The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson

The effectiveness of the senior leadership team impacts every aspect of the ministry. In this episode, Tony and Amy outline the seven key roles of a senior leadership team and offer six tips for empowering your leaders. This Episode is Sponsored by Ministry Brands Introducing Ministry Brands' brand new flagship solution, Ministry Brands Amplify: a cutting-edge all-in-one Church Ops solution helping empower healthy churches, connect, engage, and grow their Ministry while boosting member engagement, allowing church staff and volunteers to focus on their calling. Empower your Ministry today with this all-in-one Giving, People, Streaming, App Builder, and Website solution. Learn more. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode318. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Often when churches are building a senior leadership team, the tendency is to invite team members based on their title or tenure—but the criteria for a healthy and effective senior leadership team goes much deeper than that. In this episode, Tony and Amy offer practical guidelines and defining questions to help you identify the right leaders for your senior leadership team. This Episode is Sponsored by Ministry Brands Introducing Ministry Brands' brand new flagship solution, Ministry Brands Amplify: a cutting-edge all-in-one Church Ops solution helping empower healthy churches, connect, engage, and grow their Ministry while boosting member engagement, allowing church staff and volunteers to focus on their calling. Empower your Ministry today with this all-in-one Giving, People, Streaming, App Builder, and Website solution. Learn more. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode317. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

The people who hold the senior leadership positions of your church are the best chance your church has to achieve the vision and mission God designed your church to accomplish at this moment in time. In this episode, Tony and Amy dive into the importance of developing a healthy and effective senior leadership team on your church staff. This Episode is Sponsored by Ministry Brands Introducing Ministry Brands' brand new flagship solution, Ministry Brands Amplify: a cutting-edge all-in-one Church Ops solution helping empower healthy churches, connect, engage, and grow their Ministry while boosting member engagement, allowing church staff and volunteers to focus on their calling. Empower your Ministry today with this all-in-one Giving, People, Streaming, App Builder, and Website solution. Learn more. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode316. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

25 years ago, Tony Morgan left his job in city management to enter full-time ministry. In this bonus episode, Tony shares the story of how he got started in ministry, the people who encouraged him along in this path, the challenges he faced, and his biggest takeaway from 25 years in ministry. For the full episode transcript, visit this episode's Show Notes here. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening when this episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Gen Z is now a crucial part of the workforce and on the front lines of ministry. So how can we effectively raise up Gen Z leaders for both ministry and leadership? In the final episode of our series, Tony sits down with Chris Hodges (Lead Pastor of Church of the Highlands) and Mark Pettus (President of Highlands College) to discuss their strategies and advice for identifying and empowering the next generation of leaders. Free Webinar: How to Structure Your Staff to Develop Next Gen Leaders If we want the legacy of our leadership to outlive us, we have to focus on giving leadership away to the next generation. Join Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson on September 28 for this free 1-hour webinar where you'll be empowered with the systems and strategies to confidently structure your church for future impact. This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center A lot of people in ministry feel overwhelmed by the amount of details they need to organize, volunteers they need to schedule, or events they need to plan to cultivate community. But Planning Center, an all-in-one church management system, can help you organize your ministries and give your congregants a place to engage. Anyone can sign up for the free plan of any product to try it out today at planningcenter.com! For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode315. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

The more leaders in the church can work together and learn from each other, the more opportunity grows for effective multi-generational ministry. In this episode, Tony sits down with Carlos Cardenas, the Executive Pastor of Christ Fellowship Miami, to discuss what makes Millennials in leadership unique and how generations in the church can work together. Free Webinar: How to Structure Your Staff to Develop Next Gen Leaders If we want the legacy of our leadership to outlive us, we have to focus on giving leadership away to the next generation. Join Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson on September 28 for this free 1-hour webinar where you'll be empowered with the systems and strategies to confidently structure your church for future impact. This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center A lot of people in ministry feel overwhelmed by the amount of details they need to organize, volunteers they need to schedule, or events they need to plan to cultivate community. But Planning Center, an all-in-one church management system, can help you organize your ministries and give your congregants a place to engage. Anyone can sign up for the free plan of any product to try it out today at planningcenter.com! For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode314. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Developing the next generation is not just about having a program—it's a mindset. In this episode, Tony sits down with Executive Pastor Dan Zimbardi and People and Culture Director Tim Hawley from Sandals Church (Riverside, CA) to discover how their team has created a successful leadership development model to raise up the next generation. Free Webinar: How to Structure Your Staff to Develop Next Gen Leaders If we want the legacy of our leadership to outlive us, we have to focus on giving leadership away to the next generation. Join Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson on September 28 for this free 1-hour webinar where you'll be empowered with the systems and strategies to confidently structure your church for future impact. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Between your ministry and your life at home, managing your time as a church leader can feel impossible. If you're feeling overwhelmed, our friends at BELAY can help. Since time is the most valuable resource we have, BELAY wants to help you maximize it by offering our listeners an exclusive free download of their newest ebook, The Power of Productivity. Start making the most of the time you have each day and lead with BELAY. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode313. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Developing the next generation of leaders seems to be one of the most pressing challenges churches are facing today. That's why we're kicking off a brand new series all about how we can intentionally raise up and empower the next generation of leaders in our ministries. In this episode, Tony sits down with Tim Elmore, Founder and CEO of Growing Leaders and author of A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team a Competitive Advantage, to discuss how leaders can begin to address the generation gap on their teams. Free Webinar: How to Structure Your Staff to Develop Next Gen Leaders If we want the legacy of our leadership to outlive us, we have to focus on giving leadership away to the next generation. Join Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson on September 28 for this free 1-hour webinar where you'll be empowered with the systems and strategies to confidently structure your church for future impact. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Between your ministry and your life at home, managing your time as a church leader can feel impossible. If you're feeling overwhelmed, our friends at BELAY can help. Since time is the most valuable resource we have, BELAY wants to help you maximize it by offering our listeners an exclusive free download of their newest ebook, The Power of Productivity. Start making the most of the time you have each day and lead with BELAY. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode312. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

"The best way to predict the future of the church is simply to look at the present." As many of us have learned in the last few years, predicting the future is hard. But what if current events could help us better understand (and prepare for) where we're headed? In this bonus episode, Tony sits down with ministry thought leader Carey Nieuwhof to discuss current and future church trends. For the full episode transcript and links mentioned during the show, visit this episode's Show Notes. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media Ask questions or add your comments about this topic using #unstuckchurch on Twitter, or join in on Facebook.

Every quarter, The Unstuck Group releases The Unstuck Church Report to help church leaders monitor trends and benchmarks in key ministry areas. After all, a data point by itself doesn't tell you much, but that data point tracked over time and compared to other metrics can begin to tell a story. In this episode, Tony and Amy unpack the "story" this quarter's data is telling as well as some of the key findings from the Q3 2023 report. You can subscribe to receive the quarterly report for free, or, if you're subscribed to the podcast show notes, we'll send it out to you for free, as well. This Episode is Sponsored by Christian Financial Resources Since 1980, Christian Financial Resources (CFR) has financed more than 950 ministry projects for independent churches in the United States. As your church grows, CFR is equipped to support your vision and your ministry with financial services tailored to meet the needs of independent churches—including capital campaigns, stewardship services, and loans for construction, building purchase, or real estate acquisition. As your ministry continues to grow, consider how CFR can help your church cultivate a generosity mentality and raise more capital for your next project. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode311. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Great leaders don't try to do everything themselves. But in order to delegate well, you have to start by identifying the key things only you can do. In this episode, Tony and Amy wrap up our series on Sharpening Your Executive Leadership Skills with a conversation around the final two roles a senior pastor can't delegate. Free Webinar: How to Sharpen Your Vision-Casting Skills As your church grows and the world around it changes, your vision needs to be refreshed. Join Tony Morgan, Amy Anderson and friends on August 24 for this free 1-hour webinar where you'll get re-energized to clarify your church's vision and learn how to successfully rally your congregation around it. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode310. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Great leadership requires great delegation. If you're a senior pastor, you can't reach your potential (and your church can't reach its potential) if you try to do everything yourself. In this episode, Tony and Amy continue our series on sharpening your executive leadership skills with a conversation on two of the four key roles a senior pastor can't delegate. Free Webinar: How to Sharpen Your Vision-Casting Skills As your church grows and the world around it changes, your vision needs to be refreshed. Join Tony Morgan, Amy Anderson and friends on August 24 for this free 1-hour webinar where you'll get re-energized to clarify your church's vision and learn how to successfully rally your congregation around it. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode309. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

In last week's podcast, we unpacked the first two roles an Executive Pastor can't delegate: making the vision actionable and driving core initiatives in order to free the senior pastor to focus on only the roles that they can be responsible for. In this episode, we'll discuss the third and final role an Executive Pastor can't delegate—and unpack how that role plays out in their leadership. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode308. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

When senior leaders are clear on their roles and their giftings complement each other, the church is well positioned for health and growth. On the other hand, when those same leaders don't own the responsibilities they can't delegate, the vision and team begin to suffer. This week, we're kicking off a brand new series on "Sharpening Your Executive Leadership Skills" with a conversation on two key roles an executive pastor can't delegate. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode307. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

If you knew that 90% of your congregation was struggling with an issue, how would you address it? Over the last four weeks, we've been talking about the common mistakes churches make when it comes to their weekend experience—including offering sermons/teaching that provide no real life application. In this bonus episode, Tony sits down with Pastor Rick Atchley (The Hills Church in Fort Worth, Texas) whose church did the opposite: they embraced felt-needs teaching by identifying the needs in their congregation and developing a nine-part sermon series on mental health. You can watch Pastor Rick's series, Let's Talk About Mental Health, here. For the full episode transcript and links mentioned during the show, visit this episode's Show Notes. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media Ask questions or add your comments about this topic using #unstuckchurch on Twitter, or join in on Facebook.

Nearly every pastor would agree that children's ministry is a key part of their church's ministry strategy—but oftentimes, we can unintentionally undermine our own efforts when we neglect this area or hire the wrong leaders to oversee it. In this episode, Tony sits down with Stephanie Moreno, Director of Ministries at Christ Fellowship Miami, to discuss five common mistakes churches make when it comes to their children's ministry and how they can effectively create a fun, safe, and secure environment for kids. This Episode is Sponsored by The Church Lawyers The Church Lawyers' Client Member program was created for organizations just like yours. Whether governance, employment, litigation, or other matters, let The Church Lawyers walk alongside you as you navigate legal issues facing your ministry. Sign up for the The Church Lawyers' Client Member program today at thechurchlawyers.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode306. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

When it comes to creating a great experience for new people visiting our church, one of the most overlooked resources is our facility. Fortunately, this is one area where small intentional changes can make a big difference. In this episode, we're joined by Phil Taylor, Executive Producer of PlainJoe Studios, for a conversation about the five mistakes churches make when it comes to their space and how they can design a more cohesive, positive experience. This Episode is Sponsored by The Church Laywers The Church Lawyers' Client Member program was created for organizations just like yours. Whether governance, employment, litigation, or other matters, let The Church Lawyers walk alongside you as you navigate legal issues facing your ministry. Sign up for the The Church Lawyers' Client Member program today at thechurchlawyers.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode305. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

A positive guest experience is one of the key areas that sets growing, healthy churches apart. That's why, this week, we'll continue our series on common mistakes churches make on the weekend with a conversation around creating an intentional guest services experience. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY It's easy to feel like we have to do it all. But doing it all is not only impossible—it's a recipe for burnout. If you feel like you're overwhelmed trying to do it all, BELAY can help: BELAY is a modern church staffing organization with fractional, U.S.-based Accounting and Virtual Assistant services. They've spent over a decade helping busy leaders just like you accomplish more and juggle less. To help you learn what you can start delegating today, BELAY is offering a free resource for our audience, the Top 25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant. (Message and data rates may apply. Terms & privacy: slkt.io/4OdL.) For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode304. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

In this new series, we're unpacking "Mistakes You're Making in Your Weekend Experience"—helping churches identify 5 common mistakes in the areas of their worship service, guest services, kids ministry, and facilities and offering solutions to elevate their weekend experience. In this episode, Tony and Amy discuss five common mistakes churches make when it comes to their weekend worship services—and how to fix them. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY It's easy to feel like we have to do it all. But doing it all is not only impossible—it's a recipe for burnout. If you feel like you're overwhelmed trying to do it all, BELAY can help: BELAY is a modern church staffing organization with fractional, U.S.-based Accounting and Virtual Assistant services. They've spent over a decade helping busy leaders just like you accomplish more and juggle less. To help you learn what you can start delegating today, BELAY is offering a free resource for our audience, the Top 25 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to an Assistant. (Message and data rates may apply. Terms & privacy: slkt.io/4OdL.) For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode303. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

We've dedicated a whole series to "Pressing Questions for Pastors in 2023," answering some of the known questions pastors are wondering about in this season. Now, as we wrap up our series, we wanted to hear from you. In this episode, Tony and Amy answer the most pressing questions about ministry/ministry leadership our listeners are asking this year—from governance, to second-chair leadership, and more. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. And PlainJoe is hosting the PlainJoe Design Intervention giveaway, where one winner will receive the grand prize: 200 hours of design services from PlainJoe, for free! Visit plainjoestudios.com for more information. And if you're ready to rethink your buildings, logos, or website experience to take your organization to the next level, consider PlainJoe. Free Webinar: How to Re-Engage Your Church in the Mission on June 29 Your congregation today is not your pre-pandemic congregation. At this one-time live event, Tony Morgan & Amy Anderson will teach you the practical strategies needed to reignite your church's passion and purpose for living on mission in this season. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode302. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

We spend a lot of time talking about systems and strategies, but they're all a means to an end of achieving one goal: helping more people meet and follow Jesus, develop meaningful relationships with other believers, and get involved in the mission of the church. This week, we're answering questions about how churches can do that more effectively by encouraging real engagement in their church and shifting towards multi-generation ministry. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. And PlainJoe is hosting the PlainJoe Design Intervention giveaway, where one winner will receive the grand prize: 200 hours of design services from PlainJoe, for free! Visit plainjoestudios.com for more information. And if you're ready to rethink your buildings, logos, or website experience to take your organization to the next level, consider PlainJoe. Free Webinar: How to Re-Engage Your Church in the Mission on June 29 Your congregation today is not your pre-pandemic congregation. At this one-time live event, Tony Morgan & Amy Anderson will teach you the practical strategies needed to reignite your church's passion and purpose for living on mission in this season. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode301. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

This week marks 300 episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast, and we're grateful for the opportunity to continue the conversation about growing healthy churches every single week! In this episode, Tony and Amy continue our series answering some of the most pressing questions we hear from church leaders by discussing digital strategy and volunteer engagement. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. And PlainJoe is hosting the PlainJoe Design Intervention giveaway, where one winner will receive the grand prize: 200 hours of design services from PlainJoe, for free! Visit plainjoestudios.com for more information. And if you're ready to rethink your buildings, logos, or website experience to take your organization to the next level, consider PlainJoe. Free Webinar: How to Re-Engage Your Church in the Mission on June 29 Your congregation today is not your pre-pandemic congregation. At this one-time live event, Tony Morgan & Amy Anderson will teach you the practical strategies needed to reignite your church's passion and purpose for living on mission in this season. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode300. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Our goal for The Unstuck Church Podcast is always to answer the most pressing and relevant questions that pastors are asking. In this episode, Tony and Amy kick off our new series answering some of the most pressing questions we hear from church leaders in this season with a conversation on succession planning and making bold moves. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. And PlainJoe is hosting the PlainJoe Design Intervention giveaway, where one winner will receive the grand prize: 200 hours of design services from PlainJoe, for free! Visit plainjoestudios.com for more information. And if you're ready to rethink your buildings, logos, or website experience to take your organization to the next level, consider PlainJoe. Free Webinar: How to Re-Engage Your Church in the Mission on June 29 Your congregation today is not your pre-pandemic congregation. At this one-time live event, Tony Morgan & Amy Anderson will teach you the practical strategies needed to reignite your church's passion and purpose for living on mission in this season. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode299. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Every quarter, The Unstuck Group releases The Unstuck Church Report to help church leaders monitor trends and benchmarks in key ministry areas. In this episode, Tony and Amy walk through the data and trends from our Q2 2023 staffing-focused report, including staffing insights by ministry type, generation, and more. You can subscribe to receive the quarterly report for free, or, if you're subscribed to the podcast show notes, we'll send it out to you for free, as well. This Episode is Sponsored by Christian Financial Resources Since 1980, Christian Financial Resources (CFR) has financed more than 950 ministry projects for independent churches in the United States. As your church grows, CFR is equipped to support your vision and your ministry with financial services tailored to meet the needs of independent churches—including capital campaigns, stewardship services, and loans for construction, building purchase, or real estate acquisition. As your ministry continues to grow, consider how CFR can help your church cultivate a generosity mentality and raise more capital for your next project. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode298. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

On the surface, it might seem like churches with several thousands of people in attendance don't face any new barriers to growth—however, even very large churches can get stuck and hit a plateau. In this final episode of our series, we'll discuss breaking the 10,000 barrier by exploring common growth barriers that affect churches with thousands in attendance. This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center Planning Center is an all-in-one church management system that gives you the tools you need to organize your ministries and give your congregants a place to engage. Go to planningcenter.com and start your 30-day free trial today. Free Webinar: Church Growth Barriers on May 25 If your ministry has hit a plateau or you feel there's something holding your church back from the next level of growth, this webinar is designed to help you identify that core issue and find your next step towards health. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode297. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Some common issues hold true for churches of all denominations and expressions as they grow beyond 1,000 and face an entirely new set of challenges as they near 2-3,000 mark. In this episode, we'll discuss breaking the 2-3,000 barrier by exploring the common challenges that hold large churches back from future growth with some practical ideas on how to approach them. This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center Planning Center is an all-in-one church management system that gives you the tools you need to organize your ministries and give your congregants a place to engage. Go to planningcenter.com and start your 30-day free trial today. Free Webinar: Church Growth Barriers on May 25 If your ministry has hit a plateau or you feel there's something holding your church back from the next level of growth, this webinar is designed to help you identify that core issue and find your next step towards health. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode296. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Different churches wrestle with different issues, but many times those challenges are a reflection of the church's size. In this episode, we discuss breaking the 1,000 barrier by exploring what challenges get many mid-size churches stuck and providing practical wisdom for moving forward. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY If you're overwhelmed trying to do it all, BELAY can help. BELAY, a modern church staffing organization with fractional, U.S.-based Accounting and Virtual Assistant services, has helped busy church leaders do just that for more than a decade. To help you figure out where to start, BELAY is offering a free resource to guide you through what tasks you should delegate. Get out of the administrative weeds and back to growing your organization with BELAY. Free Webinar: Church Growth Barriers on May 25 If your ministry has hit a plateau or you feel there's something holding your church back from the next level of growth, this webinar is designed to help you identify that core issue and find your next step towards health. Register now. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode295. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

We want all churches, regardless of their size today, to be healthy and to experience growth. That's why in this new series, we're going to discuss how to break common growth barriers for churches of four different sizes: small, mid-size, large, and very large. In this episode, Tony and Amy will walk through seven common reasons that small churches get stuck and offer practical ideas for breaking into the next season of growth. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY If you're overwhelmed trying to do it all, BELAY can help. BELAY, a modern church staffing organization with fractional, U.S.-based Accounting and Virtual Assistant services, has helped busy church leaders do just that for more than a decade. To help you figure out where to start, BELAY is offering a free resource to guide you through what tasks you should delegate. Get out of the administrative weeds and back to growing your organization with BELAY. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode294. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

As we conclude our series on the Challenges of the Church Lifecycle, we wanted to share the story of a real church that overcame the challenges of decline and got back to sustained health. In this bonus interview, Tony sits down with David Emery, the lead pastor of Harvard Avenue Christian Church (Tulsa, OK), to discuss how they overcame decline, leadership change, and even the pandemic to find a new season of health, growth, and joy in ministry. For the full episode transcript and links mentioned during the show, visit this episode's Show Notes. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media Ask questions or add your comments about this topic using #unstuckchurch on Twitter, or join in on Facebook.

The majority of churches today self-assess that their church is currently in decline and on the right side of the lifecycle in maintenance, preservation, or life support. In this episode, Tony and Amy wrap up our series by walking through the key challenges of the declining side of the lifecycle and offering next steps for moving back to health. Unsure where your church sits on the church lifecycle? Take the free Unstuck Church Assessment. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode293. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Rather than focusing on maintaining the status quo, the priority focus of churches in sustained health should be multiplying and reproducing at all levels. In this episode, Tony and Amy will break down the four key challenges of churches in sustained health and how to address them. Unsure where your church sits on the church lifecycle? Take the free Unstuck Church Assessment. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode292. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Regardless of their uniqueness, every church has the potential to go through a very similar lifecycle: Most churches start, grow, thrive, decline, and eventually end. But God's plan for our churches is to mature to a place of sustained health. In this episode, Tony and Amy are unpacking the challenges that come with the lifecycle phases of launch, momentum growth, and strategic growth, and how to overcome them. Unsure where your church sits on the church lifecycle? Take the free Unstuck Church Assessment. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe: A Storyland Studio partners with churches, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and educational environments to create unforgettable strategic, digital, and spatial stories that lift the Spirit. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, architects, strategists, artists, and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode291. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

When thinking about multisite expansion, most churches are not short of people to reach, new locations to open, or even money to expand. The biggest challenge impacting future multisite expansion is the lack of leaders to launch a new location—while still having leaders to serve existing locations. In this episode, Tony and Amy are wrapping up our multisite series with a conversation explaining the importance of leadership development for multisite health and outlining the unique characteristics of a campus pastor. Free Webinar: "Multisite Better" on March 30 Want to avoid multisite misery? In this free webinar, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson will teach you proven strategies for better multisite results and help clarify your healthiest way forward. Register now. This Episode is Sponsored by Horizons Stewardship Horizons Stewardship is a team of generosity specialists, coaching professionals, and ministry strategists. Their data-informed strategies have helped thousands of churches raise billions for over three decades. Visit nextlevelgenerosity.com today to learn more. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode290. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

As churches consider adding new campuses, they need to establish a process for identifying new locations, hiring staff and building teams, and launching at the right time. In this episode, Tony and Amy will identify several common mistakes and best practices for churches who are considering launching a new campus in the coming months. Free Webinar: "Multisite Better" on March 30 Want to avoid multisite misery? In this free webinar, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson will teach you proven strategies for better multisite results and help clarify your healthiest way forward. Register now. This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center Planning Center is all-in-one church management system that gives you the tools you need to organize your ministries and give your congregants a place to engage. Go to planningcenter.com and start your 30-day free trial today. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode289. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

How do churches considering multisite find alignment around their strategies before launching new locations? And how do they maintain that alignment after the fact? In this episode, Tony and Amy continue our series on multisite strategy with a conversation on the importance of strategic alignment for multisite churches. Free Webinar: "Multisite Better" on March 30 Want to avoid multisite misery? In this free webinar, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson will teach you proven strategies for better multisite results and help clarify your healthiest way forward. Register now. This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center Planning Center is all-in-one church management system that gives you the tools you need to organize your ministries and give your congregants a place to engage. Go to planningcenter.com and start your 30-day free trial today. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode288. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Whether you're preparing to expand through multisite or you're an existing multisite church, this new podcast series will walk you through the process to help you prepare now for future multisite expansion—whether that's launching your first or your fifth campus. In this episode, Tony and Amy discuss the key indicators that you are ready to expand through multisite—and one key indicator that you aren't. Free Webinar: "Multisite Better" on March 30 Want to avoid multisite misery? In this free webinar, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson will teach you proven strategies for better multisite results and help clarify your healthiest way forward. Register now. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Great leaders delegate. With BELAY's free Leadership Toolkit, you'll learn the necessary steps every leader needs to accomplish more and juggle less. No one can do it alone. Get the support you need to get out of the administrative weeds, and back to growing your organization with BELAY. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode287. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Does it feel unclear what "works" in ministry on this side of the pandemic? This week, we're sharing the replay of a recent webinar conversation where Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson sat down with lead pastors Chris Hodges (Church of the Highlands), Miles McPherson (Rock Church), and Omar Giritli (Christ Fellowship in Miami) to discuss what's actually working in their large now churches to reach new people and engage people in the life of the church a few years post-pandemic. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Great leaders delegate. With BELAY's free Leadership Toolkit, you'll learn the necessary steps every leader needs to accomplish more and juggle less. No one can do it alone. Get the support you need to get out of the administrative weeds, and back to growing your organization with BELAY. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode286. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Every quarter, The Unstuck Group releases The Unstuck Church Report to help church leaders monitor trends and benchmarks in key areas like ministry reach, connections, staffing and structure, and finances. In this episode, Tony and Amy walk through some of the newest trends and benchmarks from our Q1 2023 report, including insights on the differences between growing and declining/plateaued churches. You can subscribe to receive the quarterly report for free, or, if you're subscribed to the podcast show notes, we'll send it out to you for free, as well. This Episode is Sponsored by Christian Financial Resources As your church grows, CFR is equipped to support your vision and your ministry with financial services tailored to meet the needs of independent churches. When your church partners with Christian Financial Resources, you'll receive sustainable financial services that will save you money every month, helping you put more dollars into ministry. Learn more. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode285. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Healthy churches are clear on the type of culture they want to create in their ministry. Their leadership intentionally hires, evaluates, and celebrates based on this culture. In this episode, Tony and Amy are wrapping up our series on what's working in large churches with a conversation on how these churches are shaping a strong culture on their team—and how that culture leads to a healthy culture in their church. Free Webinar: What's Working in Large Churches Now on February 23 Register now to join the conversation as Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson sit down with senior leaders Chris Hodges (Church of the Highlands), Omar Giritli (Christ Fellowship Church in Miami), and Miles McPherson (Rock Church) to discuss what's actually working in their large churches now. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe Studios is an experience design group who loves making practical solutions available for churches like yours. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, artists, architects, strategists and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode284. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Our research has found that churches engaging a multisite strategy tend to be healthier in many key areas than other churches, and it's clear that more large churches are using the strategy to increase health and growth. In this episode, Tony and Amy unpack multisite insights and best practices from Transformation Church, Sun Valley Community Church, and North Point Community Church. Free Webinar: What's Working in Large Churches Now on February 23 Register now to join the conversation as Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson sit down with senior leaders Chris Hodges (Church of the Highlands), Omar Giritli (Christ Fellowship Church in Miami), and Miles McPherson (Rock Church) to discuss what's actually working in their large churches now. This Episode is Sponsored by PlainJoe Studios PlainJoe Studios is an experience design group who loves making practical solutions available for churches like yours. To learn more about working with PlainJoe's team of down-to-earth specialists, artists, architects, strategists and problem solvers, visit plainjoestudios.com/getunstuck. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode283. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

While it's true that many churches are seeing new faces on the weekend, churches often struggle to then engage those new people beyond Sunday morning. In this episode, Tony and Amy continue our series on what's working in large churches by sharing stories and strategies for helping people take a next step beyond Sunday. Free Webinar: What's Working in Large Churches Now on February 23 Register now to join the conversation as Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson sit down with senior leaders Chris Hodges (Church of the Highlands), Omar Giritli (Christ Fellowship Church in Miami), and Miles McPherson (Rock Church) to discuss what's actually working in their large churches now. This Episode is Sponsored by The Church Laywers The Church Lawyers' Client Member program was created for organizations just like yours. Whether governance, employment, litigation, or other matters, let The Church Lawyers walk alongside you as you navigate legal issues facing your ministry. Sign up for the The Church Lawyers' Client Member program today at thechurchlawyers.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode282. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

This week, we're kicking off a series focused on what's working in large churches across the U.S., sharing insights from Christ Fellowship in Miami, Transformation Church near Charlotte, Sun Valley Community Church in Phoenix, and North Point Community Church in Atlanta. In this episode, Tony and Amy unpack the strategies these four churches are using to widen their front door and invite more people to follow Jesus. Though this series is focused on what's working in larger churches, most of these learnings are still going to be applicable no matter what size church you're leading. Free Webinar: What's Working in Large Churches Now on February 23 Register now to join the conversation as Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson sit down with senior leaders Chris Hodges (Church of the Highlands), Omar Giritli (Christ Fellowship Church in Miami), and Miles McPherson (Rock Church) to discuss what's actually working in their large churches now. This Episode is Sponsored by The Church Laywers The Church Lawyers' Client Member program was created for organizations just like yours. Whether governance, employment, litigation, or other matters, let The Church Lawyers walk alongside you as you navigate legal issues facing your ministry. Sign up for the The Church Lawyers' Client Member program today at thechurchlawyers.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode281. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Once you've built consensus on your team and gained clarity about what to prune, how should pastors and church leaders appropriately "bury a ministry" and communicate the change? In this episode, Tony & Amy talk through proven strategies to move forward in the pruning process with consideration and courage. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Poorly managed church finances can hurt a pastor's ability to lead church members and reach the local community. To help you figure out where to start, BELAY is offering its resource, 4 Costly Financial Mistakes for Churches, to our listeners for free to help you identify the four biggest things that wreck churches when it comes to their finances—and what you can do to avoid them. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode280. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

The research is clear: encouraging people to engage in more programs and church activity doesn't produce spiritual growth. If we're truly in the disciple-making business, then adding more programs and events is actually working against church health. In this episode, Tony and Amy are getting practical on the steps churches must take in order to identify the programs and events they need to stop or pause in 2023. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Poorly managed church finances can hurt a pastor's ability to lead church members and reach the local community. To help you figure out where to start, BELAY is offering its resource, 4 Costly Financial Mistakes for Churches, to our listeners for free to help you identify the four biggest things that wreck churches when it comes to their finances—and what you can do to avoid them. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode279. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

The beginning of a new year means new goals, dreams, and resolutions. This year, The Unstuck Group wants to help you get your church as healthy as it's ever been, too! This week, Tony and Amy are kicking off a new series on Pruning and introducing the "2023 Unstuck Church Get Healthy Again Challenge." In this episode, they'll start by explaining why pruning matters and start to identify things that need to be stopped or shed in order to get healthy. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY Poorly managed church finances can hurt a pastor's ability to lead church members and reach the local community. To help you figure out where to start, BELAY is offering its resource, 4 Costly Financial Mistakes for Churches, to our listeners for free to help you identify the four biggest things that wreck churches when it comes to their finances—and what you can do to avoid them. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode277. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

As 2022 comes to a close, we're revisiting some of the most downloaded episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast this year! Many churches tried to ignore digital ministry for as long as we could and, even now, many of us are still trying to avoid it. In this popular episode, Tiffany Deluccia joins us to discuss whether digital ministry still matters and how churches can get started (or get better) at it. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY BELAY's modern staffing solutions have been helping busy church leaders delegate important details for over a decade. Now BELAY is offering its resource, 30 Things A BELAY VA Can Do For You, to our listeners for free to help you get started with a list of commonly delegated tasks that you can hand over. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode277. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

As 2022 comes to a close, we're revisiting some of the most downloaded episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast this year! Great leaders ask great questions—and we get plenty of great questions from our listeners and clients every week. In this popular episode, Tony and Amy unpack their thoughts on the commonly-asked question: Is this the new normal for attendance and giving? This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY BELAY's modern staffing solutions have been helping busy church leaders delegate important details for over a decade. Now BELAY is offering its resource, 30 Things A BELAY VA Can Do For You, to our listeners for free to help you get started with a list of commonly delegated tasks that you can hand over. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode276. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

As 2022 comes to a close, we're revisiting some of the most downloaded episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast this year! Churches generally have lower attendance than they had three years ago, but they haven't reduced staffing to reflect the current attendance patterns. In this popular episode, Tony and Amy explain why overstaffing is a key sign that your church needs to restructure its staff. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY BELAY's modern staffing solutions have been helping busy church leaders delegate important details for over a decade. Now BELAY is offering its resource, 30 Things A BELAY VA Can Do For You, to our listeners for free to help you get started with a list of commonly delegated tasks that you can hand over. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode275. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

As 2022 comes to a close, we're revisiting some of the most downloaded episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast this year. Not all multisite strategies produce the same results. In this episode replay, Tony and Amy walk through some of the core issues in popular multisite models that lead to dysfunction and disunity among campuses. This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY BELAY's modern staffing solutions have been helping busy church leaders delegate important details for over a decade. Now BELAY is offering its resource, 30 Things A BELAY VA Can Do For You, to our listeners for free to help you get started with a list of commonly delegated tasks that you can hand over. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode274. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter. Or you can join in on Facebook.

Every quarter, The Unstuck Group compiles all the data we've collected to monitor trends in churches in the United States and around the world. Given current economic conditions, we decided to focus this quarter's report on church finance and staffing trends specifically. In this episode, Tony and Amy are walking through key findings from our Q4 2022 report, fueled by data from over 400 churches across the world. You can subscribe to receive the quarterly report for free, or, if you're subscribed to the podcast show notes, we'll send it out to you for free, as well. This Episode is Sponsored by Church Central Office: Church Central Office focuses on your finances so you can focus on ministry. With Church Central Office, you'll receive dedicated finance management and reporting, advice on budgeting and forecasting, and trusted council for all your accounting needs. Learn more here. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode273. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation the Unstuck team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter, or you can join in on Facebook.