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The Rural Brain Drain: Nurturing Small Communities in the Face of Migration

June 24, 2023 by brentlacydotcom

In the backdrop of beautiful landscapes and close-knit communities, rural areas face a significant challenge known as the “rural brain drain.” This phenomenon refers to the outward migration of talented young individuals from small communities to larger urban areas in search of better educational and career opportunities. The consequences of this migration pattern are far-reaching …

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Reaching Hearts in the Heartland: Spreading the Gospel in Rural Communities

June 24, 2023 by brentlacydotcom

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, it’s easy to overlook the spiritual needs of those living in rural communities. The bustling cities often take center stage, attracting attention and resources, while the rural communities are left longing for a touch of God’s love. However, as followers of Christ, it is our duty and privilege to …

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Rural Thinktank Podcast Episode 48: Who are you, really?

March 17, 2021 by brentlacydotcom
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Rural Thinktank Podcast Episode 47: Does it look like the Neighborhood?

February 22, 2021 by brentlacydotcom
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Rural Thinktank Podcast Episode 46: Foundational Issues for a Healthy Church

January 25, 2021 by brentlacydotcom
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Rural Thinktank Episode 25: The Corvette in the Barn

March 12, 2020 by brentlacydotcom

This is a message given at Bainbridge Christian Church in Bainbridge, Indiana on 12/29/2019.  Focal Passage: I John 1:1-10 The Word of Life 1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we looked upon and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of …

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Rural Thinktank Episode 23: What is a “Community Missionary”?

March 12, 2020 by brentlacydotcom

I often refer to myself and the ministry I provide in my area as being a “Community Missionary”. It’s not an idea that is new or novel. I am sure that there are a lot of people like me all over rural areas that are doing some of the same things in my community that …

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Rural Think Tank Podcast Episode 14: Streamlining in Rural and Small Church Ministry

October 23, 2019 by brentlacydotcom

Why do you do what you do in your church? It’s a hard question to answer sometimes. Other times, the answer is clear – “Because that’s the way we’ve ALWAYS done it”. This episode discusses streamlining both worship services and ministry programming.  Links to things I mention in this episode: The Rural Think Tank – http://ruralthinktank.com …

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Rural Think Tank Podcast Episode 13: Training Resources for Rural and Small Church Ministry

October 23, 2019 by brentlacydotcom

This podcast episode looks at various training options available in Rural and Small Church Ministry that don’t break the ministry budget. These are options that were not available to us even 5-10 years ago. We are going to look at ways that these resources can equip both you and the ministry leaders in your church …

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Rural Think Tank Podcast Episode 12: Empowering the Senior Adults in Your Congregation

October 23, 2019 by brentlacydotcom

This podcast episode looks at the “graying” of our rural and small congregations (Episodes 3 and 6 are also related here). I discuss changing the perspective of how you do ministry when you have a predominately senior adult congregation. We look at not what seniors can’t do, but what they can  do.  Links to things …

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