Sabbatical Leave Policy
This is a sample of a sabbatical leave policy provided by Oakmont Baptist Church in Greenville, NC. Document: Sabbatical Leave Policy
Cultivating Generous Churches – Part 2
This webinar was presented in partnership with Lake Institute on Faith & Giving on Thursday, July 16, 2020. PDF of accompanying PowerPoint presentation (parts 1 & 2 combined): HERE Webinar video part 2 below. (Click HERE for part 1.)
Cultivating Generous Churches – Part 1
This webinar was presented in partnership with Lake Institute on Faith & Giving on Thursday, July 16, 2020. PDF of accompanying PowerPoint presentation (parts 1 & 2 combined): HERE Webinar video part 1 below. (Click HERE for part 2)
Teaching the Four Senses of the Text
Critical biblical scholarship brings a wealth of resources to the task of understanding the Bible, but it can be challenging to connect scholarship with the devotional approach to Bible reading that most Christians follow. This webinar demonstrates how critical and devotional approaches can work together in an inclusive way based on the ancient model of…
Let Go and Live Free: Loosen the Grip of Shame on Your Life
In this webinar, Libby Johnson helped us to: 1) Understanding what shame is and how to recognize it; 2) Learn how to recognize your shame triggers; 3) Learn about shame resilience and how to move from fear, blame and disconnection toward courage, compassion and connection; 4) Identify some of the first steps to shame resilience.…
Overtime Rule Changes for Employees of Churches
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the federal statute that mandates minimum wage and overtime to most organizations in the United States. Since virtually all churches are subject to overtime rules, these proposed changes in regulations will require many to amend their policies and procedures on overtime pay. This paper will attempt to answer…
Teacher’s Academy
This is the outline of one church’s Teacher’s Academy to train persons who are wanting to be better Sunday School/Bible Study leaders. From Murfreesboro Baptist Church, pastor Lee Canipe. This resource is particularly helpful for persons interested in Faith Formation, Laity, and Leadership training. Document: Teachers’ Academy: Cover Page
Baby Dedication and Baptism
Written by David Helms, pastor of First, Southern Pines Document: Baptismal Prayers
Bible Study – 1 Timothy
Six Bible study lessons for youth based on 1 Timothy. by Rev. Felicia Fox Associate Pastor of Students and Families First, Mount Olive This resource is particularly helpful for persons interested in Age Group Ministries Faith Formation, Youth, College/Young Adult. Document 1 Timothy Lessons