Fall Ministry Launch Planning: 3 Keys to Your Church’s Best Season

Fall Ministry Launch Planning: 3 Keys to Your Church’s Best Season

by | Jul 16, 2025 | Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Disciple Making, Evangelism, Leadership, Podcast, Recruitment, Small Groups, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 299 – Fall ministry launch planning Summer is winding down, and whether your local schools start in early August or wait until after Labor Day, one thing is certain: fall ministry launch season is approaching...
The Top 5 Church Constitution and Bylaws Problems (And How to Fix Them)

The Top 5 Church Constitution and Bylaws Problems (And How to Fix Them)

by | Jul 2, 2025 | Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Finance, Leadership, Leadership Development, Podcast, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 297 – Church constitution and bylaws problems If your church is struggling with church constitution and bylaws problems, you’re not alone. After working with hundreds of churches, we’ve seen the same...
When Is the Best Time for Volunteer Recruitment?

When Is the Best Time for Volunteer Recruitment?

by | Jun 25, 2025 | Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Culture, Developing Leaders, Events, Leadership, Podcast, Recruitment, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 296 – Volunteer Recruitment Timing Most church leaders approach volunteer recruitment like a seasonal gardening project—they plant seeds once a year during the fall push and hope something grows. But what if the...
Busting Spiritual Gifts Myths Every Christian Should Know

Busting Spiritual Gifts Myths Every Christian Should Know

by | Jun 18, 2025 | Christian Life, Church Consulting, Church Culture, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Developing Leaders, Disciple Making, Evaluations, Leadership, Leadership Development, Podcast, Recruitment, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 295 – Spiritual Gifts Myths Many Christians find themselves confused or even paralyzed when it comes to discovering their spiritual gifts. Some rely too heavily on assessments, treating them like divine...
Signs of Unhealthy Church Growth: 4 Red Flags Every Pastor Should Know

Signs of Unhealthy Church Growth: 4 Red Flags Every Pastor Should Know

by | Jun 4, 2025 | Christian Life, Church Consulting, Church Culture, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Community Outreach, Culture, Developing Leaders, Disciple Making, Evaluations, Evangelism, Great Commission, Leadership, Leadership Development, Mission, Podcast, Small Groups, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group, Theology, Values, Vision, Worship

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 293 – Signs of Unhealthy Church Growth Not all growth is good growth. While packed parking lots and full sanctuaries might seem like signs of success, they don’t always indicate a healthy church....
Church Vision Strategy: 4 Steps to Clarity, Growth, and Alignment

Church Vision Strategy: 4 Steps to Clarity, Growth, and Alignment

by | May 28, 2025 | Church Consulting, Church Culture, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Leadership, Podcast, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group, Vision

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 292 – Church Vision Strategy Too many churches cast a bold vision only to see it fade into the background. Without a clear church vision strategy, even the most compelling ideas can get lost in the routines of...