Church leadership expert Rich Birch discusses church growth trends, emphasizing diversity, the importance of engaging new attendees, creating online engagement pathways, and building community spaces. The conversation also touches on the shift away from live streaming services, fostering an invite culture for growth, strategic planning for church events, and promoting free resources.

Learn how church leaders can prioritize life change and help more people meet Jesus through strategic planning. Hear Paul Alexander discuss using data to make informed decisions, measuring life change with tangible metrics, and confronting reality. Explore the growth journey of Sun Valley Community Church and the importance of active partnership with God for impacting communities. Discover the significance of tracking guest to attender ratios for church growth and navigating strategic planning in churches.

Rich Birch, lead coach of the Church Growth Incubator, shares his extensive experience in church leadership. He emphasizes the power of asking questions over providing answers for effective leadership. The discussion dives into the relationship dynamics between lead and executive pastors, highlighting the importance of clarity and boundaries. Rich also explores the complexities of co-leadership, the need for appropriate pastoral compensation, and the role of vision and community engagement in nurturing effective leadership.