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12/10/2014

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Church Revitalization has become a rallying cry in recent years since statistics show 80-90% of churches are plateaued or declining.  Church Planting is needed, but it is critical that we also address the revitalization of declining churches because there are so many and because there is so much at stake for the kingdom.

In addition to reading these blog articles, let me encourage you to pray for, plan to attend, and help us promote the Southside Summit on Church Revitalization, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015.  This is a major one-day conference sponsored by the Southside Baptist Network, hosted by Eagle’s Landing FBC, McDonough, south of Atlanta.  We are honored that some top names in revitalization such as Thom Rainer, Kevin Ezell, Larry Wynn, Jason Cooper, John Mark Clifton, Micah Fries, Rick Howerton, and others, have agreed to be presenters.  There will be breakouts helpful for pastors, staff, deacons, small group leaders, music, youth, children’s workers and more!  The cost is only $29 per person if you register by Jan. 8, 2015 (includes a Chick-fil-A lunch).

For more information and to register visit our website: www.southsidesummit.org. 

For the glory of God,
Ray
Pr. 3:5-6

Quotable Quote: Focus on the things you know the Lord has called you to do and do them regularly. Scott Slayton

Ray's Top Five this week:

1.     Four Methods of Church Revitalization, Rob Hurtgen

2.     Nine Questions You Should Ask Before Leading A Church Revitalization, Thom Rainer

3.     Seven Reasons Why We Should Not Give Up On Established Churches, Thom Rainer

4.     Dying Midwest Church Regains Passion, Spiritual Vitality, Tobin Perry article about John Mark Clifton

5.     When Your Church Is Not Revitalizing, Scott Slayton
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    I’m Ray Gentry, the President/CEO of the Southern Baptist Conference of Associational Leaders (SBCAL). I’ve served Southern Baptist churches & associations in various roles for over 35 years. I have served as an associational leader for five associations, starting in 1993. The most recent one being the Southside Baptist Network, McDonough, GA.

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