Posts by Peter Johnson
The Slow and Steady of Revitalizing your Church
A few months ago I wrote about St. John’s Syndrome. St John’s syndrome is described as “the tendency of churches to become less effective the longer they are in existence.” The two keys to overcoming St. John’s Syndrome are to rediscover the original values of the church (“do the things you did at first/ going…
Read More8 Ideas to Involve Special Needs People at Your Church (and Why You Should).
Pop Quiz: What is the largest minority in the United States right now? (Do you hear the Jeopardy theme song playing?) Many might have guessed the Latino community. At over 18%, that is a good guess. While statistics vary because of the difficulty to count those who are often hidden, at nearly a statistical tie according to the…
Read More3 Ways to Maximize Your Sabbatical
by Peter Johnson You may remember that I took a forced sabbatical due to a slip and fall accident that resulted in several weeks in a dark, quiet room to allow my broken rib and concussion to heal. After a number of medical tests it was confirmed that aside from being clumsy I am pretty healthy. …
Read More2 Key Ways To Get Your Church Out Of Maintenance Mode
By Pete Johnson It can be daunting to think about all the people who still need Jesus in our area of ministry. There are some 8.4 million people in NYC, 1.5 million in Philly, 622,000 in Baltimore, 658,000 in DC, 438,000 in Virginia Beach. Add to that all our suburbs and rural communities and we have the opportunity to…
Read MoreDARKNESS VS. THE LIGHT
A personal reflection from Associate Superintendent Peter Johnson. Being in darkness is never good when you know that you should be in the light. A month ago, I was mowing the grass and gathering up the leaves one last time before the winter season. The last thing I remember was mowing around the garden next…
Read MoreBEWARE THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM
Have you heard this joke? A person bought an elephant for a friend’s room. The friend thanked him to which the person said, “Don’t mention it.” Think about it, you will get it. Hint: What is true of the elephant in the room? Does your church have the proverbial elephant in the room? That uncomfortable issue no one wants to…
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