The Church Answers Podcast

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Thom expands on a popular article he wrote on the same topic. In the first episode, he covers the first five realities.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

The Future of Work in Churches: Ten Realities, Part 2

“The Future of Work in Churches: Ten Realities You Might Not Know” by Thom S. Rainer

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Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

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Many churches have membership rolls that do not reflect reality. Thom shares healthy ways to get the rolls to reflect those who are really still connected to the church.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* “I Am a Church Member: Discovering the Attitude that Makes the Difference” by Thom S. Rainer

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/tTejF9jTVI0

Can you really keep accurate worship attendance? Thom gets a hearty "yes" and explains three ways to do it.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/9RnrYaWnCSM

Thom exhorts church leaders to keep an accurate count of worship attendance. It's not all about the numbers. He shares why.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/J8t9Y3aRgjg

Over 10,000 Baby Boomers retire every day. Some of them are pastors and church staff. Will they have adequate income for retirement? If so, what will be the sources of income?

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

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* Church Revitalization Certification

* Christian Money Solutions

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/63kRlD-IsbE

Many, if not most, churches have far too many activities and full calendars. Thom looks at how to lead these churches to do less to be more effective.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* “Simple Church: Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples” by Thom S. Rainer and Eric Geiger

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/cETjBD959j4

Churches are taking longer to find a pastor. As a consequence, the need for more interim pastors is increasing. Thom looks at the challenges they face.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* Interim Pastor Certification

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/QZ-6eHbjhjs

Thom looks at the typical raises for pastors in 2023. He also looks at the pastors who will be left out.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/U0RmG_JcPuY

"What are you running?" was once an ever-present question among pastors. That is not the case nearly as much today. Thom explains why.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.

https://youtu.be/MBZWlhHU_Lw

Thom provides a high-level overview of the Know Your Community report. He looks at the factors that have led to its rapid growth.

Resources:

Belay’s FREE resource, “25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant”

* Know Your Community

* The Hope Initiative

* Get your FREE tool! Attendance Growth Projector

Church Answers Central Membership

* Check out the Church Answers Christian bookstore! Shop curated, trusted resources for Christian life and ministry

Episode Sponsor:

Sermons. Outreach. Support groups. Youth group. Finances. Reporting. 

Being the leader of a church is a lot of work and maintaining your to-do list can sometimes feel impossible.  

So, don't get bogged down by the administrative side of your church. You should focus on what only you can do — shepherding those God sent your way — while delegating some of those other to-do items on your list. 

Our friends at BELAY can help you get your time back to focus on your ministry. With highly-vetted U.S. based talent, they've got the experts you need to delegate confidently.  

From inbox and schedule management, travel planning and social media management, to reporting and accounting services—they've got the fractional staffing to help your church thrive while reducing your costs.  

To learn even more about the tasks you no longer need to own, BELAY has provided a free resource for our listeners, called “25 Tasks A Pastor Can Delegate To An Assistant.” Check it out today so you can delegate and grow your ministry! 

Visit belaysolutions.com/thomrainer to get access to this free resource now.