenses, and future opportunities? How can you budget [...]
Social Media isn’t evil. It can be very powerful when you start to think about ways to keep your church community engaged when they aren’t in the four walls [...]
Compensation has a huge question mark this year. With inflation and a changing economy, churches are wondering how to pay their staff. Tune in to learn about new high-level [...]
Get answers and try to stump the chumps Once a year we do an open question time. This is your opportunity to bring any church question. Ask anonymously as [...]
From Actual Costs to Best Models What practical insights and trends could research on 3,000 church planters and campus pastors offer? Learn as findings from ECFA’s historic and groundbreaking [...]
From Introverts who actively dodge your overzealous door greeters to extroverts who are the overzealous door greeters, the needs of our communities are as diverse as the people who [...]
Hindsight View of the Re-Expansion of the Church In March of 2020, the church was just humming along! Or so we thought. Without warning, covid became a part of [...]
As leaders, we are called to seek out and then shine a light on the path for the faithful to follow. One of those paths is stewardship and generosity. [...]
This year is a crazy year for compensation. Inflation is high and house prices are even higher! How can you give adequate raises to your staff? What bonuses and [...]
Building a team that is aligned and achieving mission together is one of the greatest joys of leadership. But most ministry leaders right now are feeling the pain of [...]
Your culture drives everything—how you attract great leaders, retain them and how you develop them. It even drives succession. Let’s talk about how the most important investment you can make [...]
It can be easy for a candidate to look good on paper, however most times, a resume just scratches the surface. A resume can reflect more of a candidate's [...]
Balancing Giftedness in the XP role Nick Smith is an XP with a huge Pastoral Heart. He exudes warmth and compassion with plenty of biblical wisdom. How does Nick [...]
Bridging the Gap Between Online Explorers and Your Church Today more than ever, the church has the opportunity to use technology to connect with people. National advertising campaigns are [...]
What separates the good teams from the great teams? Everyone has different opinions, but Holly and her team at Leadr have done the research and have found the 5 things [...]
Attracting Top Talent With Flexible Staffing Solutions Hiring takes an average 36 to 42 days from an application submission to the first day on the job. The gig economy, [...]
What We Expected & What We Found Let’s look at seven surprises that will give encouragement, challenge, and ideas to ponder as we move forward in this uncertain season. [...]
Current Issues that XPs Face Fletch and Keith Duff will talk on current issues that XPs face. These range from dealing with resignations in the last year, to hiring [...]
Designing an Organization Chart that Aligns, Empowers, and Unlocks Your Team Building a team that is aligned and achieving mission together is one of the greatest joys of leadership. [...]
It's estimated that by the end of this year, 53% of the U.S. workforce will be remote. For comparison and perspective, just five years ago in 2017, roughly 5.2% [...]
A Focus on the Next 10 Months to Finish the Year Exceeding Budget Even though giving is stable now, what variables loom ahead that could disrupt your financial world [...]
What I’ve Learned about Listening to Our People Watermark Community Church of Dallas uses periodic surveys to better understand congregants’ experiences, hearts, and opinions regarding COVID. Watermark is an [...]
As the Church continues to evolve in a digital era, learn about the latest technology trends, concerns, and what’s important for churches as they develop strategies for the future [...]
In Part 1, we had so many questions from the live audiences, that we only got half way through the "10 Biggest Mistakes." Now for the second half! With [...]
Many leaders are making expensive financial mistakes that limit their impact. Avoid the seven most problematic areas within your financial operations and discover a blueprint to fully resource your [...]
With decades of experience in publishing annual tax guides for ministers and churches, ECFA (Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability) is uniquely qualified to identify and explain the top tax [...]
Let's talk about tips for coaching your staff for their personal and professional development. This discussion will be with members of the Lead Self Lead Others Team. The ability of [...]
Matt Steen, co-founder of Chemistry Staffing, and David Fletcher, have a poignant talk about the unspoken stress that is causing Churches to make fast and bad, far-reaching decisions. In [...]
You are thinking of a loan for your new building or you might be looking to refinance a current loan. How much debt can your church prudently carry? You haven’t [...]
Hiring and maintaining full-time, on-site workers is expensive, but churches that can successfully migrate—in full or in part—to outsourced work will position themselves to adapt, survive, and ultimately thrive. [...]
Data security breaches are constantly in the news, but the threat of phishing scams and ransomware attacks aren’t limited to large companies. In fact, ministries are increasingly under attack [...]
Back in May, we started a discussion with William Vanderbloemen. At that time, he said: We’re calling 2021 'The Great Covid Churn.' Now, that churn has expanded into what is being [...]
How do you as a church leader stretch yourself and stay fresh? Pastors must engage their minds in creative, fun and dynamic reading. As important as physical exercise, mental [...]
The line from the Apollo 13 movie comes to mind: Houston, we have a problem. Many high-profile minister failings can be traced back to the board not holding the senior [...]
Dealing with Significant Church Issues Covid is the current stress factor for pastors. At day 584 and counting, it has brought many pastors to burnout, more than any other [...]
Join Fletch and Dave Travis, Director of Strategic Counsel to Pastors & Church Boards at Generis, for this fascinating topic. Dave has a vast perspective on how to build [...]
Pastors and federal tax issues is always a hot topic. We all want to use the most benefits that are available ... but are we? This broadcast with Fletch [...]
Are you ready to trust—and relax? Because to avoid burnout, you need to encourage your church employees to pour back into themselves a little each day – while you [...]
Most projects start with a vision, idea, or dream and then quickly run into reality—specifically, the reality of, "How are we going to pay for all of this?" Join us [...]
There is and will be a great deal of turnover in staff positions in the post-pandemic world. What do staff searches look like in this new landscape? Some think [...]
Most banks have a culture of profit. What if a bank took a biblical world view that included profit with the biblical principles of honesty, integrity, truthfulness and fairness? [...]
Launch: The First 90 Days When a new hire begins working at your ministry or organization, the first 90 days are a critical time for them to get onboarded [...]
We would love to share a top list of proven tips for remote teams around accountability. Our team gets asked these questions very often: How do you know the [...]
Is a merger or acquisition right for your church? While there can be many benefits, a successful merger or acquisition requires more than just finding another church that feels [...]
We all have ideas about how our church could grow in the next month. There are a number of digital tools and systems that can help you run your [...]
Assessing Church Financial Health Made Easy—Even if you are not financially inclined So … you’re an XP (or equivalent) and you’re in charge of (among other things) the financial [...]
Church leaders usually fall into one of two categories: you love meetings or you hate them. But meetings are a critical part to building a healthy staff culture, communicating [...]
The stewardship journey is not only the work of a faithful follower of Christ but those chosen to lead them. The church has a unique opportunity to provide leadership [...]
It’s critical to remember that the cycle of requesting and/or receiving a charitable gift is not complete until the expectation and intent of givers have been met. Creating a [...]
In today’s world, not even the church is immune to cyberattacks. Our ministries are vulnerable to phishing, data theft, and even extortion. The attorneys will provide examples of damage [...]
Live and streaming worship continues to morph and change. Join us for a discussion of big ideas to consider in audio-visual design. The past year has taught us that [...]
We’re calling 2021 “The Great COVID Churn.” Because of the exhaustion, burnout, and uncertainty people have experienced over the last 12 months, Churches are seeing an enormous increase in [...]
Churches are reflecting on the past year and how they adapted to the pandemic, including embracing the “new normal” of supporting operations with remote staff. While remote work can [...]
The pandemic season has done two things for a Senior Pastor succession thinking. For many, some long-term senior pastors under 60 years old and now planning to hand over leadership [...]
If going through this recent pandemic has shown us anything, it’s that it’s critical for churches to have an online presence and engage with our online community. Not to [...]
The world has changed dramatically over the past year. In the midst of the global pandemic, ministries are caught in the crosshairs of determining how to protect their religious [...]
What should you expect in projected giving through the balance of 2021? How will you engage more givers to end the year financially better than you expect? Get answers [...]
Molly Matthews is the CEO of Pushpay, a leading provider of donor management solutions that simplify and encourage engagement, payments, and administration, enabling customers to increase participation and build [...]
For years you’ve imagined that irresistible coffee hot-spot on the corner of your property that lures the community to your campus and increases the bottom line. But, you’re not [...]
Join Fletch and Chris Lewis, Senior Manager at Thrivent, for a look at the financial implications of emerging from Covid. We will look at ministry strategy, costs, cash reserves, [...]
Less than 40% of churches Smart Church Solutions have surveyed in our national benchmarking have a defensible plan for capital reserve planning. Capital renewals are inevitable expenses. Every component [...]
If your church has a facility, then you have been entrusted with the care and stewarding of your ministry tool. That means that you will have to set budgets, [...]
The current pandemic and economic circumstances create uncertainty regarding future revenues, expenses, opportunities, and challenges. This brings shifting priorities, strategies and tactics. Let’s see how to tie budgets to [...]
What are the seven most common church designs mistakes? You know, the ones that create the biggest headache for church leaders. Dave Milam will explain a mistake, then watch [...]
Since the start of COVID-19, we have all seen social media platforms blow up with people providing ideas, strategies, warnings, 5 or 10 ways to completely change over the [...]
Fletch, William and Sutton walk through the vital area of church compensation and benefits. In a difficult year, many churches have faced reorgs and/or budget cuts, which means compensation [...]
What is going on in megachurches? How are they growing and what is their racial composition? Fletch talks with Warren Bird and Scott Thumma—the premier researchers on megachurches who [...]
Dave Milam always has ideas, and they are good ones about strategic design for churches. Dave and Fletch will talk about moving out of the COVID-19 season. How will [...]
Fletch and Mike Batts talk through challenging subjects that are often overlooked in board meetings: senior pastor compensation and benefits; compensation of family members; related party transactions; issues that [...]
Even though more than 90% of pastors say groups are the primary vehicle for discipleship in their church, anyone who’s been around church small groups know that groups can [...]
Fletch talks with Dan Reiland about Dan’s latest book, Confident Leader! This will be a fast paced discussion on a vital topic. Come and learn—bring your questions! Dan says about [...]
Why do some churches go from 50 to 500 to 5,000 and beyond, while others seem to cap out at a certain point? What kind of church leader does [...]
Fletch talks with William Vanderbloemen about the next steps for the church. We are in challenging times and COVID-19 is here for a while longer. Perhaps the end date [...]
Let’s go inside two different mergers. One looks through the eyes of the joining church, exploring what led up to starting the merger conversation, what issues they needed to [...]
Kadi puts it this way: “What would your church look like if it were to maximize the dormant gifts of the women God has brought there?” That’s a questions [...]
Of all the things you as an XP have to navigate and worry about, what if a downturn in financial resources this fall is added to your list? Let’s [...]
Whether to pay interns or not has been a sticky subject for a long time. Do you know about the recent decisions from federal appellate courts that have adopted a [...]
Fletch talks with Jenni about Team Culture. Crisis either unites or divides us. And my guess is that you are seeing this more than ever with your team. You [...]
Fletch and Troy Pollock always have intriguing discussions. This time they will focus on how to hone your online giving. This will be coupled with new features in online [...]
Fletch talks with Mike Batts on the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that churches have to reinvent themselves. Mike is the managing partner of Batts Morrison Wales & Lee. He has more than [...]
Fletch talks with Tim Cool about his latest book “Entrusted: A Guide to Intentional Church Facility Stewardship.” Tim has extensive experience in all aspects of church buildings. Get in [...]
XP Nick Smith kicks off his church's new series "Exposure" in a discussion with Fletch about the role of the Executive Pastor, diversity in ministry and God's open doors. [...]
What makes this video of high value is that it is between an Asian American and and African American. This gives good insights into the care that we all [...]
Fletch talks with Stan Endicott, co-founder of Slingshot Group. Stan has developed Improv Leadership. Improv leaders apply five competencies to initiate powerful conversations, create memorable moments, and craft personal [...]
Join a lively discussion that tries to make sense of why evangelical churches and Christ-centered nonprofits are expressing so much optimism about their financial future. Learn who is most [...]
Fletch talks with Tim Lucas and Warren Bird on a fascinating story of a New Jersey church that began “on accident” and grew into one of America’s 100 Fastest-Growing [...]
Four church leaders explore race relations in the church and society. Fletch and Mike Gould will be joined by XPs Nicholas Smith and Tim Samuel. First we listened to Nick [...]
Bishop David Evans is the Senior Pastor of Bethany Baptist Church, Lindenwold, New Jersey. Nicholas Smith is his Executive Pastor. Twenty years ago, Bishop Evans named Nicholas as his designated [...]
Fletch and Mike Gould talk with veteran XP, Keith Duff of Village Bible Church and Christopher Nelson, Director of Business Development at Gloo. Keith used a free congregational survey [...]
Luke Norsworthy started a powerful conversation at this year's XP-Seminar. Many pastors were deeply moved by Luke's talk. Join us for more as Fletch and Luke Norsworthy discuss Luke's [...]
Leadership transitions are crucial. A successful handoff propels an organization forward in its vision and strategies. Rocky transitions cause multitudes of ongoing issues, from which some organizations never recover. [...]
Leadership Live is a concept that Village Bible Church developed to connect with its congregation. Village Bible is a church of 1,500 people, spread across 5 campuses. They were [...]
Churches should always over-communicate with the congregation. This is especially so during a crisis, such as the pandemic. Here is a superb video from Lighthouse Community Church. It is a [...]
Fletch and Warren Bird talk about how church looks differently right now for all of us during the coronavirus pandemic. On this podcast, we cover finances, outreach, and other [...]
COVID-19 has brought culture shock and angst to us all. David Fletcher and Mike Gould explain our discomfort at home, in the home-office, shopping and family life. Experience a [...]
Mike Gould and Fletch hosted Chad Cronin, Campus Pastor at 2|42 Community Church. In an informal discussion, Chad shares about how their church is hosting "After Parties" for newcomers. [...]
Chemistry Staffing led a recent webinar on the "The Nuts and Bolts of Virtual Leadership." This conversation with church leaders is about how to make the shift from in-person [...]
David Fletcher joined Rob Faulk and Lindsey Whinnery to talk about Managing the Impact of COVID-19: How Churches Can Respond. Rob and Lindsey are both partners with CapinCrouse, a national [...]
Fletch and Jonathan Jarboe talk on five keys to make 2020 a great year for your church. In the 40 minute webinar, they will discuss 1) Staffing—how to maximize [...]
Fletch talks more with Warren Bird and Jim Tomberlin about the preliminary findings on "Church Mergers" for those who participated in their online survey. Bird and Tomberlin write: Topics [...]
Fletch continues his discussion with William Vanderbloemen about staffing in the church. Hear this noted leader talk about staffing and how it impacts your church. William Vanderbloemen is [...]
Recently a church leader noticed an old sign in the parking lot which said "towing enforced." That was the first sign that a visitor saw upon entering the property! [...]
Fletch talks with Warren Bird and Jim Tomberlin about the preliminary findings on "Church Mergers" for those who participated in their online survey. Bird and Tomberlin write: Have you [...]
Spiritual growth is a process and you can help people on that path. Identify your process and key milestones to measure. Obtain and utilize the right data. Fletch and [...]
Sex abuse claims remain the top reason churches go to court each year. Fletch interviews Matthew Branaugh, editor for Christianity Today’s ChurchLawAndTax.com, about this troubling ongoing trend in the [...]
There is the familiar story of the church that built a new building, only to discover on opening day that needed aspects were missing. Does a church ever have [...]
Join Fletch and leaders from Thrivent for an insider’s look into church loans. Both Chris Lewis and Teresa Loker have extensive experience that can pull back the curtain on these [...]
Every church wants their people to be as involved as possible. No one wants a church of people on the sidelines. So, why isn't better engagement happening more often? [...]
A connected family engages all members. The same is true for the church family. It takes the wisdom of seniors, the commitment of adults, the passion of youth and [...]
Few staff members feel they can be completely forthright with their superiors concerning “tough situations.” This puts church leadership in a jam. How can leaders know how staff are [...]
Michael Martin and Fletch examine a vital topic of how to ensure your church has financial integrity. When you have a problem in this area, your donors get nervous [...]
Fletch and Troy Pollock began an intriguing discussion at the 2019 XP-Seminar. Back by popular demand, this "state of digital giving" continues that discussion. From his vantage point of working [...]
Dave Milam has helped hundreds of churches around the country with their facilities. One of his most frequent questions is, "How can we make our campus safer?” This webinar [...]
The most expensive hire you will ever make is the wrong person. So how can you discern who’s the right person? Staffing is one of the greatest challenges church [...]
Getting a church loan is an area that most church leaders find murky and complicated. Chris Lewis from Thrivent has expertise from his years of helping churches with their [...]
Fletch takes questions live from webinar participants about a wide range of church ministry. Mike Gould hosts the time as questions come in about how to run a church, [...]
Conversations about salaries are difficult, but they seem to be even more difficult in the church. Veteran executive pastor David Fletcher has over 35 years of experience with these [...]
Pastors get swamped by the tedious amount of salary information now available online. Just a few years ago, there was little data available. The challenge now is sorting through [...]
XPastor gives a "Gold XP" rating to Mosaic Church of Orlando for the intro shot in their welcome video. David Fletcher recently was at Mosaic, helping them on a [...]
Salaries for pastors have unique challenges and quirks that need to be addressed. In this podcast, Michael Martin of ECFA interviews Fletch on this hot topic. Tune in to make [...]
The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability recently said, "XPastor to the Rescue with Church Salary Workshops." Compensation can be a murky issue for churches. Few resources are available that [...]
In these three videos, Fletch and Brad Leeper (President of Generis) talk about generosity in the church. As they answer questions posed by Executive Pastors, many illustrations will be [...]
One of the challenges that churches continually face is that we build sporadically. Dealing with architects, designers and builders happens from time-to-time. This means that XPs and church leaders must [...]
Are you ready for a flood? Are you praying for a flood? Are you anticipating a flood? A flood can be devastating, transformative, or a combination of both. Imagine waking [...]
David Fletcher and Brad Leeper began a video dialogue regarding giving, money, leadership, culture and many other important topics that fall on the shoulders of the Executive Pastor in a [...]
Our friends at Generis are offering their Annual Giving Statement Guide to the XPastor Community. This is an excellent resource! As a leader, you have much to do. Not only [...]
David was featured on the unSeminary podcast. He talked with Rich Birch about a system for training and releasing next generation leaders. If you don't know UnSeminary yet, dive into [...]
Whether you should hire from within or outside the church when a staff position becomes available is a common question. Truth is, there is no right or wrong answer. Watch [...]
In March 2013, David interviewed Mike Erre, the Lead Pastor of EvFree Fullerton. Mike's first Sunday at the church, the worship attendance was 3,000; six months later, the attendance had grown to 4,400. In [...]
Recently I had the privilege of having David Fletcher talk with us on a NavXP webinar, “How to Grow Ministry with Less Money." He shared his wisdom, struggles, and stories of how vision [...]
In this webinar, Fletch interviewed Eric Rojas, the XP of Christ Community Church, a multisite, 5 campus church of 5,500 in the western suburbs of Chicago. Eric has been [...]
Oh, how the XP job has changed! Over the last decade or two, the role of the Executive Pastor has changed significantly. Once a more business role, the position [...]
ECCU Ministry Development Officer Randy Marsh presented, "Staying on Mission: Adapting to Economic Pressure" at the XP-Seminar in February, 2013. Thanks to Randy for sharing wisdom with churches regarding [...]