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Summary

In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson kick off Season Seven by discussing the concept of church structures. They explore the importance of effective organization within churches, especially as they prepare for the fall season. The conversation delves into biblical church structures, the various leadership roles outlined in the New Testament, and how cultural contexts influence the way churches operate. The hosts emphasize the need for practical applications of these structures while acknowledging the complexities and variations that exist across different communities. In this conversation, Jason Allison and Rob Paterson explore the complexities of church governance, discussing various models of leadership and the importance of empowerment and accountability within church structures. They delve into the dynamics of church teams and the future of church funding, emphasizing the need for intentionality in leadership and the challenges faced by churches in adapting to modern needs.

Resources Mentioned:

Winning on Purpose (by John Edmund Kaiser)

High Impact Church Boards (by T. J. Addington)

The Coming Revolution in Church Economics (by Mark DeYmaz)

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Season Seven
02:25 The Exciting Start: Church Structures
06:07 Exploring Biblical Church Structure
15:08 Leadership Roles in the New Testament
21:00 Understanding Church Roles and Structures
25:37 Models of Church Governance
32:29 Empowerment and Accountability in Leadership
36:52 The Dynamics of Church Teams
40:36 Future of Church Structures and Funding

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