Thom S. Rainer
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A 16-point checklist for retiring pastors
Retirement means many different paths to people. Pastors and other church staff especially have issues unique to them.
The incredible story of a church that turned around in 30 days
You will be amazed at the following story.
9 dangerous fault lines for churches in 2024
I pray that you will deal with the fault lines in your church before it becomes too late.
5 reasons why nondenominational churches are growing
While we continue to see reports of denominational decline in America, we see fewer reports of the growth of non-denominational churches. It is actually an amazing story.
Is passing the offering plate dead? 7 thoughts
My role is to report what I see, not what I prefer. In light of that assignment, here are seven thoughts I have about passing the offering plate.
Do I really need to be a member of a church?
This question and its ensuing discussion continues. Do I really need to be a member of a church?
Why your church will die within 5 years
We specifically pray for the dying churches. We pray they will do something before it’s too late.
6 common patterns in toxic churches that fire pastors
The title of this article might engender some visceral reactions. I get it. It is not a pleasant subject.
9 microstresses of a pastor
Pastors are unique in the cumulative number of microstresses in their lives. And, left alone without care, these microstresses can lead to a total collapse.
The life cycle of a pastor
For almost 30 years, we have tracked the tenure of pastors. Though some of the categories are the same, the time periods and the descriptions of the periods continue to evolve. We are now in a post-pandemic, post-Christian era. The changes are significant.