

The Hard Truth About Starting a Church
Feb 3, 2025
Paul and Christina Hanfere, co-founders of Overflow City Church, delve into the raw realities of launching a church. They recount their transition from various fields and the critical moment that inspired their venture. Listeners learn about the challenges of choosing the right location and how their connection to Silver Spring played a pivotal role. The couple shares insights on balancing their marriage with ministry, emphasizing communication and shared vision, while also discussing resilience during the pandemic's impact on their church launch.
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Unexpected Huge Launch Crowd
- On launch day with heavy rain, Paul and Christina doubted their decision and expected few attendees.
- Surprisingly, over 400 people came, exceeding all expectations and proving God's presence in the church start.
Restarting Church After COVID
- COVID forced their church to close for 15 months, wiping out two years of momentum.
- They had to restart nearly from scratch with mostly new attendees but emerged stronger and more resilient afterward.
Team Treatment Influences Retention
- The way leaders treat their launch team determines their level of commitment.
- Treating team members as family encourages them to stay long term and be invested.