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Revitalization: Do’s, Don’ts, and Practical Tips with Sam Rainer

May 25, 2026•

Join us today as host Joe Epley interviews Sam Rainer, rural pastor and author, on the topic of...

The Churching of America 1776-2005 Book Critique October 27, 2021 Book by Roger Finke and Rodney Stark Review by Jim…
Dennis Parillo: A Cruise Ship Musician’s Testimony… June 29, 2020 A firsthand story of how God used one man’s skills…
Cultural Intelligence: Improving Your CQ to Engage… October 11, 2021 This book validates the church's need for cultural sensitivity and…
Setting the Atmosphere for the Day of Worship December 2, 2020 "Finding a way to reach your audience and knowing your…
Principles for Rural Youth Ministry Part 1: Making… October 21, 2020 I was challenged by a question from the Holy Spirit:…
A High Calling: Interview with Bryan Jarrett April 9, 2021 By Joe Epley Unassuming. Overlooked. Unimportant. Disinteresting. At times, rural…
The Prophethood of All Believers Book Review January 1, 2021 By Alvin (Dobie) Weasel Stronstad, Roger. The Prophethood of All…
A Humble Pastor, an Incredible God, and Principles… August 30, 2021 “My house will be a place where people gather to…
Principles for Rural Youth Ministry Part 2: See a… October 28, 2020 By Pastor Joe Epley Small towns are a lot like…
Comeback Churches: How 300 Churches Turned Around… September 30, 2021 Revitalization requires a team willing to take the steps to…