Posts by Mark Howell
Be an Observer, Not a Watcher
Take the time today to be an observer. Truly understanding people–their motivations, their hopes, their fears–will enable you to design a strategy that will connect beyond the usual suspects. Loved this line from New York Times writer Peter Leschak: “All of us are watchers–of television, of time clocks, of traffic on the freeway–but few of…
Read MoreTop 10 Posts of August, 2011
Here are my top 10 posts of August, 2011. Like most months it’s a mix of new and old; a selection of brand new resources, hot off the press concepts and classic strategies. How to Launch Groups Using a Small Group Connection 101 Ways to Reach Your Community: A Classic from Steve Sjogren The Small…
Read MoreRandall Neighbour’s Latest Learning: An Organic Disciplemaking Model
In a recent post, I pointed out the fact that we’re not living in “a day when the status quo is a good thing. At the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century…it is clearly time to develop a bias toward what’s next.” To help all of us figure out what’s next, I’ve asked a…
Read MoreInnovation Step One: Acknowledge What’s Not Working
Ever stopped what you were doing and became completely and totally 100% honest about the effectiveness of what you are doing? Whether you’ve done that in secret or right smack in the middle of a team meeting…if you want to know the truth…you absolutely must do that. You must! Denial…refusing to call a spade a…
Read MoreEddie Mosley’s Latest Learnings: Easy Connections which Eliminate Obstacles
In a recent post, I pointed out the fact that we’re not living in “a day when the status quo is a good thing. At the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century…it is clearly time to develop a bias toward what’s next.” To help all of us figure out what’s next, I’ve asked a…
Read MoreCourageous: A New Church-Wide Campaign (based on the movie)
Sure to be a popular movie, Courageous: Honor Begins at Home hits theaters on September 30th, 2011. From the creators of Fireproof and Facing the Giants, Courageous provides an “opportunity to encourage your body of believers and to reach out to a community of nonbelievers (from the planning guide).” The Courageous Campaign Kit provides everything…
Read MoreThe Right Answer to the Wrong Question
Here are a few of the most common grouplife questions: Where can I find more leaders? How can I find more apprentice leaders? How can I help groups birth faster? Where can I find better coaches? How can I get more adults to sign up for a group? Ever asked any of those questions? I…
Read MoreScott Boren’s Latest Learning: What Comes After Church-wide Campaigns?
In a recent post, I pointed out the fact that we’re not living in “a day when the status quo is a good thing. At the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century…it is clearly time to develop a bias toward what’s next.” To help all of us figure out what’s next, I’ve asked a…
Read MoreAllen White’s Latest Learning: Finding (More) Great Coaches
“Rapidly growing groups during a church-wide campaign has a very positive upside. New leaders get their gifts in the game. New people are connected into new groups. Relationships are developed. Believers are discipled. There are awesome results all around. The problem comes in caring for new leaders when your coaching structure is already overwhelmed. Where…
Read MoreRick Howerton’s Latest Learning: 6 Compelling Reasons to Consider Intergenerational Groups
“Many will hesitate when it comes to intergenerational* groups. I certainly understand the hesitation. While I am a proponent of all types of groups, there are at least six very compelling reasons churches should consider them.” Rick Howerton ______________________________________ In a recent post, I pointed out the fact that we’re not living in “a day when…
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