by Barry Howard | Dec 16, 2020 | Opinion
Trends and changes impacting houses of faith have been accelerated by the global pandemic. Changes to staffing models are now a top priority for congregations to respond constructively in this new era of ministry. Most churches with which I am acquainted employ a...
by Barry Howard | Dec 15, 2020 | Opinion
The sports and business worlds often have been more proactive in updating their staffing models than the church world. This reality became evident in talking with a collegiate football coach a few months ago. He and I were discussing ways that coaching and pastoring...
by Barry Howard | Apr 27, 2020 | Opinion
Church looks and feels very different right now. For the past six to seven weeks, as a proactive expression of love for our people and our communities, most of our churches have been gathering online for worship, Bible study and committee meetings rather than...
by Barry Howard | Apr 6, 2020 | Opinion
Long before we knew concerns related to the COVID-19 virus would shift churches from in-person gatherings to online communities, those serving in the clergy and other caring vocations were considered more at risk for burnout and depression than other professions....
by Barry Howard | Mar 26, 2020 | Opinion
If it feels like your emotions are “all over the map” during these days of sequester, quarantine or “physical distancing,” you are not alone. In addition to altering our schedules and delaying many of our plans, the closures and life interruptions will likely disrupt...
