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Reinventing Church

Reinventing Church

By: Derek Sanford
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Follow one church's journey as they depart from modern church growth trends and reinvent themselves by equipping everyday Christians to live out their faith in real life. Find episodes and show notes at www.dereksanford.com/reinventingchurchDerek Sanford Christianity Economics Management Management & Leadership Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • 27: From Vision to Action: Crafting Our Future
    Jun 30 2025

    This special audio-only bonus episode of 'Reinventing Church' features Danielle, Derek, and Aaron discussing the critical components of their church's vision frame for the staff and broader community. They delve into the mission, values, strategy, and measures that guide their ministry, all aimed at aligning with their 'Awake the Lake' 10-year vision. The episode outlines the mission of following Jesus and living out God's story every day, the core values that drive their decisions, the four-part strategy for discipleship, and the specific measures used to gauge success. The speakers emphasize the importance of each staff member and churchgoer understanding and embodying these ideas to achieve their vision of mobilizing 30,000 people by 2035 to bring gospel influence into everyday life.

    00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Episode

    00:55 Vision Frame Overview

    05:05 Mission: What Are We Doing?

    07:47 Values: Why Are We Doing It This Way?

    10:57 Strategy: How Are We Doing It?

    13:19 Measures: When Are We Successful?

    15:11 Vision Proper: Where Is God Taking Us?

    16:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    19 mins
  • 26: Season Finale! What have we learned so far in our transition to a missional model? | Televangelists | Lessons from a 40-Day digital fast | Holy Week Reflections
    Apr 28 2025

    Derek and Danielle reflect on six lessons they've learned this season as they transition from a church growth model to a missional multiplication model.

    For full show notes, visit: https://dereksanford.com/reinventingchurch

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    42 mins
  • 25. A New Approach to Developing People | The Tape Ministry | A simple format for staff trainings | A Unique Approach to Baby Dedications
    Apr 21 2025

    Beyond hopping people from program to program and calling it discipleship. How can the church actually devleop people into Christilikenss. Join this fascinating conversation with Diane Wright.

    For full show notes visit: https://dereksanford.com/reinventingchurch

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    49 mins
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