Episode 051: Ministry in a Small Church With Jared Massey
Nick Blevins Family Ministry Podcast: Children | Youth | Students | NextGen
English - May 02, 2017 05:00 - 54 minutes - 26.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 87 ratingsChristianity Religion & Spirituality Religion Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
In this episode, I interview Jared Massey. Jared and I talk about what children’s ministry in a small church looks like. Jared shares his definition of a small church, why he is passionate about leaders who serve in a small church context, and unique strengths and challenges they face. Whether you serve in children’s or student […]
In this episode, I interview Jared Massey. Jared and I talk about what children’s ministry in a small church looks like. Jared shares his definition of a small church, why he is passionate about leaders who serve in a small church context, and unique strengths and challenges they face. Whether you serve in children’s or student ministry, the principles apply across the board.
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Links Mentioned in This Episode
RuralCompassion.org – An organization that helps small churches in rural areas make an impact in their communities
Leadership and Church Size Dynamics – Dr. Timothy Keller shares how size effects the culture, style, strengths, weaknesses, and roles within a church
The Grasshopper Myth (book) – Karl Vaters argues against the myth that small churches are less than what God desires them to be
Strengths of Small Churches
Opportunity to know and care for all individuals
Environment that feels like home
Fewer facilities and resources to manage
Lack of red tape creates an ability to be mobile and respond quickly to needs
Barriers Small Churches Face
The need to be all things to all people
Spending too much time in areas that are not your strengths
Finite resources
Recruiting in a Small Church
Have conversations with people and ask lots of questions
Don't make assumptions, and don't allow what you know to disqualify someone
The best conversations happen outside of church
Action Items
Check out some of the resources mentioned above to see where your church falls in terms of size, strengths, and other dynamics
Evaluate the different ministries and initiatives in your church to determine what you can eliminate
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In the next episode, I talk with Jeff Henderson. Jeff and I talk about something new he's launching to help dads invest in their sons in a unique way. It's an awesome way to partner with parents and help families win. You won't want to miss it.