Church Leadership Lab

In this episode, we sit down with Joanna la Fleur, speaker, podcaster, TV host, and communications consultant.We look at the current digital landscape and how it's impacting ministry as well as the opportunities in front of us to reach more people.In this conversation, we discuss:Reaching people amid digital life.Strategic social media use for church growth.Embracing AI for church leadership efficiency.Live streaming services vs. genuine experiences.The role of criticism in growth and hospitality.Join us as we dive into how churches can navigate the shifting digital landscape with Joanna la Fleur.>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we hear teaching from the most recent Healthy Church Summit. Mark MacDonald teaches how you can find the common thread running through your ministry and then be known for it.Hear from Jenni Catron as she helps us manage and steward our time well to accomplish what matters most.Watch the Healthy Church Summit on demand: Watch HereDownload the “My Trust Building Checklist” from Jenni Catron the 4Sight Group team: Download HereGet the “Be Known For Something Guide” from Mark MacDonald (Select “Healthy Church” for the recent conference): Access the Guide HereConnect with us:InstagramFacebookLinkedInWebsiteRegister for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we sit down with the co-founder of Missional Labs, Stephen Mulder. Stephen brings a passion for leadership development, the local church, and entrepreneurship together to support innovative, mission-minded leaders and startup organizations, working on the frontiers of evangelism, discipleship, and church plantingIn this conversation, we discuss:Challenges of technology in discipleship.Cultivating innovation within the Church.Empowering ventures in global missions.Encouraging risk-taking and entrepreneurship.Join us as we have a conversation with Stephen Mulder on fueling discipleship with innovation.>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Blair, Executive Vice President of Payments here at Ministry Brands.Robert brings decades of experience in financial services and tech to create the best digital tools that help churches grow in generosity.In this conversation, we discuss:The state of church giving in 2024Strategies for increasing generosity in churchesOvercoming barriers to digital givingCommon traits among churches with growing generosityJoin us as we dive into the state of church giving in 2024 with Robert Blair.Download the State of Church Giving 2024: Download HereRegister For the Healthy Church Summit here 👉 Register For The Healthy Church Summit>>SHOW NOTES <<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we sit down with Russ Ewell, Executive Minister of the Bay Area Christian Church, entrepreneur, and author of "Not Who You Think He Is: Dropping Your Assumptions and Discovering God for Yourself". With over 40 years of ministry experience, Russ is passionate about reaching out to a growing demographic of people called the "nones" as well as using technology to make church more accessible for all.In this conversation, we discuss:Utilizing tech for inclusive church experiences.The power of authenticity in social media.Reaching the "nones" through digital engagement.Balancing technology with countercultural living.Join us as we dive into this conversation on how technology helps reach more people with Russ Ewell.Register For the Healthy Church Summit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3TTFlQN>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we sit down with Miriam Dicks, CEO and founder of the 180 management group. She brings over 20 years of experience in transforming organizations for optimal performance both in the corporate world and in ministry. As a seasoned professional in operations management, consulting, teaching, and leadership roles, Miriam has a wealth of knowledge to share about fostering intentional leadership cultures.In this conversation, we discuss:How to be intentional with the culture you want to see.Importance of shared church responsibilities in leadership growth.Improving morale among your staff and volunteers.Navigating cultural change in congregation sizes.Join us as we dive into a conversation about being intentional with your leadership culture with Miriam Dicks.Register For the Healthy Church Summit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3TTFlQN>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, Kacie and Scott discuss the all to common challenge that faces church leaders: Managing Your Time.There is much to do and not much time to do it which can cause tension and stress in ministry. They talk through the problem that exists and about a virtual event coming up that is designed to help.Register For the Healthy Church Summit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3TTFlQNRegister for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we sit down with Ron Baker, lead pastor at Vital Point Church in Ontario, Canada, a multisite church that's intentionally planting sites in small towns. He's a seasoned pastor and church planter who's embraced his church's unique kingdom assignment.In this conversation, we discuss:Understanding and pursuing your unique kingdom assignment.Why they've embraced planting sites in small towns.Overcoming comparisons among church leaders.How they're engaging younger generations with their vision.Join us as for this conversation with Ron Baker on realizing your unique kingdom assignment.Register For the Healthy Church Summit here 👉 https://bit.ly/3TTFlQN>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Johnson, who has spent the last few decades leading teams both in the corporate world and the church. He brings a wealth of experience in team-building and operational excellence to help organizations grow and thrive authentically.In this conversation, we discuss:Authenticity in church leadership.Handling underperforming team members.Building a healthy and sustainable team culture.Aligning the three trusts for greater impact.Join us as we dive into building healthy church teams with Kyle Johnson.>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com

Earlier this year Scott & Kacie sat down at The Church Network Conference and answered several questions from church leaders navigating ministry today. Things like:How do we increase mobile app adoption?Should we embrace AI? Reject it? Be cautious?What are ways to improve our data quality in our chMS?Ways to improve generosityJoin us as they answer these questions (and more) and discuss all things church & tech!>>SHOW NOTES<<Register for the Healthy Church Summit for FREE:HealthyChurchSummit.com