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Why Weekly Church Attendance Needs to Be the Norm

Thom S. Rainer
Founder

I don’t hear many church leaders advocating weekly worship attendance of their church members. They do not want to be legalistic.  They do not want to suggest church should come before entertainment, sports, and sleeping in. Perhaps some of them do not want to hold themselves to the same level of expectations and accountability. It’s...

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9 Big Mistakes College Graduates Make | Guest: Matt Morvay

April 28, 2025
Podcast Episode #358

College graduates—avoid these financial mistakes! Start your financial journey on the right foot by steering clear of nine common pitfalls discussed by Art and Matt in this episode. Plus, they tackle a listener’s question: How can you surprise your spouse with a gift when you share joint accounts?

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Rainer on Leadership

The Burge Report: Does Homeschooling Change the Political and Religious Views of Children?

April 28, 2025
Podcast Episode #919

We've all heard the stereotypes of homeschooled children. But what does the data say? Ryan Burge joins Sam on the show to discuss the facts. The co-hosts also discuss implications for the church.

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Rainer on Leadership

A Checklist for Making Your First Hire in the Church

April 24, 2025
Podcast Episode #918

Most pastors go through the process of hiring someone to help them minister to the church. What should you do for your first hire? Josh and Sam walk through a helpful checklist.

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Thom S. Rainer
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Imagine never worrying about buying a small group or Sunday school curriculum again. Join our live webinar on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern, and learn how your church can access 14 high-quality courses (expanding soon to 20, then 50!) for just $14.97/month. Attend live to lock in the price for 100 years!

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100 Years. One Price. Unlimited Curriculum. ($14.97/Month Locked In)

Thom S. Rainer
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Imagine never worrying about buying a small group or Sunday school curriculum again. Join our live webinar on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern, and learn how your church can access 14 high-quality courses (expanding soon to 20, then 50!) for just $14.97/month. Attend live to lock in the price for 100 years!

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Why Churches Are Targets for Predators (How to Keep Your Congregation Safe!)

Sam Rainer
President & Senior Consultant

One of the biggest mistakes we can make is assuming that abuse won’t happen in our churches. The belief that “it can’t happen here” is dangerously naïve. Any organization that works with children and other vulnerable individuals can be a target for predators. Satan specifically aims to attack churches and seeks to harm children and...

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