Raise Money in Difficult Times, Why Church Growth Plateaus and Boosting Engagement pn Modern Church Leader

This week on Modern Church Leader, we spoke with one of the top 10 fastest growing churches, shared giving appeal advice, and small group engagement tips. Also, be sure to check out Tithe.ly’s COO, Frank Barry, interview with Tony Manning, executive pastor of Berean Baptist Church in Minneapolis, MN, and how their church is being the church amidst COVID-19 and civic unrest.

How a Top 10 Fastest-Growing Church Keeps Generosity at the Forefront During COVID-19

Berean Baptist Church was named one of the Top 10 Fastest Growing Churches by Outreach Magazine, and like most churches during this season, they have been forced to move all of their services online. But that hasn't slowed them down.

Today, we're talking with Executive Pastor Tony Manning from Berean Baptist Church about how they've navigated the topic of giving and generosity during the COVID-19 Outbreak and continued to thrive through amazing generosity.

How to Preach a Giving Appeal from the Book of Matthew

On Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly CEO Dean Sweetman explains the mechanics of how to preach a compelling and successful giving appeal from the book of Matthew.

7 Ways to Boost Engagement in Your Small Group

On this episode of Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly's Content Lead, Paul Maxwell, shares the 7 Ways to boost engagement In your small group. Tune in to gain better insight into leading your church.

How to Leverage Easter to Double Church Giving

Check out Tithe.ly's Content Lead, Paul Maxwell, advice on how to leverage Easter to double church giving. Tune in to help your church grow during this season.

Why Church Growth Plateaus (And How the Few Break Through It)

Why do churches plateau? In this episode of Modern Church Leader, Paul Maxwell, shares why church growth plateaus and how the few break through it.

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Caroline Morris serves as the Marketing Content Producer and has been a part of the Tithely team for over 5 years. Her heart is to see the growth of generosity in the local church. Caroline lives in Tennessee with her husband, Tim, and Golden Retriever, Hank.

This week on Modern Church Leader, we spoke with one of the top 10 fastest growing churches, shared giving appeal advice, and small group engagement tips. Also, be sure to check out Tithe.ly’s COO, Frank Barry, interview with Tony Manning, executive pastor of Berean Baptist Church in Minneapolis, MN, and how their church is being the church amidst COVID-19 and civic unrest.

How a Top 10 Fastest-Growing Church Keeps Generosity at the Forefront During COVID-19

Berean Baptist Church was named one of the Top 10 Fastest Growing Churches by Outreach Magazine, and like most churches during this season, they have been forced to move all of their services online. But that hasn't slowed them down.

Today, we're talking with Executive Pastor Tony Manning from Berean Baptist Church about how they've navigated the topic of giving and generosity during the COVID-19 Outbreak and continued to thrive through amazing generosity.

How to Preach a Giving Appeal from the Book of Matthew

On Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly CEO Dean Sweetman explains the mechanics of how to preach a compelling and successful giving appeal from the book of Matthew.

7 Ways to Boost Engagement in Your Small Group

On this episode of Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly's Content Lead, Paul Maxwell, shares the 7 Ways to boost engagement In your small group. Tune in to gain better insight into leading your church.

How to Leverage Easter to Double Church Giving

Check out Tithe.ly's Content Lead, Paul Maxwell, advice on how to leverage Easter to double church giving. Tune in to help your church grow during this season.

Why Church Growth Plateaus (And How the Few Break Through It)

Why do churches plateau? In this episode of Modern Church Leader, Paul Maxwell, shares why church growth plateaus and how the few break through it.

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Caroline Morris

Caroline Morris serves as the Marketing Content Producer and has been a part of the Tithely team for over 5 years. Her heart is to see the growth of generosity in the local church. Caroline lives in Tennessee with her husband, Tim, and Golden Retriever, Hank.

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Church planting can be a fulfilling endeavor that brings growth, blessing, and an increase of God’s kingdom to new communities. But church planting can also be one of the most challenging works that any church leader will face. If you're serious about planting a church, you must invest in complete knowledge that will allow the seeds you plant to bear fruit.

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January 9, 2023

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December 29, 2022

How to Say Thank You to Your Year-End Giving Donors

Your end-of-year giving campaign doesn’t end on December 31st. When your timeline for giving ends, you’ll want to follow up with donors after they’ve made generous contributions.

December 19, 2022

A Plan To Help You and Your Church Hedge Against Inflation

Pastors, we know when we give back to God a portion of what He has blessed us with, we are affirming our trust in Him. He is faithful to provide for us, and through our generosity, we can be assured that He will continue to do so during these uncertain times.

December 15, 2022

How to Reach and Retain More Families During Christmas and Easter

Here's how to reach more families during one of your biggest opportunities of the year: Christmas.

December 14, 2022

Starting A Church In Your Home

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December 13, 2022

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November 26, 2022

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November 18, 2022

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October 11, 2022

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September 22, 2022

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As with all nonprofits, churches need to work with a bank so they can receive donations, store funds, and purchase goods and services that the church needs. To ensure smooth financial operations, you need to choose the best bank for nonprofit organizations – one that is experienced with religious organizations.

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August 30, 2022

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“Let your conversation be seasoned with salt.” We should always be prepared to give an account of how Jesus has changed our lives. And in regard to a church setting, constantly reflecting on how we can better reach the un-churched for God’s Kingdom. Why? Because most non-Christians don’t read the Bible. They are reading you like a book, every day. Even if they don’t realize it. Even when YOU don’t realize it. Why is that important to know? We share some helpful insights in the newest blog post below.

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October 25, 2021

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October 19, 2021

How to Create a Stronger Bible-Reading Routine

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October 12, 2021

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Most church leaders want to build communities that last, with members that stick with them through thick and thin. Without commitment and consistency from members, the church remains more of an event or activity than an actual community.In the following article, we’ll talk about how to build a culture of commitment and consistency at your church–putting down deep roots, helping people to become more like Jesus, and even seeing lasting change in your community at large.

September 14, 2021

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September 9, 2021

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February 25, 2021

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February 22, 2021

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A Short Guide to Inductive BIble Study

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February 8, 2021

A Primer on the Not-So-Minor Minor Prophets

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January 28, 2021

Church Communications: A Biblical Guide

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January 25, 2021

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January 11, 2021

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December 16, 2020

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September 21, 2020

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The Ultimate Guide to Digital Connect Cards

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August 24, 2020

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August 21, 2020

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August 21, 2020

Church Staff Salaries Guide With Real Numbers

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August 21, 2020

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Show notes

This week on Modern Church Leader, we spoke with one of the top 10 fastest growing churches, shared giving appeal advice, and small group engagement tips. Also, be sure to check out Tithe.ly’s COO, Frank Barry, interview with Tony Manning, executive pastor of Berean Baptist Church in Minneapolis, MN, and how their church is being the church amidst COVID-19 and civic unrest.

How a Top 10 Fastest-Growing Church Keeps Generosity at the Forefront During COVID-19

Berean Baptist Church was named one of the Top 10 Fastest Growing Churches by Outreach Magazine, and like most churches during this season, they have been forced to move all of their services online. But that hasn't slowed them down.

Today, we're talking with Executive Pastor Tony Manning from Berean Baptist Church about how they've navigated the topic of giving and generosity during the COVID-19 Outbreak and continued to thrive through amazing generosity.

How to Preach a Giving Appeal from the Book of Matthew

On Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly CEO Dean Sweetman explains the mechanics of how to preach a compelling and successful giving appeal from the book of Matthew.

7 Ways to Boost Engagement in Your Small Group

On this episode of Modern Church Leader, Tithe.ly's Content Lead, Paul Maxwell, shares the 7 Ways to boost engagement In your small group. Tune in to gain better insight into leading your church.

How to Leverage Easter to Double Church Giving

Check out Tithe.ly's Content Lead, Paul Maxwell, advice on how to leverage Easter to double church giving. Tune in to help your church grow during this season.

Why Church Growth Plateaus (And How the Few Break Through It)

Why do churches plateau? In this episode of Modern Church Leader, Paul Maxwell, shares why church growth plateaus and how the few break through it.

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