2 Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: What are the main differences between “remissioning” and “revitalization” in the context of church leadership, as described by Josh Hayden? Why does Josh Hayden emphasize the importance of listening—both to the congregation and to the neighborhood—before making plans for change? What potential dangers did Josh…
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Discussion Questions: How do you interpret Marc Schelske’s statement, “If I really love all the people that are impacted by this decision, then this decision has to be consensual”? According to Tod Bolsinger, what does it mean for decision-making to be truly consensual, and how does that differ from everyone simply agreeing? Why is it…
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Discussion Questions: How does the concept of a ‘hero’s journey’ apply to church leadership or personal transformation? What other “telltale signs” beyond plateauing membership, aging congregations, and stagnant giving might indicate a need for deep change? What are the risks of relying solely on traditional metrics for measuring a church’s health? Have you experienced situations…
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Discussion Questions: What do you think Jonathan Hoover means by “awareness is a precursor to adjustment”? How can this be applied to your leadership style? Tod Bolsinger mentions autopilot in leadership. Have you ever found yourself leading on autopilot, and how did you recognize and address it? In the episode, it’s suggested to “stop and…
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In an ever-changing world, it’s really hard to know how to be a church that makes a difference. When we’re at a loss, church leaders often imitate other churches.
But that doesn’t work because every church’s context is different!
Flourishing churches don’t imitate other churches. But healthy church leaders do help them engage in these seven practices.
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“Markus Watson knows from experience that without a compelling vision, churches instinctively turn inward. But without the capacity to trust each other as a healthy and courageous community, the most enthusiastic mission-driven congregation settles for becoming a spiritual country club for the baptized. An excellent and engaging communicator and a wise and resilient coach, Markus Watson is the kind of consultant, speaker, coach and leader who can inspire a community and its leadership to be their very best selves.”
Dr. Tod Bolsinger, author of Canoeing the Mountains and Vice President and Chief of Fuller Leadership Platform at Fuller Theological Seminary
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