unSeminary Podcast

Exploring how a church can grow from 1,000 to 2,000 members in 1,000 days. Discussing the ideal growth rate, attrition rates, and specific metrics like attracting 3% new guests weekly and retaining 26% of them. Emphasizing the importance of tracking and follow-up for effective growth management.

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Zach Zehnder, the co-founder of Red Letter Living. Zach is a pioneer in creating 40-day challenges that have transformed discipleship and church growth in over 1000 churches. He’s also the teaching pastor at King of Kings in Omaha, Nebraska. You know that disciple-making is important, but […]

Discover unconventional truths about hiring for church leadership roles, focusing on past achievements over potential and the importance of matching candidates' past performance with current role needs. Learn why enthusiasm can be overrated and how to prioritize substance over excitement. Explore the nuances of internal vs. external hiring decisions and the balance between momentum and transformation for desired outcomes in church leadership.

Get inspired by Mary Ann Sibley as she shares tips on shifting volunteer culture: Don't be desperate for volunteers, find the purpose in ministry, debrief with volunteers. Hear about her journey from corporate finance to volunteer ministry, building genuine connections, fostering feedback and improvement, navigating volunteer personas, and cultivating volunteer culture in church ministry.

Learn how a church can double in size in 1,000 days, balancing rapid growth with sustainability. Understand attrition rates and the power of tracking first-time guests. Discover strategies for guest retention and creating an inviting church culture for explosive growth.

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Ted Coniaris, the Lead Pastor Apprentice at Community Christian Church. One of the fastest growing churches in the country, Community Christian is an entrepreneurial church which has been a ministry “teaching hospital” and vanguard for decades. Whether it’s five years or fifty years, every lead […]

In our rapidly evolving digital landscape, the concept of the attention economy has become increasingly relevant, especially for churches seeking to navigate this new terrain effectively. At its core, the attention economy is about the commodification of human attention, where businesses and organizations vie for our focus amidst an overwhelming sea of information. This shift […]

Thank you for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. We’re excited to have Rev. Dr. Alvin Sanders from World Impact with us. This organization comes alongside church leaders and offers training and support designed for the urban context. The American Church has devalued the urban space, either fearing it or viewing it as something to […]

Discover key insights from the Easter 2024 attendance figures, highlighting the importance of Easter as a key 'Eventful Big Day' for church growth. Learn about strategies to double regular attendance, track new guests, and optimize invite culture for effective outreach.

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Matt Davis from The Jewish Road, an organization that works to help Christians make sense of their Jewish roots while helping Jews make sense of Jesus. Most Christians have a basic understanding of Jesus and His teachings, but they aren’t getting the whole story. Jesus has […]