Rescuing Churches with Stan Givens
A weekly discussion on church revitalization and pastoral life with 6:14 Ministries founder and Executive Director Stan Givens.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 30 minutes
- Episodes
- 173
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
On Misconceptions About Church
Today on the show, Stan and Josh discuss four common misconceptions that people — including pastors, elders, and ministry volunteers — often have about "the church."
- People don't want to come.
- The chu…
On Being An Effective Church Communications Director
Josh discusses his latest blog post, outlining five attributes that make up effective church communication ministers:
- An unparalleled ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and work well under p…
On Building A Healthy Base Through Leadership
If you're a pastor longing for your church to have a healthy foundation, there are five things that you can do as you work toward this goal. Stan and Josh will expand upon all of these in today's epi…
On Pastoral Discouragement
As recent as May 2020, Barna Research found that:
- 3/10 pastors (31%) say they’re struggling w/ their emotional wellbeing.
- 26% admit to struggling w/ their relational wellbeing.
- Over half admit to bein…
A Conversation On Rural Ministry (with Brian Marchant)
Stan and Josh chat with Pastor Brian Marchant of Poplar Arbor Church in Doerun, Georgia about the dynamics of shepherding a small church in a rural community.
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Answering Questions We're Often Asked
In this episode, Stan and Josh sit down for a conversation on questions people often ask about 6.14 Ministries and how church revitalization works.
Links mentioned in this episode:
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On The Importance of Men's Ministry
Healthy churches have healthy men's ministries. But how do we go about establishing one and why are they so essential?
Stan and Josh chat about the current state of our culture and just how important…
On Guarding The Treasures of the Church
In this episode of Rescuing Churches, Stan & Josh discuss the need to guard the Gospel, the leadership, and the flock and how that works within the model of a healthy church.
Resources mentioned in t…
On How To Digitally Enhance Your Pastor's Sermon
In general, human beings are visual creatures that engage better with content when they have something on which they can focus besides the speaker. In this episode, Stan and Josh discuss one of Josh'…
On Why Rest Matters For Pastors
In this episode of Rescuing Churches, Stan & Josh talk about the importance of pastors being well-rested.
Links mentioned in this episode:
COVID-19 Conversations: Many Pastors Are Tired, Overwhelmed …
On What To Do When Your Church Is In Decline: Part 2
This week on the show, Stan and Josh follow-up on last week's discussion by looking at five practical things pastors can do to create positive energy in their churches as they navigate the gloom asso…
On What To Do When Your Church Is In Decline: Part 1
Stan and Josh discuss six things pastors can do to get through the gloom associated with church decline.
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On What Is The Focus of Preaching?
Links mentioned in this episode:
How To Prepare A Sermon Series
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On The Value of Church Social Media Managers
Josh discusses his recent blog post on church social media managers, detailing four reasons why this role is essential, particularly in the midst of COVID.
Articles referenced in this episode:
Church …
On How Church Should Work
Stan and Josh follow up on last week's dialogue by discussing the biblical model for healthy church functionality as seen through the Church At Thessaloniki (specifically seen in 1 Thessalonians 1:6-…
A Conversation On The Awe Factor of The Church
Stan and Josh discuss the three different types of "awes" churches should exhibit to their local communities as seen through the context of the early Church in Acts 2.
"Faith Under Fire" by Andrew Wh…
Why Storytelling Matters
Josh discusses his recent blog post "Why Storytelling Matters Even In Small Church Marketing," touching on some practical ways churches can connect with their audiences through digital and social med…
A Conversation About Church Revitalization And 6.14 Ministries
Stan and Josh discuss the various types of church revitalization, while also clarifying what revitalization is NOT. Other topics include pastor-to-pastor counseling, coaching, and how 6.14 Ministries…
On Entertainment, Expectations, And Excellence At Church
Stan and Josh discuss the need for churches to ensure that their worship services honor and glorify God in the midst of a culture that seeks entertainment value. Other topics include generational dif…
On The Health of The Local Church
Stan and Josh discuss why the Church At Large must rely on the "one another" passages from Scripture, particularly as pastors and churches continue to navigate the current craziness of the ongoing CO…