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Leading Your Group Well Video resources from National Community Church. 02/28/2012 115 1
Leading Yourself Well Video resources from National Community Church. 02/28/2012 138 2
Setting up a Food Pantry David Jayne from Central Assembly in Springfield, Missouri, discusses how to set up a food pantry at your church. 02/07/2012 209 1
Small Groups - Dick Hardy Dick Hardy talks about the importance of small groups. 01/24/2012 135 0
Social Media and Your Church Michael Buckingham of Holy Cow Creative discusses effective ways to interact with social media 01/10/2012 176 1
ImpACTing Your Community Tommy Sparger, pastor of Northpoint Church shares insights on how you church can impACT your community. 11/23/2011 455 1
Faith Case Rod Loy, executive presbyter and pastor leads discussion about Faith Case and children's ministries with the AG national office children’s ministries leadership team. 11/11/2011 948 18
Discovering How Boys Learn Mark Entzminger guides discussion on ways boys learn with special guests Doug Marsh and Julie Horner. 11/10/2011 559 12
Teaching and Preaching Scott Wilson from the Oaks Fellowship shares how he prepares his weekly sermons. 11/01/2011 343 3
Planting Seeds of Compassion in Kids Mark Entzminger guides answers questions about the importance of planting seeds of compassion in the hearts of children. Special guests David Boyd and Jay Risner share valuable insights that will help children’s workers and parents help their kids see the needs around them and find ways to respond. 10/20/2011 691 7
Impacting Your Community Pastor Tommy Sparger talks about how the church can reach its community through compassion ministries. 10/11/2011 251 4
Increasing Giving Pastor Scott Wilson shares ways to increase giving in the church. 10/04/2011 350 6
The Church Board (Part 2) Dick Hardy with Hardy Group discusses good insight into the duties of the church board. 09/21/2011 306 2
The Church Board (Part 1) Dick Hardy with the Hardy Group discusses good insight into the duties of the Church Board. 09/12/2011 521 2
Fathers and Daughters Dick Hardy shares thoughts on raising daughters in a pastor’s home (from a dad’s perspective). 08/29/2011 321 1
Kids Ministry Q & A Kids Ministry Leaders take a few moments and answer questions about the future and new products available. 08/29/2011 393 7
Fair Fighting in Faith Communities: Sharing the Same Square Footage Cal LeMon discusses overcoming conflict through the work of the Holy Spirit. 08/19/2011 452 3
Fair Fighting in Faith Communities: Providing the Service After the Settlement Cal LeMon discusses ideas to make sure conflict does not get re-lit. 08/11/2011 262 0
Fair Fighting in Faith Communities: Finding the Win-Win in the Lose-Lose Cal LeMon discusses principle negotiation vs. positional bargaining. 07/26/2011 250 1
Fair Fighting in Faith Communities: Dancing with Your Difficult Person Cal LeMon discusses 7 specific skills to get in control and lead in a difficult situation. 07/26/2011 263 0
Fair Fighting in Faith Communities: Stepping Back on Your Knees Cal LeMon discusses how to handle criticism that is both constructive and destructive. 07/21/2011 257 0
Fair Fighting in Faith Communities: Let the Battle Begin Cal LeMon of Executive Enrichment discusses what creates conflict in an organization. 07/15/2011 317 3
Staff Meeting Pastor Rod Loy shares on the importance of conducting an effective staff meeting. 07/12/2011 472 5
Worship Resource & Consulting Welcome Worship Resource & Consulting Welcome Video with Tom Matrone 06/23/2011 339 3
Leading from the 2nd Chair (Part 2) Dick Hardy discusses the 2nd chair leader doing all he/she can to advance the mission of the church from that chair. 06/22/2011 337 3
Leading from the 2nd Chair (Part 1) Dick Hardy discusses the 2nd chair leader doing all he/she can to advance the mission of the church from that chair. 06/22/2011 305 1
Let Your Light Shine You are the Light of the World...so God Shine. 06/21/2011 300 2
Fathers and Sons Dick Hardy discusses how you as a pastor can be the dad your son needs. 06/13/2011 252 0
Praying with Children Tim Enloe discusses how to pray with children to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit. 06/08/2011 367 3
Gifts of the Holy Spirit Tim Enloe discusses the importance of setting the atmosphere where the Gifts of the Holy Spirit can flow. 06/08/2011 491 8
AG Pastor & Son Biggest Loser Contestants Recording of the Live Q&A with Ministry Direct's George P. Wood and AG Pastor & Son who were Biggest Loser Contestants. 06/08/2011 646 4
Praying with People Tim Enloe discusses praying with people one on one to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit 06/06/2011 375 1
Preparing for a Holy Spirit Service Tim Enloe discuses setting up a service that includes “receiving” time. 06/06/2011 368 2
Creating an Atmosphere for the Holy Spirit Tim Enloe discusses aspects of Creating an Atmosphere where the Holy Spirit can move freely. 06/06/2011 645 7
Creative Team Pastor Rod Loy shares on the importance of a creative team in your church’s planning. 05/24/2011 439 5
Sabbaticals Dick Hardy discusses the importance of Working Hard and Resting Well. 05/12/2011 389 4
Make Your Mark - CANDID CONVERSATION General Superintendent Dr. George O. Wood sits down with some young AG leaders to discuss topics such as influence, making your mark and relationships. 05/12/2011 853 9
Tips for Giving - Part 4 In this four-week finance series from Ministry Direct, Dr. Kregg Hood of AG Financial Solutions shares advice on giving. 04/13/2011 357 0
Tips for Giving - Part 3 In this four-week finance series from Ministry Direct, Dr. Kregg Hood of AG Financial Solutions shares advice on giving. 04/08/2011 352 1
Tips for Giving - Part 2 In this four-week finance series from Ministry Direct, Dr. Kregg Hood of AG Financial Solutions shares advice on giving. 04/01/2011 353 2
Tips for Giving - Part 1 In this four-week finance series from Ministry Direct, Dr. Kregg Hood of AG Financial Solutions shares advice on giving. 03/23/2011 569 3
That’s a Wrap Dr. Cal LeMon, President of Executive Enrichment shares 5 strategies to “Wrap” your team meeting. 03/15/2011 386 2
Fair Fighting Dr. Cal LeMon, President of Executive Enrichment, shares four choices for making decisions on a ministry team. 03/02/2011 394 2
Managing the Mayhem Dr. Cal LeMon, President of Executive Enrichment, shares thoughts on leadership training. 02/18/2011 359 0
In the Beginning Dr. Cal Lemon, President of Executive Enrichment, shares thoughts on leadership training. 02/11/2011 501 0
"Rearranging the Upper Room" Dr. Cal Lemon, President of Executive Enrichment, shares 7 Physical Things to Check in Your Ministry Team Meeting Room Before You Gather Again 02/04/2011 416 1
The Importance of Follow-Up Dr. Peggy Wobbema shares the importance of follow-up and continuity of care when caring for the sick. 01/27/2011 573 3
"Prepping The Participants" Dr. Cal Lemon, President of Executive Enrichment, shares thoughts on leadership training. 01/27/2011 483 2
"Why A Meeting" Dr. Cal Lemon, President of Executive Enrichment, shares thoughts on leadership training. 01/20/2011 423 2
Minister's Tax Update (January 2011) Richard Hammar (AG Legal Counsel) discusses recent tax updates. 01/04/2011 3604 33
Minister's Tax Update (December 2010) Richard Hammar discusses the latest tax updates that affect a minister's housing allowance. 12/22/2010 3154 27
Christmas Greeting 2010 Merry Christmas from the team at Ministry Direct. 12/21/2010 643 8
The Coach Sam Farina talks about the importance of having a coach in your life. 11/16/2010 682 3
The Importance of Follow Up Michael Redmon with Convoy of Hope talks about the importance of after care and follow up after an outreach event. 11/16/2010 648 2
Hardships & Compassion Steve Donaldson from Rural Compassion shares on Hardships and Compassion. 10/19/2010 667 7
Life and Church Ron McManus, Director of the Church Transformation Network, discusses several things related to life and church in our culture today. 10/13/2010 935 6
The Nines Conference - Scott Wilson Recording of the session given during The Nines Conference from Scott Wilson, Lead Pastor of The Oaks Fellowship. 09/14/2010 724 6
Urban Ministry with Jay Covert & Brian Bolt Recording of the live session with Church Planters Jay Covert and Brian Bolt. 07/14/2010 1987 27
Q&A Session with AG Executives Recording of the Live Mentoring Session with Assemblies of God Executives. (Dr. George O. Wood, Alton Garrison, Doug Clay and Dr. Jim Bradford) 07/01/2010 1569 21
Q&A Session with Dr. Jim Bradford and Steve Pike Recording of the Live Q&A Session with George P. Wood and Dr. Jim Bradford, General Secretary & Steve Pike, Church Multiplication Network Director. 06/17/2010 1345 11
The Unexpected Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church, discussing the unexpected variables that happen in the life of a church. Batterson shares the story of how his congregation responded to the last minute notice of losing their Union Station location. 05/18/2010 801 10
Motivating Church Staff Motivating staff (and volunteers) can be one of the most challenging aspects of managing staff. Dick Hardy, founder of The Hardy Group, shares practical tips and advice on how you can motivate your team to achieve the purpose God has given your ministry. 02/05/2010 862 1
Mentoring Staff Dr. Keith Edwards shares his tips about mentoring members of your staff. Looking for ways to invest in the lives of your staff? Keith shares practical ideas on how you can make a difference through mentoring. 02/05/2010 807 0
Serving Your Community Dino Rizzo, Lead Pastor of Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge, LA, shares how your congregation can make an impact in your community through compassionate serving. 02/05/2010 811 6
Unforgettable Experiences Tommy Sparger, lead pastor of North Point Church in Springfield, MO, answers ten questions about the ministries of North Point Church and addresses how North Point strives to create "52 Unforgettable Experiences" each year. 02/05/2010 742 2
Encouraging Spiritual Growth Dr. Steve Lim of the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in Springfield, MO shares from his research and personal experience about encouraging spiritual growth and discipleship in your local church. 02/05/2010 619 2
IT Does your church have it? Some churches have it and some churches don't. Craig Groeschel, founder and lead pastor of LifeChurch.tv shares at the Leadership Summit some characteristics of churches that have it. 02/05/2010 960 2
2010 Tax Tip Briefing View the recording of the 2010 Tax Tip Briefing hosted by Richard Hammar and George Paul Wood. Dr. Hammar takes a look at the latest tax information that churches and ministers should know about. 02/03/2010 1607 19
Interview with Ed Young Jr. Ministry Direct interview with Ed Young Jr., founding and senior pastor of Fellowship Church near Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas. 11/20/2009 687 0
Sin By Silence Dr. James Bradford interviews Olivia Klaus about about her new documentary. 11/03/2009 1060 10
Fear of Failure Pastor Craig Groeschel talks about how to deal with the Fear of Failure 10/28/2009 734 4
Dr. Richard Dobbins: From This Day Forward Special session with psychologist and author, Dr. Richard D. Dobbins. 10/16/2009 753 1
Raising The Leadership Bar Session on 10/16/2009 734 3
10 Questions for Leaders Questions your Church Leadership should be asking. 10/02/2009 679 3
Enhancing Stage Presence Tips on how to enhance your stage presence with with Jeff May. 10/02/2009 807 1
Vision Casting How to Cast Vision with Mark Batterson. 09/14/2009 782 2
How to Get a Great Staff How to Get a Great Staff with Justin Lathrop. 09/11/2009 604 1
Conversation with Rick Warren Reverend Scott Wilson interviews Reverend Rick Warren for Ministry Direct. 09/09/2009 831 2
Hiring and Team Building Tips and ideas on Hiring and Team Building with Dan Reiland. 08/31/2009 621 3
Hospital Visitation Tips Tips on Hospital Visitation with Peggy Wobbema. 08/21/2009 913 7
Compassion Ministry Creating a Compassion Ministry with Steve Donaldson. 08/13/2009 713 2
Building a Service Tips on How to Build A Service with Jeff May. 08/13/2009 639 2
Ministry Direct Promo Video Imagine a world where ministry does not happen alone, where pastors are sharing ideas, best practices, lessons learned, and innovations. 06/26/2009 715 0