Tag: Innovation

Adopt the mindset of ‘forward thrive’

Rev. Dr. David Bell explores why church leaders get stuck in “reactionary paralysis” and offers an alternative possibility of what it means to be a thriving, resilient leader.

Leadership in today’s cultural landscape

Rev. Dr. David Bell addresses how we can navigate the complexities of contemporary leadership and drive meaningful impact in our organizations and communities.

Michigan districts celebrate jubilee

The Boards of Mission in the districts of The Michigan Conference are supporting new ministry initiatives thanks to actions taken by the 2018 Annual Conference. Superintendents’ Dowry Reports have details.

Choosing ‘bold over cool’

The pastor shares how a church claimed their “congregational DNA.”

Why people resist change

Pastor Ron Edmondson asks, “Leader, are you paying attention to the emotions of change?”

Let it happen

Rev. Tamara Williams reflects on what she has learned while Albion Superintendent.

5 ways to be innovative

Pastor and blogger Ben Gosden says he is “tired of church as usual.”

What does it take to trust?

This month’s “Perspective on Hope” envisions a future founded in God’s unfailing grace.

Ready for God’s spark?

God sparks innovations, but only on God’s terms, and those terms usually involve disruption.