Helping Everyday People in Small Churches
Grow in Confidence, Practical Ministry Skills,
& Influence.

Practical solutions designed specifically
for small churches.

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Healthy churches don't happen by accident.
They become healthier as everyday people grow.

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Tired of trying ideas that don’t work?

Wondering where to go for some help?

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Practical ideas you can use this week.
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Learn alongside others in small churches.

Everyday Influence

Ongoing coaching and practical ministry training.

A smiling woman with shoulder-length wavy hair wearing a dark green sweater and jeans, sitting casually with one hand resting on her knee and the other supporting her chin. She is sitting outdoors against a textured wall with green foliage hanging above her.

I'm Laurie!

For years, I watched incredible people in small churches work hard.

Really hard.

We care deeply.
We love our churches.
We want to make a difference.

But most of us were never taught the practical ministry and people skills that help churches become healthier and ministry become more joyful.

So we keep trying harder.

I don’t think most small churches need more passionate people.

I think we need more confident people with practical ministry skills that actually work in smaller churches.

That’s why I started Small Church Ministry.

Today, our articles, podcast, online events, and Everyday Influence coaching community have reached more than one million people serving in small churches around the world.

Everything you’ll find here is designed to help people in small churches grow in confidence, practical ministry skills, and influence.

Because I believe the most influential people in your church aren’t always the ones on the platform.

Read My Story

Real Stories. Real Churches.

These conferences are the MOST practical conferences I've ever attended! And I feel 'normal' and loved when they are finished. I still go back and watch the videos from other conferences!
DarlaPractical
Small Church Ministry is more than an idea group or a Facebook page. It's iron sharpening iron ... The workshops and seminars are first rate with something for you whether you just started out or have been involved in ministry 50 years. Laurie's joy and enthusiasm is absolutely contagious!
RoxieEquipping
I am in many groups on FB, pastor groups, kids min groups - the list seems endless. However, in the short time I have been part of this group I have been truly ministered to. Thank you!
SherryUnique
My head is so full of what I learned over the weekend, I am practically dizzy. Thank you so much for the professional and well-planned conference. It is undoubtedly the best conference I have ever attended. Thanks again.
ReneeProfessional
Small Church Ministry has given me community and freedom from the loneliness of being a pastor’s wife. It is fabulous to get so many ideas for kids’ and women’s ministry in the small church setting. It’s so encouraging to be in a group that understands the struggle of churches with under 50 people.
JenniferEncouraging

Frequently Asked Questions

Everyday Influence is our coaching community where everyday people in small churches grow in confidence, practical ministry skills, and influence through live coaching, on-demand learning, and meaningful community.

We’re not affiliated with one denomination. We welcome people from hundreds of Christian churches and denominations who want to grow and serve their churches well.

Absolutely! Most of the people we serve are volunteers and ministry leaders who want to keep growing and make a greater difference in their churches.

Yes! We help pastors develop healthier volunteers and ministry leaders while also providing practical encouragement and training for pastors themselves.

Start with the podcast, an article, or a free online event. When you’re ready to keep growing, Everyday Influence is the natural next step.

Yes! We’re always interested in partnerships that genuinely serve people in small churches. Email hello@smallchurchministry.com with “Partnership” in the subject line, and we’ll start the conversation.

Just email hello@smallchurchministry.com. Whether you have a question about a resource, event, membership, or your account, we’re happy to help.