How to Fire Church Volunteers: A Pastor’s Complete Guide to Difficult Decisions

How to Fire Church Volunteers: A Pastor’s Complete Guide to Difficult Decisions

by | Jul 9, 2025 | Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Culture, Developing Leaders, Evaluations, Leadership, Podcast, Recruitment, Staff Development, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 298 – How to fire church volunteers Every church leader faces moments that test their resolve, but few situations are as challenging as having to fire church volunteers. Whether it’s the long-time greeter...
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...
Why Temperament in Church Volunteer Roles Is the Key to Thriving Ministry

Why Temperament in Church Volunteer Roles Is the Key to Thriving Ministry

by | Jun 11, 2025 | Church Health, Church Revitalization, Coaching, Communication, Culture, Developing Leaders, Disciple Making, Evaluations, Leadership, Leadership Development, Podcast, Recruitment, Staff Development, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 294 – Temperament in Church Volunteer Roles Every church leader has experienced it: the eager volunteer who says yes to serving but burns out within months, or the faithful member who seems perpetually frustrated...
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....
Five Things Worship Leaders Should STOP Doing

Five Things Worship Leaders Should STOP Doing

by | May 7, 2025 | Church Consulting, Church Culture, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Culture, Developing Leaders, Evaluations, Events, First Impressions, Great Commission, Mission, Podcast

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 289 Let’s face it—leading worship is no small task. You’re part musician, part spiritual guide, and part traffic director for the congregation’s musical journey. It’s a balancing act that...