Never have I watched a video about leadership so engaging, thought provoking, and toe-tapping that I immediately went out and bought the… continue reading

Having grown up and served in rural Indiana congregations, I have an appreciation for the “small country church” and all the dynamics that go with… continue reading

When asked by Tim Shapiro to be the director of the northeast satellite office of the Center for Congregations in April of 2006, I originally said… continue reading

Brian Witwer retires at the end of 2013 after 7½ years as director of the northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne. Center staff bid a… continue reading

Robert W. Wendover, director of the Center for Generational Studies, has written an intriguing article about the challenges of decision-making for… continue reading

Every pastor, rabbi, imam and congregational leader needs to read Toxic Charity: How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help (And How to… continue reading

“Even the words 'strategic planning' leave me cold,” admitted a clergy person to me recently.  “I’m not trained in business practices, and besides… continue reading

“The difference that this project has made is in the attitudes and hearts of the people... where once they thought they couldn’t, they are now… continue reading

“I just spent most of the morning writing checks and addressing envelopes.  I am going to learn to do this online if it kills me!”  My 78-year-old… continue reading

Caring well for one another is both a goal and a hallmark of many congregations. But the unpredictability of illness and death can make it… continue reading