The Revitalize My Church Podcast

Created to help churches navigate change and reorient to a new and healthy future.

Ep. 046 | Two Kinds of Struggling Churches
Bart Blair Bart Blair

Ep. 046 | Two Kinds of Struggling Churches

Most struggling churches think they need the same kind of help. Terry Long of the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina says that is the first mistake. In this episode, Terry walks through how NC Baptists assesses churches in decline, why revitalization and reconstruction require two completely different approaches, and why the biggest barrier to a church turning around is usually the pastor, not the congregation.

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Ep. 016 | Hope For Dying Churches
Bart Blair Bart Blair

Ep. 016 | Hope For Dying Churches

In this revealing conversation with Mark Hallock, author of "God's Not Done With Your Church," we explore the critical differences between church revitalization and replanting, while unpacking practical strategies for bringing new life to struggling congregations. Discover the six key indicators of church readiness for renewal and learn how strategic partnerships between healthy and declining churches can create pathways for sustainable ministry impact.

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