In this episode, Erin and Doug talk through the challenges of being short-staffed in churches and how to navigate this issue. They discuss the importance of having a developmental mindset and raising up leaders from within the church. They also highlight the concept of agency, where individuals have the freedom and permission to act and contribute. They share examples from churches in Brazil that thrive with minimal staff and discuss the need to challenge assumptions about the necessity of staff positions. They also provide practical tactics for church leaders to address staffing shortages.

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Chapters:
00:00 Navigating the Challenges of Being Short-Staffed
06:24 Developing a Mindset of Raising Up Leaders
11:04 The Importance of Agency in Creating a Culture of Engagement
13:27 Learning from Thriving Churches in Brazil
15:46 Challenging Assumptions about Staffing Needs