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Post-Pandemic Trends In Small Church Ministry, with Dale Sellers (Ep 048)
The expected post-pandemic wave of pastoral resignations hasn’t happened, but pastoral exhaustion has. Why? And what do we do now?
Grandma Went to Woodstock: 5 Principles for Pastoring a Vibrant Older Congregation
The generation that grew up on Led Zeppelin are affecting our churches differently than the generation who watched Lawrence Welk.
Expanding the Sweet Spot for a Healthy Church Turnaround
Knowing and expanding the zone where the hearts of the pastor and congregation meet up with God’s heart is essential for a successful church turnaround.
5 Simple Steps to Recruit Volunteers In a Small Church
It’s hard to disciple people when you can’t even find volunteers. Here’s a simple process that can help small churches do both better.
Overcoming The Dangers of Elitist Christianity, with Michael Clary (Ep 047)
For anyone who’s ever found themselves looking down on other pastors – or anyone who’s been looked down on.
How To Pivot Your Pastoral Leadership In Uncertain Times
When times are normal, leaders inspire change. When times are disruptive, leaders provide stability.
Raising Up Leaders In The Church (Disciple Before You Delegate)
Look for servants first. Find the people who are already helping before they’re asked.
People First: Why Some Pastors Should Spend Less Time On Sermon Prep
The smaller the church, the more discipleship is caught through relationships than it’s taught through preaching.
Team Leadership: Lessons from the Apostle Paul, with Ryan Lokkesmoe (Ep 046)
Managing conflict, coordinating a team, handing leadership to the NextGen. Paul’s life and ministry keep teaching us so much.
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Karl Vaters produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive at KarlVaters.com.
He's the author of five books on church leadership, including his newest, De-Sizing the Church: How Church Growth Became a Science, Then an Obsession, and What's Next. His other books include The Grasshopper Myth and Small Church Essentials.
Karl also hosts a bi-weekly podcast, The Church Lobby: Conversations on Faith & Ministry, featuring in-depth interviews about topics that concern pastors, especially those who minister in a small church context. He has served in small-church ministry for over 40 years, so he speaks and writes from decades of hands-on pastoral experience.
You can follow Karl on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn, or Contact Karl to inquire about speaking, writing, and consultation.
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