March 26, 2025

Six Reasons You Should Change the Name of Your Church

27 minutes

Yes, there are times when you should consider changing your church’s name. Jess and Thom review six of them. Look at our other podcast this week, where we review the top 15 most common church names.

To create a clear or new priority.

To change a geographical distinction that is no longer relevant.

To identify with the community more clearly and emphatically.

To avoid confusion with another church.

To do a de facto relaunch.

To reflect the merger with or acquisition by another church.

Resources:

Chaney & Associates

The Church Advisory Podcast

Upward Running

The Church Answers Podcast: “The 15 Most Common Names of Churches in the United States”

The Hope Initiative

Church Answers Membership

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