By Laurie Acker
The only podcast for volunteers in small churches and those who lead them, this show is about embracing small church ministry for what it should be - a unique place where God is already at work. Fo
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In this crucial episode of the Small Church Ministry Podcast, we delve into a vital topic of preventing and responding to sexual abuse within our church communities.
With guests Pastor Brad Eubanks and ministry leader Kris Buckman, we’re spotlighting an invaluable, completely free resource that offers comprehensive support and guidance for your church.
Whether you’re a volunteer, ministry leader, or pastor, you can help make your church a safer place for all and help build the trust of your community as well.
Tune in to discover how to use this free resource to make a meaningful difference in your church’s approach to abuse prevention and response.
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With epidemic levels of loneliness, depression, and anxiety disorders today, small churches have a unique opportunity to step into their community like never before.
Mental Health Awareness Month and World Mental Health Day are perfect opportunities to join a movement that’s changing lives.
Listen in as Laura Howe, founder of Hope Made Strong and the Church Mental Health Summit, shares practical ways for small churches to walk alongside those who long to know they are not alone.
We’re talking about:
Connect with Laura Howe:
Free Registration to the Chruch Mental Health Summit 2024: https://www.churchmentalhealthsummit.com/a/2147852404/yFsGboSZ
Free Mental Health Sunday Toolkit: https://www.hopemadestrong.org/2024MentalHealthSunday
The Sanctuary Course: https://sanctuarymentalhealth.org/sanctuary-course/
The Care Ministry Podcast with Laura Howe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-care-ministry-podcast/id1580616639
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It’s not unusual to see people sitting alone in church services. It’s so common that most people think nothing of it.
Listen into this transformative story as Rachael Swihart shares, “As a society, we are the most connected we've ever been. We're also the loneliest we've ever been. About a year ago, I had a conversation with a woman who'd been coming to our church for a while. She told me that it's hard for her to get herself to come because she's divorced and comes alone. She never knew if she'd have someone to sit with. At the time, I sympathized with her but didn't pursue a plan to help … she started coming less and less until she stopped coming all together.”
This all too common story was the catalyst to change in Rachael’s church.
In this episode, Rachael shares simple steps we all can do to lead to change, strengthen our communities, and love more like Jesus.
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If you’re in a smaller church, you know that a small church means a small youth group or sometimes no youth group at all.
Join the conversation with youth ministry expert and G Shades curriculum creator, Mike Haynes, as he shares his vision for a “gospel lens” when it comes to reaching teens and pre-teens in any setting.
Listen in to:
Connect with Mike Haynes:
G Shades Youth Ministry Curriculum & Get a Free 4-Week Curriculum: www.gshades.org
Check out the book Life Through The Lens Of The Gospel
www.instagram.com/mikeehaynes
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In today's episode, we're talking to small church volunteer Pamela Yates from Milan, Indiana.
After retiring from a career in teaching, Pam never imagined she'd be learning to play an instrument, stepping into worship leading, heading up a women's ministry, and more.
Listen in for an inspirational testimony of God not calling the equipped, but equipping the called!
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https://wheregodleads.com/
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Listen in to today's episode for a conversation with That Sunday School Girl, Waynell Henson.
Growing up in a small church, Waynell shares her appreciation for smaller spaces as she encourages Sunday School teachers to teach to one like they are teaching to 100.
With a YouTube following of over 42,000, Wanell shares her commitment "to encouraging a community of Sunday School Lovers who just enjoy being prepared and who come to class ready to be difference makers.
Sunday School isn’t just for kids. It’s one more way for God’s Word to become alive in our everyday lives!"
Connect with Waynell Henson:
Website: https://thatsundayschoolgirl.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ThatSundaySchoolGirl
Facebook, IG, Twitter, TikTok: @ThatSundaySchoolGirl
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F.U.T.U.R.E. Focus Participant guide: https://amzn.to/4do3Axq
F.U.T.U.R.E. Focus Instructor guide: https://amzn.to/3X03DtC
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In this episode, Laurie answers 3 questions from our listeners:
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Listen in as the top leading experts in small church ministry, Laurie Acker & Karl Vaters, discuss the church growth movement, post-Covid impact, and the future of smaller congregations.
Connect with Karl Vaters:
www.karlvaters.com
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This week we are sharing a mainstage talk from last week’s live conference, Married To The Pastor.
Whether you’re a volunteer, ministry leader, or pastor, this episode is for you.
We’re unpacking the 5 things you need to get unstuck in any challenge, calling, or circumstance.
Listen in to learn …
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When Pastors Anthony & Dawn Baldwin Gibson set out to plant a church, they had no idea they would be feeding thousands, helping to heal a community, and building a school. Not only have they built community partnerships in their local area, but they also help other smaller churches identify needs, mobilize volunteers, and find resources they need to serve their communities.
Listen in as Dr. Gibson shares their church story of:
Get your free ticket to the Married to the Pastor Conference >> www.smallchurchsummits.com/ps2024
Connect with Dr. Dawn Baldwin Gibson:
www.peletahministries.com
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