‘On my honor’: A church marketing lesson from the Boy Scouts
Today's church marketing challenge is brought to you by the Boy Scouts of America. Boy Scout Motto Be prepared. Boy Scout Slogan Do a good turn daily. Have a great Friday!
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What do Moses and Mark McGwire have in common?
Have you ever put faith in a person? If so, did that person let you down? (more…)
Saturday Rewind: How much is one soul worth?
Originally published on August 24, 2012. ROI. Return on Investment. It's a phrase that rattles through businesses worldwide. It often drives the world of marketing -- church marketing, included. How much did we receive in ....
Free church marketing tip: Community calendars
Is your church planning an upcoming event? Before you drop money on advertising, consider this: (more…)
Sometimes you need to stop and rest
There's no shame in stopping to rest. There's this thought swirling around the world that if you stop doing, if you stop growing, if you don't push through overwhelming odds, if you don't win the ....
Three words, one important church marketing lesson
Just be nice. This was the message of our sermon this past Sunday. I thought it was worth repeating. It's quite an effective church marketing strategy, wouldn't you say? *** Learn more about Hands and ....
Church Marketing: You have permission to laugh
I laugh a lot. My wife tells me I sometimes laugh at the wrong time. Like tonight at church while we sang a hymn that had the words "ox and ass." (more…)
Above (the world) and (not) Beyond (the Bible)
What kind of service do you expect when you enter a store or a restaurant? Kindness. A smile. Quick and honest answers to questions. A trustworthy and high-quality product. Consistency. Do you provide that quality ....
Saturday Rewind: No payment due for services rendered
Originally posted on August 23, 2012 During a recent lunch conversation, a coworker of mine and I were discussing Christian service. The essence of our conversation stuck with me: Service is a one-way street. My ....
Thanksgiving: An opportunity to share
If someone asks you what you're thankful for today, take the opportunity to express thanks for Jesus and what He's done for you, your family and your church. Many blessings to you this Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Your ....