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Ministry to the Phone-Addicted | Smartphones have changed the world—and not always for the better. I remember talking to one pastor who described smartphones as one of his church’s biggest obstacles to discipleship. Smartphones were making it difficult for his church—which was largely comprised of twentysomethings—to spend time with God and each other. Welcome to discipleship in the 21st Century. How do we minister to people who are perpetually distracted by their phones? Discipling in a Digital Age is a resource that will help you start to answer that question. It features wisdom from John Ortberg, Michael Frost, Charles Stone and others to equip you to guide and lead effectively amid digital distraction, hyperconnectedness, and social media savvy. Also, be sure to check out this important piece from Russell Moore on “what recent scandals teach us about “betrayal blindness” in both church and parachurch settings.” |
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Discipling in a Digital Age For better and for worse, technology has changed everything about the way we live—even, and perhaps especially, in the church. As a "digital native" generation rises into leadership and looks for discipleship and mentoring, they bring with them a new set of issues and challenges. This resource includes articles from seasoned ministry veterans that will help you guide and lead effectively amid digital distraction, hyper-connectedness, and social media savvy. John Ortberg, Chris Maxwell, Michael Frost, and more Read More | | | I Kissed Christianity Goodbye After almost two decades, Joshua Harris left ministry battered and exhausted. A few years later, he left the faith altogether. In this bonus episode of the podcast, we try to understand why. Mike Cosper Read More | |
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| Church Staffing Essentials For those who handle your church staff, these handouts will prove helpful. Each of the handouts provides instruction to keep your staff healthy and growing, and includes advice on the sometimes-touchy subjects of hiring and firing. Anita Goldman Horning, Jeanine Parolini, Steve Marr, and more Read More |
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