Consultation Services

Our GARBC Resource Center (1.888.588.1600) is here to assist pastors and churches! As a service to churches in the GARBC, the Association provides complimentary ministry consultation. Team members John Greening, national representative (ext. 852); Jim Vogel, associate national representative (ext. 855); and Michael Nolan, director of operations and treasurer (ext. 853), are ready to help and encourage your leadership team.

Consultation services include:

  • Pastoral search—guidance in the search process and help in finding potential pastoral candidates (Jim Vogel)
  • Strategic planning—laying out plans for future ministry growth and effectiveness (Jim Vogel, Michael Nolan)
  • Outreach strategies—specific initiatives to effectively reach your community for Christ (Jim Vogel)
  • Church finance and business—wise budget management and fiscal efficiency (Michael Nolan)
  • Pastor/deacon relationships—administration of Biblical leadership roles, training, and dealing with conflicts (John Greening, Jim Vogel)
  • Facility evaluation and enhancement—preparation for update of facilities or the start of a building program (Michael Nolan, Jim Vogel)
  • Leadership training—helping church staff and volunteers gain skills, wisdom, and motivation (John Greening, Jim Vogel)
  • Spiritual maturity development—education strategies and assessments for helping people grow in Christ (John Greening)
  • Conflict resolution—handling of church conflicts and fostering congregational unity (John Greening, Jim Vogel)
  • Revitalization strategies—10 key areas of ministry focus (Jim Vogel)
  • Assimilation programs—strategies for moving people from first-time visitors to committed members (Jim Vogel)
  • Dissolution assistance—guidance in the process of closing a church (Michael Nolan)

Consultation is free of charge to churches in the GARBC. If an onsite visit to a church is requested, the Association asks the church to reimburse travel expenses. Honorariums to help the Association continue to offer consultation services are welcomed.