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    Revitalize & Replant with Thom Rainer

    Featuring Thom Rainer, Mark Clifton, and Kevin Ezell, Revitalize & Replant is presented by the North American Mission Board. Revitalize & Replant is a weekly discussion on church revitalization and replanting.

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    The Great Volunteer Burnout Problem Aug 05, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom and Jess discuss why so many church volunteers are burned out and how leaders can better care for them.

      • Why volunteers burn out
      • Warning signs leaders should recognize
      • Creating sustainable ministry teams

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Equip
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post The Great Volunteer Burnout Problem appeared first on Church Answers.

    What You Need to Know about Staffing Your Church Aug 05, 2026
    Show notes

    Jess and Thom welcome Matt Steen, Co-Founder of Chemistry Staffing, to The Church Answers Podcast.

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Chemistry Staffing
    • Church Equip
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post What You Need to Know about Staffing Your Church appeared first on Church Answers.

    Four Signs Your Church Is Ready for a Turnaround Jul 29, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom identifies four signs that indicate a church may be ready to move from decline to renewal.

      1. Prayer developing organically
      2. Facing reality honestly
      3. Being willing to change
      4. Focusing outward instead of inward

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Why the Co-vocational Trend Is So Important
    • Church Answers Awards
    • “Breakout Churches” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
    • “Good to Great” by Jim Collins (affiliate link)
    • “Pray & Go: Your Invitation to Become a Great Commission Christian” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Know Your Community
    • Unchurched Receptivity Report
    • “Who Moved My Pulpit?: Leading Change in the Church” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
    • “I Will: Nine Traits of the Outwardly Focused Christian” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
    • Church Equip
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post Four Signs Your Church Is Ready for a Turnaround appeared first on Church Answers.

    Why the Co-vocational Trend Is So Important Jul 29, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom opens with a reality many church leaders are already experiencing: the traditional fully funded pastorate is no longer the norm in many churches. Financial pressures, changing attendance patterns, and shifting expectations are forcing churches to rethink ministry models.

    But this is not simply a problem to solve—it is an opportunity to steward. In this conversation, Thom talks with Dr. Andy Miller, the president of Wesley Biblical Seminary, about why the co-vocational trend is one of the most important developments in the future of the church and how it can actually strengthen gospel impact.

      • Co-vocational ministry is becoming the new normal for many churches.
      • Co-vocational pastors often have greater natural access to the community.
      • Churches must rethink expectations of pastors and leadership structures.
      • Seminaries are being forced to adapt their training models quickly.

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Answers Awards
    • Church Equip
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post Why the Co-vocational Trend Is So Important appeared first on Church Answers.

    The Return of Evangelism: Why Outreach Is Working Again Jul 22, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom looks at why many churches are finding people more receptive to the gospel and how churches can take advantage of this opportunity.

      • Why receptivity is increasing
      • What churches often get wrong about the unchurched
      • How churches can respond

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Invite Your One
    • Good News Neighbors Toolkit
    • Church Answers Awards
    • Church Equip
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post The Return of Evangelism: Why Outreach Is Working Again appeared first on Church Answers.

    Why Volunteer Recruitment Is Harder Than Ever Jul 22, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom discusses why churches are finding it more difficult to recruit volunteers and what leaders can do to reverse the trend.

      • Why volunteer recruitment has changed
      • The biggest mistakes churches make
      • What works today

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Consultation
    • “I Am a Church Member: Discovering the Attitude that Makes the Difference” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
    • “Simple Church: Returning to God’s Process for Making Disciples” by Thom S. Rainer and Eric Geiger (affiliate link)
    • Church Answers Awards
    • Church Equip
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post Why Volunteer Recruitment Is Harder Than Ever appeared first on Church Answers.

    The 12 Categories of the Church Answers Awards Jul 15, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom and Jess unveil the 12 categories of the Church Answers Awards. They discuss why these particular categories were chosen.

      1. Evangelism Impact Award: Recognizes a church demonstrating intentional, measurable, and reproducible evangelistic engagement.
      2. Discipleship Pathway Award: Honors a church with a clearly defined and consistently implemented process for making disciples.
      3. Church of Prayer Award: Recognizes a church where prayer is central to ministry culture, leadership decisions, and congregational life.
      4. Community Impact Award: Honors a church with sustained and meaningful engagement in its local community.
      5. Facility Stewardship Award: Recognizes strategic, effective, and mission-focused use of church facilities.
      6. Courageous Pastor Award: Honors a pastor who has demonstrated faithful leadership through adversity, challenge, or cultural pressure.
      7. Reproducing Church Award: Honors a church modeling generational reproduction through church planting.
      8. Church Innovation Award: Honors a church that has implemented creative, mission-aligned solutions to ministry challenges.
      9. Co-Vocational Church of the Year: Recognizes a church effectively led through a co-vocational ministry model.
      10. Volunteer Equipping Award: Honors a church that intentionally equips members for ministry and leadership beyond staff roles.
      11. Rural Church of the Year: Recognizes faithfulness and effectiveness in a rural ministry context.
      12. Emerging Church Leader Award: Honors an emerging leader demonstrating strong character, leadership capacity, and ministry effectiveness.

    We are incredibly grateful for these 12 ministry partners who make this special recognition possible:

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Answers Awards
    • Why the Church Answers Awards Are So Important
    • Church Equip
    • The Hope Initiative
    • “Walt Disney: an American Original” by Bob Thomas (affiliate link)
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post The 12 Categories of the Church Answers Awards appeared first on Church Answers.

    Why the Church Answers Awards Are So Important Jul 15, 2026
    Show notes

    Jess and Thom discuss the inaugural Church Answers Awards and five key reasons the Awards are so important to the health of churches in the United States.

      1. It recognizes areas of church health often neglected.
      2. It is not connected exclusively to attendance.
      3. It recognizes the “hidden churches.”
      4. It is based on research and data.
      5. It allows those closest to the churches to acknowledge them.

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Answers Awards
    • Craft Book Publishing
    • The 12 Categories of the Church Answers Awards
    • Church Equip
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post Why the Church Answers Awards Are So Important appeared first on Church Answers.

    Why Some Churches Plateau at 70 (and Stay There) Jul 08, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom examines the common attendance ceiling of around 70 and the leadership, structure, and mindset issues that keep churches from breaking through.

      • Why 70 becomes a natural relational and structural ceiling
      • The shift from family pastor to organizational leader
      • Resistance to adding systems, staff, or new layers of leadership
      • How care, control, and growth create tension at this level
      • Practical ways to move beyond the plateau without losing church health

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Equip
    • Church Answers Awards
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post Why Some Churches Plateau at 70 (and Stay There) appeared first on Church Answers.

    How to Reach People Who Work on Sundays Jul 08, 2026
    Show notes

    Thom discusses the often-overlooked mission field of Sunday workers—and how churches can rethink schedules and structures to engage them.

      • The growing number of people unable to attend Sunday services
      • Why most churches unintentionally ignore this group
      • The opportunity of alternative service times (including weekday options)
      • How to keep it simple: shorter, more accessible gatherings
      • First steps for churches willing to experiment

    Resources:

    • Wesley Biblical Seminary, Master of Ministry
    • Church Answers University
    • Church Equip
    • Know Your Community
    • The Hope Initiative
    • Church Answers Central
    • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

    Episode Sponsor:

    Wesley Biblical Seminary

    Ready to take the next step in your ministry calling but don’t want to spend the next five years in school?

    At Wesley Biblical Seminary, we’re excited about our new Master of Ministry, a 37-credit-hour graduate degree for pastors and Christian leaders that provides a solid foundation in biblical and theological studies and can be completed in as little as two years.

      • You’ll strengthen your ability to study the Bible, improve your preaching, teaching, and leadership skills, and learn to think theologically.
      • What’s great about this degree program is, if you like what you’re learning and decide to pursue the more comprehensive Master of Divinity degree, all your courses in the Master of Ministry will transfer up.
      • Classes are affordable and offered live online—so you get the benefit of real interaction with your professors and classmates, while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home on your own schedule.
      • Learn more and apply today at wbs.edu/mm.

    Want to save even more time and money?

    Right now, you can get nine hours of credit towards the Master of Ministry for any Church Answers University certificate program that you complete—a savings of $4,500. Learn more at wbs.edu/cau.

    The post How to Reach People Who Work on Sundays appeared first on Church Answers.

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