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Seven Reasons the 10+ Year Pastorate Is Becoming More Common – Rainer on Leadership #48422:26

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Podcast Episode #484 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Data shows pastoral tenure is increasing. Today we examine why more pastorates are reaching double digit tenure. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Bigger isn’t always better. It’s usually the same problems just with more peo ...…

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Six Social Media Posts Church Leaders Should Avoid – Rainer on Leadership #48323:38

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Podcast Episode #483 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Social media can be great for expressing yourself, getting news, meeting new friends, and living out your faith. The problem comes when we post something not so smart. Today we cover six areas to avoid on social media. Some highlights f ...…

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Should the Pastor Have Visibility to Members’ Giving? – Rainer on Leadership #48225:20

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Podcast Episode #482 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Groups that get donations usually have visibility of who gives what. But what about a church? Should a pastor know who is giving and how much? Today, we discuss. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Changes in a church member’s ...…

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Six Ways to Minister after a Miscarriage – Rainer on Leadership #48122:11

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Podcast Episode #481 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Miscarriage is a difficult live event for those going through it. It’s often not handled well by ministers, either. Today we discuss how to better handle these events in life and ministry. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Y ...…

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Ten Goofy Criticisms of Pastors – Rainer on Leadership #48023:29

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Podcast Episode #480 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify We asked our members at Church Answers for the wildest criticisms they had ever received. The answers did not disappoint. Some highlights from today’s episode include: I still remember criticisms from 25 years ago. They stick with a pas ...…

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Five Major “What If” We Regrets We Are Hearing from Churches – Rainer on Leadership #47923:40

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Podcast Episode #479 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Regret often comes when it’s too late to change things in a church. Today, we discuss five of the most common regrets we hear from churches. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Sometimes, churches need to relocate for good rea ...…

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Altar Calls, the Perfect Pastoral Work Week, and Other Listener Questions – Rainer on Leadership #47822:52

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Podcast Episode #478 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify We get a lot of questions here at Rainer on Leadership. Today, we take some time to talk about vacations with church members, altar calls, and the perfect pastoral work week. Some highlights from today’s episode include: You shouldn’t a ...…

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The Six Characteristics of a Scrappy Church – Rainer on Leadership #47724:34

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Podcast Episode #477 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify My latest book, Scrappy Church, was written to offer hope to churches who think they may not have a future. God is not done with your church yet. Some highlights from today’s episode include: God has put you at your church for a reason. ...…

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Seven Traits of a Healthy Church – Rainer on Leadership #47621:24

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Podcast Episode #476 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify We need healthy churches. I’ve committed my ministry to helping churches grow healthier. But what does a healthy church look like? Today, we discuss seven traits they exhibit. Some highlights from today’s episode include: For too many c ...…

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Should a Church Pursue Legacy Giving? – Rainer on Leadership #47521:01

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Podcast Episode #475 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Legacy giving, or inherited funds, is something that churches often do not pursue. Today we discuss why that’s often a mistake and how to do so. Some highlights from today’s episode include: There is a fear in churches that members will ...…

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Sacred Cows to Be Aware of in Your Church – Rainer on Leadership #47425:00

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Podcast Episode #474 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify We recently ran a Twitter poll to find out the most dealt with sacred cows in churches. The responses were both hilarious and worrisome. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Sacred cows are often sacred not simply because of th ...…

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Seven Reasons Why Writing Handwritten Notes Will Revolutionize Your Ministry – Rainer on Leadership #47321:10

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Podcast Episode #473 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio • Spotify Handwritten notes are a lost art for many. Today, we discuss why they are so important and how you can use them to boost encouragement in your church and ministry. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Cultivating a habit of wri ...…

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Six Reasons Why Churches Continue to Get Immature Christians in Leadership Positions – Rainer on Leadership #47221:46

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Podcast Episode #472 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Leadership in the church tends to fall to those who are either the loudest or who want it the most instead of who is spiritually mature enough to handle it. Today we explore why this happens and how to avoid it. Some highlights from today’s episo ...…

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Why I’m Starting Revitalize Network – Rainer on Leadership #47123:55

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Podcast Episode #471 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio I recently announced the launch of Revitalize Network—a 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on helping churches revitalize. Today, we discuss the details of the network and how you can join us. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Many ...…

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A Look Back at My Time at LifeWay – Rainer on Leadership #47026:46

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Podcast Episode #470 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio With my upcoming retirement from LifeWay, we take time to look back on my 13 years as president. We discuss the challenges, the wins, the fun times, and the walk on the beach that changed the course of LifeWay forever. Some highlights from today’ ...…

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Five Types of Infrequent Attendees – Rainer on Leadership #46921:56

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Podcast Episode #469 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Declining attendance isn’t as much of an issue in churches as declining frequency of attendance. Today we discuss those who miss frequently and how to solve that. Some highlights from today’s episode include: For the Christian, corporate worship ...…

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Five Key Reasons Churches Become More Unified – Rainer on Leadership #46823:39

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Podcast Episode #468 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Church unity is an issue in many churches. Fighting, gossip, and bullying can really play havoc on unity. Today, we discuss why and how churches can become more unified. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Jesus wanted churches to be un ...…

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How to Say No to Church Members – Rainer on Leadership #46723:36

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Podcast Episode #467 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Pastors often fall into the trap of being people pleasers. Today, we discuss why and how you can say no to requests or even demands from church members. Some highlights from today’s episode include: One of the most freeing things a leader can do ...…

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Why Staff Issues Are Among the Most Painful Church Issues – Rainer on Leadership #46622:16

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Podcast Episode #466 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Church staffing can be tricky in today’s churches. On this episode we discuss reasons church staffing issues can hurt a church and how to deal with them. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Bad hiring is endemic in churches, and we end ...…

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Why Poor Discipleship Is Such a Big Issue in Many Churches – Rainer on Leadership #46523:25

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Podcast Episode #465 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Discipleship is something churches say they do, but also something they don’t always really understand. Today we explain why. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Too many church leaders either don’t under stand discipleship or don’t und ...…

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Your Church Has Been Offered a Facility…Now What? – Rainer on Leadership #46423:43

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Podcast Episode #464 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Tim Cool joins us to discuss facility management and why a free building could be the most expensive building your church has. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Total annual operational costs of your church building should run between ...…

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What to Do If You Desire Excellence in the Church, but You Are Not Seeing It – Rainer on Leadership #46321:06

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Podcast Episode #463 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Many churches aspire to excellence, but unfortunately many of them miss the mark. Today we discuss how to excel in your church. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Most frustrations for pastors and church staff are the result of minor i ...…

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Eight Ways Church Members Can Help Pastors Avoid Burnout — Rainer on Leadership #46221:18

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Podcast Episode #462 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Burnout is a real issue for many, and pastors are not exempt. Today we discuss how church members can help their pastor avoid it. Some highlights from today’s episode include: There are times that need ministry on a 24/7 basis. But there should a ...…

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Why Some Interim Pastorates Are Successful When Others Are Not – Rainer on Leadership #46123:01

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Podcast Episode #461 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Pastoral transition happens all the time. Today we discuss what makes for a successful interim pastorate and how InterimPastor.University can help. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Interim pastors need to help give a church hope. No ...…

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Five Major Ways to Improve Your Worship Services – Rainer on Leadership #46023:15

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Podcast Episode #460 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio There are several things you can do in worship services to improve the experience for guests and members. Today we discuss five such things—four of which cost nothing. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Poorly done announcements can re ...…

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Why People Don’t Invite Others to Church – Rainer on Leadership #45923:24

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Podcast Episode #459 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio A recent LifeWay Research study reported on the invite habits of American churchgoers. Today, we examine the results and discuss how to correct the problems. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Nearly two-thirds of Protestant churchgoer ...…

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Problems Churches Face When They Don’t Have a Pastor – Rainer on Leadership #45824:27

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Podcast Episode #458 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio William Vanderbloemen joins us to discuss the problems churches often face when they are pastorless. Some highlights from today’s episode include: When a church loses a pastor, it can expect a 5-15% drop in giving. The larger a church, the bigger ...…

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Why Digital Giving Options Are Vital for the Financial Health of Your Church – Rainer on Leadership #45722:09

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Podcast Episode #457 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio If churches want the next generation of members to give to their full potential, digital giving options are a must. Today, we explain why. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Regardless of the size of your church, you should have digita ...…

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Nine Key Statistical Insights from Churches in 2018 – Rainer on Leadership #45625:49

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Podcast Episode #456 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Tony Morgan joins us to discuss statistical trends he’s finding in churches today and what those trends can mean for your church in the future. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Churches shouldn’t settle when it comes to attendance, b ...…

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The Value of Women in the Workplace and the Rise of Working from Home – Rainer on Leadership #45522:23

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Podcast Episode #455 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Shannon Miles joins us today to discuss her new book, The Third Option, and the rise of working from home. Some highlights from today’s episode include: “It’s important to have women in the room and speaking into major decisions in the church and ...…

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Eight Warning Signs Your Church Is Drifting from God’s Mission – Rainer on Leadership #45422:19

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Podcast Episode #454 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Is your church aligned with God’s intended mission for her? A post by Sam Rainer serves as the basis of today’s discussion on warning signs that you might be drifting from God’s mission. Some highlights from today’s episode include: You may recog ...…

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Seven Reasons People Give More to Their Church – Rainer on Leadership #45321:33

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Podcast Episode #453 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Money is a subject too many pastors avoid—but they shouldn’t. It’s important to preach and teach on biblical stewardship. Today we explain seven ways that can lead to increased giving. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Pastors shouldn ...…

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Top Ten Ways Churches Drive Away First-time Guests – Rainer on Leadership #45222:52

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Podcast Episode #452 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Guest friendliness has been a constant theme on this blog and podcast over the past few years. There’s even a book that came out of these discussions. Today, we look at a classic post on the subject and unpack several ways churches actually push ...…

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Five Consequences of the Pending Retirement of Boomer Pastors – Rainer on Leadership #45121:25

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Podcast Episode #451 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Every single day, 1,000 Boomers are hitting retirement age. This includes Boomer pastors. Today we discuss the consequences of this reality and also highlight why many are choosing Interim Pastor University to prepare for their next stage of mini ...…

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Five Future Developments Coming to the Church – Rainer on Leadership #45023:45

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Podcast Episode #450 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Churches of the future will have many of the same components of churches today, but there are changes that will take place. Today, we cover five of those changes. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Churches of all sizes are starting to ...…

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Six Considerations for Selecting Mission Partners – Rainer on Leadership #44922:54

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Podcast Episode #449 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Churches are asked often to help fund or partner in missions. Today, we discuss how to make those decisions thanks to a post by Sam Rainer. Some highlights from today’s episode include: If you cannot connect your church members to doing a mission ...…

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Why People Leave a Church – Rainer on Leadership #44822:38

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Podcast Episode #448 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio A recent study by LifeWay Research showed that 15% of church members have considered leaving their church in the past six months. Today, we discuss why. Some highlights from today’s episode include: About 1 in 7 church members have considered lea ...…

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Seven Ways to Adapt to Changes in Church Attendance – Rainer on Leadership #44723:00

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Podcast Episode #447 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Jim Sheppard, CEO of Generis, joins us today to talk about a new, free eBook (The Big Shift) and to discuss how your church can best adapt to the changing patterns in church member attendance. Some highlights from today’s episode include: When ch ...…

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How to Deal With an Angry Church Member – Rainer on Leadership #44621:43

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Podcast Episode #446 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio I get asked this question on nearly a daily basis. Pastors from all over are wanting to know how to deal with angry church members. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Responding to anger with more anger just escalates the situation. So ...…

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Four Steps for Dealing with a #MeToo Moment in Your Church – Rainer on Leadership #44522:41

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Podcast Episode #445 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Josh Bryant, the Church Law Guru, joins us to discuss how your church can prepare for and respond to a #MeToo accusation. Some highlights from today’s episode include: In the church, we are more aware of sexual abuse and assault issues than ever ...…

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Six Ways the #MeToo Movement Has Affected Local Church Life – Rainer on Leadership #44422:45

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Podcast Episode #444 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Sexual abuse in the Church has become a major issue for pastors and church leaders. Today, we discuss why this is an important moment for the Church to get right in the way things are handled. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Because ...…

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Equipping Millennials in the Church – Rainer on Leadership #44323:18

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Podcast Episode #443 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Chris Martin, the Millennial Evangelical, joins us to discuss Ministering to Millennials and how your church can better equip and engage Millennials. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Systematic theology and classical theological trai ...…

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Eight Ways the Digital World Has Changed Local Church Ministry – Rainer on Leadership #44224:12

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Podcast Episode #442 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Churches continue to be shaped by the changing digital world. Today, we discuss eight specific ways churches have been changed by technology and digital resources. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Online community is now just as impo ...…

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What to Do If You Are Exhausted from Doing Ministry – Rainer on Leadership #44120:58

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Podcast Episode #441 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Ministry never stops. Because of this, it can be quite exhausting. Today, we discuss how to combat this exhaustion. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Try to do more things that energize you in ministry and fewer things that drain you. ...…

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The Unchurched Next Door – Rainer on Leadership #44022:01

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Podcast Episode #440 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio When it was published 15 years ago, The Unchurched Next Door provided insight into reaching those far from Christ with the gospel. Today, we review the book and the research that made it possible. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Gos ...…

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Seven Tips for Pastors on Facebook – Rainer on Leadership #43921:51

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Podcast Episode #439 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Social media can be tricky for pastors and church staff. Who to connect with? Who to ignore? It’s not easy, so today we provide seven tips for navigating Facebook. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Facebook can be dangerous territory ...…

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How to Do Staff Reviews – Rainer on Leadership #43823:43

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Podcast Episode #438 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Staff reviews can be tricky for some pastors and church leaders. Today we discuss tips for doing those well. Some highlights from today’s episode include: A negative staff review should not be a surprise to the staff member. When setting goals fo ...…

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Surprising Insights from the Unchurched – Rainer on Leadership #43722:15

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Podcast Episode #437 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio When Surprising Insights from the Unchurched released in the early 2000s, we didn’t realize nearly 20 years later that the research would still ring true. Today we discuss why it’s still applicable for churches in our day and age. Some highlights ...…

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Legal Issues Facing Churches Today – Rainer on Leadership #43625:34

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Podcast Episode #436 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Legal expert and lawyer Josh Bryant joins us to discuss the five most important legal issues facing churches today. Some highlights from today’s episode include: Church security is way more detailed than who should carry a gun. You’re way more li ...…

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Challenges Church Personnel Committees (or Similar Groups) Face – Rainer on Leadership #43521:55

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Podcast Episode #435 SUBSCRIBE: iTunes • RSS • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • iHeart Radio Personnel teams at churches have a difficult job because they’re often tasked with oversight of people they don’t see but a few times a week. Today we discuss some of the challenges they face. Some highlights from today’s episode include: To accu ...…

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