
The only podcast created for volunteers and everyday leaders in smaller congregations, this show embraces small church ministry as a place where God is already at work. Founder of Small Church Ministry and the Small Church Network, Laurie J. Graham shares why small churches matter—not as a scaled-down version of something bigger, but as powerful communities with their own unique strengths. Each ep... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 208 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureReligion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||

This final episode in the finance series is a gentle reminder that the weight of your church’s future was never meant to sit on your shoulders.
We talk about the very real year-end stress small churches feel, how Jesus measures ministry differently... more
Money conversations in small churches get tense for reasons that go way deeper than dollars - fear, pressure, old stories, and unspoken roles all show up at the table.
In this episode, we talk honestly about why finances can feel so emotional and h... more
Most small-church budgets weren’t really created; they just grew over time. Leftovers from last year, assumptions from a decade ago, and line items no one can quite explain anymore.
And when a budget is shaped by nostalgia, fear, or “what we used t... more
This episode unpacks one of the most misunderstood issues in small churches: declining giving.
It’s not that people have stopped being generous - generosity is everywhere. The real challenge is that many churches have slowly lost the connection bet... more
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Laurie , I have learned so much from your church finance series! I am “just” a volunteer so I really didn’t think it applied to me but I’m so glad I listened. What resonated most is that Jesus is alive in my congregation and He is holding His church together the non-profit side is not as important yet it gets a lot of attention. It’s really a mindset shift that has been so welcome to me I can’t wait to share it with others. God bless you and your ministry!
I have gained so much insight, hope and encouragement from your podcasts. I just finished listening to episode 187 and was so lifted and encouraged from it. It’s sometimes difficult to see the positive in situations while your knee deep in them. Thank you!
Thank you so much Laurie for this Podcast. I was guilty of that, not I told others but I definitely thought that of others. With the help of God I will no longer think that of others and think grace and love towards them. Thank you for helping this recovering Pharisee.
I appreciate Laurie’s experience and unique perspective
I found the Small Church Ministry FB page a couple of years ago and have seen a few updates since. I even purchased one of the online conferences last year and was unable to watch so I have the download which I haven’t made time to watch yet either. I do commute almost an hour to and from work daily and listen to several of my favorite Christian podcasters while in the car. A few days ago it occurred to me that there may be a Small Church Ministry podcast so I did a search and have not stopped... more
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Aimed at volunteers and leaders in smaller congregations, the content explores the unique strengths and challenges of small church ministry. Key topics include practical solutions to common issues, financial stewardship, community outreach, and the importance of mental health within church contexts. The conversational style blends encouragement and actionable advice, crafted from years of personal experience in various ministry roles. Listeners can expect discussions around fostering genuine relationships in small churches, navigating pastoral transitions, and understanding the emotional realities associated with running these unique community centers.
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