David Reneau

A year ago, I joined a young church plant as an executive pastor. I went to help them grow, but I ended up learning more. This week's post shares my lessons from a year of church planting. Read it here: davidreneau.org/blog/lessons-l… #church #ministry #pastor #churchplanting

My 2024 reading list is here! This year's is a little shorter than normal, but there are still some great reads. What did you read in 24? davidreneau.org/blog/what-i-re… #read #books #church #ministry #pastor #leadership #personalgrowth

Are your altar calls boring? I've been there. But I've discovered 4 creative approaches that can reengage your ministry and inspire spiritual growth. davidreneau.org/blog/4-effecti… #church #ministry #altarcall #worship #pastor #kidmin

Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? I've been there! Learn how to balance ministry tasks and pastoral care with this simple follow-up system. davidreneau.org/blog/how-to-fo… #church #ministry #pastor #kidmin #pastor #leadership

For the social media post: Are you hoping your guests come back, but not sure how? You need to have a solid follow up plan. In this post, I share my 6-step plan I use for all my events that gets my guests coming back. davidreneau.org/blog/a-6-step-… #church #ministry #followup #events

Is your Kidmin Calendar missing something? In this week's post, I outline 4 categories of kidmin events that are essential to your ministry. davidreneau.org/blog/the-essen… #church #ministry #kidmin #planning #nextgen #calendar

Having the right Facebook strategy for your church can be tricky. In this week’s post, I talk about the three main tools you can use to level up your church's Facebook presence. davidreneau.org/blog/navigatin… #church #ministry #socialmedia #facebook #strategy #marketing

At some point you will leave your ministry job. In this week's post, I outline 7 essential details that can help your transition be as smooth as possible. davidreneau.org/blog/7-essenti… #church #pastors #transition #ministry #kidmin #studentministry #nextgen

Ever had a huge ministry failure? I have. It's no fun, but I've learned from it. In this week's post, I share specific steps you can take to avoid failure and reach success on your next ministry idea. davidreneau.org/blog/avoiding-… #church #Ministry #leadership #pastors #kidmin

On Sunday the power was out at my church. It could have been a disaster, but we worked through it. In this week's post, discover four steps you can use to overcome you're own ministry disasters. davidreneau.org/blog/4-steps-t… #church #ministry #Leadership #pastors #crisis #disaster

The Fall is right around the corner. It’s time to start planning your outreach. In this week's post, I give you 3 proven ideas to reach your community that they will love. davidreneau.org/blog/3-fall-fe… #kidmin #outreach #community #events #fallfestival #church #Ministry

Knowing the numbers for your ministry is essential. But what numbers should you track? What numbers are the most important? This post will help you narrow it down and give you the resources to keep track. davidreneau.org/blog/2022/08/5… #ministry #kidmin #church #ministry #nextgen

Planning a volunteer training meeting, but need ideas? I got you covered. In this week's post, I share 3 essential elements for a successful volunteer training meeting. davidreneau.org/blog/3-essenti… #church #ministry #volunteers #training #kidmin #studentministry #nextgen

Wondering how to balance all the hats you wear in ministry? In my latest post I outline the 4 types of work every NextGen leader needs to do. davidreneau.org/blog/2023/08/4… #church #ministry #kidmin #nextgen #studentministry

Having multiple services in your kidmin can be tough. There are always problems. The good news is that you're not alone. This week, I tackle 3 challenges of multiple services in kidmin and how to overcome them. davidreneau.org/blog/3-challen… #kidmin #church #ministry #NextGen #service

Staff pastors: Feeling unheard in meetings? This week's post explores leading with influence to make a real difference in your church even when you're not in charge. davidreneau.org/blog/2023/07/h… #church #leadership #staff #ministry

Summer's over and it's time to evaluate what worked. That may lead you to looking for some VBS alternatives. But what? Today, I share 4 summer effective outreaches that aren't VBS and reach more than the #church crowd. davidreneau.org/blog/4-summer-… #kidmin #VBS #ministry #outreach

Becoming like Jesus is a marathon, not a sprint! This week's message explores endurance & support for a lifelong journey of faith. Watch here: youtu.be/fBusz_yYGQw #faith #encouragement #christianlife #endurance #running

Picking the right church management software is a daunting task. I've lead 3 churches through the process and learned the hard way. This post shares 5 questions to ask that will make your decision smooth! davidreneau.org/blog/2023/07/5… #church #ministry #pastor #churchtech

Is your church adding a second service? That's a bigger change than you might think. I’ve done it before and learned a lot. My blog post this week tackles 5 obstacles & offers solutions for a smooth transition. davidreneau.org/blog/5-obstacl… #church #ministry #ChurchGrowth