Ep 080: Practical Ideas that Work In Small Churches, with Laurie Acker

Karl Vaters talks with Laurie Acker about the changing face of small church ministry, especially as it relates to recruiting, training, and relying on the volunteers who are so essential in helping small churches survive and thrive in a changing world.

Laurie runs SmallChurchMinistry.com, an online ministry that provides resources and support for volunteers and ministry leaders in smaller churches. Ministries like this are so important because they help provide practical help for the volunteers who do small-church ministry without any prior training.

Links from this episode:

• Website: https://smallchurchministry.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallchurchministry/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smallchurchministry
• Creative Solutions for Small Churches Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/smallchurchministry 
• Small Church Network & Academy: https://smallchurchministry.com/membership/
• Email: Laurie@smallchurchministry.com
• Book: One Thing Remains

Bonus Content

Karl Vaters talks with Laurie Acker about Using a Planning Party to Jumpstart Youth/Kids Ministry. She suggests who should be involved, when to hold the meeting, and more.

Karl and Laurie also talk about how healthy small churches are uniquely suited to meet the needs of youth and kids in an environment that values relationships and connection over programs and professionalism.

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