VanderNews: June 9th, 2020

Our Latest News & Resources

As you continue to navigate the changes occurring in ministry this summer, we’ll continue to bring you resources to help you plan and lead well through the transitions ahead.

Here’s a quick recap of this week and last week’s live resources:

[LAST WEEK] PPP Loan Forgiveness Facebook Live:Last Thursday, we went live over the most recent updates to the PPP. Rewatch last week's Facebook live here. Read more about the latest improvements to the PPP Loan here.
[TODAY] Strategic Communications and Communications Director Panel:We’ll be discussing the role and responsibilities of a communications director, as well as why it is necessary after COVID-19. Join us at 1 pm CDT on Facebook live.
[THURSDAY] Join us Thursday, June 11th, New Changes to PPP We will take your questions this Thursday on all of the approved changes to the PPP from H.R. 7010. Join us at 1 pm CDT on Facebook live.
[NEXT WEEK] William Vanderbloemen will also be speaking at the free THRIVE Summit, taking place online on June 15th and 16th.

Don't forget to check out our CEO & founder, William Vanderbloemen's new book on pastoral succession, here. The updated and expanded edition of Next: Pastoral Succession That Works will equip pastors, ministry teams, and Christian organizations to navigate leadership changes with wisdom and grace.

Visit ReOpeningChurch.com to stay on top of our latest resources and interviews with ministry leaders.

Webinar | Summer Student and Family Ministry During COVID-19 Recap

Student and Family Ministry this summer is both exciting and challenging. Each church is faced with different hurdles to get over and different situations to navigate. COVID-19 has drastically altered the way churches approach student and family ministry this summer. Catch this discussion with student ministry leaders who offered ideas and practical solutions for churches as they look for ways to connect with their students this summer.

Blog | Succession Readiness: Why Your Succession Plan Matters Now

Pastoral succession may not be a new term or concept, but it is becoming more prevalent than ever before. Holly Tate, our VP of Business Development, interviewed our CEO and Founder, William Vanderbloemen to discuss what succession is, why it’s more important than ever, and what the future of succession could look like post-pandemic.

Podcast | How God Built This with Willie George

In this episode, our founder & CEO, William Vanderbloemen talks with Pastor Willie George, founder pastor of Church on the Move in Tulsa, Oklahoma. William talks with Willie about how God built Church on the Move and what we can learn from his 16-year succession plan. He addresses challenges along the way and the importance of preparing for growth as a leader. Their conversation provides encouragement and guidance for pastors facing the same difficulties of transition.