The Dynamics of Church Adoption vs. Merger

This episode was recorded live at the 2024 Replant Summit. Mark Clifton talks through some of the various models of replanting.

Here are some highlights:

• What is the difference between revitalization and replanting?
• Most churches need some form of revitalization.

Models of replanting:

• A church is adopted by a stronger, healthier church.
• Fostering – one or more churches come alongside a struggling church to nurture them back to health
• Campuses – a dying church becomes a campus of a healthier, stronger church
• Replanting from within – a new pastor works with existing resources, existing people, and some outside resources to bring a church back to health.

Resources related to this episode:

Replant Fostering Guide