This is part 4 of “Preachers of the Past,” a series where we discuss four distinct preachers from the past, ranging from 347 A.D. to 1945. We’ve included detailed preaching points for study and discussion towards the bottom of this post. Some Background on G. Campbell Morgan (1863-1945) Campbell Morgan was the son of a…
David Roseberry is the founder of LeaderWorks and the LeaderWorks Trust, equipping churches and clergy for faithful and effective ministry. He writes regularly on Substack at The Anglican, where he reflects on faith, leadership, and the Anglican tradition.
David is the author of several books for Anglican pastors and leaders, including The Rector, the Vestry, and the Bishop.
Want to Help Your Church Grow in Generosity? Check Out The Evergreen Project
The Evergreen Project site is live! Go there now to see what awaits you and your congregation. We are just getting started, but there are plenty of things to help you grow your congregation’s understanding of the vision and values of generosity and stewardship. What is The Evergreen Project? The Evergreen Project is going to…
Learning to Preach from Phillips Brooks (Preachers of the Past, pt. 3)
This is part 3 of “Preachers of the Past,” a series where we discuss four distinct preachers from the past, ranging from 347 A.D. to 1945. We’ve included detailed preaching points for study and discussion towards the bottom of this post. Some background on Phillips Brooks (1835-1893) Phillips Brooks was an American Episcopal minister, and…
Learning to Preach from Martin Luther (Preachers of the Past, pt. 2)
Grace alone, faith alone, Scripture alone, Christ alone, this was Luther’s soteriological sermon to the world.
Learning to Preach from John Chrysostom (Preachers of the Past, pt. 1)
This is part 1 of “Preachers of the Past,” a series where we discuss four distinct preachers from the past, ranging from 347 A.D. to 1945. We’ve included detailed preaching points for study and discussion towards the bottom of this post. Some Background on John Chrysostom (A.D. 347–407) John was born in Antioch to a…
Webinar: Building a Generous Church through the Slow Summer Months (March 13, 11AM CST)
Springing Forward? The pastor began the service with an appeal to some of the people in the back of the church to voluntarily “re-seat” themselves. The opening line was pleasant enough: “Would the people in the back of the room please move up into the seats up front…” Dutifully, a few people complied. The picked…
The Last Disciple
A Breathtaking Stage After Jesus was baptized in the Jordan, the gospels record that he immediately was driven into the desert for forty days. For those forty days, he was tempted by Satan. He was attended by angels. He played with animals. And out in that desert place, for forty days, Jesus fasted. You can…
Pastors, Come to England this Spring! (April 22 – May 1, 2019)
“A week to experience England? Right after Easter? In 2019? Are you kidding me? Perfect! I’m in!” Those were about the words I spoke late last year when the travel agency called me. I loved the idea…especially for clergy. It is perfect! Why? Because so many of our new clergy do not come from Anglican…
What They Are Saying About Advent
No doubt, you have plenty of resources for your church during Advent. Still, I thought you might benefit from this little quote collection I compiled during sermon preparation and study over the years. I wish you a blessed beginning to this season of expectancy. Enjoy! (Note: To learn more about Advent and how to observe…
A Story of Faithfulness from the Bayou: A Presbyterian/Anglican Church Merger
Here’s the incredible end of the story: A Presbyterian church merges with an Anglican church. When I came to Lafayette, Louisiana to talk to the leadership of Trinity Anglican Church about strategy and mission, I only knew a few details of the remarkable work that God had been doing in and for these people. I…
How Much Should We Pay the Pastor? (Awkward Church Questions, pt. 2)
These are the awkward questions during any board or Vestry meeting. You can feel a quiet come over the room. Everyone is hoping the subject will pass. But there are five awkward questions that your church needs to be able to discuss. Previously, we tackled the question of access to giving records. Hopefully, I’ve given…
3 Prayers to Pray During the Election
Because it’s election season here in the United States, I thought I’d share the following prayer I composed for the election: Lord God, Almighty Father: Watch over our nation in these times. Casting a ballot is a privilege given to us by our Constitution and secured for us by citizens and patriots, past and present….
