While doing some research in the CDM archives I came across this sermon message from Kent Hunter from 1977. A meesage worth repeating for today.
We all have seen a candy cane. It is a popular symbol of Christmas. But it is more than a popular symbol of Christmas. It is a popular symbol of Christ. […]

Merry Christmas from Church Doctor Ministries!
As we celebrate and prepare the way for the coming of the Lord we are reminded of the joy and hope this season brings.We are also reminded of what an honor and privilege it is to serve the Kingdom by helping churches and Christians all over the world fulfill the […]

The new Church Doctor Report is available to read below. This edition is written by Church Doctor Associate Consultant Alan Chandler and edited by Church Doctor Leader and Founder, Kent R. Hunter.
http://tinyurl.com/cdrNOV2009

As consultants, we find some common challenges, even though we would never treat churches with a “one size fits all” approach. I had a nice discussion with a nurse when I had my knee surgery who said they find certain pathologies or recovery elements that are recurring at large rates and common. They have a […]

I’ve been thinking of the new ways we are going to measure the actual size of our churches. In a previous history, it was always membership. Then, wise church consultants realized many churches have people on the membership rolls who live in another state, they can’t locate, or might even be dead.
The next phase was […]

After working with a lot of churches over the last 30 years, I’m convinced that 95% of what most churches do is just fine. It’s the other 5% that makes 100% of the difference. But focusing on the 95% and recognizing what God is accomplishing in the church, focusing on core competencies and strengths of […]

Recently I received yet another e-mail challenging the integrity of my Christianity. The e-mail implied that if I’m a real Christian I’ll show God how much I love him by forwarding the message onto my friends. Really????
Seriously, have we come to the point where the whole of our Christian experience has been reduced to the […]

I was working with a Presbyterian church in the Midwest. It’s an inner-city church that conducts some ministries with an Anglican church (that has left the Episcopal Church) about eight blocks away. Both churches are declining rapidly. Both churches suffer from seriously deteriorating buildings that they couldn’t possibly afford to restore. I recommended […]

“We need more accountability.” This is a comment I am hearing more and more as I work with churches. In follow-up I ask, “How so?” Almost always the response is directed at holding the pastor more accountable.
Interestingly, when I ask the people I interview if there is a need for more accountability of church members, […]

Have you ever sat through a congregational meeting that felt filled with tension, division, and unrest?
Have you ever wondered how to get the right people with the passion and gifts to serve in the church without it feeling like you were just filling in blanks on a nomination form?
Ever wondered how to make the most […]