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Growth is a subject that many churches are not willing to discuss, and in fact, some churches rudely object the idea of ministry growth.  While big churches are investing in technology like church websites, other small churches want to maintain the status quo.  The following explains why various churches dislike the word growth and explores possible perspectives that might help them reconsider their stand.

 

Some members and pastors of smaller churches in less populated areas work very hard and serve faithfully, but the church still doesn't expand in most cases.  Consequently, they end up feeling like their effort is wasted and quit trying to boost the size of the congregation.

When a discussion about church growth comes up, the pastor and key members might feel uncomfortable and assume a sour grapes mentality to ignore the idea.  Solely because they were unable to achieve growth, they make it appear bad and claim it’s against biblical principles to be greedy.

 

A few ministries believe that when a bigger ministry shows ups, it will cause members from their congregation to change their place of worship.  As a result, they see no need in trying to gain more members since those who are gained could be lost to bigger churches.  Like any other organization though, a church should focus on offering value as that makes a difference whether a member leaves or remains loyal.

Big churches use church websites as a means of facilitating communication among members while reaching out to a larger audience.  Additionally, they use these websites to inform and entertain their followers weekly.  If you can offer this level of value, you will not only keep more people around but also gain new members.  Every church has the capacity to grow that is willing to make attitude changes and use the latest technology.