What in the world is a Berry Bucket? If you don’t think this is a relevant topic for your church join Thom and Sam as they discuss the Berry Bucket and how it is often the source of church conflict.

Highlights:

Understanding the Concept of the Berry Bucket

Why Years Two and Three Are the Most Common Berry Bucket Conflict Years

The Communication Issues with the Berry Bucket

Surviving the Berry Bucket

Other highlights:

How is the Berry Bucket created?

How are existing church members threatened by the Berry Bucket?

Conflict with the Berry Bucket can depend upon what type of new church member is acquired.

It will benefit the leader to over communicate the wins and advantages of the Berry Bucket.

A pastor can change the pace of change with tenure.

A church may be declining in growth and still experience the difficult challenges of the Berry Bucket.

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