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September 21, 20266 min read

Top 10 Reasons Church Leaders Step Down or Move On

Leaving a church position rarely stems from a single bad Sunday. Drawing from pastoral research and common staff dynamics, here are the top 10 reasons church leaders step down or move on.

Mar 3, 20253 min read

Unbiased Reviews of Top Christian Colleges and Churches

An in-depth look at leading Christian institutions and what sets them apart in academic and spiritual formation.

Mar 3, 20253 min read

10 Must-Know Tips for Choosing Your Ideal Church Home

Practical guidance from a psychologist and minister on finding a faith community where you truly belong.

September 23, 20267 min read

12 Reasons People Consider Changing Churches

Deciding to leave a spiritual community can stem from various factors. Drawing on research, surveys, and five decades of church experience, Dr. Scott provides a comprehensive analysis of what drives congregants to seek a new church home.

September 25, 20269 min read

50 Essential Interview Questions for Church Boards and Ministry Candidates

Whether you serve on a church board, lead a denomination, or are a candidate seeking a ministry position, these 50 questions — 20 for candidates to ask committees and 30 for committees to ask candidates — will sharpen your search process and protect your ministry.

September 27, 20268 min read

Where Pastoral Care Ends and Clinical Liability Begins: Lessons from Nally v. Grace Community Church

When someone walks into a pastor's office burdened by grief or spiritual confusion, pastoral guidance offers comfort. But when that burden is acute clinical depression or active suicidal ideation, the line between spiritual counsel and licensed psychotherapy becomes a matter of life, death, and institutional liability.