Ep. 108 - Why Some Church Plants Fail and Others Thrive (with Marc Cleary and Dino Rizzo from ARC)
Description
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," host Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, engages with guests Marc Cleary and Dino Rizzo. They discuss the nuances of church planting, the importance of clarity in calling, and the attributes of successful church leaders. Marc and Dino share their extensive experience in fostering thriving church communities through the Association of Related Churches (ARC). They emphasize the significance of financial health, strong personal relationships, and a clear vision for future church leaders. For more about their work, visit ARC's website: https://www.arcchurches.com
To connect with host Greg Nettle and Stadia, visit https://stadia.org
[00:00:00 ] Introduction by Greg Nettle
[00:01:09 ] Welcome guests Marc Cleary and Dino Rizzo
[00:02:06 ] Dino Rizzo's backstory in church planting
[00:03:25 ] Marc's entry into church planting
[00:04:29 ] Current trends and successful attributes in church planting
[00:06:10 ] Importance of clarity in calling
[00:07:17 ] Discussion on the need for a compelling vision
[00:10:12 ] Criteria for a successful church plant
[00:11:02 ] Importance of a healthy marriage for church planters
[00:13:01 ] Financial scrutiny and its importance
[00:15:43 ] Encouraging young church planters
[00:17:37 ] Advice for older individuals considering church planting
[00:19:48 ] Red flags in potential church planters
[00:25:07 ] Conclusion and partnership discussion between ARC and Stadia
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