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Church Collaboration and Killing Consumerism in a Post-Christian Context, with Dan Nichols (ep 79)
A boots-on-the-ground conversation about meeting the challenges of ministry in a very post-Christian region.
Breaking The Cycle Of Small-Church Pastor Loneliness
Too many pastors are doing most of their ministry alone. Especially in smaller churches. But there is hope.
How to Feel Less Overwhelmed in 20 Minutes
Sustainable ministry requires mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Stress is an enemy of all three. But you can overcome it.
De-sizing the Church (pt 10): First Reactions from Church Leaders (ep 078)
De-sizing the Church is getting very strong reactions. These conversations will give you a taste of that, and why it may be time to check it out yourself.
De-sizing The Church: How To Know If You Need To De-size
Take the free survey to discover your “do I need to de-size?“ score.
Three Holy Observations About The Pastor You Are
Pastor, thank you for being equipped by God through the scriptures to see people saved, healed, and transformed.
De-Sizing the Church (pt 9): The Danger of Idolizing Outcomes, with Mike Rubino (ep 077)
Idolatry is not too strong a term for hat happwens when we become obsessed with something Jesus never commanded us to do.
De-sizing The Church: The Danger of Idolizing Outcomes
“Though we act and often work hard, it is, after all, not our battle, but the outcome is in his hands. We don’t battle outcomes.” Dallas Willard
How To Overcome Feeling Like The Invisible Pastor’s Wife
Serving the church is not about being in the spotlight, but it’s not okay to ignore the contributions of those who serve in the background.
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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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