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How Pastors Spend Their Time During the Workweek (Any Surprises?)
Episode 894
Serving a church is not a 9-to-5 kind of job. Ministry comes with odd hours. Josh and Sam discuss their typical workweek and how they keep a rhythm going. Very few pastors work less than 40 hours per…
Published on 11 months ago
The Burge Report: The New Era in American Religion Begins Now (What's Happening?!)
Episode 893
Are we entering a new era in American religion? Current data shows we are at an inflection point. Over the last 30 to 40 years, the share of Americans who had no religious affiliation has dramaticall…
Published on 11 months, 1 week ago
The Tell-Tale Signs of Abusive Pastors
Episode 892
Abuse originates in how victimizers view others. At some level, they believe that other people exist to fulfill their desires. Pastors who take advantage of others place themselves at the center and …
Published on 11 months, 1 week ago
Do You Really Remember What Took Place in Churches During COVID?
Episode 891
Though COVID is still mentioned frequently, many of the detailed memories have disappeared. Thom and Sam recall six very specific developments in churches during COVID based upon hundreds of stories …
Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago
What Will Be the Sacred Cows in Church Worship When the Millennials Are the Oldest Generation?
Episode 890
In about 30 years, Millennials will become the dominant older generation in most churches. What will they refuse to give up? Josh and Sam talk about their generation and what might become the sacred …
Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Making Change in an Older Church (Without Running Over the Old Guard)
Episode 889
It can be particularly challenging for a pastor to lead change in an older church when the primary decision makers (or most of the members) have been in the church for several years, sometimes a few …
Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Things About Church Leadership We Haven't Figured Out Yet
Episode 888
In your 30s and 40s, you start to learn what you don't know. The older you get, you either become more self-aware or stop caring. Josh and Sam talk about what they still haven't figured out after twe…
Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Five Predictions We Got Wrong about the Future of the Church
Episode 887
This time of year, many commentators and researchers prognosticate about the future of the church. Thom and Sam take a different approach in this episode. While many of their predictions from previou…
Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago
What Every Church Leader Needs to Know to Move Church Members to Higher Levels of Generosity
Episode 886
Art Rainer joins Thom to unpack some amazing research that can help you know how to lead your church members to higher levels of giving. You will be amazed how a few simple things can move your churc…
Published on 1 year ago
How to Really Enjoy Your Christmas as a Pastor
Episode 885
The holiday season can be stressful for pastors. The sprint to year-end can exhaust even the most seasoned church staff. Thom and Sam discuss ways to enjoy this busy time of year.
Published on 1 year ago