Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Bryan Smith, the lead pastor of Summit Christian Church in Sparks, Nevada. We are increasingly living in a culture where many are completely unchurched, having no preconceived notion of what church looks like. Yet this can provide just...

Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re talking with Dawn Nicole Baldwin from Mavericks, an organization which helps churches be more effective in their communications. Is there a major change your church is thinking about, but you're not sure how to communicate it? How do you ensure...

This is part four of an ongoing series where we explore the "Goldilocks growth rate"—a concept aimed at helping churches grow at a pace that's impactful yet sustainable. Understanding the Goldilocks Growth Rate The Goldilocks growth rate is all about balancing rapid growth with the ability to effectively integrate new...

This week, we delve into the highlights of the XP Summit 2024, or XPS, as it's affectionately known within the executive pastor community. Held at the vibrant Flatirons Church in Denver, this year's event was a powerhouse of insights, connections, and practical takeaways for church leaders. Here are some key...

Today, we're continuing our series on how your church can expand from 1,000 to 2,000 members in just 1,000 days. We're focusing on the practical steps and metrics essential for managing such significant growth without overburdening your team or losing touch with the community's needs. This discussion builds on our...

You've often heard me stress the importance of culture, revenue, and vision in our churches, and our approach to hiring is at the heart of shaping our culture. Let's explore five counterintuitive truths about hiring that I've uncovered through my experiences and coaching other church teams. 1. Judge by the...

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...

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...

During this episode of the unSeminary, we dived into the Easter 2024 attendance figures, collating responses from a wide array of churches. The total combined attendance hit a staggering 249,377, revealing much about the state of church engagement during this important "Eventful Big Day." The Importance of Eventful Big Days...

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...