Breaking Growth Barriers: Escaping the Small Church Syndrome

Breaking Growth Barriers: Escaping the Small Church Syndrome

by | Oct 4, 2023 | Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Community Outreach, Developing Leaders, Leadership, Leadership Development, Podcast

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 210 In the world of faith, there’s an undeniable truth – there’s nothing inherently wrong with being part of a small church. In fact, small churches often foster intimate communities where every member...
Toxic Leadership: Controlling and Manipulative Pastors Wreaking Havoc in the Church

Toxic Leadership: Controlling and Manipulative Pastors Wreaking Havoc in the Church

by | Sep 27, 2023 | Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Growth, Church Health, Developing Leaders, Leadership, Leadership Development, Podcast

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 209 Controlling, manipulative, and outright abusive pastors are harming congregations across America. While exact statistics are hard to come by, some studies suggest that up to 30% of pastors may exhibit narcissistic...
Church Death Spiral: How Once-Thriving Churches Hit Rock Bottom

Church Death Spiral: How Once-Thriving Churches Hit Rock Bottom

by | Sep 13, 2023 | Church Culture, Church Finances, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Community Outreach, Developing Leaders, Disciple Making, First Impressions, Leadership Development, Podcast, Vision

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 207 First Community Church once bustled with activity. Families packed the pews each Sunday while kids scurried off to crowded Sunday School classes. The budget was strong enough to maintain their historic building and...