Staff Development Topic

Teamwork and Follow-Up

Growth Point—12

April 18, 2012

Jesus didn’t simply do the ministry Himself, but He taught His disciples how to do it as well. He involved them in the ministry, mentoring and training along the way.

Growth Points, Outreach, Pastoral Leadership, Staff Development, Video

4 Characteristics of a Godly Influence in the Office

Helping Others Get Closer to God

Lisa Stoner

April 13, 2012

If you are on the staff of a church, you are an example to someone. You may just think of yourself as a secretary, or office worker, but in reality you are more than that. Just being “on staff” makes you an example and a leader. You need to accept it, and allow it to affect what you do and how you behave.

Christian Living, Secretarial and Support, Staff Development

Encouraging Laymen to Attend Spiritual Leadership Conference

Spiritual Leadership Conference Will Help Your Entire Church

Jonathan Blankenship

February 22, 2012

One area Independent Baptists are not lacking in is our full schedule of conferences and meetings. From coast to coast there are ample opportunities to attend meetings that will “re-charge your battery.”

Idea, Pastoral Leadership, Staff Development

Higher Call Student Summit in West Florida

Training for Youth and Youth Leaders

Cary Schmidt

February 15, 2012

This meeting is a two-day event hosted by Victory Baptist Church of Milton, FL in conjunction with West Coast Baptist College. The two days will feature Bible preaching and teaching for students, as well as practical training and encouragement for leaders and parents.

Staff Development, Student Ministry, Teens

Brainstorm in Perfect Form

How to Breath Fresh Life into Your Ministry

Joshua Irmler

January 30, 2012

Definition of template ministry: The process of executing annual programs & events the same way year after year without interjecting fresh life into them. While template ministry provides significant organizational structure, it can also have side effects that lead to sterile, lifeless, and monotonous ministry programs over time.

Idea, Pastoral Leadership, Staff Development

When Is a Young Man Ready to Start a Church?

Essential Traits of a Church Planter

Jim Townsley

December 16, 2011

The need for young men to start churches is greater than any time in history since the beginning of the first church at Jerusalem.

Church Planting, Staff Development

The Role and Authority of the Pastor in Church Planting

Pastors Should Take Point in Planting New Churches

Dr. Tim Cruse

December 08, 2011

The church at Antioch in Acts 13 sent out men who were called, qualified, and capable. They were not looking for somewhere to send someone to be “an encouragement” to them. They were not looking for a place of service elsewhere for those who could not or would not serve effectively in their own local church.

Church Planting, Local Church, Pastoral Leadership, Staff Development

3 Steps to Significant Growth

Praying and Preparing for Church Growth

Dr. Mike Mutchler

November 15, 2011

Every pastor wants his church to grow. Many pastors do not realize that they often hold the key to significant growth. We know that God ultimately blesses a church with numerical growth as He sees fit, but the pastor can unlock the door to usher in this growth if he is willing to pay the price.

Church Growth, Local Church, Pastoral Leadership, Staff Development

Attributes of a Great Assistant

What Administrators Value in Their Assistants

Bonnie Ferrso

October 07, 2011

What makes a great administrative assistant? Is it outstanding organizational skills? Is it judgment and strength as a gatekeeper? Is it a knack for anticipating and solving problems?

Attitude, Secretarial and Support, Staff Development

The Total Quality School Management Process

Advancing Excellence in Christian Education

Dr. Manuel Salazar

July 09, 2011

Many school boards and administrators desire to see their schools improve, but often do not know where to start. In order to better assist Christian educators, this author has created a helpful and effective framework called Total Quality School Management (TQSM) to properly evaluate and assist schools in this worthy endeavor.

Christian Education, Leadership, Planning, Staff Development