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Desmond Barrett

Desmond Barrett is the lead pastor at Winter Haven First Church of the Nazarene in Winter Haven, Florida. He is the author of several books and most recently the co-author with Charlotte P. Holter of Missional Reset: Capturing the Heart for Local Missions in the Established Church (Resource Publications) and has done extensive research in the area of church revitalization and serves as church revitalizer, consultant, coach, podcast host and mentor to revitalizing pastors and churches.
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Rebuilding the Local Church After a Decline

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You can rebuild from decline by staying centered on the Word, living out a missional vision and finding creative ways to keep Jesus at the forefront of the local church's work.
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How Fast Should You Make Changes in Your Church?

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There is a tendency to try to rush change within the church. The revitalizer sees the need and is called to help lead the church through change but may not fully understand the history behind a piece of furniture or why things are done in a particular way.
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3 Ways Worship Can Help You Through a Transition Season

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God has seen you through many challenges and cared for you like no one else. He has protected you and fulfilled his promises through your ministry. God is faithful and just.
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4 Ways to Successfully Lead Through Adversity

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Disagreements in years past would have been kept inside the church, but with the advent of social media, negative feelings spread like wildfire to a broader audience. While leaders cannot control what others say, they can control how they react.
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Technology and the Church: What You Need to Know

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While some church members may be hesitant to switch to certain technologies, church leaders need to remember three benefits that new tech can add to their church.
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Develop Community Rather Than Just Collect Information

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Before a guest enters the church, the church should think of ways to connect with them beyond a one-time visit to a service.
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4 Reasons to Become a Church Revitalizer

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A church revitalizer enters the church community understanding that they are called not to deconstruct the local church but to reconstruct the hopes and dreams of those members still sitting in the pew.
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Creating a Positive Guest Experience

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Ensure the message the church shares on its website, social media pages, and in-person equals the experience guests will encounter when they arrive.
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