The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson Predictable Challenges of Leading a Growing Church (Part 2): The Emotional Side - Episode 375
Dec 11, 2024
As church leaders navigate growth, they often experience emotional highs and lows. The challenge of balancing momentum with congregational intimacy leads to staff burnout and personal stress. Understanding the grief cycle of change is essential for effective leadership. Emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in maintaining morale, as does the practice of gratitude and storytelling. Additionally, utilizing quantitative assessments helps evaluate staff health, ensuring a vibrant church community.
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Burnout from Growth
- Amy Anderson experienced burnout while leading a church with 20% year-over-year growth.
- Multiple services and the constant pressure led to an unsustainable workload, impacting her personal life.
Congregational Loss
- Congregants often feel a sense of loss during periods of church growth, as familiar aspects change.
- Pastors, energized by growth, may overlook this, creating tension.
Acknowledge Grief
- Acknowledge the grief and change cycle when leading through transitions in your church.
- Naming the feelings and acknowledging the potential for loss helps people navigate change.
