Ep. 016 | Hope For Dying Churches
A Strategic Guide for Struggling Churches
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Hope for Dying Churches: A Strategic Guide for Struggling Churches
February 15, 2025
Episode 16 Show Notes
In this episode, we sit down with Mark Hallock, author of "God's Not Done With Your Church," to explore practical strategies for church revitalization and replanting. Mark shares his journey from youth ministry to leading church replanting efforts, and provides valuable insights for churches facing decline.
Key Topics Covered:
The difference between church revitalization and church replanting
Six key indicators of a church's readiness for revitalization:
Recognition of reality
Hearts that are humble
Commitment to the Bible
Desire to reach the community
Willingness to do whatever it takes
Belief that God can revitalize
Understanding partnership levels between healthy and struggling churches
The importance of handling change sensitively, especially with long-term members
The role of third-party facilitators in church partnerships
Notable Quotes:
"We're Baptists, we love autonomy all day long... But when you have autonomous churches that radically collaborate, oh look out. The Spirit moves in power." - Mark Hallock
Resources Mentioned:
Listen to the Revitalize and Replant podcast
Find his book "God's Not Done With Your Church" online
About Our Guest:
Mark Hallock serves as a pastor in Denver, Colorado, where he has led Calvary Church of Inglewood from a congregation of 25 people to a thriving church community. He now helps oversee the Calvary Family of Churches, which has been involved in replanting 17 churches that would otherwise have closed their doors.
Connect With Mark:
Website: https://www.preachleadlove.com/
Church: Calvary Englewood, CO - https://englewood.thecalvary.org/
Revitalize My Church is a podcast dedicated to helping church leaders navigate the challenges of ministry and church revitalization. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.