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The following four statements have the power to stop the important work of revitalization cold in its tracks. Thom and Kevin share stories, and discuss the importance of recognizing these problematic statements and how to address them before it’s too late.
Highlights:
- “If only we had more __________.”
- “It’s __________ ‘s fault.”
- “This situation is hopeless.”
- “This is not a good neighborhood for revitalization.
Resources mentioned in today’s podcast:
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Revitalize & Replant is sponsored by the North American Mission Board and ChurchReplanters.com. More than 10% of churches in North America are at risk of closing and the North American Mission Board is committed to reversing this trend by decreasing the death rate of existing churches while simultaneously increasing the birth rate of new churches. To learn more about what it means to become a replanting pastor or to explore resources for replanting and revitalization in your own church, visit ChurchReplanters.com.Submit Your Question:
Do you have a question about church revitalization or replanting for us to use on the podcast? Visit the podcast page to submit your question. If we use it on the show, you’ll get a copy of Autopsy of a Deceased Church and Reclaiming Glory.
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I would like to know how I can “plug in” to learn more about your consulting work. I retired from active ministry, mostly as a pastor, after 42 years. We took three years off and then started a support work for small churches and new pastors. We have been doing that for the past five years and realized last year that a lot of our time was spent on consulting with former churches we were connected to. Most of them were I the midst of turmoil and declension. Is there a training program you have that my wife and I could learn to do this better? Any help would be appreciated.
Larry –
Check ChurchConsultation.University. We will be closing registration for the Spring class on January 31.