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A weekly discussion on church revitalization and replanting featuring Thom Rainer, Jonathan Howe, and Mark Clifton. Revitalize and Replant with Thom Rainer is presented by the North American Mission Board.

Thom Rainer with Jonathan Howe and Mark Clifton

Nashville, TN


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Revitalize & Replant with Thom Rainer podcast has been an incredible help to me in my bi-vocational ministry. As a pastor who is currently revitalizing two churches in different denominations, while also working a full-time healthcare CEO job, I find myself constantly pressing the rewind button to make sure I don't miss any valuable insights. The content provided each week is filled with good, sound advice that is crucial for every revitalizing pastor to hear. It's comforting to know that there are others who have been in similar situations and can offer guidance and support.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the wisdom and experience shared by Thom Rainer, Jonathan Howe, Mark Clifton, and their guests. They provide practical advice and strategies for church leaders that clearly come from a place of love for Christ, the world, and the church. They don't shy away from addressing difficult topics or offering constructive criticism where needed, but they do so without taking cheap shots or being disrespectful. It's refreshing to hear such honest and sincere conversation about the challenges faced by the church today.

    While it's hard to find any major faults with this podcast, one potential downside is that sometimes the episodes can feel overwhelming due to the sheer amount of information presented. As someone who is already juggling multiple responsibilities, it can be daunting to try and implement all of the suggestions and strategies discussed in each episode. However, it's important to remember that not every tip or piece of advice will apply directly to every church situation. It's about taking what resonates with you and applying it in a way that makes sense for your specific context.

    In conclusion, The Revitalize & Replant with Thom Rainer podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in church leadership or ministry. Whether you're a seasoned pastor or just starting out, this podcast offers practical wisdom and encouragement for navigating the challenges of revitalization and change within the church. It's a tremendous blessing to have access to the knowledge and experiences shared by Thom, Jonathan, Mark, and their guests. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone seeking guidance and support in their journey of church revitalization.



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    Latest episodes from Revitalize & Replant with Thom Rainer

    Zero Invitations: The Unforced Error Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 26:01


    An “unforced error” is a term borrowed from sports, especially tennis, meaning a mistake made due to one's own lapse rather than being forced by an opponent. In everyday language, it refers to an avoidable mistake or misstep, typically resulting from a lack of attention or care rather than external pressure. Thom and Jess examine one of the most common unforced errors in this podcast: zero invitations. The post Zero Invitations: The Unforced Error Series appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Holy Huddle: The Unforced Error Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 26:08


    An “unforced error” is a term borrowed from sports, especially tennis, meaning a mistake made due to one's own lapse rather than being forced by an opponent. In everyday language, it refers to an avoidable mistake or misstep, typically resulting from a lack of attention or care rather than external pressure. Thom and Jess examine one of the most common unforced errors in this podcast: the holy huddle. The post The Holy Huddle: The Unforced Error Series appeared first on Church Answers.

    Grow Your Congregation in the Grace of Giving: An Interview with Mike Stadelmayer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 22:37


    Thom and Jess interview Mike Stadelmayer of Church Growth Services. In this episode, they discuss how to grow your congregation in the grace of giving. The post Grow Your Congregation in the Grace of Giving: An Interview with Mike Stadelmayer appeared first on Church Answers.

    Reconnect Your Congregation to the Vision through Generosity: An Interview with Mike Stadelmayer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 23:20


    Thom and Jess interview Mike Stadelmayer of Church Growth Services. In this episode, they discuss how to reconnect your congregation to the vision through generosity. The post Reconnect Your Congregation to the Vision through Generosity: An Interview with Mike Stadelmayer appeared first on Church Answers.

    Failure to Have a Parking Lot Greeter: The Unforced Error Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 27:09


    An “unforced error” is a term borrowed from sports, especially tennis, meaning a mistake made due to one's own lapse rather than being forced by an opponent. In everyday language, it refers to an avoidable mistake or misstep, typically resulting from a lack of attention or care rather than external pressure. Thom and Jess examine one of the most common unforced errors in this podcast: failure to have a parking lot greeter. The post Failure to Have a Parking Lot Greeter: The Unforced Error Series appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Time of Worship Services on the Website Is Not Correct: The Unforced Error Series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 25:40


    An “unforced error” is a term borrowed from sports, especially tennis, meaning a mistake made due to one's own lapse rather than being forced by an opponent. In everyday language, it refers to an avoidable mistake or misstep, typically resulting from a lack of attention or care rather than external pressure. Thom and Jess examine one of the most common unforced errors in this podcast: the time of worship services on the website is not correct. The post The Time of Worship Services on the Website Is Not Correct: The Unforced Error Series appeared first on Church Answers.

    Church Facility Growth Strategy: How to Build with Purpose with Brown Church Development Group

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 25:37


    Thom and Jess are joined by Todd Brown and Isaac Brown of Brown Church Development Group, who are “The Church Facility Experts.” In this second episode, they discuss why intentional, purpose-aligned church facility planning is so critical. Smart churches don't just build for growth; they build for purpose. The post Church Facility Growth Strategy: How to Build with Purpose with Brown Church Development Group appeared first on Church Answers.

    5 Ways “Simple Church” Can Apply to Your Church Facility with Brown Church Development Group

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 24:59


    Thom and Jess are joined by Todd Brown and Isaac Brown of Brown Church Development Group, who are “The Church Facility Experts.” In this first episode, they discuss five powerful ways “Simple Church” principles can shape not just how we do ministry, but how we build the spaces that facilitate it. The post 5 Ways “Simple Church” Can Apply to Your Church Facility with Brown Church Development Group appeared first on Church Answers.

    Where Have All the Atheists and Agnostics Gone?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 27:56


    Thom and Jess discuss how the total of all Nones is at its lowest level since 2018. The post Where Have All the Atheists and Agnostics Gone? appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Nones Are Rising No More: 5 Things Church Leaders Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 27:59


    From 2008 to 2014, the Nones (those who have no religious affiliation) were the fastest-growing demographic segment in the nation. They are no longer growing. In fact, they are declining slightly. Here are five major implications for churches. The post The Nones Are Rising No More: 5 Things Church Leaders Need to Know appeared first on Church Answers.

    How Pastors Can Affair-Proof Their Marriages (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 29:26


    What can pastors do to affair-proof their marriages? I've had the opportunity to talk with a number of pastors whose marriages seem to be healthy. They are certainly long-lived; the most recently married of the pastors to whom I spoke has been married 31 years. The longest marriage was 41 years in my sample group. From them, I learned some important lessons. We will look at eight ways pastors affair-proof their marriages over two episodes. Here are the second four. The post How Pastors Can Affair-Proof Their Marriages (Part 2) appeared first on Church Answers.

    How Pastors Can Affair-Proof Their Marriages (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 26:03


    What can pastors do to affair-proof their marriages? I've had the opportunity to talk with a number of pastors whose marriages seem to be healthy. They are certainly long-lived; the most recently married of the pastors to whom I spoke has been married 31 years. The longest marriage was 41 years in my sample group. From them, I learned some important lessons. We will look at eight ways pastors affair-proof their marriages over two episodes. Here are the first four. The post How Pastors Can Affair-Proof Their Marriages (Part 1) appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Amazing Growth of Sports Ministries to Reach Communities with the Gospel: An Interview with Kevin Drake

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 24:28


    In many (if not most) of the growing churches that are reaching their communities, Church Answers hears a repeated theme in our consultations. These churches are growing through sports ministries. Thom interviews Kevin Drake, Executive Director of Upward Sports, to get a "behind the scenes" perspective of this incredible growing ministry. The post The Amazing Growth of Sports Ministries to Reach Communities with the Gospel: An Interview with Kevin Drake appeared first on Church Answers.

    A Church That Is Really Reaching Its Community with Sports: An Interview with Chris “Tiny” Seely

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 24:17


    Church Answers continues to hear stories about churches reaching their communities through sports. Jess and Thom interview Chris “Tiny” Seely, the children's pastor of Woodbridge Baptist Church in Kingwood, Texas. His church has some amazing stories about how it has used sports to reach people in their community. The post A Church That Is Really Reaching Its Community with Sports: An Interview with Chris “Tiny” Seely appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 4: Abject Failures of American Protestantism in the 21st Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 20:57


    In an unusual departure from the style of this podcast, Thom and Jess look at American Protestantism in the 21st century, highlighting 10 amazing contributions and 10 abject failures. For number 21, the Rainers give American Christianity a “grade” they believe is objective based on the past 25 years. They will take four podcasts to take you on this journey. The post The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 4: Abject Failures of American Protestantism in the 21st Century appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 3: Key Strengths of American Protestantism in the 21st Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 20:48


    In an unusual departure from the style of this podcast, Thom and Jess look at American Protestantism in the 21st century, highlighting 10 amazing contributions and 10 abject failures. For number 21, the Rainers give American Christianity a “grade” they believe is objective based on the past 25 years. They will take four podcasts to take you on this journey. The post The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 3: Key Strengths of American Protestantism in the 21st Century appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 2: Abject Failures of American Protestantism in the 21st Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 21:41


    In an unusual departure from the style of this podcast, Thom and Jess look at American Protestantism in the 21st century, highlighting 10 amazing contributions and 10 abject failures. For number 21, the Rainers give American Christianity a “grade” they believe is objective based on the past 25 years. They will take four podcasts to take you on this journey. The post The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 2: Abject Failures of American Protestantism in the 21st Century appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 1: Key Strengths of American Protestantism in the 21st Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 27:00


    In an unusual departure from the style of this podcast, Thom and Jess look at American Protestantism in the 21st century, highlighting 10 amazing contributions and 10 abject failures. For number 21, the Rainers give American Christianity a “grade” they believe is objective based on the past 25 years. They will take four podcasts to take you on this journey. The post The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of American Protestantism the Past 25 Years, Part 1: Key Strengths of American Protestantism in the 21st Century appeared first on Church Answers.

    The 15 Most Common Names of Churches in the United States

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 27:37


    Listen to the previous podcast where Jess and Thom review the six reasons you should change the name of your church. In this podcast, they look at the 15 most common church names. The post The 15 Most Common Names of Churches in the United States appeared first on Church Answers.

    Six Reasons You Should Change the Name of Your Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 27:23


    Yes, there are times when you should consider changing your church's name. Jess and Thom review six of them. Look at our other podcast this week, where we review the top 15 most common church names. The post Six Reasons You Should Change the Name of Your Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 28:32


    In Part 4, Thom and Jess look at some of the most common issues and questions you have about church revitalization. Your questions have directed us in our research and writings, and they will continue to do so. Though there were several hundred questions you submitted, we selected 23 most common questions about revitalizing churches. See the previous episodes to get the complete series. The post 23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 4 appeared first on Church Answers.

    23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 27:37


    In Part 3, Thom and Jess look at some of the most common issues and questions you have about church revitalization. Your questions have directed us in our research and writings, and they will continue to do so. Though there were several hundred questions you submitted, we selected 23 most common questions about revitalizing churches. Because of the number, we cover the questions in four consecutive podcasts. The post 23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 3 appeared first on Church Answers.

    23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 28:18


    Thom and Jess look at some of the most common issues and questions you have about church revitalization. Your questions have directed us in our research and writings, and they will continue to do so. Though there were several hundred questions you submitted, we selected 23 most common questions about revitalizing churches. Because of the number, we cover the questions in four consecutive podcasts. See the previous episode and stay tuned for Part 3 and 4. The post 23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 2 appeared first on Church Answers.

    23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 28:40


    Thom and Jess look at some of the most common issues and questions you have about church revitalization. Your questions have directed us in our research and writings, and they will continue to do so. Though there were several hundred questions you submitted, we selected 23 most common questions about revitalizing churches. Because of the number, we cover the questions in four consecutive podcasts. The post 23 of the Most Common Questions Asked about Church Revitalization, Part 1 appeared first on Church Answers.

    Five of the Greatest Pain Points of Pastors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 32:32


    Church Answers surveyed over 100 pastors and asked them what caused them the greatest pain. Thom and Jess identify five of the most frequent responses. The post Five of the Greatest Pain Points of Pastors appeared first on Church Answers.

    Seven Ways You Can Develop Thicker Skin in Ministry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 31:11


    Jess and Thom discuss seven ways you can develop thicker skin in ministry. The post Seven Ways You Can Develop Thicker Skin in Ministry appeared first on Church Answers.

    Someone puked loudly while I was preaching. How should I handle unexpected interruptions? and other listener questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 33:30


    Jess and Thom will answer listener questions at various points throughout the year. This week, we will answer several questions on two of our podcasts. The post Someone puked loudly while I was preaching. How should I handle unexpected interruptions? and other listener questions appeared first on Church Answers.

    Should I lead the elders to fire our pastor, who is also my brother-in-law? and other listener questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 34:24


    Jess and Thom will answer listener questions at various points throughout the year. This week, we will answer several questions on two of our podcasts. The post Should I lead the elders to fire our pastor, who is also my brother-in-law? and other listener questions appeared first on Church Answers.

    Growing an Evangelistic Church in a Town of 5,602 People

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 30:57


    The story is remarkable in any town of any size. But First Baptist Church of Okeechobee, Florida, is reaching more people than churches in major cities. You will be amazed by the insights as Thom interviews Pastor Mark McCarter of First Baptist Church, Okeechobee, Florida. The post Growing an Evangelistic Church in a Town of 5,602 People appeared first on Church Answers.

    Evangelistic Growth in a Non-Denominational Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 31:47


    Non-denominational churches are among the fastest (and only?) major categories of growing churches in the United States. Sadly, though, most of them are growing from transfer growth. Lowcountry Community Church in South Carolina is an exception. Thom interviews Pastor Jeff Cranston about the church's amazing conversion growth. The post Evangelistic Growth in a Non-Denominational Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Four Most Common Acts of Stupidity That Get Pastors Fired

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 36:27


    Thom and Jess discuss the four most common acts of stupidity including flirting dangerously with sexual boundaries, plagiarism, financial stupidity, and social media madness. The post The Four Most Common Acts of Stupidity That Get Pastors Fired appeared first on Church Answers.

    Seven Personality Traits Guests Like in a Pastor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 33:04


    Initially, when you ask church guests what they like about a pastor, they will respond with a comment about the pastor's preaching. But if you go just one more level in the conversation, these church guests will also talk about the favorable personality traits of the pastor. The post Seven Personality Traits Guests Like in a Pastor appeared first on Church Answers.

    From Chaos to Clarity: Simplifying Church Finances for Growing Ministries

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 31:58


    Thom and Jess interview Steve Chaney, founder and CEO of Chaney and Associates, the premier CPA firm for churches of all sizes. In this episode, they discuss how churches can streamline their bookkeeping processes to focus more on ministry and growth. The post From Chaos to Clarity: Simplifying Church Finances for Growing Ministries appeared first on Church Answers.

    Breaking the Stigma: Why Church Finances Shouldn’t Be a Mystery (Multisite Churches Must Listen to This)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 30:21


    Thom and Jess interview Steve Chaney, founder and CEO of Chaney and Associates, the premier CPA firm for churches of all sizes. In this episode, they discuss how transparent and accurate bookkeeping builds trust and stewardship in churches. The post Breaking the Stigma: Why Church Finances Shouldn’t Be a Mystery (Multisite Churches Must Listen to This) appeared first on Church Answers.

    New Research: Where Are Church Attendance Trends Headed Through 2030?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 37:51


    In the previous episode, Thom and Jess provided some of the most accurate data on worship attendance trends from 2019, the last pre-COVID year, through today. In this episode, they extrapolate the data to provide projected trends through 2030. You will probably be surprised. The post New Research: Where Are Church Attendance Trends Headed Through 2030? appeared first on Church Answers.

    Beyond the Fiction: What Are the Real Church Attendance Trends in America?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 37:16


    It's hard to get a handle on accurate church attendance trends in America. Examining some of the most reliable sources for church attendance data, including the work of Church Answers, Thom and Jess look at some incredible data that will provide clarity and help your church. The post Beyond the Fiction: What Are the Real Church Attendance Trends in America? appeared first on Church Answers.

    Ten Tips for Becoming a Productive Pastor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 43:49


    The work of pastoral ministry is joyful but also demanding. Every pastor is on call 24/7, and members' expectations are high and sometimes unreasonable. Pastors are thus expected to “run the race” constantly. But how can they keep up the pace in this marathon of ministry without burning out? How can they remain productive with such demands? Jess and Thom offer ten tips for becoming more productive pastors. The post Ten Tips for Becoming a Productive Pastor appeared first on Church Answers.

    When It’s Not Time to Quit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 46:18


    Though we cannot know the will of God for your life, we can share with you the mistakes of many leaders who quit prematurely. Jess and Thom discuss six times when it is likely not the right time to quit. The second reason might surprise you. The post When It’s Not Time to Quit appeared first on Church Answers.

    2025 Updates for AI and the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 42:15


    Can anyone really provide an update on AI? It is moving too fast for most of us. Jess and Thom try to keep local churches updated on the AI issues that could most affect them. The post 2025 Updates for AI and the Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    15 Traps to Avoid If You Lease a Part of Your Church Facility

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 48:54


    More churches are leasing parts of their facilities for both ministry and additional income. Likewise, more churches are making big mistakes in the leasing process. Jess and Thom look at 15 of those mistakes. Listening to just a few of these traps could be a game-changer for your congregation. The post 15 Traps to Avoid If You Lease a Part of Your Church Facility appeared first on Church Answers.

    How to Develop a Church Outreach Plan from Your Demographic and Psychographic Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 38:53


    The demographic and psychographic information about your church is vital to establishing a healthy outreach plan. Jess and Thom show how this plan can be developed for your church. The post How to Develop a Church Outreach Plan from Your Demographic and Psychographic Report appeared first on Church Answers.

    How God Is Working to Bless Churches Financially in Great Ways – Part 3: God’s Miraculous Work Providing Funding for Building at a Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 14:29


    Thom interviews Mike Stadelmayer of Church Growth Services, who provides three incredible stories about how God works to bless churches financially. In this episode, Mike shares the story of a church that raised funds miraculously for a new building. The post How God Is Working to Bless Churches Financially in Great Ways – Part 3: God’s Miraculous Work Providing Funding for Building at a Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    How God Is Working to Bless Churches Financially in Great Ways – Part 2: God’s Miraculous Work Providing Funding for Debt Reduction at a Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 14:08


    Thom interviews Mike Stadelmayer of Church Growth, who provides three incredible stories about how God works to bless churches financially. In this episode, Mike shares the story of a church that raised funds miraculously for debt reduction. The post How God Is Working to Bless Churches Financially in Great Ways – Part 2: God’s Miraculous Work Providing Funding for Debt Reduction at a Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    How God Is Working to Bless Churches Financially in Great Ways – Part 1: God’s Miraculous Work Providing Funding for Deferred Maintenance at a Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 14:18


    Thom interviews Mike Stadelmayer of Church Growth Services, who provides three incredible stories about how God works to bless churches financially. In this episode, Mike shares the story of a church that raised funds miraculously for deferred maintenance. The post How God Is Working to Bless Churches Financially in Great Ways – Part 1: God’s Miraculous Work Providing Funding for Deferred Maintenance at a Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Most Common Barriers to Growth in Churches Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 43:30


    Jess and Thom look at some of the most common barriers in churches while answering the “why” behind each one. Some of the challenges are the same as in past years, but the reasons behind them are often not. The post The Most Common Barriers to Growth in Churches Today appeared first on Church Answers.

    How Does a Church Grow When All or Most of Its Members Are Old? A Return to an Often-Asked Question

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 39:59


    Thom and Jess revisit one of the most frequently asked questions at Church Answers. Instead of speculating, they share actual stories of churches that are doing just that. This podcast will be incredibly helpful to church leaders. The post How Does a Church Grow When All or Most of Its Members Are Old? A Return to an Often-Asked Question appeared first on Church Answers.

    How Do Pastors Recover When Something Unexpected, Funny, or Even Tragic Happens During a Worship Service?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 42:12


    There are 375,000 churches in America that have approximately 26 million worship services a year. Something unexpected is likely to happen every week. And the unexpected does indeed happen. Jess and Thom share some of those stories and tell how pastors respond (or should respond). At the end of the podcast is their favorite on video. The post How Do Pastors Recover When Something Unexpected, Funny, or Even Tragic Happens During a Worship Service? appeared first on Church Answers.

    How Several Church Leaders Became Their Own Church Consultant with Great Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 44:33


    Thom started noticing a trend several years ago. Many pastors and other church leaders were getting consultation training primarily to help their own churches. Thom and Jess look at this growing trend. The post How Several Church Leaders Became Their Own Church Consultant with Great Success appeared first on Church Answers.

    Seven Characteristics of Excellent Worship Leaders That Are Often Forgotten: An Interview with Mike Harland

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 48:03


    A good worship leader can make an incredible difference in a church. A not-so-good worship leader can really mess things up. Jess and Thom interview Mike Harland to dive deeply into seven characteristics of excellent worship leaders that are often not at the forefront of discussion. The post Seven Characteristics of Excellent Worship Leaders That Are Often Forgotten: An Interview with Mike Harland appeared first on Church Answers.

    Why and How You Should Create Your Own Church Curriculum

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 46:36


    Many church leaders are at least aware that a number of churches write their own curriculum. However, this approach is often considered a luxury option that only large churches can do. Jess and Thom share how churches of all sizes can create a variety of their own resources. The post Why and How You Should Create Your Own Church Curriculum appeared first on Church Answers.

    Seven Important Trends in New Member Classes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 48:12


    Churches with membership classes were in the minority just ten years ago. Now, six out of ten churches have a regular new members class. Thom and Jess look at seven of the most current trends. In addition, they provide a contemporary history of new member classes in America. The post Seven Important Trends in New Member Classes appeared first on Church Answers.

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