by dlund@jamescompany.com | Sep 21, 2022 | News
In conversations with pastors and congregational leaders recently, I notice different issues that are leading to similar questions. Congregations are entering into their program year after a couple of years affected by the pandemic. For some there is a sense of...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Sep 6, 2022 | News
First Presbyterian Church is a vibrant 300-household congregation located in Durham, North Carolina. The campaign has raised $2.5 million to-date to fund their building expansion and renovation project, increasing opportunities for community outreach, mission,...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Jun 22, 2022 | News
So, what is a S.O.S. talk? It is a “Show Of Support”! We oftentimes ask folks in our church or nonprofit to give a talk or write about a ministry, service, or a special program they support and have a passion for. Sometimes they are called testimonials, temple talks,...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Jun 7, 2022 | News
St. Joseph Catholic Church is a small, vibrant 200 household parish located in the rural township of East Bristol, Wisconsin. Although the parish has a great nucleus of faith, the lack of modern, accessible facilities inhibited current members, new members, and...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | May 24, 2022 | News
It’s that time of year when graduates don the cap and gown and walk across the stage to receive their diploma. I recently ran across a graduation address that was given in 2002 by the late Mr. Rogers. It spoke to me about our current world, the mission of the church...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | May 10, 2022 | News
What is Visioning, or strategic planning, anyway? Visioning is a process that leads to a clear and documented statement of direction for your congregation or nonprofit. Visioning takes a deep dive into discovering: Who are we? Who do we serve? What do we stand for?...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Apr 27, 2022 | News
The best answer is no, if you are planning a fall appeal, now is the time to begin. You want to get started on the framework, setting the dates, enlisting your volunteers, picking a theme, and sharing your plan with your congregation’s or organization’s leadership...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Mar 29, 2022 | News
We have learned a lot about digital ministry over the past two years. We’re streaming, taping videos, posting on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, teaching online, participating in webinars, attending meetings, and more. With these learnings taking place in a short...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Mar 15, 2022 | Generosity Gems, News
Throughout our 35 years of service, The James Company has offered to integrate a congregation’s Annual Stewardship program with a Capital Fund Campaign, especially when both are being conducted during the fall. Here is what we have learned along the way: 1) Combining...
by dlund@jamescompany.com | Mar 1, 2022 | News
It is often the case that so much focus, time, and attention is spent on meeting the annual operating budget and conducting occasional capital campaigns that little enthusiasm is mustered up for developing a planned giving program. Many churches and nonprofit...
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