Effectiveness by the Numbers: Counting What Counts in the Church [Paperback]

William R. Hoyt (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2007

The business world isn't the only place where numbers matter. Measuring statistics within churches can lead to positive change and growth. This book shows us how counting the right things can have a profound impact on ministry effectiveness.

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About the Author

William R. Hoyt was a pastor for 38 years and taught courses in preaching, worship, and leadership at both the Minnesota and San Diego campuses of Bethel Theological Seminary. He is president of NexStep Coaching and Consulting, as well as UniReach International, a nonprofit humanitarian organization. He lives in Diamond Bar, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 124 pages
• Publisher: Abingdon Press (September 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0687641756
• ISBN-13: 978-0687641758
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #159,429 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

During his 43 years of ministry Dr. Bill Hoyt has served as Pastor, Seminary Professor, Executive Minister of the Southwest Baptist Conference and a consultant to churches, denominations and other not-for-profit corporations. For 28 years Dr. Hoyt taught courses in preaching, worship and leadership at both the Minnesota and San Diego campuses of Bethel Theological Seminary.

Dr. Bill Hoyt is the President of NexStep Coaching and Consulting. NexStep is an organization committed to enhancing the ministry effectiveness of Christian leaders and organizations through executive coaching and consulting for organizational development.

Dr. Hoyt is also President of UniReach International a non-profit organization that engages in humanitarian work in Vietnam. He serves as a Board Member of the Charis Foundation, a North Carolina organization that provides counseling and care ministries to pastors, missionaries, their spouses and families.

Bill and his wife Gwyn have been married for 44 years. They have two sons and daughters-in-law, two granddaughters and four grandsons.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You Can't Manage What You Can't Measure, September 9, 2007

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John W. Pearson "John Pearson Associates" (San Clemente, CA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Effectiveness by the Numbers: Counting What Counts in the Church (Paperback)

Bill Hoyt quotes the cynic who said, "Churches are very willing to change. They will make any change necessary to keep things the same!" Hoyt muses that churches are reluctant to measure effectiveness because the cold hard facts might require them to change. Well...it's about time. Preach it!

This book packs a punch. You can't manage what you can't measure and finally, here's a clear and thoughtful voice for local church metrics. There's nothing like it on the market and when an author uses an illustration from The Blues Brothers movie, you know it will be a fun read.

In the "Results Bucket," the first chapter in my book, Mastering The Management Buckets: 20 Critical Competencies for Leading Your Business or Non-profit, I recommend Hoyt's book. I'd also encourage you to read Don Cousin's latest book about measuring success, Experiencing LeaderShift: Letting Go of Leadership Heresies.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Effectiveness by the Numbers, September 6, 2007

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William Nicoson "Bill" (Fountain Valley, CA) - See all my reviews
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I have found in life one thing to be true about effective leaders. They Effectiveness by the Numbers: Counting What Counts in the Churchare willing to say what needs to be said regardless of the consequences. They are willing to risk it all for the kingdom. Hoyt has entered the "no spin zone" for churches and pastors when it comes to measuring what needs to be measured. With pinpoint accuracy Hoyt takes us from the Faithfulness vs. Fruitfulness debate to a CD Rom in the back of the book for forms on how we can accurately measure our effectiveness as leaders in ministry. No matter where you are on this subject you need to read this book and let it simmer. You will be better off for reading it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Finally -- Accountability for the local church, December 27, 2007

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This is the best book available for any local church leader who wants to engender a culture of accountability in his or her ministry. Most local church leaders will be unwilling to make the effort, but those who do could not find a better place to start than Hoyt's book. The book is useful mainly for evangelical churches who want to grow. Hoyt's advice is passionate and practical.