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What Keeps Churches from Growing

June 04, 2009

In this month’s podcast, Nelson interviews Geoff Surratt from Seacoast Church about the dumb things we do that keep our churches from growing. Geoff is the author of Ten Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing.

NEW Senior Pastor Tele-Coaching: When you're not growing, your church isn't growing. This is a group of pastors that meet monthly via telephone for training, coaching and networking, following the outline of the 9 Growth Barriers and 8 Systems. Space is limited, apply now!
Ten Stupid Things That Keep Churches from Growing: Based on interviews with pastors of growing churches and personal experience, this book by Geoff Surratt identifies the most common mistakes pastors make that keep otherwise healthy churches from reaping the harvest God has prepared.
The Growth Barriers Workshop: In this live recording of the popular 6-hour workshop, Nelson Searcy leads you to identify and break the nine most common growth barriers that all churches face (and keep on facing) regardless of size.
Top 3 Growth Barriers Webinar: In this webinar - FREE for Senior Pastors - Nelson Searcy will lead you to identify and break the three most common growth barriers. Choose from one of 4 convenient times.

Posted on June 04, 2009 | Download MP3 (32:08min | 18.4MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

Leading During Tough Financial Times

May 01, 2009

Many churches are just now beginning to feel the crunch of the current financial recession. Here’s a practical podcast by Nelson Searcy on how you can turn this tough time into the church’s finest hour.

NEW Senior Pastor Tele-Coaching: When you're not growing, your church isn't growing. This is a group of pastors that meet monthly via telephone for training, coaching and networking, following the outline of the 9 Growth Barriers and 8 Systems. Space is limited, apply now!
The Stewardship Intensive Workshop: If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to maximize your church’s stewardship, you’ll want to download Nelson Searcy’s newly-released Stewardship Intensive.
The Leadership Skills for a Growing Church Seminar: This nuts and bolts seminar by Nelson Searcy will help you grow in your leadership ability and develop the skills you need to lead at the next level.
Money Matters in Church: A Practical Guide for Leaders: Money Matters in Church by Steve Stroope & Aubrey Malphurs helps leaders to discover a one-stop, comprehensive model for managing finances and church stewardship. It guides leaders of any size church or ministry to create a culture of giving.

Posted on May 01, 2009 | Download MP3 (45:03min | 20.6MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

What Gets Measured

April 01, 2009

“What gets measured gets done,” but what do you measure each week at your church? What measurements really matter? In this new podcast, Nelson Searcy and Kerrick Thomas give you an inside look at the measurements at The Journey, and why they are important.

The Stewardship Intensive: If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to maximize your church’s stewardship, you’ll want to download Nelson Searcy’s newly-released Stewardship Intensive.
Exponential Sermon Series: This powerful and practical teaching series from Nelson Searcy examines a few of the "minor" characters in scripture who had a "major" impact in the world. It is a great way to challenge the members of your church.
The Ministry Seminar - May 14 (NYC): What would you do differently if you had the maximum number of volunteers serving in ministry? What impact could your church have if everyone was serving somewhere in your church. In this brand new seminar, Nelson Searcy will teach you how.

Posted on April 01, 2009 | Download MP3 (26:28min | 24.2MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

Fusion is Assimilation - Part 1

January 06, 2008

In this practical Podcast, Nelson Searcy and Jennifer Henson discuss the top six lessons on Assimilation from their new book Fusion: Turning First Time Guests Into Fully Engaged Members of Your Church. Part 1 of 2.

The Assimilation Seminar: -From First Time Guests to Long Time Members: It's not enough to just attract first time guests- you must learn how to keep them! Discover how to create an inviting environment so your first-time guests will come back time and again. 3 disc set includes live recording & Resource CD.
Fusion: Turning First Time Guests Into Fully Engaged Members of Your Church: Fusion offers you a step-by-step biblically grounded, tested and proven plan for establishing a relationship with newcomers that ultimately prompts them to become fully developing members of your congregation.
NEW - The Maximizing Membership Package: This practical, proven maximizing membership package provides everything you need to plan, implement, follow up, evaluate, and improve your own 3 hour maximized membership class.

Posted on January 06, 2008 | Download MP3 (24:26min | 14MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

Start Launching Churches

January 08, 2007

In part 2 of this Church Planting podcast, Nelson Searcy and Kerrick Thomas walk you through the top 3 principles of Launch as presented in the upcoming Launch Conference and their new book “Launch: Starting A New Church From Scratch.” This podcast is perfect for new church planters and pastors considering church planting.

New Book: Launch - Starting A Church From Scratch: Don't just plant your church, launch it! Purchase the new book by Nelson Searcy and Kerrick Thomas now
FREE Stuff for Church Planters: Get tools you need for FREE! Click to get access to valuable resources to help you as you plant your church.
The Evangelism Seminar on CD: Learn to raise the evangelistic temperature of your church! The Evangelism Seminar will give you the tools to draw first time guests through your doors by creating a climate of evangelism and outreach.

Posted on January 08, 2007 | Download MP3 (19:55min | 13.7MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

Stop Planting Churches

December 04, 2006

In preparation for their new book “Launch: Starting A New Church From Scratch” releasing on Jan 11, 2007, Nelson Searcy and Kerrick Thomas walk you through the top 5 contrarians ideas they have learned about church planting success. This podcast is perfect for new church planters and pastors considering church planting.

Launch: Starting A New Church From Scratch: Don't just plant your church, launch it! This new book is available 1/11/07, but can be pre-ordered at Amazon.com
FREE stuff for Church Planters: Get tools you need for FREE! Click to get access to valuable resources to help you as you plant your church.
Growth Barrier's Workshop- 6 CD Set: Breaking Growth Barriers are some of the greatest challenges that pastors face! This 6 CD set helps you understand and break them!

Posted on December 04, 2006 | Download MP3 (22:23min | 10.3MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

Small Groups FAQ

February 13, 2006

This podcast contains answers to the Top 5 Questions people have ask Nelson Searcy and Kerrick Thomas regarding small groups. A perfect compliment to The Small Groups Seminar (see link below) or as some fresh insights to your small groups. The Journey regularly sees 100% participation in Small Groups based on average total attendance. 1200+ in small groups last fall.

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Learn more in The Small Groups Seminar: 100% participation in small groups is possible - this seminar shows you how! Recorded live, this 3 hour seminar on small groups discusses practical steps that will help you develop a small groups 'system' where people will want to get involved;

Posted on February 13, 2006 | Download MP3 (22:37min | 10.4MB) | Click for Podcasting Link

Introduction to Church Systems

January 07, 2006

In this podcast you will have the opportunity to listen in on a Pastors Coaching Network in New York City.

In this 30 minutes session with other pastors, Nelson discusses the Eight Church Systems necessary to for a healthy and growing church.

Growth Barriers Workshop Recording: Breaking Growth Barriers are some of the greatest challenges that pastors face!
Learn more in The Stategy Seminar: A strategy is simply a logical plan to get you from where you are to where God wants you to be! Recorded live, this 3 hour seminar on strategy walks you through the practical steps of developing a specific strategy for church growth.

Posted on January 07, 2006 | Download MP3 (34:35min | 9.9MB) | Click for Podcasting Link