Is now the time?

It's not only important to know where the church is heading, but to know where your congregants think it's heading, too.

A challenge of any church is not just to bring visitors in, but to reach them in your services, connect them to people, and integrate them into the life of your church.

Acclaimed physicist Sir John Houghton discusses his motives and passion for a cooler world climate.

Symptoms that your group isn't functioning well—and treatments for the deeper problems.

Guiding people through decisions about your church's direction.

Plus: Air Force issues new guidelines as NAE wants in on lawsuit, Church of England debates divestment, Wisconsin may ban Intelligent Design, and other stories from online sources around the world.

Evangelical leaders bolster the fight against global warming.

Something happens to me on the hill—the nearby sledding hill. I know that I shouldn't do it but the longer I stand there the more I feel a compelling urge to strap on the snowboard.

How to repair and rebuild your team.

The leadership perils of spiritual taxidermy.

If it ain't broke … thinking leads nowhere.

Leading change is a dangerous, consuming calling.

Before asking how church should look, let's make sure we're clear what the church is for.