Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. This week I’m talking with Trevor DeVage, the lead pastor at Pantano Christian Church in Tuscon, Arizona. Trevor has talked with us before and is back sharing how to recognize opportunities at your church and embrace best practices to create space for growth. You can learn more about Pantano […]

This podcast discusses innovative ways for churches to increase revenue, including successful year-end campaigns and the potential of fundraising in the final 48 hours of the year. It emphasizes the importance of empowered leaders and dedicated staff in raising revenue, and offers strategies for improving offering talks and connecting giving to the church's vision. Additionally, it explores donor engagement techniques such as hosting events and tracking giving patterns.

Thanks for joining us for the unSeminary podcast. I’m excited to have with us Sam Beatty, the executive pastor from Grace Church outside of Cleveland, Ohio. As our churches grow, they naturally become more complex. It’s important to keep them focused and drive towards simplicity so we don’t drift from the mission and vision. Tune […]

As we step into the fresh possibilities of 2024, it’s vital for church leaders to discern between fleeting trends and enduring challenges. In this episode of the unSeminary Podcast, we delve into the “2024 Unpredictions,” a guide to the timeless challenges and solutions that will shape church leadership this year. Core Themes: While we embrace […]

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Sats Solanki, the founder of Reflect Church in London. Sats is not just a pastor but also a coach, speaker, and host of the podcast, Digital Rabbi. Tune in as he shares about the unique journey of Reflect Church and its strategically slow approach to rebuilding […]

As church leaders, we often find the post-Christmas period a time for reflection and planning. The festive season’s hustle has settled, and it’s time to ponder on our successes and the areas where we yearn for growth. In this latest episode of the unSeminary podcast, we delve into crucial insights and strategies to transform your […]

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with repeat guest, Kyle Isabelli, the lead pastor from Avenue Christian Church in the western suburbs of Chicago. Did you know that as many as one third of people working in church ministry will be forced to resign or be fired from their position? If you’ve ever […]

Explore the uncertain economic landscape of 2024 and its impact on churches. Focus on enhancing offering talks as an effective revenue generation strategy. Learn tips for increasing generosity in the church such as expressing gratitude, rethinking language around offerings, and reintroducing offering buckets. Discover the power of visual communication in conveying the value of donations, especially in uncertain times.

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Mary DeMuth today, an international speaker, podcaster, and author of nearly fifty books. You may have read through the Bible in a year, but have you considered reading the entirety of scripture in just 90 days? In today’s conversation, Mary shares how this 90-day challenge started […]

Shift your focus from measuring success by Christmas attendance to the increase in attendance in January. Strategies include incorporating a strong hook in the Christmas message, using compelling video clips during announcements, and giving attendees return gifts. After Christmas, enhance the experience with attention-grabbing exit signage, thank-you emails with shareable content, and gathering feedback through surveys. Capitalize on Christmas momentum by making announcements, offering return gifts, providing exit signage, and utilizing various communication forms.