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The Church Office exists to support the work of ministry that happens behind the scenes. Bringing helpful and encouraging content to equip and support those involved in Church Administration, Church Leadership and Structuring Church Life.
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Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
In this video Gavin talks to Verity Yeates a Parish administrator from St George and St Paul about the weird and wonderful world of church administration. They share stories, highlights and encouragement for those serving behind the scenes in their churches.
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
In this podcast Gavin had the wonderful opportunity to interview Nigel Ring who has served Terry Virgo and Newfrontiers leadership team behind the scenes for over 40 years. I loved hearing his heart and encouragement for church administrators. During the interview Nigel gives great examples of how to work with a senior church leader. I don't know if you can tell but I loved every minute of this interview with Nigel, grateful for him and his faithful service to the wider church.
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Gavin connects with Anna Wood, the Operations Director for Cornerstone Collective in Liverpool. They are reflecting on how they are approaching the new year. Lots of encouragement for Church Administrator to look out and enjoy the grace of God around them. As well as an encouragement to be faithful in everything they are doing for the Glory of God.
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
In this podcast Gavin asks John Truscott some of the questions that listeners have sent in to The Church Office over the last few months.
1. How do you protect yourself from Burnout?
2. My senior leader is gracious with me but I find it hard to deal with my own mistakes and failures? Can you help?
3. How do you train the next generation for church administration?
4. Do you think there is a recommended length of time someone should stay in post?
5. Aren't church administrators really church deacons? Why do people use a different name?
6. I always feel like I am the person saying No to everything? It creates tension and I don’t know what to do different?
7. Is there a recognised pay scale for church administrators and operation jobs for churches?
8. I need help chairing meetings, what are your top three recommendations?
9. Help, I have challenges with my senior leader/ manager who interrupts governance and policy differently to me. We can’t agree!
10. We don’t have enough volunteers to run a church project, nobody wants to close it down but the burden is falling on me? I can’t keep going!
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
It has been a brilliant first year for the church office, God has been so Kind and gracious to the team. In this podcast Jonathan Thomas interviews Gavin and asks him what's been happening in the background. They review some of the stats and churches that have been helped in 2021. It's a great opportunity to celebrate the success of the website and podcast in its first year. Thank you everyone who has supported the church office both financially and through prayer. Much Appreciated!
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Here at The Church Office, we appreciate that one of the best ways to learn can be to read. And I love passing on a great book recommendation!
Our good friend Sharon Clark has recently written a book for Church Leaders offering a personal account and exploration of the Spiritual gift of administration. In this 184 page paperback, Sharon shares her insight and wisdom regarding the challenges, joys and opportunities of being a church administrator, negotiating spreadsheets and prophecy…
Available here
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
In this podcast Gavin links up with John Truscott a church consultant to discuss the topic of Capacity. Your capacity and ability to achieve any task is impacted by a number of external factors and personal issues. The podcast offers lots of practical help and encouragement as we think about this topic.
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Gavin teamed up with Julian Mander from Riverside in Birmingham to hear more about their Community Money Advice Centre. As we approach Christmas, levels of debt are on the rise. It is wonderful that the church is making a massive difference in supporting people to be completely debt free. Julian previously served as the Operations Director at his church and is now taking a full time position to manage and lead this initiative at Riverside. Julian is very passionate about his work, it was a joy to interview him.