In this Digital #ExponentialNEXT article, Bubba Stallcup, CEO, President, and Founder of Love Thy Nerd, challenges us to rethink how we engage with people in a world we may not fully understand. Too often, we lead with opinions instead of empathy. But what if advancing the

In this AI #ExponentialNEXT article, Kenny Jahng uncovers a critical gap emerging in churches across the country: while 91% of church leaders support using AI in ministry, nearly three-quarters have no AI policy at all. This article digs into the deeper issue beneath the

Giving Tuesday is almost here, and for the first time ever, Exponential is participating! Dave Ferguson recorded a short message sharing why this moment matters and how your generosity fuels the 16% Mission. Here’s how you can join us on Dec 2: 🙏 Pray 📣 Share our posts 💛

This past week marked our final conference of 2025…and it was absolutely incredible. More than 1,000 leaders gathered in the Chicagoland area for our sold-out Central Conference, what an unforgettable way to wrap up the year. God moved in powerful ways, and we can’t wait to

In this week’s Innovation #ExponentialNEXT podcast, host Tom Planck, Director of NEXT Ventures, sits down with Akie Hadeed, Founder of Streets of Prayer, and Molly Soderstrom, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Brook, for a powerful conversation on relational evangelism and

This Thanksgiving, our hearts are full. 🧡 We’ve seen God do immeasurably more than we could have asked or imagined in 2025, through three incredible conferences, countless Roundtables and Learning Communities, the continued growth of our NEXT ministry areas, and more! The

In this Multiethnic Church Planting #ExponentialNEXT article, Robert Kim explores a profound moment of opportunity for the Asian American church: moving beyond token integration to embrace "generous cultural stewardship." This article unpacks the complex realities and unique

In this Church Expressions #ExponentialNEXT article, Jim Tomberlin reminds us that the goal isn't just growth, it's multiplication for the sake of mission! He breaks down how multisite and church planting are both powerful tools, but what truly matters is that the congregation

Let's multiply the movement, together! 🙌🏼 Your generosity fuels leaders, strengthens churches, and helps push the 16% Mission forward. Every gift up to $100,000 is DOUBLED today only. Let’s make an impact together, give today at exponential.org/give!

#GivingTuesday Update! We’re so encouraged by the generosity we’ve seen so far. Together, you’ve already given $169,758 toward our $200,000 goal! Every gift up to $1 is doubled today only (up to $100,000), and every dollar helps fuel the 16% Mission—equipping leaders,

In this week’s Innovation #ExponentialNEXT podcast, host Tom Planck, Director of NEXT Ventures, sits down with Olivia Williamson, Director of Claim Your Campus, and Emma Tautolo, Executive Director of AZ Reach, for a conversation about what meaningful ministry looks like for the

We’re overflowing with gratitude after our first-ever #GivingTuesday. Because of your generosity, encouragement, and prayers, yesterday became a powerful moment for the 16% Mission. Together, with God's help, we exceeded our goal and raised $221,041! Your gifts are already

New Hispanic church plants are moving past the mindset of addition and stepping boldly into true multiplication. For these congregations, multiplication isn’t a distant aspiration, it’s becoming their weekly reality. The answer may lie in the very DNA of these new Hispanic

Feeling stretched thin in leadership? You’re not alone! Join Dave Ferguson and Danielle Strickland for The Relational Gauge: How Healthy Leaders Multiply Lasting Impact, the first session in the 2026 Multipliers Webinar Series, and discover how relationally healthy leaders build

In this Generation #ExponentialNEXT article, Lisa Birle highlights the often-overlooked factor that makes an internship truly memorable, and it’s not the curriculum or the projects. While structured training matters, Lisa shows that the biggest impact on an intern’s growth comes

In this Women #ExponentialNEXT article, Cissie De Vito shares her powerful journey of calling, freedom, and stepping into pastoral leadership as a female church planter. She opens up about the beliefs that once held her back, the moment God broke those chains, and the truth she

Join Dave Ferguson and Danielle Strickland for The Relational Gauge: How Healthy Leaders Multiply Lasting Impact, kicking off the 2026 Multipliers Webinar Series. Explore how leaders who prioritize healthy relationships leave a legacy that lasts. Gain tools to nurture the

Want to be part of something totally NEW? Like… first-ever, future-shaping, can’t-miss-it kind of new? Introducing the inaugural #ExponentialNEXT Church Innovation Trade Show — a one-night-only experience with Carey Nieuwhof plus 30+ innovators that’s redefining what Kingdom

In this week’s Innovation #ExponentialNEXT podcast, host Tom Planck, Director of NEXT Ventures, is joined by Jon Wiest of Mobilize the Church, Steve Pike of Urban Islands Project, and Dave Miller of Leadership Pathway for a conversation about what it takes to raise up the next

2026 is coming fast — is your church ready? If you lead operations, staffing, or ministry momentum, the 2025 National Executive Pastor Survey is your early-warning system for what’s shifting in the church landscape. Leaders who participate get a first look at next year’s trends