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- 21. 5 Trends of Retiring Baby Boomer Pastors
- ... r you? Thom S. Rainer is the founder and CEO of Church Answers, an online community and resource for church leaders. Prior to founding Church Answers, Rainer served as president and CEO of LifeWay Christi ...
- Created on 24 September 2019
- 22. The 10 Most Challenging Counseling Issues Pastors Face
- ... f great input. I would love to hear from you as well. Thom S. Rainer is the founder and CEO of Church Answers, and online community and resource for church leaders. Prior to founding Church Answers, Rain ...
- Created on 05 August 2019
- 23. Why You Might Not Want to Replace Your Departing Staff Member
- The scenario is common. A church staff member submits his or her resignation. Perhaps the person senses God's call to another church. All is well, except now you need to replace the staff person. Or do ...
- Created on 31 July 2019
- 24. 7 Reasons We Need to Move Beyond the Church Size Debate
- ... God gives us large and very large churches. They are all part of His plan. Let's stop criticizing each other and start working together. We may be surprised how God will then use us. Thom S. Rainer ...
- Created on 18 July 2019
- 25. 5 Reasons Why Smaller Churches Are Making a Comeback
- ... th us at Church Answers. I am encouraged. Pastors, leaders and members of standard churches should be encouraged as well. I can't wait to see what God will continue to do in these churches. Thom S. Ra ...
- Created on 12 July 2019
- 26. Fun Contemporary Trends in Church Names
- ... What are some contemporary church names you could add? Got any funny examples? Let me hear from you. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. This article originally appeared at thomrainer ...
- Created on 19 June 2018
- 27. Fresh Ideas for Turning the Tide of Negativity in Your Church
- ... ut there. I would love to hear yours. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. This article originally appeared at thomrainer.com. ...
- Created on 17 April 2017
- 28. Responding Like Jesus When Your Church Kicks You Out
- ... nd a healthy church. Move carefully before taking another ministry position. Count your blessings. Become an advocate for other victims. Don't give up. Click here to listen to the full podcast. Thom S. ...
- Created on 14 February 2017
- 29. 15 Reasons Churches Are Less Evangelistic Today
- ... offer some solutions to the challenges. Make certain those solutions include what you can do as much as what they should do. I look forward to hearing from you. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Chr ...
- Created on 09 February 2017
- 30. What Your Church Should Do When the Pastor Has an Affair
- ... ation, the church has the opportunity to be the true body of Christ. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. For the original article, visit thomrainer.com. ...
- Created on 07 February 2017
- 31. Why the 11 a.m. Worship Service Is Disappearing
- ... t me hear from you. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. For the original article, visit thomrainer.com. ...
- Created on 02 February 2017
- 32. 6 Current Trends in Land Purchases by Churches
- ... Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. For the original article, visit thomrainer.com. ...
- Created on 27 January 2017
- 33. 8 Things You Need to Know About Pastor Search Committees
- Not all churches use pastor search committees to call a pastor. Some congregations belong to a denomination that uses an appointment process. Other churches depend on elders to find the next pastor. But ...
- Created on 26 January 2017
- 34. What to Do When There Is No Pastor to Fill Your Church's Pulpit
- ... Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. For the original article, visit thomrainer.com. ...
- Created on 19 January 2017
- 35. 8 Reasons Some Full-Time Pastors and Staff Should Go Bi-Vocational
- ... we live. It is really a great opportunity to be a missionary on the field. What do you of think of this issue? What are you seeing in your church and others? Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Chris ...
- Created on 18 January 2017
- 36. 5 Common Greeter Mistakes to Correct in the New Year
- ... reeters. I am even more grateful when you strive for excellence with these ambassadors of hospitality. Let me hear from you. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. For the original ...
- Created on 11 January 2017
- 37. 10 Major Church Trends for 2017
- ... e trends are relatively easy to predict, but that does not make them less important. Think how they might impact your church. Let me hear from you. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian R ...
- Created on 04 January 2017
- 38. One Sentence You and Your Church Staff Hate To Hear
- ... gift frequently and with vigor. I have to move on to those who have positive and encouraging solutions. Life is too short to deal with cowardly complainers. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Chri ...
- Created on 30 December 2016
- 39. 7 Commitments of Renewal Every Church Leader Should Make for a New Year
- ... ur congregations, especially if our leaders are willing to make these commitments of renewal. Happy New Year. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian Resources. For the original article, vi ...
- Created on 26 December 2016
- 40. 11 Vital Steps To Minimize Risk of Child Sex Abuse in Your Church
- ... tions of child sex abuse. But, most importantly, we must protect our children regardless of the cost. Thom S. Rainer is the president of LifeWay Christian resources. For the original article, visit thomraine ...
- Created on 21 December 2016
