This week on the show, Josh & Stan discuss one of Josh's recent blog posts: "Five Practical and Innovative Ways You Can Encourage Your Social Media Audience." Josh writes regularly on Church Communications at The Josh Givens Blog. You can find all of his content at: jdgivens.com Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss six specific strengths of the small church: Community specificity and awarenessEasier to direct and inspire Travel light Budget adjustable Closer fellowship happens faster.Conflicts can be resolved faster.Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan is joined by close friend Colin Campbell to discuss all things discipleship. Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss the essential differences between trendiness and traditionalism in the Local Church At Large. We'll also touch on why churches today must evidence a willingness to adapt and change with the culture while simultaneously adhering to truth and core doctrine. Links mentioned in this episode: 614ministries.org Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss what should — and shouldn't — make a church attractive and why we so often get lost in focusing on external/physical elements. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: "It" by Craig Groeschel available at: craiggroeschel.com/books/itSupport the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

Stan sits down for a chat via Zoom with Dr. Mike Rubino, pastor of Cornerstone Bible Church in Port Jeff Station, NY. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Text "thrive" to 631-201-5520 for access to Mike, his team and their resources. Cornerstone Bible ChurchSupport the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan chats with Pastor Glenn Fussell of Harvest Time Church of God in Douglas, Georgia. Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

Links and resources mentioned in this episode: 95network.org 95 Network Podcast95 Network Online Store"Stalled: Help and Hope For Pastors Who Thought They'd Be There By Now" Dale's Unexpected Sabbatical & Reflections — Episode 91Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh dive into four ways that pastors can stay in the game and not give up even when ministry and pastoral life become overwhelming. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: https://614ministries.org/who-we-are/our-teamSupport the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss a specific aspect of church revitalization by drawing from some lessons in Nehemiah. Resources and links mentioned in this episode:https://northsidemobile.org/messagesSupport the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

Stan and Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post which focuses on how to keep Church Communications ministry efforts very simple, particularly within the small church sphere. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: The Josh Givens Blog "Keeping Church Comms Simple" Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss what they gleaned from their time in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado as they spent time with Pastor Karl Vaters, several other small church leaders, and an amazing team from Compassion International. Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

Stan & Josh interview Branden Rogers, lead pastor of Midway Baptist Church in Lucedale, MS and Ryan Lantaff, assistant pastor at Northside Bible Church in Mobile, AL. Pastor Branden operates The Anchor, a faith-based transition home (discipleship home) and Pastor Ryan is the founder and executive director of Agape Life Gardens. Throughout the episode, the guys discuss: The history of each respective discipleship home. What discipleship homes are and how they work. The benefits of discipleship homes for the local church. The difference between discipleship homes and transition homes.Much, much more. Links: Agape Life GardensAnchor MinistriesSupport the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post and examine the ministry relationship between church communicators and pastors — a relationship that they both share and understand. Things get even more fun and interesting when you toss a father & son relationship into the mix!Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss the two key questions that pastors and church leaders should be able to answer about their churches: What are people saying about your church in the community? What the people of your church speaking into the community? Links and resources mentioned in this episode:Life On Mission: lifeonmissionbook.comSupport the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show, Josh breaks down the nuts and bolts of the marketing and branding world and how and why they can and should apply to the Local Church. The episode also covers a few church marketing tips, thoughts, and strategies, including: Having someone in place to handle marketing for your church.Using your website to promote the Gospel and Jesus.Leveraging your church's social media platforms to guide people toward Jesus. Using humor. Telling stories about real life change.Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss three core elements that should be evident in every healthy Local Church: People striving for holiness. People becoming less selfish. Leadership focused on discipleship and training others for ministry. Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post and take a deep dive into some practical church social media management tips. Topics discussed include: Keeping your social media pages and profiles clean and professional. Highlighting your volunteers. Using recurring posts. EngagementNot comparing yourself to or being intimidated by the competition. Authenticity Humor Brevity Not feeling the need to be everywhere at once. Storytelling Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan discusses eight keys to lowering the trauma impact of conflict within your church as seen through Nehemiah 4:7-23. Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss what can happen when The Blame Game erupts within church leadership, particularly with the context of declining churches. Episode also includes how a church can move away from brokenness and toward rebuilding. Support the showBe sure to follow 6.14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuildInstagram: @614rebuildTwitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org