The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson Multisite Missteps (Part 1): It's Us Vs. Them feat. Carlos Cardenas - Episode 395
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May 7, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Carlos Cardenas, Executive Pastor of Christ Fellowship Church in Miami, shares valuable insights on managing multi-site church dynamics. He highlights the common 'us vs. them' mentality that can develop between campuses, stressing the importance of a unified vision and strong communication. Listeners will discover practical strategies for fostering collaboration, addressing unique campus challenges, and enhancing decision-making frameworks. It's a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of multi-site churches!
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Understanding Us Vs. Them Mentality
- The "us vs. them" mentality mainly arises between campuses and central leadership, not just between campuses themselves.
- It often manifests as unhealthy competition and fractured relationships due to communication and authority gaps.
Cast Unified Team Vision
- Leaders must consistently cast the vision that all campuses form one united team.
- Emphasize unity by sending staff to support other campuses when needed to prevent division.
Lead Pastor's Main Campus Bias
- Lead pastors tend to become main campus focused due to preaching and family ties.
- This focus risks losing touch with other campuses and can create unintentional divisions.