Breaking all the Rurals!

Posted on June 1, 2010

In the church world, leaders often believe that success is all about putting up the big numbers. But success—real success—is about much more. And all it takes is one look at Shannon O'Dell's leadership to realize that what is truly important is our commitment to follow God's call on our lives ... no matter where it leads.In Transforming Church in Rural America, Shannon confronts some of the most powerful and ...

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Membership Has Its Privileges

Posted on May 6, 2010

This past weekend I did something I've never done in the history of Fellowship Church. Normally, our membership class is held after each service in another room. But heading into the weekend, I felt a strong leading to present the vision, reality and benefits of membership in the local church to everyone from the stage. The response to the weekend was amazing! 983 people filled out the membership covenant.983 ...

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Giving Them What They're Worth, Not What They Need

Posted on May 4, 2010

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Leadership Uncensored is Back!

Posted on April 26, 2010

For the past 20 years, Fellowship Church has been all about reaching the next generation. Part of that vision is helping young leaders understand some of the lessons we've learned along the way. Check out these first 3 installments of the revived "Leadership Uncensored": The Media: Leverage It? Or Leave It? Dealing with Criticism: Not If, But When There's Always a Story Behind the Story

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The Media: Leverage It? Or Leave It?

Posted on April 26, 2010

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Dealing With Criticism: Not If, But When

Posted on April 26, 2010

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There's Always a Story Behind the Story

Posted on April 26, 2010

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Beyond the Walls

Posted on March 10, 2010

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What They Don't Talk About in Seminary

Posted on February 22, 2010

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U. B. U.

Posted on February 18, 2010

Just released my first rap video at C3 2010! U. B. U.

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