I am excited to share with you this interview with Dr. Thom S. Rainer, author of a number of impactful ministry resources and founder and leader of the team at ChurchAnswers.com. And one of my personal favorite authors! I appreciate his writing style. It is practical and engaging while being informative and timely. I highly … Continue reading Anatomy of A Revived Church, an Interview with Author Dr. Thom S. Rainer *Coming soon*
Connecting Beyond Ourselves
https://youtu.be/4l3MXLlC9MI In my previous post about rural medicine and healing ministries, I referenced 1 Corinthians 12 and closed by reminding readers that God has given every gift the Church needs, including in the rural areas; we just might have to work together. When you read what Paul wrote about the many parts yet one body … Continue reading Connecting Beyond Ourselves
Thoughts on the Value and Leadership of Rural Churches… Especially for Denominational Leaders and Laity
https://youtu.be/1usdVL6Jy08 This may sound like an unpopular opinion, but I dare say it is a Biblical fact: Rural churches matter just as much as suburban and urban churches. They matter to God, to the body of Christ, and they matter to your denomination probably more than some leaders realize. But for some reason they repeatedly … Continue reading Thoughts on the Value and Leadership of Rural Churches… Especially for Denominational Leaders and Laity
We Serve the Miracle Working God!
Are you unsure about something in your ministry? Tune in to hear this amazing reminder of the miracle working God we serve! Thank you Bob and Amy of Fairfax, MO for sharing your story with us! https://youtu.be/FBI6d6hPg_A If you would like prayer or coaching to help keep you focused on the God you serve, please … Continue reading We Serve the Miracle Working God!
Re-Missioning for Growth in Rural Ministry
This month, I am excited to announce that I am partnering as a coach with The River Network: a church planter training and coaching organization for the Global Methodist Church and others. Most rural ministries do not have a culture of church planting or even recognized that as part of their responsibilities in ministry. Many … Continue reading Re-Missioning for Growth in Rural Ministry
A Legacy of Vital Rural Ministry
https://youtu.be/sRayIaK-hqE What is your church known for? In visiting with people familiar with the area, the comment was made that New Castle Bible Church of Mackinaw, IL has always had vital ministry. Join me for this interview with their lead pastor, Kevin Sauder. And, yes, you read that correctly: lead pastor. This is big church … Continue reading A Legacy of Vital Rural Ministry
Rural Health and Healing Ministries
https://youtu.be/6S66XOCC1Dw This episode offers some "food for thought" on what role the Church might play in developing health and healing ministry resources in rural areas where such resources are scarce. It also calls us to understand and embrace our role as Christians in the healing ministry of Christ. Those who live in rural areas know … Continue reading Rural Health and Healing Ministries
Front Porch Ministries
One of the most common struggles experienced by rural pastors is a sense of isolation in ministry, and one of the common struggles for rural churches is limited resources. If you are looking for answers to these common struggles, join me for this interview with five of the pastors involved in Front Porch Ministries; a … Continue reading Front Porch Ministries
#GoRural! An interview with Steve Donaldson of Rural Compassion
https://youtu.be/rm10JCfxchM Welcome to Growing Rural Ministries! Join us in this episode for an interview with Steve Donaldson of Rural Compassion and be encouraged to allow ministry to "move at the speed of relationships" so that you may "see the unseen" and offer the presence and love of Jesus! Do you need more encouragement like this … Continue reading #GoRural! An interview with Steve Donaldson of Rural Compassion
Love Local: An Interview with The Burnettes
https://youtu.be/lkG1zclOP4Y Bill and Charla Burnette, husband and wife, are both serving rural churches in Tennessee. The congregation Charla is serving is more than double the size of Bill's two put together. However, no matter the size, they have found the joy of discipleship! In this interview you'll hear how their congregations are thriving because they … Continue reading Love Local: An Interview with The Burnettes
Growing Rural Ministries 