Revitalize and Replant

Rural Ministry with Andy Addis

Oct 21, 2025
Andy Addis, the rural strategies coordinator at the North American Mission Board, shares insights from his experience in rural ministry. He reveals the 'Big Three' challenges: vocational identity, low resources, and isolation faced by rural pastors. Andy explains how school culture shapes church life and emphasizes how limited resources can transform into community opportunities. He also stresses the importance of collaboration among churches to address social issues and combat isolation, advocating for ecumenical relationships and resource sharing.
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ANECDOTE

Hutchinson's Unexpected Space Museum

  • Andy Addis lives in Hutchinson, Kansas, home of the Cosmosphere space museum.
  • He points out surprising cultural amenities exist in rural towns and illustrate regional uniqueness.
INSIGHT

Rurality Is A Mindset

  • Rurality is a mindset more than a population number and varies regionally.
  • About 20% of Americans live rurally and they occupy 97% of the landmass, making rural ministry strategically significant.
INSIGHT

School Calendar Dominates Rural Rhythm

  • Rural church life often revolves around the school calendar and regional cultural markers.
  • Rural communities share problems with cities but handle them more privately and regionally.
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