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The Replant Bootcamp Podcast is a boots on the ground resource for replanters by replanters hosted by Bob Bickford and JimBo Stewart. Both Bob and JimBo are replant pastors and serve other replant pastors through their local associations and the North American Mission Board. It is Bob and JimBo’s desire that this podcast encourage and equip pastors and ministry leaders in the gritty and glorious work of replanting dying churches.
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Featuring Thom Rainer, Mark Clifton, and Kevin Ezell, Revitalize & Replant is presented by the North American Mission Board. Revitalize & Replant is a weekly discussion on church revitalization and replanting.
Two Sovereign Grace pastors passionate about planting and replanting churches to advance the Gospel. ~Jacob and Ricky
Each year between 900 to 1,000 churches hold their final services and close their doors. As a part of the Send Network, Replant desires to reverse this trend. Our prayer is that communities would see the transforming work of Christ as He brings new life to these once dying churches. The Replant podcast will discuss relevant topics related to church replanting. This resource is meant to equip and encourage those who have taken on the hard task of being a church replanter.
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How Churches Are Growing in a Post-COVID World – Part 2: The Attitudinal Shift in Growing Churches in a Post-COVID World
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In this three-part series, Kevin and Thom look at new research from Church Answers detailing how churches are growing since the pandemic. In this second part, they provide insights into the attitudes of leaders among the growing churches. 1. The acceptance of reality 2. The focus on conversion growth 3. A renewed focus on the community 4. Walking a…
Thanks for tuning in faithful Bootcamp listener! Jimbo and Bob break down a few updates (the Bickford dog search-the Stew Crew mock trial/musical productions) and then take a look ahead and talk about summer and provide some encouragement to make your summer count for good. Here some of the highlights: Take a break/vacation-if possible, see […]…
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In this three-part series, Kevin and Thom look at new research from Church Answers detailing how churches are growing since the pandemic. In this first part, they provide an overview of the research and the primary characteristics of the “other” churches — churches that are declining. 1. The nature of the research. 2. A review of issues of accelera…
Well Bootcampers sometimes your work with a local church can come to an end. And not in a way you prayed for, hoped or expected. When a church chooses to NOT revitalize or replant what are you to do? Listen in as the guys break it down Here are the highlights Evaluate your calling to […]由Replant Bootcamp
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In this three-part series, Mark and Thom look at nine of the greatest fears of those leading church revitalization. These issues apply to those already leading revitalization and those considering revitalization. They will do a deep dive on three issues in this special series. Overcoming the Fears of Impatience, Finance, and Burnout 1. Overcoming t…
How to grow younger? I recently read a news article that saddened my heart.https://wset.com/news/nation-world/struggling-church-asks-older-members-to-go-away The article told of a dying church that did not understand the beauty and importance of the older generation. In an effort to grow their church younger they asked anyone over 60 to not come ba…
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Overcoming the 9 Greatest Fears in Church Revitalization – A Three-Part Series – Part 2 of 3
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In this three-part series, Mark and Thom look at nine of the greatest fears of those leading church revitalization. These issues apply to those already leading revitalization and those considering revitalization. They will do a deep dive on three issues in this special series. Overcoming the Fears of Inadequacy, Conflict, and Misalignment 1. Overco…
The Bootcamp is coming at you from the Big “D” Dallas TX. Jimbo and Bob were on the road along with big boss man Mark Clifton, leading a conference for the Korean Council of Southern Baptist Churches. Our thanks to Dr. James Kang, our translators and the many great Pastors, Staff and leaders we met […]…
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Overcoming the 9 Greatest Fears in Church Revitalization – Part 1 of 3 – Overcoming the Fears of Failure, Comparisons, and Loneliness
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In this three-part series, Mark and Thom look at nine of the greatest fears of those leading church revitalization. These issues apply to those already leading revitalization and those considering revitalization. They will do a deep dive on three issues in each of the next three episodes. Overcoming the Fears of Failure, Comparisons, and Loneliness…
Replant Ninja and Top shelf DOM, Johnny Rumbough, from the Lexington Baptist Association, stops by the Bootcamp and talks about the important role of the Transitional Pastor in setting a church up for Replanting Success. Here are some of the insights Johnny shared about his experience in Replanting local churches. The Church has to be […]…
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How to Increase Income in a Revitalization – A Three-Part Series – Part 3: The Really Big Garage Sale
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One of the most common questions we get in church revitalization is: “How can we get extra funding to help our church? In this three-part series, Kevin and Thom look at three ways to get extra income that are not often utilized by churches. In part 3, they examine the idea of the church having a massive garage sale. 1. Usually one and done (but it …
The boys are back in their normal domiciles and in today’s EP they break down an important subject related to developing the ability to cultivate passion in your work as a Replanter. Passion is white hot flame and red glowing embers. Here’s a quote to kick us off: “Light yourself on fire with passion, and […]…
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How to Increase Income in a Revitalization: A Three-Part Series – Part 2: The Stewardship of Planned Giving
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One of the most common questions we get in church revitalization is: “How can we get extra funding to help our church? In this three-part series, Kevin and Thom look at three ways to get extra income that are not often utilized by churches. In part 2, they examine the idea of planned giving in the church. 1. Our definition of planned giving: from a…
Our good friend Mark Hallock stops by to talk about the nuts and bolts work of Replanting a local church, but before getting to strategy, Mark looks at the character and heart of the Replant Pastor. Replanter be aware of this: We need the supernatural presence of God in Replanting – so pray! We are […]…
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How to Increase Income in a Revitalization: A Three-Part Series – Part 1: Leasing Part of the Church Facility
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One of the most common questions we get in church revitalization is: “How can we get extra funding to help our church? In this three-part series, Kevin and Thom look at three ways to get extra income that are not often utilized by churches. In part 1, they examine the idea of leasing part of the church facility. 1. Leasing to another church. 2. Lea…
The Bootcamp boys continue the ATL Bootcamp series and are joined by none other than Pilot Mountain’s own, Walker Armstrong. Walker serves as the AMS Leader for the Pilot Mountain Association and is one of the leaders who helped create the Replant Practitioner Training. Listen in as they discuss what it takes to be healthy […]…
There is a plethora of information about churches facing a new pace of change due to COVID. There are many conversations about attendance declines. In this episode, Kevin and Thom look at five consequences for churches that don’t get much attention. You might be surprised. 1. More leaders are leading from a posture of fear. 2. Programs and ministri…
While the boys were in Atlanta for the annual AMS Replant Practitioner Lab they took some time to record several episodes with some of the plenary speakers. Keelan Cook is OG for the Replant Practitioner Lab and the OG Replant Bootcamp Missiologist. In the previous episode with Dr. Casey “The Chin” Williams the guys discussed […]…
Based on trends in 2021 and thus far in 2022, Kevin and Thom are able to pinpoint some key characteristics of churches that are in decline in 2022. 1. We are seeing a direct correlation to the length of time a church did not hold in-person services and attendance decline. 2. Simply stated, a declining church is often a church that ignores the Great…
We’re back at the Bootcamp and ready for the next episode. Joining us again is, Dr. Casey Williams, this time we’re talking about how to develop a missionary mindset in your church. This is no small task, listen in as Casey explains how to move your congregation toward mission. Start with Theology – what does […]…
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Part 3 of 3: Elephants in the Room in Revitalization – “I Overestimated My Leadership Ability, but I am Afraid to Admit It”
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Mark and Thom look at some of the unspoken but very real issues in church revitalization. They confront the reality of the issue and then offer a pathway to deal with it. In this third of three episodes, they examine the challenge of realizing you aren’t the leader you thought you were. Confession is good, but be wise who hears your confession. Mak…
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Joining the Bootcamp bros on this EP is Jimbo’s longtime friend, Casey Williams. He is the lead pastor of North Trenholm Baptist Church in Columbia SC. Listen in as they talk about how church partnerships develop as an outgrowth of church health. Healthy Church Partnerships Begin when a church becomes healthy itself Flow from a […]…
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Part 2 of 3: Elephants in the Room in Revitalization – “My Denomination Does Not Support our Church”
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Mark and Thom look at some of the unspoken but very real issues in church revitalization. They confront the reality of the issue and then offer a pathway to deal with it. In this second of three episodes, they examine the challenge a revitalization leader has when he thinks the denomination or network is not supportive. No denomination will ever gi…
We’ve been talking about the characteristics of a Godly Leader here at the bootcamp-by way of review here’s the list: Goodwill Empathy Humility Respect Integrity In today’s EP the guys talk about the importance of Integrity. Let’s get right down to a definition: Integrity does not just mean telling the truth. Integrity also refers to […]…
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Part 1 of 3: Elephants in the Room in Revitalization – “My Spouse is Ready to Leave the Church, but I’m Not”
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Mark and Thom look at some of the unspoken but very real issues in church revitalization. They confront the reality of the issue and then offer a pathway to deal with it. In this first of three episodes, they examine the challenge when a spouse wants to leave a church but the pastor or staff member does not. The underlying issue or issues must be a…
The boys are back at it here at the Bootcamp! Today we’re talking about RESPECT and how important that is to leading effectively as a godly leader in a Replant or Revitalization. Jump in, give a listen and drop us a line or comment with your thoughts, experience or question. Recap: Five key factors of […]…
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Leading a Low-Commitment Church to Become a High Commitment Church – Episode 3 of 3: Leading Members to Higher Commitment
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Kevin and Thom look at a common issue facing many churches: low commitment of church members. They take you on a three-part journey that both explains the reasons for the low commitment and ways your church can move to higher commitments. In this third of three episodes, they explain how to move church members to higher commitment. 1. The process t…
In this EP the guys talk with a boots on the ground pastor, Tim Williams of Gladewater TX. Pastor Tim is new to the field, remodeling the Parsonage, celebrating their new 10month old and doing the hard work of revitalizing a local church. Tim asks the guys this question: How can I effectively and empathetically […]…
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Leading a Low-Commitment Church to Become a High Commitment Church – Episode 2 of 3: Leading Leaders to Higher Commitment
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Kevin and Thom look at a common issue facing many churches: low commitment of church members. They take you on a three-part journey that both explains the reasons for the low commitment and ways your church can move to higher commitments. In this second of three episodes, they explain how to move leaders to higher commitment. 1. Leaders must set an…
The Bootcamp Bros are back talking about another characteristic of a godly leader, empathy. Perhaps this is one of the most misunderstood characteristics so some good definition work is in order. Check out this EP and the notes below to dig a little deeper into this very important quality and spend some time examining God’s […]…
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Leading a Low-Commitment Church to Become a High Commitment Church – Episode 1 of 3: How Low-Commitment Churches Got That Way
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Kevin and Thom look at a common issue facing many churches: low commitment of church members. They take you on a three-part journey that both explains the reasons for the low commitment and ways your church can move to higher commitments. In this first of three episodes, they examine the background of how churches go this way. 1. The issue of imita…
Good news! The full Bootcamp crew us back in action. Jimbo got over his “Rona” while moving to a new residence-he’s the man for sure. Aside from celebrating health and great football games the bootcamp bros jump right back into their series on the characteristics of a godly leader. This week they discuss the characteristic […]…
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When Church Leaders Fight Depression – Dear Pastor: When You Are Battling Depression – Part 3 of 3
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Mark and Thom discuss the painful issue of depression among pastors and other church staff. In many ways, it has become an epidemic and must be addressed. In this third of three podcasts, Mark and Thom address pastors directly about this issue, urging them to get help even when it goes against their normal disposition. You are neither strange nor a…
