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The Small Church Ministry Podcast

Laurie Graham
Small Churches
Children's Ministry
Community Engagement
Small Church Ministry
Burnout
Church Health
Youth Ministry
Emotional Health
Volunteer Environments
Ministry Capacity
Church Ministry
Relationships
Personal Healing
Discipleship
Intergenerational Ministry
Wellness In Ministry
Burnout In Church
Mother's Day
Empathy
Community Building

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

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Latest Episodes

In Mistake #6 of Stop Doing This to Volunteers: Top Mistakes Our Churches Are Making, we rethink recruitment altogether. Instead of building programs and then scrambling to fill roles, what if our people shaped our ministry? 

This episode explores t... more

This episode in Stop Doing This to Volunteers: Top Mistakes Our Churches Are Making looks at how we unintentionally sideline volunteers before they even begin. 

We’ve been taught in leadership to make plans first and ask for help later. Turns out, t... more

In Stop Doing This to Volunteers: Top Mistakes Our Churches Are Making, we’re talking about meetings - and how they often do more harm than good. 

We say we value people’s time, but when we gather by default instead of by necessity, purpose, or enga... more

In this episode of Stop Doing This to Volunteers: Top Mistakes Our Churches Are Making, we talk about something subtle but powerful: the way our language and posture shape culture. 

When we treat people like “just volunteers,” we reinforce hierarchy... more

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Leslie Kons
Founder of Studio Cons and experienced church musician with a 25-year history serving small churches.
Studio Cons
Episode: 215: The Digital Ministry Your Small Church Is Already Doing (And How to Do It Better) | with Leslie Kons
Traci Mason
A woman in the south suburbs of Chicago, married to a pastor and leading a ministry that encourages women.
Lady First Ministry of Encouragement
Episode: 213: The Church Women Who Shape Our Faith (Without Ever Holding a Title) | with Traci Mason
Jessica Francavilla
Mother, pastor, speaker, and artist
Local church in Williamsburg, Virginia
Episode: 212: What Women Really Need (And Why Church Programs Keep Missing It) | with Jessica Francavilla
Abigail Doust
A ministry leader and volunteer with a passion for facilitating deeper conversations and connections among women in small churches.
Episode: 211: What Actually Works in Ministry With Women | with Abigail Doust
Kati Quigley
Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in trauma
Episode: 201: Do No Harm - What Churches Can Do to Support Real Healing | with Licensed Therapist Kati Quigley
Ruth Popkin
Pastor and police chaplain in Indiana, advocate for community outreach
Small Church in Northwest Indiana
Episode: 199: Church Spotlight: A Really Free Market - How One Small Church Is Reaching Its Community | with Ruth A. Popkin
Kari Bartkus
Served on her church's pastoral transition team and speaker with a passion for teaching about the Bible.
Episode: 198: Navigating Pastoral Transition Without Losing Your Peace (or Your People)
Ebonie Mukasa
Deep, intentional change advocate with extensive ministry experience.
Episode: 195: "We’ve Always Done It This Way." The Small Church Lie That Keeps Us Stuck | with Ebonie Mukasa
Kristen Joy Humiston
Therapist and ministry coach
Small Church Ministry
Episode: 194: Pastor. Pastor’s Wife. Volunteer. Leader. Are We Really That Different? | with Kristen Joy Humiston

Host

Laurie Graham
Host of The Small Church Ministry Podcast; founder of Small Church Ministry and the Small Church Network; experienced in volunteer leadership and church leadership dynamics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 153 ratings
  • Full of helpful insights

    So appreciate all the useful information on so many different topics that these podcasts cover. Small church leaders have such a wide range of things included in their responsibilities and this resource is priceless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrandmaQuincy
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahSlo
    United States3 months ago
  • Thank you for addressing some hard issues!

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alynn 97
    United States6 months ago
  • Stop Labeling People As Uncommitted

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A recovering Pharisee
    United States7 months ago
  • So helpful!

    I appreciate Laurie’s experience and unique perspective

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C. Haar
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance for small-church leaders.
Praise for mix of interviews and real-world strategies.
Fans value Laurie's authentic, encouraging leadership perspective.
Many appreciate discussions on burnout and volunteer engagement.
Listeners often mention feeling hopeful and supported by the community.

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217: Mistake #2: Making Their Jobs Easier For Them | Church Volunteer Series
Q: What do you want to start doing, stop doing, or do differently as a result of this episode?
Perhaps consider the significance of your role and seek more meaningful engagements rather than just easy tasks.
213: The Church Women Who Shape Our Faith (Without Ever Holding a Title) | with Traci Mason
Q: How can we better see and connect with the individuals in our church community?
By being intentional in our approach and making the effort to really notice the people around us, we can find opportunities to serve and reach out—in small, meaningful ways.
213: The Church Women Who Shape Our Faith (Without Ever Holding a Title) | with Traci Mason
Q: What is the significance of women in ministry who don't hold formal titles?
Women can make a profound impact on faith and community without titles by being present, supportive, and actively encouraging others, embodying what ministry truly means in serving God and His people.
206: Rethinking Your Church Budget: From Scarcity to a Story of Possibility | Church Finance Series (Part 4)
Q: What story does our budget tell about who we think we are?
The church budget reflects our priorities and serves as a narrative about our community's mission and values.
201: Do No Harm - What Churches Can Do to Support Real Healing | with Licensed Therapist Kati Quigley
Q: So what can the church do?
The church can introduce healing tools and create healthier spaces by recognizing their own triggers and allowing open conversations about discomfort among members.

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What is The Small Church Ministry Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, faith-forward show focused on leadership, volunteers, and sustainability in small churches. Episodes explore how to value volunteers, design meaningful roles, and tackle burnout with real-world prompts, interviews, and strategy for ministry teams. A standout angle is treating digital presence, fundraising, and outreach as integral, relatable ministry rather than side tasks, often framing challenges through the lens of small-church realities with actionable takeaways.

Noteworthy qualities include a consistent emphasis on authentic relationships, equitable volunteer partnerships, and a holistic view of church health that blends leadership wisdom with spiritual encouragement. This combination makes it especially helpful for pasto... more

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2. Traci Mason
3. Jessica Francavilla
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5. Kati Quigley
6. Ruth Popkin
7. Kari Bartkus
8. Ebonie Mukasa

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