Kevin's Blog
This is my personal blog. I regularly write about church leadership and infrastructure development, including specifics on
leadership techniques and the details of implementing systems, processes, and methods that enable the church to succeed.
What to Keep and What to Let Go
Healthy growth requires both conviction and courage—the conviction to preserve what matters most, and the courage to let go of what no longer serves the future. ...more
Blog ,Infrastructure Leadership Planning &Strategy
March 19, 2026•3 min read
Scaling Pastoral Care as Your Church Grows
A layered model of pastoral care. ...more
Blog ,Finance Infrastructure Leadership Planning &Strategy
March 17, 2026•4 min read
How Detailed Should a Church Budget Be?
The church budget is a leadership tool. ...more
Blog ,Finance Infrastructure Leadership Planning &Strategy
March 12, 2026•5 min read
Top-Down or Team-Driven?
What works best: a top-down approach led by senior leadership, or a collaborative team process involving every ministry area? ...more
Blog ,Leadership Planning &Strategy
January 13, 2026•3 min read
'Tis the Season
Leading well during Christmas requires intentionality, prayerful preparation, and a deep commitment to shepherding people toward Jesus. ...more
Blog ,Leadership Philosophy of Ministry &Planning
December 02, 2025•3 min read
Succession Planning in the Church
Succession planning affirms that leadership is a stewardship and that the church’s mission endures from generation to generation. ...more
Blog ,Leadership Philosophy of Ministry &Planning
November 25, 2025•3 min read
From Vision to Roadmap: Preparing Your Church for 2026
The Executive Pastor’s role in these meetings is both strategic and pastoral. ...more
Blog ,Leadership Planning &Strategy
November 04, 2025•5 min read
Faith and Church Building Programs
The Huge "Leap of Faith" Required of the Church When it Comes to Land and Buildings ...more
Blog ,Facilities Leadership &Planning
August 14, 2025•3 min read
Developing a "Plan and Execute" Culture
One of the Most Important Responsibilities of the Senior Church Leader ...more
Blog ,Culture Human Resources Leadership &Planning
June 26, 2025•2 min read
Kevin Stone
Founder of Executive Pastor Online, passionate about the church and what Jesus calls us to do through it.
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