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Young Pastors Are Rare (Here Is What Happened)
Episode 914
The typical age of a pastor is around 60 years old. Young pastors are becoming increasingly rare. What happened? Josh and Sam discuss some demographic realities with the aging pastorate.
Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago
How Wedding Ceremonies Are Different Than in the 1990s (A Pastor's Perspective)
Episode 913
Wedding ceremonies today are very different from those of the 1990s. Thom and Sam discuss what's changed. What's surprising and what's not?
Published on 8 months, 4 weeks ago
Should Churches Share Their Campuses with Other Non-Profits?
Episode 912
Many church buildings sit empty for a good portion of the week. What are the pros and cons of sharing the campus with other non-profits? Josh and Sam discuss some items to consider before opening you…
Published on 8 months, 4 weeks ago
The Burge Report: Everyone Is Having Less Sex (What It Means for the Church)
Episode 911
Ryan Burge discusses his most-read research post of the year. Every age group is having less sex than they were a generation ago. Not only has sexual behavior declined among young people, but it has …
Published on 9 months ago
What's Often Missed with Student Ministry Safety in Churches
Episode 910
Student ministry is often where rules about minors break down in the church. Student ministries don’t need fewer rules than children’s ministries, but they need different rules. Though rebellion seem…
Published on 9 months ago
Seven Power Groups in Churches (The Good and the Bad)
Episode 909
Where people organize, power will be present. The church is no exception. Thom and Sam discuss seven common power groups in churches. Hint: They are not all bad. How can you manage power dynamics amo…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
The Surprise Benefits of a Culture of Continual Education in Your Church: An Interview with Timothy Paul Jones
Episode 908
Continual learning is the philosophy that you keep growing in knowledge over a lifetime. Most of the time, this kind of learning is ongoing and self-motivated. Sam and Josh interview Timothy Paul Jon…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
What Business Leaders in the Church Want Pastors to Know: An Interview with Steve Graves
Episode 907
Thom and Sam interview Steve Graves and discuss how pastors should shepherd business leaders in their churches. Steve has been coaching business leaders for decades and has a deep knowledge of the ch…
Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago
The Ten Commandments of a Pastor's Vacation
Episode 906
Time away is essential. Every pastor needs it, and every church should give it. Josh and Sam revisit a Church Answers article from a few years ago, and the co-hosts discuss the continued importance o…
Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago
The Hidden Opportunity of Hospitality in Churches: An Interview with Danny Franks
Episode 905
Three out of four churches in America have no type of welcome ministry. Why do church leaders fail to see its importance? What are the most significant challenges in starting and maintaining a welcom…
Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago