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Best of 2022: Signs You Need to Restructure - Overstaffing (Replay) - Episode 275 Dec 14, 2022

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As 2022 comes to a close, we're revisiting some of the most downloaded episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast this year!

Churches generally have lower attendance than they had three years ago, but they haven't reduced staffing to reflect the current attendance patterns. In this popular episode, Tony and Amy explain why overstaffing is a key sign that your church needs to restructure its staff.

This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY

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For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode275.

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Best of 2022: The Core Issues Of Multisite (Replay) - Episode 274 Dec 07, 2022

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As 2022 comes to a close, we're revisiting some of the most downloaded episodes of The Unstuck Church Podcast this year.

Not all multisite strategies produce the same results. In this episode replay, Tony and Amy walk through some of the core issues in popular multisite models that lead to dysfunction and disunity among campuses.

This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode274.

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New Church Finance & Staffing Data: Q4 2022 Unstuck Church Report - Episode 273 Nov 30, 2022

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Every quarter, The Unstuck Group compiles all the data we've collected to monitor trends in churches in the United States and around the world. Given current economic conditions, we decided to focus this quarter's report on church finance and staffing trends specifically.

In this episode, Tony and Amy are walking through key findings from our Q4 2022 report, fueled by data from over 400 churches across the world.

You can subscribe to receive the quarterly report for free, or, if you're subscribed to the podcast show notes, we'll send it out to you for free, as well.

This Episode is Sponsored by Church Central Office:

Church Central Office focuses on your finances so you can focus on ministry. With Church Central Office, you'll receive dedicated finance management and reporting, advice on budgeting and forecasting, and trusted council for all your accounting needs. Learn more here.

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode273.

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Church Governance: Improving Church Bylaws & Board Policies (Interview with David Middlebrook, The Church Lawyers) - Episode 272 Nov 23, 2022

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Bylaws and board policies may not be the most exciting topic, but they do play a key role in helping your church board operate effectively.

In this episode, David Middlebrook from The Church Lawyers joins us to discuss common governance mistakes churches make, the three fiduciary duties of a church board member, and encouragement for making positive change in your church.

This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY

BELAY's modern staffing solutions have been helping busy church leaders delegate important details for over a decade. BELAY is offering its latest book, Lead Anyone From Anywhere, to our listeners for free. To learn more, visit belaysolutions.com.

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode272.

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Church Governance: Moving from Meetings to Ministry - Episode 271 Nov 16, 2022

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The best volunteer engagement strategies will only work within the right governance framework.

In this episode, Sean and Tony unpack three strategies to tackle governance problems and encourage more people to move from meetings into ministry.

Webinar: How to Get Your Church Governance Unstuck

On December 1, Tony Morgan, Amy Anderson, and special guests will help you identify the governance issues that may be holding your church back from healthy growth in 2023. Register for free now!

This Episode is Sponsored by BELAY

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode271.

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Church Governance: The Role of the Board vs. the Staff - Episode 270 Nov 09, 2022

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More often than not, when a church is stuck because of their governance model, the issues come back to lack of role clarity for both the board and the staff.

This week, we'll discuss how churches can empower their pastor and staff by clarifying the qualifications for board members and role of the board itself.

Webinar: How to Get Your Church Governance Unstuck

On December 1, Tony Morgan, Amy Anderson, and special guests will help you identify the governance issues that may be holding your church back from healthy growth in 2023. Register for free now!

This Episode is Sponsored by Horizons Stewardship

Horizons Stewardship is a team of generosity specialists, coaching professionals, and ministry strategists. Their data-informed strategies have helped thousands of churches raise billions for over three decades. Visit nextlevelgenerosity.com today to learn more.

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode270.

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Church Governance: Structuring for Unity - Episode 269 Nov 02, 2022

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In our work with hundreds of churches, we've found time and time again that poor governance structures lead to stuck churches.

In part one of our new series on "Effective Church Boards & Governance Models," Tony and Amy will be unpacking four common church board mistakes—and explaining how boards and governance models can instead be designed to encourage unity rather than division.

Webinar: How to Get Your Church Governance Unstuck

On December 1, Tony Morgan, Amy Anderson, and special guests will help you identify the governance issues that may be holding your church back from healthy growth in 2023. Register for free now!

This Episode is Sponsored by ServeHQ

ServeHQ has simple video training courses to help you equip volunteers and develop leaders. You can create your own training or use their video library, and you can even automate next steps to onboard new people. Check it out at ServeHQ.church.

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode269.

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You Don't Need More Christian Education - Episode 268 Oct 26, 2022

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Most of us don't need more teaching and study on what Jesus modeled for us—we need more opportunities to put into practice what we've already learned.

In this episode, Tony and Amy explain why (rather than focusing on providing more education) the healthiest churches balance both reach and discipleship strategies—and share some practical ideas of how your church can, too.

This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center

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For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode268.

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You Don't Need A Vision Statement - Episode 267 Oct 19, 2022

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While clarifying direction for the future is critical to the health of your church, traditional vision statements are not always helpful—especially in this particular season.

In this episode, Tony and Amy explain why most church vision statements fall short and offer something more important if you want to get unstuck and move the mission forward.

At this free one-hour event, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson will teach you how to kickstart momentum and healthy growth in your church in 2023. It's not too late—Register now!

This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode267.

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You Don't Need Core Values - Episode 266 Oct 12, 2022

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Your culture will do more to impact the fulfillment of your mission than whether or not you have clearly articulated core values.

In Part 2 of our series, Tony and Amy discuss their experience with church core values statements—and explain a much more critical foundation for creating healthy, thriving churches.

At this free one-hour event, Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson will teach you how to kickstart momentum and healthy growth in your church in 2023. Register now.

This Episode is Sponsored by Planning Center

For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode266.

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If you're catching this episode later, you can still join in! Just tag us @unstuckgroup or use #unstuckchurch, and include [episode 266] in your post for reference.

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