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The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastThe Dismal State of Evangelism, the Divide Between Church and Culture, and The Missed Opportunity of Unchurched People's Surprising Spiritual Openness with David Kinnaman and Mark MatlockOnly 1% of pastors say their churches are very effective at evangelism. Yet, 72% of people say they are open spiritually. In this episode, Barna CEO David Kinnaman and author Mark Matlock continue the 2025 Church Trends series and discuss the current divide between church and culture, the surprisingly dismal state of evangelism in the church today, and the missed opportunity of unchurched people's surprising spiritual openness. 🔗 Show Notes ☕️ 2025 Church Trends Leader Guide 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 2025-01-211h 15The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast: Lead Like Never BeforeThe Dismal State of Evangelism, the Divide Between Church and Culture, and The Missed Opportunity of Unchurched People's Surprising Spiritual Openness with David Kinnaman and Mark MatlockOnly 1% of pastors say their churches are very effective at evangelism. Yet, 72% of people say they are open spiritually. In this episode, Barna CEO David Kinnaman and author Mark Matlock continue...Read the whole entry... »2025-01-211h 15
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastCNLP 623 | David Kinnaman on Why 84% of Americans Are Now Spiritually Open, Why 25% of People are Still Deconstructing, And Why Your Ministry Might Want to Target Women (Not Men) If Your Church Wants to Reach and Keep FamiliesIn Part 2 of the Church Trends series, David Kinnaman shares the very latest from Barna on a surprising spiritual openness that’s growing in America while more people than ever are deconstructing their faith. David discusses how to navigate that tension and reach more people. Plus, he explores research that shows that reaching women may be the key to reaching and keeping families. Show Notes Free 2024 Church Trends Team Guide On The Rise Newsletter Preaching Cheat Sheet Watch on YouTube 2024-01-091h 39
ChurchPulse Weekly122 | Looking Forward to 2023Send us a textDavid Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof share insights and ideas about the future of the Church and some exciting news about what's next for the podcast. Stay tuned for more to come in the new year! - Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group Relevant Links: Barna Access Plus Gloo: Find out more about the He Gets Us initiative at hegetsuspartners.com/churches2022-12-1526 min
ChurchPulse Weekly121 | Key Trends and Insights: 2020-2022Send us a textDavid Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof sit down in-person and look back on starting ChurchPulse Weekly in March 2020, what they have learned from leaders through the years of the pandemic and the trends they have seen in the research. Part 1 of 2. - Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group Relevant Links: Barna Access Plus Gloo: Find out more about the He Gets Us initiative at hegetsuspartners.com/c...2022-12-0843 min
ChurchPulse Weekly120 | Stephen Chandler on Responding to Voices of Opposition in Ministry and How Selfishness Has Affected Church CultureSend us a textStephen Chandler (senior pastor of Union Church) sits down with Carey Nieuwhof to talk about how he responds to pushback as a leader, finding rest amidst the busyness of ministry and redefining success within your church. - Barna’s Resilient Pastor Cohort: Sign up at Barna.com/pastorcohort, and use the code CPW15 for a listener discount! Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group ...2022-06-3038 min
ChurchPulse Weekly119 | Lisa Bevere on the Crisis in Discipleship, the Pressure on Leaders, and Deconstructing Versus DestroyingSend us a textLisa Bevere (speaker and author) joins Carey Nieuwhof to talk about what has changed in discipleship over the past five years, how to activate the contributions of women in your church and learning the balance for younger generations between deconstructing and destroying. - Barna’s Resilient Pastor Cohort: Sign up at Barna.com/pastorcohort, and use the code CPW15 for a listener discount! Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Yout...2022-06-2339 min
ChurchPulse Weekly118 | Bryan Loritts on the Challenges of Fatherhood and Why Juneteenth Matters for the Whole ChurchSend us a textBryan Loritts (president of the Kainos Movement) sits down with David Kinnaman to discuss fatherhood and Juneteenth. Together they talk about the challenges fathers are facing, the role of mentors in the lives of fathers and the ongoing journey within the church towards racial equity. - Barna’s Resilient Pastor Cohort: Sign up at Barna.com/pastorcohort, and use the code CPW15 for a listener discount! If you have any additional ChurchPulse Weekly feedback or thoughts for our team, send an email...2022-06-1635 min
ChurchPulse Weekly116 | John Eldredge on Resiliency and Ways to Replenish Your Soul After Emotional ImpactSend us a textJohn Eldredge sits down with David Kinnaman to reflect on how to address loneliness and isolation after the pandemic, building resilient friendships and listening for the voice of God. – Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group Relevant Links: Barna’s Resilient Pastor Initiative Wild at Heart Resilient: Restoring Your Weary Soul in These Turbulent Times by John Eldredge2022-06-0229 min
ChurchPulse Weekly115 | Pete Greig on Growing a Culture of Prayer and How to Hear God's VoiceSend us a textPete Greig meets with David Kinnaman to talk about growing a culture of prayer in your church. Together, they discuss how to hear God’s voice, rediscovering the practice of lectio divina and practical tips for leading a great prayer meeting over Zoom. – Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group Relevant Links Pete Greig’s website How to Hear God: A Simple Guide for Normal People by Pete Greig...2022-05-2641 min
ChurchPulse Weekly114 | Obstacles in and Inspiring Opportunities for Discipleship, Plus How to Address Deconstruction with Aubrey SampsonSend us a textAubrey Sampson (church planter and author) joins David Kinnaman to discuss the opportunities and obstacles she’s seeing for discipleship, the role of friendship in hosting difficult conversations and encouraging the everyday disciplemakers in your church. – Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group Learn more about Aubrey Sampson’s latest book, Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything.2022-05-1942 min
ChurchPulse Weekly113 | Ed Stetzer on Church Trends and What Metrics MatterSend us a textEd Stetzer (author, speaker, professor) sits down with Carey Nieuwhof to discuss shifting trends in church attendance throughout the pandemic, engaging your congregation in the church’s mission and finding new ways to measure church success. – ChurchPulse Weekly Audience Survey: To access the survey and have the opportunity to win a Barna monograph, go to Barna.com/cpwsurvey! Learn more about Barna’s ChurchPulse assessment, available for free in Barna Access. Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup...2022-05-1226 min
ChurchPulse Weekly112 | Dr. Thema Bryant on Recognizing the Signs of Trauma and How to Properly Address ThemSend us a textDr. Thema Bryant (president-elect of the American Psychological Association) talks with Carey Nieuwhof about collective trauma and finding healing in the Church. She shares practical ways to recognize the signs of trauma in your congregants as well as advice for leaders as they walk their own journey towards healing. – ChurchPulse Weekly Audience Survey: To access the survey and have the opportunity to win a Barna monograph, go to Barna.com/cpwsurvey! Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidk...2022-05-0535 min
ChurchPulse Weekly111 | Children's Ministry and How to Make Resilient Child Disciples with Awana CEO Matt MarkinsSend us a textMatt Markins (President and CEO of Awana) sits down with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about what’s changed in children’s ministry over the years, how to disciple kids towards a resilient faith and the role parents can play in their kid’s spiritual growth. – Check out Awana’s Child Discipleship Forum to learn more about the work they’re doing. Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: 2022-04-2838 min
ChurchPulse Weekly110 | Andy Stanley on Political Polarization in the Church, New Thinking on Church Attendance and Ideology Versus TheologySend us a textAndy Stanley (senior pastor of North Point Ministries) sits down with Carey Nieuwhof to discuss pastoral burnout and political polarization in the Church. He shares new ways he’s thinking about attendance during the pandemic, what he’s learned from preaching to an empty room and why Christians have become more passionate about ideology over theology. – To watch other extended interviews with State of Your Church contributors and read the full report, go to Barna.com/Access and use the code CHURCHPULSE to receive 20% off an annua...2022-04-2149 min
ChurchPulse Weekly109 | Volunteers: Practical Ways to Support, Honor and Retain Them with Brad and Leah LeachSend us a textBrad & Leah Leach (pastors at City Life Philly) talk with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman about celebrating the volunteers in your church. They discuss practical ideas for volunteer support and retention, as well as an element of fun as a way to honor the people who serve in your church. – Lyrics from the Onesies. Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group2022-04-1433 min
ChurchPulse Weekly108 | Albert Tate on the Perceptions of Race Problems and the Church's InvolvementSend us a textAlbert Tate (Lead Pastor of Fellowship Church) joins Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to discuss how to engage in conversations on racial justice within the Church and the importance of extending unconditional empathy towards those with different perspectives. – Order a copy of Albert Tate’s latest book How We Love Matters: A Call to Practice Relentless Racial Reconciliation wherever books are sold. Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube...2022-04-0738 min
ChurchPulse Weekly106 | Michael Phillips on Pastoral Burnout in the Black Church and Why Empathy is the Greatest Tool for Social JusticeSend us a textMichael Phillips (education advocate and former pastor) shares with Carey Nieuwhof his reflections on the challenges Black pastors are facing, the importance of local churches in meeting community needs and why he believes empathy is the greatest tool for social justice. – Want more Barna research around similar topics? Go to Barna.com/Access to access Barna’s full library of resources, and use the promo code CHURCHPULSE to get 20% off an annual subscription today. Hear more from Michael: Learn m...2022-03-2433 min
ChurchPulse Weekly105 | Dr. Heather Thompson Day on Social Media's Effects on Culture and How It Can Be Used as a Tool to Advance the Church Plus America's Trust ProblemSend us a textDr. Heather Thompson Day (speaker, writer and professor) joins Carey Nieuwhof to discuss how to use social media as a tool for hope and encouragement in a polarized world. She shares some practical ideas for cutting through the noise online to have real influence as well as her personal rhythms around engagement. – Hear more from Heather: Check out her latest book (It’s Not Your Turn) and tune into her podcast, Viral Jesus. Want more data & resources from Barna? Sign up for Barn...2022-03-1741 min
ChurchPulse Weekly104 | Patrick Lencioni on Building a Healthy Team Culture, Activating Your Volunteers and Employee Retention in the ChurchSend us a textPatrick Lencioni (author and founder of The Table Group) talks with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman about building a healthy team culture and how churches can better engage and retain their volunteers. – What is Your Working Genius? Discover Your God-given Talents By Taking The Six Types of Working Genius Assessment. Go to www.workinggenius.com and enter promo code ChurchPulse to receive 20% off. Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group2022-03-1042 min
ChurchPulse Weekly103 | Bob Goff on Getting to the Root of Insecurity, Conflict and New Perspectives for the ChurchSend us a textBob Goff sits down with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about finding new, hope-filled perspectives for the Church, what he’s learned from mediating conflict and how pastors can focus their time and attention on what matters most. Pick up a copy of Bob’s book, Undistracted: Capture Your Purpose. Rediscover Your Joy; available today wherever books are sold! – Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebook: Barna Group Youtube: Barna Group2022-03-0330 min
ChurchPulse Weekly102 | Tyler Staton on Steps for Discerning God's Voice, Celebrating and Grieving Transitions, and Finding Prayer Rhythms Through the PandemicSend us a textTyler Staton (Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church) joins Carey Nieuwhof to talk about his own leadership transition, cultivating prayer rhythms that sustain through the pandemic and finding spiritual renewal amidst fatigue. - BELAY: Text the word PULSE to 55123 for BELAY’s free resource download, ‘5 Ways A Church Bookkeeper Can Transform Your Day.’ State of Your Church: Barna’s State of Your Church webcast will give you new data-informed insights into how people are growing in their faith and will equip you with powerf...2022-02-2437 min
ChurchPulse Weekly101 | Glenn Packiam on the 5 Types of Relationships Every Pastor Needs and the Illusion of IntimacySend us a textGlenn Packiam (pastor at New Life Church, Barna fellow) sits down with David Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof to discuss how to cultivate resilience in your leadership and the five types of relationships every pastor needs. – Go to Barna.com/ResilientPastor to learn more about The Resilient Pastor book and listen to the new podcast hosted by Glenn Packiam. Watch this episode on Youtube: Barna Group Follow Barna at: Instagram: @barnagroup Twitter: @davidkinnaman | @barnagroup Facebo...2022-02-1742 min
ChurchPulse Weekly100 | Sandra Van Opstal on How Self Assessment is Really for the Sake of Others, the Enneagram and Pursuing JusticeSend us a textSandra Van Opstal (pastor, author and activist) joins David Kinnaman to talk about the transformative power of the Enneagram, why self-reflection is essential for every leader’s development journey and how the Church can move beyond relief work into pursuing justice. – State of Your Church: Barna’s State of Your Church webcast will give you new data-informed insights into how people are growing in their faith and will equip you with powerful tools to help you measure what matters in your own church ministries. This free 90-m...2022-02-1046 min
ChurchPulse Weekly099 | Levi Lusko on Why He Hasn't Quit, Rethinking the Church Model and Reaching the Next GenerationSend us a textLevi Lusko (Pastor of Fresh Life Church) joins Carey Nieuwhof to talk about reaching the next generation, the power of physically gathering and what he’s learning about church attendance through the pandemic. – State of Your Church: Barna’s State of Your Church webcast will give you new data-informed insights into how people are growing in their faith and will equip you with powerful tools to help you measure what matters in your own church ministries. This free 90-minute webcast is airing on Tuesday, March 1st at 1...2022-02-0341 min
ChurchPulse Weekly098 | Juliet Funt on Maximizing Productivity and How to Set Boundaries with Your CongregationSend us a text098: Juliet Funt Globally-renowned keynote speaker and author, Juliet Funt, talks with Carey Nieuwhof about what pastors need to do to maximize productivity. Together, they unpack some of the root causes of burnout, the role of rest in fostering creative work and how to set boundaries with your congregation. – BELAY: Text the word PULSE to 55123 for BELAY’s free resource download, ‘5 Ways A Church Bookkeeper Can Transform Your Day.’ State of Your Church: Barna’s State of Your Church webcast will give you...2022-01-2839 min
ChurchPulse Weekly097 | Jenni Catron on the Importance of Strategic Leadership and Being Proactive During Times of CrisisSend us a textJenni Catron (Founder of the 4Sight Group) sits down with David Kinnaman to discuss why strategic leadership matters for the church, leadership lessons from The Great Commission and how to take a proactive approach with your vision in times of crisis. – State of Your Church: This 2022 initiative kicks off with a free 90 minute webcast on Tuesday, March 1st at 1:00pm ET. Join Barna president David Kinnaman and hosts Carey Nieuwhof and Nona Jones by registering for free at Barna.com/stateofyourchurch2022-01-2045 min
ChurchPulse Weekly096 | Ashlee Eiland on Leading Your Church Through Transitions, During a Pandemic and With Your SpouseSend us a textAshlee Eiland (Co-lead Pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Rapids, MI) joins Carey Nieuwhof this week to talk about shepherding a church through difficult leadership transitions, managing a team in the pandemic and setting healthy boundaries when doing ministry alongside a spouse. – State of Your Church: This 2022 initiative kicks off with a free 90 minute webcast on Tuesday, March 1st at 1:00pm ET. Join Barna president David Kinnaman and hosts Carey Nieuwhof and Nona Jones by registering for free at Barna.com/stateofyourchurch.2022-01-1340 min
ChurchPulse Weekly095 | Mark Batterson on Setting Habits and Goals That Will Actually LastSend us a textTo kick off the new year, Mark Batterson (Lead Pastor at National Community Church) joins David Kinnaman to talk about setting habits and goals that will last for the new year. He shares lessons he has learned from the past year, how he sees spiritual formation as a process of habit formation and what it looks like for leaders to incorporate rhythms of Sabbath into their own lives. – State of Your Church: This 2022 initiative kicks off with a free 90 minute webcast on Tuesday, March 1st at 1:00pm...2022-01-0651 min
ChurchPulse Weekly094 | Dave Lomas on Reimagining Preaching in a Hybrid Church Era and Building Life-Long Friendships as a PastorSend us a textDave Lomas (Pastor of Reality SF) talks with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman about the role of friendships in ministry, how preaching has changed over the past couple of years and the challenges of doing discipleship in a hybrid church model. – State of Your Church: This 2022 initiative kicks off with a free 90 minute webcast on Tuesday, March 1st at 1:00pm ET. Join Barna president David Kinnaman and hosts Carey Nieuwhof and Nona Jones by registering for free at Barna.com/stateofyourchurch. Medi-Share: Go t...2021-12-3052 min
ChurchPulse Weekly093 | Hybrid Christmas Services: Practical Ideas for Online Worship with DK Kim and Abby BurleySend us a textWorship leaders DK Kim (Mariner’s Church) and Abby Burley (New Life Church) join Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to discuss Christmas worship services in a hybrid church era. They offer practical ideas for worship services for any church size and talk about the shifts they’re seeing as worship moves online. -- Text the word PULSE to 55123 for BELAY’s free resource download, ‘5 Ways A Church Bookkeeper Can Transform Your Day.’ Go to medishare.com/churchpulse to calculate your cost savings and s...2021-12-2342 min
ChurchPulse Weekly092 | Church Planters, Amy Gannett & Justin Kendrick, on Theology and the Next Generation, What We're Missing About Discipleship, and How We Value Programs Over PeopleSend us a textChurch planters, Amy Gannett & Justin Kendrick, sit down with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about why theology matters for the next generation, the limitations of program-centered church models and why leaders can never graduate from discipleship. -- Go to medishare.com/churchpulse to calculate your cost savings and see how much you could be saving on health insurance by switching to their services. Check out Barna’s PeoplePulse to learn more about how your congregants are flourishing today.2021-12-1641 min
ChurchPulse Weekly091 | Keri Ladouceur and Katie Matsumoto Moore on Creating a Community of Engagers Instead of Consumers During a Pandemic and in the Digital AgeSend us a textKeri Ladouceur and Katie Matsumoto Moore join Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to discuss practical ways to mobilize volunteers around causes in your community, redefining engagement beyond a church building and how your church can better serve your city as you head into the new year. -- Go to medishare.com/churchpulse to calculate your cost savings and see how much you could be saving on health insurance by switching to their services.2021-12-0942 min
ChurchPulse Weekly090 | Dr. Matthew D. Kim on the Loneliness Epidemic, Reaching People in Pain and How a Good God Can Allow SufferingSend us a textDr. Matthew D. Kim (author and professor at Gordon-Conwell) sits down with Carey Nieuwhof to talk about preaching to people in pain. Matthew shares about how he has dealt with grief and pain in his own life, ways to connect biblical narratives with the pain people are feeling and how to answer the difficult question of how a good God can allow suffering. -- Learn more from Matthew Kim in his latest book, Preaching to People in Pain: How Suffering Can Shape Your Sermons and Co...2021-12-0240 min
ChurchPulse Weekly089 | Rick Warren on Why Christ Has Not Yet Returned and How to Build a Mission-Driven ChurchSend us a textRick Warren joins Carey Nieuwhof to discuss why he’s focusing on missions in this next season of life, practical tips for preaching on missions and the vision behind his new initiative, Finishing the Task. PLUS check out Barna’s YouTube channel for the extended version of this interview with Pastor Rick. -- Text the word PULSE to 55123 for BELAY’s free resource download, ‘5 Ways A Church Bookkeeper Can Transform Your Day.’ Go to medishare.com/churchpulse to calculate yo...2021-11-2448 min
ChurchPulse Weekly088 | Bonus: Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman on How Pastors Want to Quit Full Time Ministry and Ways to PersevereSend us a textCarey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman discuss a brand new statistic revealing that 38% of pastors have seriously considered quitting full time ministry in the last 12 months. Their conversation offers insights into why this finding matters and how to encourage them to persevere.2021-11-2237 min
ChurchPulse Weekly087 | Aaron and Michelle Reyes on Navigating Diverse Cultural Differences During a PandemicSend us a textAaron & Michelle Reyes sit down with Carey Nieuwhof to talk about making space for difficult conversations as church planters of a multiethnic church. Together, they discuss how they navigate racial and political differences within their congregation, what they have done to meet their community’s needs and future innovations they dream about for their physical gathering space. -- To get a FREE copy of Carey’s new book, At Your Best, for Pastor Appreciation Month this October, visit Aspengroup.com/churchpulse today!2021-11-1845 min
ChurchPulse Weekly086 | Loneliness, Community, and Discipleship Online Versus In-Person with Ben Windle and Jay KimSend us a textBen Windle (Australian pastor, author and Barna contributor) and Jay Kim (author of Analog Church) sit down with Carey Nieuwhof to discuss making space for community in the digital era. They discuss what you can’t get from doing church online, the importance of building “lingering spaces” into your church buildings and opportunities to reimagine digital discipleship. -- To get a FREE copy of Carey’s new book, At Your Best, for Pastor Appreciation Month this October, visit Aspengroup.com/churchpulse today!2021-11-1153 min
ChurchPulse Weekly085 | Jo Saxton on Fostering Meaningful Relationships in a Digital Age, Understanding the Gaps in Digital Discipleship, and the Incredible Statistics on How Women Have Been Impacted by the COVID-19 PandemicSend us a textJo Saxton (author, speaker and entrepreneurial coach) joins Carey Nieuwhof to talk about making space for meaningful relationships in a digital age. She shares how the pandemic has shaped her personal relationships, the possibilities and limitations of digital discipleship and the unique impact the pandemic has had on women. -- To get a FREE copy of Carey’s new book, At Your Best, for Pastor Appreciation Month this October, visit Aspengroup.com/churchpulse today!2021-11-0443 min
ChurchPulse Weekly084 | Skye Jethani and Kimberly Deckel on the Strengths and Weaknesses of American Church Traditions, Worship and Physical GatheringsSend us a textSkye Jethani (author, ordained minister and co-host of the Holy Post Podcast) and Rev. Kimberly Deckel (Anglican priest and executive pastor at Church of the Cross in Austin, TX) sit down with David Kinnaman to talk about the theology of physical space. Together, they offer ideas to make worship an embodied practice, find a liturgy that reflects the values of your gatherings and innovate new focal points in your church services. -- To get a FREE copy of Carey’s new book, At Your Best, for Pas...2021-10-2848 min
ChurchPulse Weekly083 | Derwin Gray on How the Lord's Prayer Has Reshaped How He Views Intimacy with God and His Beliefs About the Importance of Physical SpaceSend us a textDerwin Gray (Pastor of Transformation Church) joins Carey Nieuwhof to talk about making space for prayer. He shares how the Lord’s Prayer, in particular, has radically reshaped how he thinks about intimacy with the Father and why he believes physical space is needed to connect us with a larger narrative. -- To get a FREE copy of Carey’s new book, At Your Best, for Pastor Appreciation Month this October, visit Aspengroup.com/churchpulse today! Derwin’s new book, God, Do You Hear...2021-10-2145 min
ChurchPulse Weekly082 | Carey Nieuwhof on the Importance of Making Space for Rest, Healthy Rhythms and High ProductivitySend us a textCarey Nieuwhof is in the guest seat today as David Kinnaman flips the mic on him to talk about making space for rest and healthy rhythms for leaders. Carey talks about designing physical spaces for productivity, managing your energy to avoid burnout and fostering relationships after years in ministry. -- To get a FREE copy of Carey’s new book, At Your Best, for Pastor Appreciation Month this October, visit Aspengroup.com/churchpulse today!2021-10-1459 min
ChurchPulse Weekly081 | Misperceptions About Givers and the Church and How to Disciple Your Church Towards Generosity with Jim Sheppard and Julie BullockSend us a textJim Sheppard (Generis CEO) and Julie Bullock (Senior Generosity Strategist at Generis) join Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about generosity. They explore common barriers to giving, the root struggles pastors face around money and how to disciple your church towards generosity. -- Sign up for the Accelerating Generosity CoLab today at Barna.com/CoLab! Text the word PULSE to 55123 for BELAY’s free resource download, ‘5 Ways A Church Bookkeeper Can Transform Your Day.’2021-10-0750 min
ChurchPulse Weekly080 | Rachel Cruze on the Lies Every Generation Believes About Debt and How to Talk About Money from the PulpitSend us a textRachel Cruze (national bestselling author and financial expert at Ramsey Solutions) sits down with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to discuss financial flourishing. Together, they talk about mistakes every generation makes around debt, practical ways for leaders to speak with Gen Z and Millennials about giving and how pastors can deal with financial pressures in their own lives. -- Sign up for the Accelerating Generosity CoLab today at Barna.com/Colab! To get more practical financial advice from Rachel, check out her...2021-09-3041 min
ChurchPulse Weekly079 | The Four Steps to Understanding Your Calling and Purpose with Barna Fellow Dr. Stephanie ShackelfordSend us a textDr. Stephanie Shackelford (senior Barna fellow and author) joins David Kinnaman to talk about vocational discipleship within the Church. Drawing from recent Barna research, she debunks the common myths Christians believe about finding happiness and explains why the conversation on vocation matters for both younger and older generations. -- Order your copy of Dr. Shackelford’s new book, You On Purpose, at Barna.com/YouOnPurpose today! Text the word PULSE to 55123 for BELAY’s free resource download, ‘5 Ways A Church Bookkeeper Can Transfo...2021-09-2336 min
ChurchPulse Weekly078 | John Mark Comer on Perceptions of the Local Church, Challenges in Church Leadership, and Dealing with Hurt by People Leaving the ChurchSend us a textJohn Mark Comer returns to talk with David Kinnaman about the opportunities and challenges the Church is facing in the current cultural moment. In particular, he discusses a new form of church membership, dealing with people leaving the church and trends in prayer practices emerging from the pandemic. Part 2 of 2. -- Visit Barna.com/Access to find more resources on leading your church through cultural change.2021-09-1638 min
ChurchPulse Weekly077 | John Mark Comer on Resisting the 3 Enemies of the Soul and Understanding the New Cultural Assumptions of the Next Generation, Part 1 of 2Send us a textJohn Mark Comer (author and founding pastor of Bridgetown Church) sits down with David Kinnaman to discuss the three enemies of the soul, cultural trends he’s seeing in the next generation and the difficult expectations pastors face when leading through the pandemic. Part 1 of 2. -- To find more resources on cultural trends and leading the next generation, visit Barna.com/Access today!2021-09-0947 min
ChurchPulse Weekly076 | Rebekah Lyons on How to Manage Anxiety and Triggers During the Unknown and Creating Rhythms of RenewalSend us a textBestselling author and speaker, Rebekah Lyons, sits down with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about setting healthy rhythms amidst the pandemic. Together, they discuss how embodied practices (such as sleep and physical exercise) can help leaders address mental health challenges and pursue a more holistic well-being. -- Check out Barna’s report, Restoring Relationships, to learn more about well-being from Rebekah and other leaders. Get your copy today at barna.com/restoringrelationships!2021-09-0246 min
ChurchPulse Weekly075 | Volunteers: In-Person and Digital Engagement Post-Pandemic and Attracting the Next Generation with Rob Peabody and Derek SanfordSend us a textRob Peabody (CEO of VOMO) and Derek Sanford (Lead Pastor of Grace Church in McKean, PA) join Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about engaging volunteers digitally and in-person. In particular, they unpack how volunteer ministry can draw in younger generations and help churches discover their unique method for reaching their neighborhood. -- Sign up for the “Activating Missions Barna CoLab” at Barna.com/CoLab, and use the promo code CHURCHPULSE15.2021-08-2640 min
ChurchPulse Weekly074 | North Point's Bill Willits and Libby Hempen on Connection and the Loneliness Epidemic, Its Impact on Small Groups and Creating Community During a PandemicSend us a textBill Willits and Libby Hempen join Carey Nieuwhof to share about their experience leading small groups in a hybrid church context at North Point Ministries. Together, they discuss how to lead conversations amidst political tensions, generational trends in attendance through the pandemic and how shortened attention spans have shaped their curriculum choices. -- Sign up for the “Activating Missions Barna CoLab” at Barna.com/CoLab, and use the promo code CHURCHPULSE15. Visit WaterBrookMultnomah.com to get Andy Stanley & Bill’s book, Creating...2021-08-1949 min
ChurchPulse Weekly073 | Jon Tyson on Digital Church and the Transition of Traditional Evangelism to Cultural Evangelism, Part 2 of 2Send us a textJon Tyson (Lead Pastor at Church of the City New York) returns to talk with Carey Nieuwhof & David Kinnaman about the possibilities of online evangelism, creating a culture of prayer and a new approach to discipleship. Part 2 of 2. -- Visit Barna.com/IntentionalFather to pre-order The Intentional Father. Additionally, register for the free Intentional Father Summit with new Barna data and discussions with Jon Tyson and David Kinnaman about how to be an intentional father.2021-08-1229 min
ChurchPulse Weekly072 | Jon Tyson on the 5 Kinds of Dads and His Framework for Discipling Adolescents, Part 1 of 2Send us a textJon Tyson (Lead Pastor at Church of the City New York) joins Carey Nieuwhof & David Kinnaman to share his personal journey of reimagining fatherhood, his framework for discipling adolescents, the unique challenges for pastors raising boys and how he is redefining biblical manhood. Part 1 of 2. -- Visit Barna.com/IntentionalFather to pre-order The Intentional Father. Additionally, register for the free Intentional Father Summit with new Barna data and discussions with Jon Tyson and David Kinnaman about how to be an intentional father.2021-08-0534 min
ChurchPulse Weekly071 | Kara Powell on Next Gen Trends in the Making and Why Ministries Need to Stop Giving Answers to Questions Teens Aren't AskingSend us a textDr. Kara Powell (Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute) and David Kinnaman discuss the importance of addressing insecurities as a leader, the challenges of social media for Gen Z and why church ministries need to stop giving answers to questions teens aren’t asking. -- 3 Big Questions That Change Every Teenager gives you an essential roadmap to the teenagers in your life. Visit 3BigQuestionsBook.com/ChurchPulse to download a free chapter, PLUS a special free gift: 40 Conversation Starters to Help You Better Connect With Teena...2021-07-2942 min
ChurchPulse Weekly070 | David Kinnaman and Mark Matlock on How the Faith Cultural Landscape Has Changed Over the Last Two Years Since COVIDSend us a textMark Matlock (founder of WisdomWorks and co-author of Faith for Exiles) and David Kinnaman sit down to discuss how the cultural landscape has changed since Faith for Exiles released two years ago. Together, they explore how the pandemic accelerated a narrative of hope, what’s changed in resilient discipleship since 2019 and the current state of youth ministry. -- To find the most recent data on resilient disciples, check out Barna’s Gen Z Volume 2 report. Watch Mark & David discuss more in their 5...2021-07-2247 min
ChurchPulse Weekly069 | Jessica Bealer and Kellen Moore on Post-COVID Trends in Next Gen Ministry and How the Weekend Experience Can No Longer Be the Personal TouchSend us a textJessica Bealer (Director of Family Ministry Services at Generis) and Kellen Moore (Next Gen Pastor at Our City Church) talk with Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman about trends emerging in children’s ministry. They discuss how this younger generation is experiencing mental health, seeking digital discipleship and navigating the transitions between digital and in-person church gatherings. -- For more resources for parents or children’s ministry leaders, check out Barna.com/Access.2021-07-1547 min
ChurchPulse Weekly066 | Jeff Henderson on Barna Research About People's Perception of and Indifference Toward the ChurchSend us a textCarey Nieuwhof and Joe Jensen (Barna’s VP of Church Engagement) are joined by Jeff Henderson, president of The FOR Company and former lead pastor of Gwinnett Church. Together, they talk about the reputation and brand of the Church and how leaders can foster a positive presence in the community. -- Go to medishare.com/churchpulse to learn how to start saving hundreds of dollars per month on health insurance. Go to replicatecollective.com to sign up for the Collective today (spots a...2021-06-2457 min
ChurchPulse Weekly061 | Pete Scazzero on the Americanized Jesus, the Church and Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, and the Gifts of GriefSend us a textPete Scazzero joins Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman to talk about the Americanized Jesus, cultivating emotionally healthy discipleship, developing well-balanced leaders and learning to lean into the gifts of grief. Carey and David also share surprising data on how others feel the church is caring for their well-being.2021-05-201h 02
ChurchPulse Weekly060 | The Conversations the Church Needs to Be Having About Mental Health and Depression with Juli Wilson and Kayla StoeckleinSend us a text060: Kayla Stoecklein & Juli Wilson (May 10, 2021) Carey Nieuwhof and Barna’s Vice President, Alyce Youngblood, are joined by Juli Wilson (widow of Jarrid Wilson) and Kayla Stoecklein (widow of Andrew Stoecklein). Together, Juli and Kayla talk about the suicides of their husbands–both of whom had served as church pastors–and how they want to see the Church’s conversation on mental health change in years to come. -- Check out Kayla on Instagram, and get her book, Fear Gone...2021-05-1349 min
ChurchPulse Weekly057 | Understanding Anti-Asian Sentiments and Racism with Raymond ChangSend us a textRaymond Chang, president and co-founder of the Asian American Christian Collaborative, joins Carey Nieuwhof and Brooke Hempell to discuss the history of Asian American racism, protest as a spiritually formative practice and advice for church leaders looking to bring healing and justice within the Church.2021-04-2246 min
ChurchPulse Weekly055 | Multiethnic Churches and Mistakes Leaders Make in Pursuing Diversity with Derwin GraySend us a textDerwin Gray, Lead Pastor of Transformation Church in Charlotte, SC and author of the new book Building a Multiethnic Church, joins Carey Nieuwhof and Brooke Hempell to talk about ongoing challenges of leading a multiethnic church, why a Gospel-centered view of racism requires a systemic and individual approach and common mistakes leaders make in pursuing diversity.2021-04-0850 min
ChurchPulse Weekly049 | The Faith of Black Christians in America with Bryan LorittsSend us a textBryan Loritts, author of Insider Outsider and Teaching Pastor at Summit Church, joins Carey Nieuwhof and Brooke Hempell to discuss the faith of black Christians in America and the hard work required to lead congregations toward racial reconciliation.2021-02-2547 min
ChurchPulse Weekly048 | Jennie Allen on the Relationship Between Suffering and Spiritual Formation, Gen Z and Technology, and Why It's a Great Time to Be AliveSend us a textDavid Kinnaman sits down with Jennie Allen, president and founder of IF:Gathering and author of Get Out of Your Head, to discuss digital discipleship, the relationship between suffering and spiritual formation and the challenges facing ministry to women, Gen Z and parents. Introduction by Carey Nieuwhof and Savannah Kimberlin.2021-02-1843 min
ChurchPulse Weekly047 | Grief, Leading Through Loss and How to Support Those Who are Hurting—a personal conversation with Barna President, David KinnamanSend us a textCarey sits down with Barna President David Kinnaman for the first time in 2021. After losing his wife to brain cancer, David shares his personal journey and talks about the importance of making space to grieve, how to lead through loss and how to support hurting people as they heal.2021-02-1140 min
ChurchPulse Weekly042 | Rich Villodas on How to Provide Pastoral Care During a Pandemic Plus Barna Data on the Lack of Digital Spiritual Formation Offerings in ChurchesSend us a textRich Villodas, author and lead pastor of New Life Fellowship in Queens, joins Carey Nieuwhof and Savannah Kimberlin to discuss how pastors can provide better pastoral care for their people while investing in their own spiritual health as leaders. Part 1 of 2. Plus, Barna data on the lack of digital spiritual formation offerings in churches and where they're seeing hope in innovation.2021-01-0744 min
ChurchPulse Weekly039 | Francis Chan on How He Responds to Attacks and Disappointments, Ways to Avoid Burnout, and the Mental and Emotional Impact of COVID on LeadersSend us a textFrancis Chan joins Carey Nieuwhof to discuss how he responds to critics and people who disappoint, ways to avoid burnout and the mental and emotional impact COVID is having on leaders. Part 2 of 2.2020-12-1749 min
ChurchPulse Weekly038 | Francis Chan on COVID and Traps Church Leaders Fall IntoSend us a textFrancis Chan joins Carey Nieuwhof to discuss the impact COVID is having on church leadership and church planting. They also discuss the opportunity this disruption offers to make deeper and more committed disciples of Jesus. Part 1 of 2.2020-12-1049 min
ChurchPulse Weekly037 | Miles McPherson on Privilege and How Church Leaders Can Foster Racial ReconciliationSend us a textIn this follow up interview, Miles McPherson (author, former NFL player and lead pastor of The Rock in San Diego), and Carey Nieuwhof discuss race, diversity and what a church leader can do to help foster racial reconciliation and unity.2020-12-0336 min
ChurchPulse Weekly036 | The Rock's Miles McPherson on Discipleship During COVID and New Research on the State of the Hybrid ChurchSend us a textMiles McPherson (author, former NFL player and lead pastor of The Rock in San Diego) joins Carey Nieuwhof to talk about what discipleship, community outreach and church expansion look like in a COVID reality. This episode also includes an update from Barna's Savannah Kimberlin about new research on the state of the hybrid church.2020-11-2632 min
ChurchPulse Weekly035 | Mark Sayers on Cultural and Spiritual Authority, the Influence of Social Technology and the Pandemic's Impact on ReligiositySend us a textIn this follow up interview, Carey Nieuwhof and Mark Sayers discuss how technology is disrupting ministry. Together, they explore what church leadership looks like in a world where power is decentralized and information is everywhere. They also remind leaders that, while our world is full of problems to solve, personal renewal is what often sparks corporate change.2020-11-1944 min
ChurchPulse Weekly034 | Mark Sayers on How Different Cultural Responses are Affecting COVID Impact and What Leaders Should Watch ForSend us a textMark Sayers joins Carey Nieuwhof for an in-depth conversation about how the COVID pandemic isn’t simply an experience to survive or endure, it’s an opportunity to learn and grow. Together, they discuss the impact the pandemic is having on the Church and how leaders can pursue deeper faith for themselves and their congregations—while leading towards a hopeful future.2020-11-1239 min
ChurchPulse Weekly033 | 2020 in Review with Andy Stanley, Mark Batterson, Mark Sayers, Nona Jones and More!Send us a textCarey Nieuwhof hosts this episode of ChurchPulse Weekly and recaps some of the biggest themes from the first seven months of the podcast. Carey gives helpful commentary as he shares clips from interviews with Mark Batterson, Dave Ferguson, Leslie Mack, Nona Jones, Haley Veturis, Andy Stanley, Albert Tate, Derwin Gray, Darren Scheske, Levi and Jennie Lusko, Pete Scazzero, Henry Cloud, Jon Tyson, Andy Crouch and Mark Sayers.2020-11-051h 02
ChurchPulse Weekly018 | Lysa TerKeurst on the Dangers of Digital Discipleship and How Leaders Can Be Appropriately Vulnerable in this Age of DisruptionSend us a textLysa TerKeurst, author, speaker, and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, is no stranger to trauma. In this interview, she shares the difference between privacy and secrecy and how leaders can be appropriately vulnerable with their audiences and teams. David Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof also discuss data on the mental and emotional impact of pastors during this season of disruption and offer tips on how (and with whom) to be vulnerable.2020-07-2343 min
ChurchPulse Weekly017 | How to Lead the Church in Racial Reconciliation with Derwin Gray and Darryn ScheskeSend us a textDavid Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof are joined this week by Darryn Scheske, founding senior pastor of Heartland Church, and Derwin Gray, lead pastor of Transformation Church in South Carolina. As leaders of multicultural congregations, Derwin and Darryn share their insights on how to lead in a time when the world and the church are awakening to the need for racial justice. As Carey puts it, “Thirty years from now, the more important conversation is not, ‘How did you make it through COVID, but what did you do about racial reconciliation?’ I think that's how hi...2020-07-1659 min
ChurchPulse Weekly016 | How the Church Should Be Responding During Crisis, How COVID is Impacting Our Faith, and What the New Church Could Look Like with Scott SaulsSend us a textThis week on the podcast, David Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof are joined by Scott Sauls, author and senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville. Together, they discuss how the church can be countercultural for the common good in these chaotic times. And they emphasize the importance of committing to being discipled by Jesus towards humility, instead of allowing ourselves to be discipled by cable news and partisan politics. This episode also includes the latest ChurchPulse Weekly data, which reveals that many pastors expect COVID-related disruptions to get worse in the next week...2020-07-0957 min
ChurchPulse Weekly015 | Albert Tate and Nicole Martin on What Questions White Leaders Should be Asking, Acknowledging Fears Around Taking a Stand and How the Church Can Make a Difference, Part 2 of 2Send us a textThis week, we're sharing the second half of our conversation about racial justice and the church with Albert Tate and Rev. Dr. Nicole Martin. Albert Tate is the co-founder and lead pastor of Fellowship Church in Monrovia, California. And Rev. Dr. Nicole Martin is an author and Assistant Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. They join hosts Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman in an honest discussion about questions white Christians should be asking, how supporting healthy change can help the church reach young people, and how the church can...2020-07-0248 min
ChurchPulse Weekly014 | Albert Tate and Nicole Martin on What White Leaders Don’t Understand About Racial Inequality and What Needs to Change to Bring About Real Reconciliation, Part 1 of 2Send us a textThis week, we take an honest look at the global awakening to racial justice that's happening all around us. Our latest ChurchPulse Weekly data has revealed that only 18% of pastors feel completely competent to lead in this moment, which is why two special guests will be sharing how church leaders can pursue the unity God has called us to. Albert Tate is the co-founder and lead pastor of Fellowship Church in Monrovia, California. And Rev. Dr. Nicole Martin is an author and Assistant Professor of Ministry and Leadership Development at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary...2020-06-2540 min
ChurchPulse Weekly013 | Levi and Jennie Lusko on the Complexity of Reopening 13 Locations, the Pushback They Took on Social Over Racial Reconciliation, and Talking About Justice with Your KidsSend us a textThis week, Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman are joined by Pastor Levi Lusko and his wife, Jennie. They helped pioneer Fresh Life Church—a multisite church with locations in Montana, Utah, Oregon, and Wyoming. Together, they discuss how the pandemic has impacted their marriage and ministry, how they’re addressing racial reconciliation at church and in their home, and what they’re doing to make new church members feel welcome in a world where people are digitally participating in churches they don’t live close to. This episode also unpacks the latest ChurchPulse Weekly d...2020-06-1849 min
ChurchPulse Weekly012 | Reopening Kids and Student Ministries During Coronavirus Pandemic with Frank and Jessica BealerSend us a textAfter exploring how the pandemic is affecting churches, this episode looks specifically at how the Coronavirus is impacting youth groups and children’s ministries. To do this, David Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof are joined by Frank and Jessica Bealer. Jessica has been leading children’s ministry for 19 years and Frank is the CEO of Phase Family Centers and Executive Director of Leadership Development at Orange. Together, they offer practical advice to leaders ministering to younger generations in this summer of disruption. They also discuss ChurchPulse Weekly data specific to this topic.2020-06-1144 min
ChurchPulse Weekly011 | Disruption vs Interruption: The Impact and Response to Reopening Churches with Adam Weber and Glenn Packiam Plus Data on Digital Church AttendanceSend us a textThis week, David Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof discuss the latest ChurchPulse Weekly data which includes information on the effects of digital church attendance. They're also joined by ministry leaders, Adam Weber and Glenn Packiam. Adam is founding pastor of Embrace, a multi-site church based out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Glenn is associate senior pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs. Adam and Glenn talk about the circumstances that influenced their decisions to reopen their physical church locations and how attendees responded. They also offer practical advice for church leaders who want...2020-06-0353 min
ChurchPulse Weekly010 | The Medical and Mental Health Impact of Re-Launching Physical GatheringsSend us a textThis episode features special guests Rich Villodas, Lead Pastor at New Life Fellowship in NY and Dr. John Fankhauser, CEO at Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital. They share practical advice on re-launching physical gatherings, the mental health impact of COVID-19, and the opportunity for a more deeply formed life during crisis. Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman also discuss the latest ChurchPulse Weekly data, including findings about how pastors view the regulations surrounding re-gathering.2020-05-2745 min
ChurchPulse Weekly009 | How to Create Healthy Rhythms in the Midst of Coronavirus with John Mark Comer and Tish Harrison WarrenSend us a textIn the midst of a chaotic and disruptive moment in history, it’s crucial for leaders to remember to care for their own souls. In this episode, Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman discuss the latest ChurchPulse Weekly data and explore how leaders can institute healthy rhythms and practices in their own lives. They’re joined by John Mark Comer, author and pastor at Bridgetown Church, and Tish Harrison Warren, author and priest in the Anglican Church.2020-05-2057 min
ChurchPulse Weekly008 | New Data Surrounding How Churchgoers Feel About Reopening Plus Thom Rainer, Former CEO of LifeWay, and Pastor Myron Pierce of Mission ChurchSend us a textAs church leaders deliberate when and how to reopen for in-person services, it's important to consider the opinions of churchgoers. This week, Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman discuss surprising new data surrounding how churchgoers feel about reopening. They are joined by special guest Thom Rainer, founder and CEO of Church Answers, and former president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources and Pastor Myron Pierce of Mission Church in Omaha. Get Barna's digital report, Where Do We Go from Here?2020-05-1356 min
ChurchPulse Weekly007 | Mark Sayers on the Cultural and Personal Impact of COVID Plus Current Data on Church Attendance and GivingSend us a textAs we watch what's happening in the world around us, not enough leaders are asking, “What does God want to do inside us at this time?” This is a problem because, in many cases, personal renewal has to precede corporate change. This week, Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman discuss these topics with the help of special guest, Mark Sayers. They also look at the latest ChurchPulse Weekly data, which includes shifts in attendance and giving.2020-05-0653 min
ChurchPulse Weekly006 | Pastor Michael Todd, Jo Saxton and Skye Jethani on How Digital Church and Discipleship Can Be Both Valuable and Engaging Plus Data on How Churches are Preparing for the New NormalSend us a textNow that we’re starting to adjust to this new context, as church leaders, we have an opportunity to stop wondering how to do digital church and start exploring how to do it well. This week, Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman discuss topics key to digital discipleship, with the help of Michael Todd, Jo Saxton, and Skye Jethani. David and Carey also look at the newest ChurchPulse Weekly data, which includes insights into when pastors are planning to resume in-person services and how they're preparing for the new normal.2020-04-2950 min
ChurchPulse Weekly005 | How to Accurately Measure Online Church Attendance (and How to Measure What Matters)Send us a textAs leaders, we're always looking for ways to grow and improve. And in order to know how our churches are doing, we need to measure what matters. In this episode, Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman discuss new metrics for the online church environment we're all living in, along with the data from this week's pastor poll. They're joined by Danielle Strickland and Kenny Jahng.2020-04-2251 min
The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastCNLP 335 | Scott Beck and David Kinnaman Take You Under the Hood on How Better Data Leads to Better Decisions, Crisis Leadership, and What Will Help You Emerge Stronger Into the New NormalThe Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast is a podcast all about leadership, change and personal growth. The goal? To help you lead like never before—in your church or in your business.2020-04-211h 43The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastCNLP 335 | Scott Beck and David Kinnaman Take You Under the Hood on How Better Data Leads to Better Decisions, Crisis Leadership, and What Will Help You Emerge Stronger Into the New NormalThe Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast is a podcast all about leadership, change and personal growth. The goal? To help you lead like never before—in your church or in your business.2020-04-211h 43
ChurchPulse Weekly004 | Dr. Henry Cloud and Holly Wagner Explain the Mental and Emotional Impact of COVID-19 and How to Lead Through ItSend us a textThis week, hosts Carey Nieuwhof and David Kinnaman are joined by Dr. Henry Cloud and Holly Wagner (of Oasis Church in Los Angeles, CA) as they discuss the recent ChurchPulse Weekly data and focus in on how church leaders can help their people navigate the mental and emotional health challenges that come with the current crisis.2020-04-1556 min
ChurchPulse Weekly003 | Pastors Jud Wilhite and Bianca Olthoff Share Best Ideas for Digital Easter During the Coronavirus PandemicSend us a textIn this time of crisis, it’s easy to slip into a pattern of reacting. Listen, as David Kinnaman and Carey Nieuwhof discuss how church leaders can continue to minister proactively in their communities — even in the midst of social distancing. They're joined by Jud Wilhite, bestselling author and senior pastor of Central Church, and Bianca Olthoff, co-pastor of The Father’s House Church, bestselling author and founder of In The Name of Love nonprofit organization. David and Carey also discuss the findings from this week's pastor poll, including how pastors are rapidly prepar...2020-04-0842 min
ChurchPulse Weekly002 | Ways That Church Leaders Can Leverage Social Media During the Current Crisis Plus How the Church Should Handle the First Digital EasterSend us a textOn the first weekend of non-physical gatherings since the COVID-19 pandemic, most churches saw a drop in online attendance v. the former, in-person attendance, a big drop in giving, but morale and hope still run high. These are the first findings of the ChurchPulse Weekly assessment from over 500 US church leaders. Barna President, David Kinnaman, and Carey Nieuwhof explain those findings and more, and show you how you can get your church involved in the ChurchPulse Weekly for FREE. US and Canadian churches can participate in the surveys. The entire church has the...2020-04-0247 min
ChurchPulse Weekly001 | Attendance and Giving is Down, Morale and Hope is High: Early Church Trends During COVID-19Send us a textOn the first weekend of non-physical gatherings since the COVID-19 pandemic, most churches saw a drop in online attendance v. the former, in-person attendance, a big drop in giving, but morale and hope still run high. These are the first findings of the ChurchPulse Weekly assessment from over 500 US church leaders. Barna President, David Kinnaman, and Carey Nieuwhof explain those findings and more, and show you how you can get your church involved in the ChurchPulse Weekly for FREE. US and Canadian churches can participate in the surveys. The entire church has the...2020-03-2644 min
ChurchPulse WeeklyIntroducing the ChurchPulse Weekly Podcast (and Tool Kit)Send us a textHow’s your church going to lead through crisis? The ChurchPulse Weekly podcast gives you unprecedented insights into how church leaders are navigating crisis, and a new set of digital tools to stay connected in real-time to the people in your church. Weekly results from the ChurchPulse Leader Check-in are delivered live in the podcast hosted by leadership author and podcaster, Carey Nieuwhof and Barna President, David Kinnaman. Each episode, Carey and David bring fresh updates, insights and interview other leading voices in church and ministry innovation.2020-03-1921 min
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