The Bible includes many great stories and lessons for youth group members to enjoy and understand. Group members can discover that the lessons of the Bible are relevant to them today. The concepts you can introduce in your study sessions are vast, but you might need to know what you want to highlight. The Bible is a daunting work with many points to explore and discuss, so knowing what you should cover in your study session might be more challenging...
There will always be a demand for pastors in Canada, as people will need pastors who can help them understand their faith and guide them through difficult times. Pastors are also critical to supporting their local communities and enriching the lives of everyone. You can become a pastor yourself, although the steps you’ll need to take to get there are plentiful. The timeframe for how long it takes to become a pastor will vary by person, but it can take a...
Mother’s Day is one of the most prominent holidays in the year. Held in May in most parts of the world, with the 2024 edition being on May 12, Mother’s Day celebrates motherhood and the value of mothers in society. It is a time to celebrate the women in our lives who have meant so much to us over the years. The Mother’s Day season is a valuable time of the year, and your church can celebrate the holiday through a...
Easter Sunday is one of the best times of the church year to raise money. Easter Sunday is a time that symbolizes renewal, as it restores our faith in God and our respect for Jesus and his sacrifice for us all. We give because God gave a son for us, and it is no surprise that Easter Sunday is when people are more likely to give to their churches. You’ll need those funds to support your parish and continue whatever outreach...
Easter Sunday is one of the most exciting days in the church calendar each year. It is the day when Jesus rose from the dead and is a time of grand celebration and rejoicing. This biblical moment alongside the longer days, warmer temperatures, and blooming trees and flowers symbolize the world beginning anew after a cold and dormant winter season. When Is Easter 2024? Easter Sunday will occur on March 31, 2024. The date will be different each year. For example, in...
Palm Sunday is one of the most critical events in the annual Christian calendar. Palm Sunday occurs on the Sunday before Easter, and for 2024 it will be on March 24. You will likely have a more substantial audience at your church on Palm Sunday, as it comes right before many other prominent Christian holidays. There will be more people who will listen to your sermon on this day, so planning your sermon beforehand is critical to your success. You can create...
The pastor position is the most important one you can fill in your church. Your pastor will be responsible for helping direct your church and identify the messages and values the church needs to express. While a pastor is also responsible for conducting weekly sermons and worship services, it is through those activities that the message of your church will be carried out to the world. Your effort to promote an opening for a pastor at your church will entail going...
Instagram is a valuable social media platform that your church can use to get the word out about everything you’re doing. Instagram has tens of millions of users and offers a useful interface that is easy to spot on desktops and mobile devices. You can create an Instagram page for your church to help your church become more visible online. The process for getting an Instagram page ready is necessary to explore, but it’s easier to plan than you might expect. Should...
You can invite parishioners to your church in many ways, but the best way to bring them in involves conveying your beliefs and illustrating them in a way that makes sense. Your church logo is one tool that can explain to people what your church stands for. A distinct logo with a suitable meaning can be alluring to potential parishioners. The logo will convey the general mission of your church. But you’ll have to make a strong first impression, as it only...
This February, the ChMeetings Team worked on improving your and your communities’ experiences, both online and in church. We’re thrilled to share the new features with you below. Service Planning The Service Planning feature that we released on February 1st, but announced with our previous updates, has been enhanced with the ability to edit and delete template names, as well as to download as .pdf or share the plan as a direct link, on Facebook or Twitter/X, or via Email. Events When organizing recurring...
