By Braden Cross BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Historically, email has been the go-to tool for church communication. But if you’re on staff at a church, you’ve likely started to realize communicating through email isn’t working as well as it used to. Church announcements get overlooked, volunteer requests go unseen, and visitor follow-up often slips through the cracks. Open rates … [Read more...]
Most Southern Baptist churches use background checks, fewer receive abuse training
By Aaron Earls BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — New Vision Baptist Church in Murfreesboro has used background checks in its ministry for more than 10 years. “It gives us peace of mind,” said Kellie Clem, financial assistant at New Vision. “Also, there are occasions where it becomes a chance to talk with volunteers about their faith walk due to results that have come back.” According … [Read more...]
Lifeway to continue supporting music ministry through lifewayworship.com
By Carol Pipes BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — After meeting with church music leaders, Lifeway Christian Resources announced its commitment to continue operating lifewayworship.com. Lifeway President and CEO Ben Mandrell said he and the leadership team appreciated the feedback they received over the last several months. “We’ve held listening sessions with over 200 church leaders from … [Read more...]
Special needs ministry remains an untapped opportunity for many churches
By Aaron Earls BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Almost all churches believe they are welcoming places for everyone. But many families that include individuals with special needs often feel otherwise. Experts say it doesn’t have to be this way. Churches who want to welcome everyone, including those with special needs, should begin by asking questions, said Sandra Peoples, the disability … [Read more...]
Lifeway named ‘Best Online Shop’ for fifth straight year
By Aaron Earls BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Lifeway Christian Resources was named to Newsweek’s Best Online Shops for the fifth year in a row. Lifeway.com ranked No. 2 in the media category (e.g., books, CDs, DVDs, software) on the list announced earlier this month. Lifeway CEO Ben Mandrell praised the contributions of those at the organization who have contributed to the … [Read more...]
