Church Leadership Lab

In this episode, we sit down with Mark MacDonald, a church branding strategist and founder of Be Known for Something.

We explore how churches can build a consistent communication rhythm that brings clarity to their messaging and helps them reach both their congregation and their community more effectively.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Reactive vs. intentional church communication
• Why consistency builds trust
• Moving beyond announcement culture
• The "Pick It, Place It, Push It, Prove It" framework
• Finding your church’s communication “thread”

Join us as we dive into practical strategies for building a consistent church communication rhythm with Mark MacDonald.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3P0sT1j

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In this episode, we sit down with Tara Banks, worship pastor at Seacoast Church, author, and worship consultant.

We explore what it takes to build a healthy worship team both on and off the stage, with practical insights for leaders at any church.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The heart behind healthy worship teams
• Signs of unhealthy team culture
• Staying spiritually connected as a leader
• Importance of Sabbath for ministry longevity
• Creating a culture of trust and clarity
• Mutual respect between worship and senior leadership

Join us as we dive into Building a Healthy Worship Team On and Off the Stage with Tara Banks.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4l5r6ns

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In this episode, we sit down with Steve Fogg, Melbourne-based digital strategist, pastor, and online campus leader passionate about helping churches maximize their digital outreach.

We explore how churches can leverage digital tools to make a greater impact during Easter and beyond.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Key digital opportunities around Easter
• Google search trends and church visibility
• Setting up effective Google Business Profiles
• Maximizing Google Ad Grants for churches
• Using Facebook and Instagram for outreach
• Optimizing church websites for new guests

Join us as we dive into Using Digital Outreach to Maximize Your Church’s Easter Impact with Steve Fogg.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4c9DikP

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In this episode, hosts Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore explore practical strategies to prepare your church’s staff and volunteers for Easter, ensuring an impactful and joy-filled holiday weekend.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Early and positive Easter communication.
• Setting clear expectations for teams.
• Recruiting and onboarding new volunteers.
• Balancing service and spiritual care.
• Over-preparing for kids ministry needs.
• Celebrating and supporting your team.

Join us as we dive into Tips to Prepare Your Church’s Staff and Volunteers for Easter with Kendall Conner & Jessica Moore.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4c1fcZo

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In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Howell from the Ministry Brands team who has spent more than a decade working with churches and nonprofits to implement accounting systems and steward their finances well.

We explore practical tips for building healthy church accounting practices and overcoming common challenges.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The unique needs of church accounting
• Overcoming intimidation around church finances
• The pitfalls of relying on Excel
• Creating clarity in financial reporting
• Building trust through financial transparency

Join us as we dive into Practical Tips for Healthy Church Accounting with Jonathan Howell.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4r62ld7

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as legal, tax, or accounting advice. Every church, ministry, and nonprofit's situation is unique, so we encourage you to consult your own accountant, tax professional, or legal advisor before making any financial or legal decisions.

In this episode, we sit down with Brad Lomenick, leadership strategist, author of H3 Leadership, and former president of the Catalyst Conference.

We explore practical habits that help leaders become transformational and cultivate healthy church environments.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Building leadership one habit at a time
• The importance of humility, hunger, and hustle
• Self-awareness and team dynamics
• Creating healthy rhythms versus balance
• Staying curious as a leader
• Developing credibility through execution

Join us as we dive into Becoming a Transformational Leader One Habit at a Time with Brad Lomenick.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3OmkKUl

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In this episode, we sit down with Ben Stapley, executive pastor, speaker, creative director, and church consultant with over 20 years of experience in leadership and communication.

We explore practical strategies for planning a memorable Easter church service that truly connects with the community.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Welcoming first-time Easter guests
• Selecting impactful worship music
• Sharing compelling stories and testimonies
• Engaging families and children at Easter
• Fostering an invite culture in churches

Join us as we dive into Planning A Memorable Easter Church Service for Your Community with Ben Stapley.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4a29Ev0

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In this episode, we sit down with Greg Atkinson, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and church secret shopper with 30 years of experience in organizational leadership.

We explore proven strategies for how churches can reach and keep first-time guests, moving them from visitors to engaged members.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The importance of a welcoming guest experience
• Secret shopper insights for church improvement
• Practical tips for guest follow-up and assimilation
• Digital tools to connect with newcomers
• The impact of intentionality on church growth
• Creating a culture of kindness and hospitality

Join us as we dive into How Churches Can Reach and Keep First-Time Guests with Greg Atkinson.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/45UUTJb

In this episode, we sit down with Nicole Lucas, creative arts pastor, leadership coach, and founder of The Creative Level.

We explore why clarity is essential for healthy church staffs and teams, and practical ways leaders can foster clear communication and thriving cultures.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Why clarity matters for church teams
• Spotting and fixing misalignment issues
• The role of language in shaping culture
• Building healthy communication habits
• Managing creative and tech teams effectively
• Practical steps for planning worship services

Join us as we dive into How to Bring Clarity to Your Church Staff and Teams with Nicole Lucas.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4sLiy90

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Young, leadership consultant, executive coach, speaker, professor, and author with over 25 years of experience helping organizations and churches build thriving, people-first cultures.

We explore the essential elements of creating a healthy volunteer culture that attracts and retains leaders in the church.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Motivating volunteers beyond tasks
• Creating magnetic and joyful team environments
• Designing impactful first serve experiences
• Effective volunteer training strategies
• Retaining volunteers and preventing burnout
• Prioritizing people over roles

Join us as we dive into Building a Healthy Volunteer Culture That Attracts and Retains Leaders with Jason Young.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/452Y557