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Church Talk TV
by Bill & Kris Tenny-Brittian
The church in North American appears to be in a bit of trouble. Let’s face it, it doesn’t have the greatest reputation; it’s been losing as many as a million members a year; and it doesn’t look like much is going change any time soon. Indeed, there are those who have predicted that the demise of the church is at hand. Not so. Drs. Bill Tenny-Brittian and Kris Tenny-Brittian have been working with churches for years, helping them become faithful disciple-making congregations. Their consultations and training events bring hope to beleaguered church leaders and renewed energy to congregations as they make a commitment to transforming lives. And now Drs. Kris and Bill are taking to the airwaves again. Each show features a conversation about topics that make a difference to the church: leadership, disciple-making, evangelism, what’s working, what’s not, and much much more. Join them for ChurchTalk and help change your church, your community, and your world.
Episodes
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The Keys to Keeping Your Visitors
Jump into the art of visitor retention with Bill T-B in this week’s Catalytic Conversation. Discover practical strategies to transform first-time guests into engaged community members. Learn the secrets behind making meaningful connections, ensuring every newcomer feels valued. Join us on…
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Hospitality That Converts: Turning First-Time Visitors into Returning Guests
Welcome to the Growing Church Network Catalytic Conversations podcast with host Bill Tenney-Britton. In this episode Bill explains why hospitality is the crucial factor in turning first-time visitors into returning guests, especially during the holiday season. He covers the importance of web...
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Build Your Church's Reputation in the Community
Sure, "Everyone" knows who you are ... or at least knows what your church is all about. Right? Probably not. In fact, you'd be surprised how little your community knows about your church, even if you're highly visible in your community. And there's a great way to test that ... and once you know…
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Is Your Church Living a Lie? Discovering True Values
Join us for another lively conversation with Drs. Kris and Bill as they uncover the real priorities driving your church. They’ll explore how to spot the difference between what you say you value and what you actually prioritize. Using practical exercises and biblical examples, they’ll reveal your...
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Cooking Up a Transition: From Chaplaincy to Transformation
The vast majority of churches in the United States seem to have embraced the model of congregational chaplaincy. The church hired the pastor to take care of the flock. The problem with that model is that it's not biblical and it guarantees that the church will decline to the point that it must...
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The Event Creation Workshop
It's that time of year when planning summer, fall, and event winter events is upon us. Instead of creating events that only a few neighbors attend, and virtually nobody shows up for worship as a result, Drs. Kris and Bill will show you how to create events that will allow your neighbors and…
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Reach and Impressions – Make Them Count
If you are a marketing pro, you already know the difference between Impressions and reach. Impressions are the number of times a particular ad is displayed, and reach is the number of people who connected with that ad in some meaningful way. When it comes to the church, the effectiveness of your...
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Getting Started … Growing Churches
Ever wonder why so many church growth initiatives fail? It's because there's a lack of strategy in most of them. In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill have a lively conversation about The core strategy that it takes to grow a church today.
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Fail Forward or Fail: A Ministry Post-Mortem
How do you define “Ministry Failure”? Too often, it’s not defined at all, so “dead” ministries are still in operation months and years after they should have been gently “put down.” In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill look at ministry failure, how to diagnose it, and how to learn from it.
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It's Not a Fairy Tale ... Church Growth Is Possible
Too many church leaders look at growing churches in their community as if they were the enemy ... or as if there was some secret sauce, a magical spell, or a potent pill that made the growth happen. "What do they have that we don't have?" Believe it or not, it's not the smoke machine, rock band,...
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Team Work Makes the Dream Work
Christianity is not and never has been a solo sport. There is no Christianity without the church. Similarly, church leadership is not a solo sport. There is no church without a team – or teams. However, in most churches, there is some serious role confusion about what church leadership is all...
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First Impressions Last: Build a Reputation with Your Guests
Drs. Kris and Bill engage in an insightful conversation about the vital role of church hospitality in their podcast, "First Impressions Last: Securing a Second Visit." They explore surprising statistics that reveal low retention rates for first-time church visitors and discuss the psychology…
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Beyond the Blur: Strategies for a Focused Church Future
If you have a blurry vision, your church will have a bleak future. It amazes us how often we see the deer in the headlights look from church members when we ask, "What is your vision for the future of this church?" A church without a unified and compelling vision is a church that is going nowhere...
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From Slogan to Strategy: Your Mission Statement Matters
Join Drs. Kris and Bill as they dive into the crucial topic of crafting an effective church mission statement. They’ll explore what sets a great mission statement apart, how to anchor it in biblical principles, and how to make it a living, guiding force for your church. Discover the power of a...
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From Pews to Zoos: Your Church Decision Makers
Every church has more than its fair share of bullies – I call them Rats in my Herding Cats book. The truth is, it only takes one to make life on earth a bit of hell for the pastor and for those who are trying to lead the church in Mission fulfillment. However, ultimately the bullies aren't the…
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Visitor Retention 101
It’s a perpetual problem. A visitor manages to make their way to your worship service, but before you can make a real connection, they’ve darted out the door without a word to anybody. TRUTH: If you can’t retain your guests, you can’t grow your church. In this week’s episode, Drs. Kris and Bill...
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The Art of Transformative Sermons
Join Drs. Kris and Bill for a lively conversation on crafting sermons that resonate deeply, presenting simple solutions to complex problems, and embedding actionable calls to action for transformative impacts. Discover the 10 things your sermon must and must not have to transform lives today.
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Maximize Your Sermon's Impact with AI
Every week, you sweat bullets to create a sermon that invites your church members and guests to live a transformed life. But studies have shown, all that work you've done is little more than a foggy memory by Monday and forgotten completely by Tuesday. This week, Drs. Bill and Kris are doing...
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Elevate Your Church's SQ ... It's Spirituality Quotient
The stats are in and they're not pretty. 53% of US Churches have not yet reached their pre-COVID numbers (Hartford Research, 2024) and 66% of US Churches are in some state of decline. And to that the recent report that pastors (and by extension, churches) are falling lower in the "We Trust You"...
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Effective Leadership Selection: “Chose Wisely”
Quick question: you've been tasked with finding a new church treasurer. Which of the following traits will you prioritize in the selection process? (1) Experience in Accounting; (2) Longevity as a Church Member; (3) Church Giving History; (4) Personal Spiritual Practices; (5) Financial Education....
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Three Easter Dilemmas
Easter's coming ... the busiest, most stressful time of the year for most pastors. Let's face it, there's a lot on the line – it's likely the best attended worship service you'll have all year! But then comes the let-down: the week after Easter when none of those visitors return. In this episode,...
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E-I AI Oh: Ministry and ChatGPT
Artificial Intelligence is here ... and it looks like it's here to stay. But is that a GOOD thing, especially in the church? Rumors are that some pastors are letting the "godless" cloud-based computers to write their sermons for them. This week, Drs. Kris and Bill share what they've learned about...
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The Role of Today's Successful Lead Pastor
There are very few jobs in today's world that are more demanding and frustrating and demeaning and ultimately fulfilling than that of a church's Lead Pastor. In this episode of ChurchTalk TV, Drs. Kris and Bill have a lively conversation about what it means to be a "successful" lead pastor ...…
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The Offering Plate Shuffle: The Dance to Generous Giving
This week, join Drs. Kris and Bill for an engaging and insightful discussion on revolutionizing church giving. This episode is packed with dynamic strategies, from harnessing the magnetic power of storytelling to demystifying transparent budgets, all aimed at igniting a culture of generosity.…
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Get Unbusy … So You Can Get Right-Busy
We get so tired of hearing pastors tell us how busy they are, but when we ask them what's keeping them busy, it's the wrong kind of busy. If you're too busy maintaining the status quo, putting out fires, chasing shiny squirrels, or playing Pastor Fetch, then you won't want to miss this episode....
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2024 Community-Centric Church Planning for Real Impact
Join Drs. Kris and Bill as they guide you through setting clear, impactful goals for 2024, understanding your community's needs, and aligning your church's plans with these aspirations. Discover how to shape your church's future to maximize your church's community impact. Tune in for practical,...
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Missed Marks – The Ministry Failure Post Mortem
In this insightful episode of Church Talk, Drs. Kris and Bill engage in a lively conversation about the critical lessons learned from ministry failures – and what you can do about them. They delve into the importance of clear goal-setting, the intricacies of leadership selection, and the impact…
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The Great Worship Juggling Act: Reaching the Generations in Your Church
Join Drs. Kris and Bill as they delve into the art of creating worship experiences that resonate across generations. They'll explore the unique preferences of the Silent Generation to Gen Z, discuss strategies for blending traditional and contemporary worship styles, and tackle the challenges of...
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Reimagining Your Church’s Christmas Eve
Join Drs. Kris and Bill as they Dive into 'Christmas Reimagined: Spirituality, Nostalgia, and Community' on their latest podcast episode. Discover innovative ways for churches to harness the festive spirit, connecting deeply with both congregants and the broader community. We'll explore reviving...
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Navigating Personal and Church Visions: A Leader’s Guide
Discover the crucial balance between personal and church visions in our latest 'Church Talk' podcast. Join Drs. Kris and Bill for a lively conversation as they delve into the importance of distinguishing these visions, the transformative power of a personal vision for pastors, and strategies for...
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The Power of Dream Teams Unleashed
Dive into the dynamic world of church leadership in the latest lively conversation with Drs. Kris and Bill Tenny-Brittian. This episode sizzles with insightful discussions about the indispensable Dream Teams every church needs to thrive. Unpack the pivotal roles of the Ministry, Administration…
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From Church Mouse to Lion: Hear Your Signature Ministries Roar
Join Drs. Kris and Bill in a lively conversation as they delve into the transformative power of a signature ministry. Discover how this focused approach can foster growth, strengthen community bonds, and carve out a church's unique identity. Learn the steps to amplify your church's impact and...
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From Fish to Faith: Why Numbers Are a Church’s Best Friend
In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill have a lively discussion about a topic often overlooked but crucial to church growth—numbers. From their divine significance in the Bible to key metrics in modern churches, this episode promises to be both enlightening and actionable.
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The 4D Blueprint for Sustainable Church Growth
Join Drs. Kris and Bill T-B for a 30-minute power session on the Four Key Strategies that are game-changers for church growth. Dive into Invite, Connect, Disciple, and Send strategies, and walk away with actionable tips. Don't miss this roadmap to transform your church and community. Tune in and...
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3+ Tools To Keep Focused On the Mission
One of the key reasons that churches don't grow is because the pastor is distracted by all sorts of other, non-mission focused, tasks. There is simply so much Ministry that needs to be done, and there are only so many hours in each day. In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill share some tools you can...
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The Avatar Creation Strategy Your Church Can’t Ignore
Don't miss our next episode of ChurchTalk.TV where we'll dive into the transformative power of Outreach Avatars for church growth. We'll explore why understanding your target audience is crucial, break down the elements of an effective Outreach Avatar, and share real-world success stories that...
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Connect With Your Guests To Keep Them Coming Back
The number one hospitality faux pas, as reported by first-time visitors, is that "Nobody spoke to me." Of course, most of the time that's not really accurate. Someone probably said, "Good morning" as the guest walked from front door to the pews. Instead, what the visitor is really saying is, "No...
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Holiday Planning For Maximum Outreach
Don't let another holiday season pass you by with the same old, same old. It's time to shift gears and supercharge your outreach like never before! Join Drs. Kris and Bill for an eye-opening discussion that will transform how you approach the holidays. Discover actionable strategies to not just...
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The Church’s Unwritten Rules: Why Covenants Are Game-Changers
Ever walked into a church that felt more like a battlefield than a sanctuary? You're not alone. Debilitating conflict can turn any congregation into a spiritual war zone, leaving members disheartened and leaders burnt out. But what if there was a way to prevent these church skirmishes before they...
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The Spiritual Habit of Encouragement
Hebrews 3:13 reminds us to encourage one-another daily. Daily. Meaning every day. But when was the last time someone from your church picked up the phone and called you just to ask how they could pray for you? Or how they could help you in your spiritual walk? In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill...
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Three Things that Keep Small Churches Small
Almost every church – regardless of size – "says" that it wants to grow. If a church is large, or even medium-sized, you probably have the resources so that if you're not growing much, no one's hit Panic Mode yet. That's not the case for many – if not most – small churches. And when a small…
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Three To Do’s for Increasing Your Visitor Count
(Not Great Audio ... Tech Issues ... sorry!) Let's be clear ... It's really hard to grow a church when few visitors show up. And the truth is, if you've been depending on your members to do the inviting – well, you can see how well that's working for you. In this episode – and the next two – Dr....
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Sustainably Funding the Church Today
There's always more ministry than money. That's not just an inconvenience, it's an axiom that that's true for tiny churches and for mega-churches. This week, Drs. Kris and Bill spend time with Karen Houghton, the CEO of Infinite Giving to talk about what it looks like to sustainably fund church...
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Why Your Church Growth Tools Aren’t Growing Your Church
If you're a church leader, you've almost certainly read a church growth book or four. You've gone to conferences. You've listened to the podcasts and read the blogs. But still, your church isn't growing. Believe it or not, the problem isn't the tools. And the problem probably isn't you OR your...
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Getting Your Vision Done
Goal setting seems to be a foreign concept for most people – pastors included. And a leader without goals isn't really leading ... they're just marking time. In this lively episode, Drs. Kris and Bill have a conversation about vision, goal setting, and getting it done.
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Why Isn’t the Church Inspiring Culture Anymore?
There's really no doubt. The church has largely last any influence it used to have on our culture. Doubtless, there are a lot of reasons for this – and this week, Drs. Kris and Bill have a particularly lively discussion on one of the key reasons the church's influence on culture has waned.
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Stop Visitors From Ghosting You
Are Your First-Time Visitors Ghosting You? In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill have a lively conversation about Best Practices to hang on to your visitors.
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Why Don’t People Want to Go to Church Anymore?
This week, Drs. Bill and Kris have a lively conversation about the cultural phenomenon ...it seems like no one wants to go to church anymore. Ever wonder why?
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Creating Personal Spiritual Retreats
Need some deep and meaningful God-Time and don't know where to start? In this episode, Drs. Kris and Bill have a lively conversation about how to design your own personal spiritual retreat.
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Turning Church Event Guests into Sunday Church Visitors
Churches host events that are designed to get those in the community involved with the church. Trunk-or-Treat, Easter Egg Hunts, Back to School Festivals, and Vacation Bible School. But are these events effective in turning event guests into Sunday morning visitors? For most churches, that answer...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The church in North American appears to be in a bit of trouble. Let’s face it, it doesn’t have the greatest reputation; it’s been losing as many as a million members a year; and it doesn’t look like much is going change any time soon. Indeed, there are those who have predicted that the demise of the church is at hand. Not so. Drs. Bill Tenny-Brittian and Kris Tenny-Brittian have been working with churches for years, helping them become faithful disciple-making congregations. Their consultations and training events bring hope to beleaguered church leaders and renewed energy to congregations as they make a commitment to transforming lives. And now Drs. Kris and Bill are taking to the airwaves again. Each show features a conversation about topics that make a difference to the church: leadership, disciple-making, evangelism, what’s working, what’s not, and much much more. Join them for ChurchTalk and help change your church, your community, and your world.
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The church in North American appears to be in a bit of trouble. Let’s face it, it doesn’t have the greatest reputation; it’s been losing as many as a million members a year; and it doesn’t look like much is going change any time soon. Indeed, there are those who have predicted that the demise of...
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