Cathedrals were the space programs of the medieval period. Designing and building a cathedral was an act of daring, vision, boundary-pushing, and determination. Cathedrals were more than “fancy churches.” They … Read More
What we learned in 2022
2022 is coming to an end. Whether you are ready or not, the countdown to 2023 is on. It’s a time of year when many of us reflect back on … Read More
Fear Not
In the opening chapters of the Gospel of Luke, we encounter some of the first people to be informed of the imminent unfolding of God’s master plan, and they were … Read More
Thank you: say it like you mean it
For many, this is the season of giving. Buying gifts for friends and family. Dropping off toys, food, and clothing at local food banks and churches for those in need. … Read More
Three things we learned from Giving Tuesday (that you can still implement before year end!)
Giving Tuesday is now ingrained into the holiday season, and it’s more popular than ever. The Giving Tuesday Data Commons estimates that “giving in the United States alone totaled $3.1 … Read More
Into the Unknown
For those with small children, or those who just love Disney, you may have heard Idina Menzel’s voice belting out a chorus from Frozen 2. It’s the current soundtrack of … Read More
Thankful through it all
Extraordinary. Unprecedented. Unexpected. These are words that are far too familiar to most of us, looking backwards at two plus years of “new normals” and looking forward into the next … Read More
Bridging the Development and Finance Divide
It’s amazing how God weaves such a unique group of people into our ministries, with different skill sets and distinctive strengths, each created with a unique perspective on their contribution … Read More
Get over the complicated and keep it simple
There’s an old rule of thumb that says 95% of the people only use 5% of the functions. This is never more true — as Donald Norman pointed out in … Read More
CLA Outcomes Conference in Louisville
We would love to see you at Christian Leadership Alliance’s Outcomes Conference on April 26-28 in Louisville! This will be an encouraging time, rich with opportunities to connect, engage, and … Read More