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EPISODE · Jun 19, 2026 · 7 MIN

The Faithful Few: The Pastor's Summer Advantage You're Missing

from The Healthy Church Staff Podcast

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades encourages church staff to see the summer 'slump' as a prime opportunity to build and strengthen relationships with the most committed members of their congregation. Instead of viewing summer as a downtime to scale back efforts, staff should invest time in the 'faithful few' who continue to show up, building deeper connections that will benefit the church when attendance increases in the fall. • Summer is perceived as a downtime for churches with low attendance and volunteer shortages. • Many church staff use summer for light work or planning but overlook relational opportunities. • The 'faithful few' who attend during summer are highly committed and form the backbone of the church. • Summer provides a chance to build deeper relationships and convert volunteers into partners. • Investing in the faithful few can lead to a more engaged and motivated congregation in the fall. • Ignoring summer opportunities can lead to a loss of influence within the church staff.Have questions or comments?  Send to [email protected] sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts.- - - - - Is Your Church Hiring?If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help.Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role?If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

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In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades encourages church staff to see the summer 'slump' as a prime opportunity to build and strengthen relationships with the most committed members of their congregation. Instead of viewing summer as a downtime to scale back efforts, staff should invest time in the 'faithful few' who continue to show up, building deeper connections that will benefit the church when attendance increases in the fall. • Summer is perceived as a downtim...

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