I finally started to "get it" during a recent telephone conversation. My posts over the last year or more on the topic of Church Management Software (CMS) have resulted in many inquiries from readers who are making CMS selection decisions. For the most part, these conversations are with church leaders who have narrowed their search for an application down to 2 options. They want my input on why we selected Church … [Read more...]
The Impact Of Church Systems
The Church Systems And Processes You Implement As A Leader Directly Impact The Behaviors And Outcomes Of Those You Lead
I remember a post written by a senior leadership team member at Church Community Builder on the topic of "church systems and processes." It confirmed much of what I believe and have shared here on Executive Pastor Online related to building a solid and effective infrastructure. I think it was a college football analogy as an example of how ... The church systems and processes you implement as a leader directly … [Read more...]
Making Technology Decisions
Common Mistakes Made When Considering Applications And Other Tools In The Church Along With A Few Suggestions
Mistakes are can be costly but are almost always the best teachers. A common mistake that I have seen churches make is not using a good process for making decisions related to technology. Technology has the ability to help our ministries make disciples, engage volunteers and connect with visitors, but it can also be distracting, time-consuming, and a waste of money. How we make decisions about technology can be the … [Read more...]
Church Management Software
Some Interesting Conversations And Observations Lately On This Topic
I have conversations with church leaders about Church Management Software (CMS) almost daily. If you've been a reader for a while, you know that I consider a church's choice of CMS providers to be one of the most critical. And, as you also know, our church has been a happy Church Community Builder customer for a long time. I think it was late 2011 when we first talked to them, and our implementation was done … [Read more...]