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Join our conversation with Kenny Jang, founder and CEO of the Big Click Syndicate and CEO and editor-in-chief of Church Tech Today, as we explore what it takes to cultivate and sustain a generous church. Kenny shares his personal journey from almost becoming a pastor to leveraging digital communication to help churches accomplish their mission and become more generous.
Kenny shares his three-part framework on cultivating generosity, practical advice on normalizing money discussions, building effective donor relationships, and identifying different levels of donors in your church. He underscores the importance of engaging volunteers and building meaningful connections, offering stories from his own experiences that beautifully illustrate these concepts. We also tackle the often-neglected topic of external funding and dive deep into ways to build trust and respect between the church and its donors.
By embracing technology, churches can create more impactful services and further their reach. Kenny walks us through the potential of AI in the church space, making the case for the power of technology in spreading the Gospel. He shares his experiences in the Facebook community, AI for Church Leaders, where hundreds are learning and exchanging notes on leveraging AI in ministry. As we wrap up our conversation, Kenny leaves us with ideas on maximizing the impact of year-end giving campaigns and where to find him online. Don't miss this conversation that will leave you with practical generosity strategies you can implement in your church right away. -
Are your church's marketing dollars being maximized, or wasted? Bart Blair joins us on the podcast to share how churches can level up their digital communication game and stop wasting precious financial resources.
Bart is a digital marketing coach with Missional Marketing, who crossed over from the world of theater and music to help churches tune their marketing engines. On this episode, we explore the three rings of communication that Missional Marketing uses, diving into lead generation marketing and learning how to target different church audiences. We also tackle what effective communication looks like, and how your church might be missing out on $10,000 of free digital advertising!
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Need help building a digital marketing strategy for your church? Connect with Bart at www.missionalmarketing.com and click "Schedule an Appointment"!
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Imagine leading a church in the midst of a devastating wildfire, grappling with the emotionally charged process of staff layoffs, and battling the financial and logistical challenges of a pandemic. That's the reality that our guest, Pastor Jim Sheldon of Mission Church in Ventura, California, navigated with courage, humility, and a steadfast faith. Join us as Pastor Jim shares his extraordinary journey, the highs and the lows, from his career switch from a loan officer to pastor, to his leadership during the Thomas Fires of 2017, where Mission Church transformed into a hub for disaster relief efforts.
When disaster strikes, how do you connect those yearning to help with those desperately needing it? Pastor Jim gives us an inside look into this process, revealing how Mission Church morphed from a shelter into a distribution center in the blink of an eye. He recounts the poignant story of church closures and layoffs, managing the emotional fallout with grace, and nurturing resilience within the church community. We also discuss the practicalities of launching a new campus and the financial logistics involved.
In the midst of crisis and change, how does one maintain a "church planting mentality" when it comes to stewardship of resources? Pastor Jim's thoughts might change your approach to your church's finances. He also shares how Mission Church pivoted their financial strategies and staff management during the pandemic. Through an inspiring journey of faith and leadership, Pastor Jim imparts lessons on leadership, stewardship, and resilience. So, lean in and listen as we navigate this enlightening conversation with Pastor Jim Sheldon. -
How do we navigate the money conversation in church? Today, I had the pleasure of chatting with Pastor Chad Benson about this very issue. Pastor Chad shares his journey from insecurity around discussing money to leading Lifegate Church into year-over-year growth in generosity.
We explore the launch of his podcast "We've All Been There", co-hosted with Max Striplin, as they aim to bring relatable content to church leadership and reveal the reality behind successes and failures.
The episode also uncovers the value of trust in financial relationships, the power of efficient, flexible budgeting and the crucial role these factors have played in Lifegate Church's financial stewardship. Pastor Chad offers insightful advice on implementing checks and balances, reinforcing the importance of integrity in money management. We also discuss the process of creating a culture of generosity, teaching people to give, and how these elements can form an integral part of discipleship.
Moving into the realm of church expansion and financial stewardship, Pastor Chad shares his experience with Lifegate’s building expansion. We touch on the parable of the talents, which gives us insights on being faithful stewards of the resources God has given us. Pastor Chad's journey of fostering a culture of generosity at Lifegate Church serves as an inspiration for his congregants to take steps in generosity. So, get ready for an enlightening conversation on church leadership, finances, and overcoming insecurities. Trust me; you won't want to miss this.
Connect with Pastor Chad
Podcast: We've All Been There
Facebook: @pastor.chad.benson
Instagram: @chadbenson
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Simple Isn't Always Easy - Todd Bright
Welcome to Episode 22 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Email: [email protected]
Todd's LinkedIn: Todd Bright
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Excellence Before Expansion - Josh & Leslie Brown
Welcome to Episode 21 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Josh's Instagram: @joshandrewbrown
Leslie's Instagram: @elleannbrown
Overflow's Instagram: @overflowdfw
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We've Always Done It That Way - Kody Woodard
Welcome to Episode 20 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Instagram: @kody_woodard
Facebook: kody.woodard.3Visit Renovation Church in Gallatin, TN!
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Book Recommendation: Don't Say "$#%&X" In Church! by Bo Chancey -
Jesus, Marketing, and Door Handles - Kurian Babykutty
Welcome to Episode 19 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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LinkedIn: @kurianbkVisit 40parables.com!
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Give People Permission - Shawn Sanseverino
Welcome to Episode 18 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Email: [email protected]Visit The Grace Place in Arlington, TX!
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Building Missionary Relationships That Last - Sara Taylor
Welcome to Episode 17 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Email: [email protected]Visit Carbondale Assemblies of God in Tulsa, OK!
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The Investor Mindset - Eric Morris
Welcome to Episode 16 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Connect with Pastor EricInstagram: @ericjmorris
Visit Victory City Church in Austin, TX! -
Have You Thanked Them Yet? - Morgan Mudge
Welcome to Episode 15 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Visit Gyve.com to see how Morgan and his team can help simplify generosity in your church! -
Why Can't a Volunteer Do That? - Geoff Sage
Welcome to Episode 14 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Instagram: @geoffinlv
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Why Church Budgets Matter - Chad Hampton
Welcome to Episode 13 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Connect with ChadInstagram: @iamchadhampton
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Think Before You Build - Eric Rauch
Welcome to Episode 12 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Visit 2|42 Community Church at any of their Michigan locations! -
Leading Through Change in Your Church - Whitney Barth
Welcome to Episode 11 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Visit More Church in Mansfield, TX! -
Leaders Speak Last - Mike Shelly
Welcome to Episode 10 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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MidIndia.orgGenerational IQ - Haydn Shaw
Visit Real Life Church at one of their Florida locations or online!
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Clearly Define Your Mission - Mike Winger
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Connect with MikeInstagram: @mwinger87
Stop It! - Bob Newhart
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Visit Mosaic Christian Church in Elkridge, Maryland!
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A clearly defined mission governs why AND how your church does ministry. If your mission doesn't influence how you're doing ministry, your mission is too vague. For example, Mosaic filters the songs they sing so people who don't go to church can connect with the lyrics and not get lost in a barrage of Christian lingo.
Notes From This Episode:
Avoid picking up people's passion projects by turning the ownership back to them. It's not your church organization's responsibility to subsidize every potential ministry - it's the responsibility of the people IN your church to pursue that passion. Maybe have that person research a few organizations that your church can partner with (not build a whole new ministry). Or, have that person start a mid-week group that supports the demographic they are passionate about. Church leadership is called to equip people to do the work of ministry. Equip them and send them out.
Consistency turns into laziness when you refuse to change something that isn't working anymore. You can refresh things that are working so they can work even better without sacrificing consistency.
Lead with questions. Some conversations with staff can be tough, but don't start with "Stop It!" Start by asking questions to understand not only what they're thinking, but why they're thinking it. What are their values? What are their beliefs? WHY do they believe that way? Deal with the root of the issue and save yourself and your staff a lot of frustration.
"People often overestimate their productivity in one day. They also underestimate their productivity in one year." Consistency requires long-term sacrifice for long-term gain. We say "No," to good things so we can say, "Yes," to the things that accomplish our goals. Don't pack as much as you can do into one day. Pace yourself over long periods of time and you'll find you can accomplish much more than a few fast-paced weeks that leave you burned out. -
The Soundtrack of Discipline - Stephen P Webb
Welcome to Episode 8 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Friction: Passion Brands in the Age of Disruption - Jeff Rosenblum and Jordan Berg
Instagram: @stephenpwebb
@another_way_to_think
Visit Victory City Church in Pflugerville, TX!
Visit Elevation Church in Charlotte, NC or a location near you!
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You should focus on following a clearly defined, intentional direction, not a destination. As a church, you don't get to stop just because you reach a target attendance or budget goal. Stewardship is the point, not achieving a goal. Good stewardship means using your resources in an intentional, well thought out manner. Even if you fail, it's better to fail trying something with clear purpose. Money is only wasted when there is no thought or purpose behind spending it.
Notes From This Episode:
Feeling unsure about making that big change? Often, people aren't lacking clarity, they're indecisive. You might already know the right answer, but lack boldness to make the decision. In that case, change your prayer from, "God, give me clarity," to, "God, give me boldness."
Sometimes fear can stop us from leading people and restrict us to managing tasks. Don't let fear keep you from killing an area of ministry that isn't working (and draining church funds) just because it's someone's pet project. If that leader is struggling to see the issue, simply ask them to say the logic out loud or apply the same logic to their personal lives. It may help them understand the real issue at hand.
Discipline has a soundtrack, and it sounds like, "No."
Nothing else to say here.
Jesus didn't physically heal every person while he was on earth. He didn't go to every nation preaching about God's kingdom. He stayed hyper-focused on what God called Him to do - serve the lost in Israel. If Jesus wasn't focused on reaching every single person, local churches shouldn't be trying to either. It's arrogant to think that your church can impact EVERYONE. Stay focused on who God has called you to reach.
Who are you calling? Are you calling the big-name pastor hoping for a green room meet and greet? Or, are you calling their operations team making things happen behind the scenes? Learning from intelligent, not just famous, people is the key. Be willing to do the disciplined work ahead of church growth and without the famous connections. -
Building a Culture of Generosity - Jamey Santo
Welcome to Episode 7 of the Mission Driven Budget Podcast!
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Visit LifeMission Church in Olathe, KansasNotes From This Episode:
Learn your leader. Avoid familiarity by having regular conversations with your leader. Learn their plans and vision for your area. Learn what drives them. Learn how they think. That way, you can accurately represent their vision when you are leading your own team.
Pastor Jamey laid out several practical strategies around executive pastor leadership and generosity. Instead of a summary, the steps for each strategy are listed below.
Creating a strategic plan around your leader's visionAsk, "Why?"Establish a timeline.Get expectations from your leader and determine the win (end goal).Break the win into small steps (phases) and execute the plan.Elements of a successful capital campaignSpend time in prayer. Ask the Holy Spirit for vision for the campaign.Define what success looks like (the end goal, the metric).Clearly communicate the vision to your church.Make people the priority of the campaign.Talking to someone who disagrees with your church's strategyLead with humility.Disagree, but don't dishonor.Speak the truth.Hear them out.Building a culture of generosity.Start by modeling generosity yourself.Get a revelation of true generosity from the Holy Spirit.Share the vision with people.Teach about generosity regularly (sermon series, etc...)Share stories about the impact your church's generosity has had.Be transparent with church finances. - Montre plus
