Thom Rainer

Thom S. Rainer serves as president and CEO of Church Answers and executive director of Revitalize Network. He served for 12 years as dean at Southern Seminary and for 13 years as the president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. Also a respected researcher and former pastor, he has written more than 25 books, including many best sellers, such as I Am a Church Member. Rainer and his wife, Nellie Jo, have three grown sons, several grandchildren and live in Nashville, Tennessee.

Pastors’ Favorite Places for Sermon Prep

The answers varied based on personality, but some trends emerged.

5 Signs Small Churches Are Making a Comeback

Encouraging indications that smaller churches are experiencing a renaissance.

5 Considerations When Pastors Interrupt Their Vacations

There are certain times when an emergency calls a pastor away, but those times should be rare.

The State of the Multisite Movement

An update on the trends in multisite churches

10 Ways to Respond to the Reality of Church Shoppers

Church shoppers are a tough aspect of ministry. Here are some things to remember.

What Will Healthy Churches Look Like in 10 Years?

Here are some characteristics I can project based on what we're seeing today.

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Based on a social media survey, here are the biggest challenges pastors face in pastoral care.

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When a pastor leaves or is terminated, it can pose significant challenges for the staff he leaves behind.