Revitalize and Replant

By North American Mission Board

Your church doesn’t have to die. God is moving, even in the most difficult places. The Revitalize and Replant podcast equips pastors to take their churches from declining to thriving by pointing them ... more

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Number 1: 5 Keys to Leading Funerals for Unchurched People
Funerals can provide unique opportunities for pastors to minister to grieving families and share the hope of the gospel with people who may have little or no connection to the church. In this episode of Revitalize & Replant, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss 5 practical ways pastors can faithfully and compassionately lead funeral services for unchurched people. 5 Keys to Leading Funerals for Unchurched People Lead with compassion. Honor the person honestly. Speak clearly about hope. Keep it simple and understandable. Follow up after the service. Whether you're leading a funeral for a longtime church member or ministering to a family with little connection to the church, these five principles can help you provide compassionate pastoral care while faithfully proclaiming the hope of the gospel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 27, 202627min
Number 2: "Rest Well, Lead Well" with Mark Dance
Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst talk with Mark Dance, Executive Director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, about why Sabbath rest is essential for sustainable pastoral leadership. Learn how to protect your calling, your marriage, and your congregation by treating ministry as a marathon—not a sprint. Some Highlights: The importance of Sabbath and rest for pastors The difference between rest and laziness The dangers of ignoring Sabbath The difference in treating ministry as a marathon versus a sprint The importance of scheduling times of rest Resources Related to This Episode: Rest Well, Lead Well: Why Sabbath Matters to Your Ministry by Mark Dance Note: All proceeds from the sale of Rest Well, Lead Well go to Mission: Dignity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
August 25, 202624min
Number 3: 7 Characteristics of a Failing Church: Part 1
Why do some churches decline while others remain healthy and fruitful? On today’s episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss characteristics that can contribute to church decline and prevent churches from effectively making disciples and reaching their communities. Some Highlights: A failure to teach people to apply the Word Culture replaces mission Family control There is no strategy for new members to become established members Resources Related to This Episode: Simple Church: Returning to God’s Process for Making Disciples by Thom Rainer and Eric Geiger Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
September 15, 202623min
Number 4: Distrust, Deconstruction, and Shallow Formation
Many churches are facing growing distrust of pastors and institutions, questions about the Christian faith, and a lack of deep biblical formation. On today’s episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss these cultural and Christian trends and how church leaders can respond with wisdom, truth, and grace. Some Highlights Many people distrust pastors and churches. Sometimes that distrust comes from real hurt. People have serious doubts. They need safe, biblical places to process their questions. Some people deconstruct their faith. But they often do not know how to rebuild it. Many Christians have strong opinions—but weak biblical foundations. Culture often rejects authority. Scripture teaches that godly authority serves and protects. Resources Related to This Episode: · Authority: How Godly Rule Protects the Vulnerable, Strengthens Communities, and Promotes Human Flourishing by Jonathan Leeman Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
September 10, 202625min
Number 5: 15 Ways to Recognize and Honor Church Volunteers
Church volunteers are essential to healthy ministry, but they need to know their service is valued. On today’s episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss 15 practical ways church leaders can encourage, thank, and appreciate volunteers who faithfully serve their churches. Some Highlights: Commission volunteers at the beginning of the year. Write thank-you notes. Give them a coffee gift certificate. Provide childcare for a date night. Cater a volunteer appreciation meal. Pray for a “Volunteer of the Week” each week. Send birthday cards to volunteers. Send a thank-you note from the church staff to a volunteer’s spouse. Celebrate with a volunteer family picnic. Enlist a photographer to take a family photo for each volunteer. Sponsor a “Christmas in ____” stocking-stuffer event. Call 2 or 3 volunteers each week. Have children create thank-you pictures for their teachers and leaders. Create a volunteer appreciation team that continually looks for ways to say thank you. Always, always pray for more laborers (Matthew 9:37–38). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
September 08, 202622min