Neal Mathers describes the three-year process of prayer, discussion, argument, planning and preparation that began in 1986 and transitioned three congregations into Emmanuel Presbyterian Church. They are committed to prayer and lay leadership, and have grown from 70 to 180. … Read more
From Vision to Reality: Leadership is the Key
By Neal Mathers – We don’t often talk about it but he truth is that leadership has often been identified as the key factor in developing a healthy growing church. If the minister, elders and congregational leaders do not take the lead in developing goals and strategies for church growth then the congregation will reflect this non-growth mentality. … Read more

