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The Growing Church QuickStart Track
The Key Strategic Tools You Need To
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Three Strategies That Will Grow Your Church
Training
Straightforward strategies
you can use this week
Every week, you’ll get a high-impact tactic built for Sunday results … plus, weekly podcast episodes with the tools churches like yours are using to reach their neighbors effectively.
Coaching
Cut through the noise.
Focus on what works.
Each month, you’ll get the Inside Track – a 30-minute live MasterClass that cuts through the noise and shows you one tactic churches are using right now to grow.
Accountability
Weekly check-ins to keep you
moving forward
Inside the private QuickStart community, you’ll find weekly prompts, progress challenges, and peer interaction to keep you focused, consistent, and taking action.
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Pastor, This Is For You ...
This is for pastors who are sick of pretending it’s all fine.
You’re leading a church with under 200 in worship, and deep down, you know it could be doing more. You’re not lazy, and you’re not dumb … but you’re buried in busy work, discouraged by apathy, and tired of watching visitors vanish.
You’ve tried books, blogs, and denominational webinars. None of them moved the needle. You don’t need more theory … you need a real system you can run every week that actually brings guests, keeps them, and grows your church.
This track is built for the risk-takers. For the pastors who are willing to block 2.5 hours a week, take action, and put the mission ahead of sacred cows.
If you’re ready to:
Stop throwing spaghetti at the wall and start following a clear growth plan
Reach more unchurched people and get them back through the door
Build real momentum without burning yourself out
Lead with confidence, not desperation
Then this is for you.
This is not for the comfort seekers. It’s not for the committee-pleasers. And it’s definitely not for the “we’ve always done it this way” crowd.
It’s for the pastor who’s ready to stop settling … and start growing.
The Ultimate Value Stack
✅ Weekly Catalytic Tactic
Delivered Every Monday Morning
When I was a student pastor working my first turnaround church, I didn’t know what I was supposed to do. I’d visit the sick, write the bulletin, prep my sermon … and then hope something would magically happen. I couldn’t afford a coach, and my denominational mentor mostly swapped war stories over coffee. That’s why I created the Weekly Catalytic Tactic — it includes one real-world action you can take this week to move your church forward.
Value: $97/month
This isn’t generic content. It’s a coaching-level directive with immediate impact — something you can use by Sunday to start shifting the trajectory of your church.
🤝 QuickStart Community Access
Private hub for encouragement, accountability, and growth
Let’s be honest — being a pastor can be an isolating job. Most pastors in your town are either too busy to connect or too stuck to offer anything helpful. Denominational gatherings? Ministerial alliances? Too often, they're just gripe sessions or promo parades. That’s why we built the QuickStart Community — a space for pastors and church leaders who are serious about growth. You’ll connect with others who get it … because they’ve lived it.
Value: $125/month
This is where support meets strategy — your go-to hub for staying encouraged, accountable, and focused on what actually grows the church.
🎙️ Catalytic Conversations Podcast
Practical insights you can use
while you’re on the move
When I was a busy pastor, I didn’t have time for one-to-one learning sessions or hour-long trainings. They were too slow, too clunky, and too demanding on my already packed schedule. That’s why I fell in love with podcasts — I could listen while I hit the gym, rode my bike, or drove to my next appointment.
The Catalytic Conversations podcast is built with that same mindset. Each week, wwe deliver real-world strategies you can actually use — practical, adaptable, and focused on helping you lead as your congregation’s Church Growth Catalyst.
Value: $99/month
This isn’t just noise. It’s momentum in your earbuds — one episode at a time.
📘 The QuickStart Guide
Clarity, direction,
and a plan you can actually follow
I used to live by to-do lists. But the longer the list got, the less I seemed to accomplish. The demands of pastoring kept piling up, and the things that actually helped grow the church kept getting pushed to the bottom. That’s exactly why I created the QuickStart Guide and Success Formula. Together, they give you a step-by-step process to make the most of the tools and coaching inside this track.
Value: $47
This isn’t a list of ideas. It’s a map that moves you from theory to action — and from to-do to done.
🎯 Monthly Inside Track MasterClass
What’s working now —
in churches like yours
When I first stepped into church transformation work, I struggled to find ideas that actually worked in my context. Everyone pointed to the mega churches — Saddleback, Highlands, and the like — but what works in a thousand-seat auditorium rarely translates to a church with 80 in worship. That’s why we created the Inside Track. Every month, you’ll get a 30-minute MasterClass focused on what’s working right now in small and mid-sized churches.
Value: $149/month
Skip the gimmicks and the hype. This is your monthly dose of real strategy for real churches.
📦 Physical QuickStart Bonus Kit
Tangible tools delivered to your door
When your trial converts to a paid subscription, we’ll ship you a full set of physical resources to help you get results faster and stay on track. You’ll receive the special Pastor’s Edition hardcover of 101 Things You Can Do to Help Grow Your Church, the printed QuickStart Guide, the Follow-Up Checklist, the Connection Card Template, the Weekly Success Calendar, and your QuickStart Success Formula.
Value: $137
Not theory. Not swag. Real tools you’ll actually use — and refer back to week after week.
📞 One-on-One Onboarding Strategy Call
Start strong with a personal plan for growth
You won’t be left to figure this out on your own. When you activate your full membership, you’ll be invited to schedule a private 30-minute onboarding call with one of our experienced coaches. This isn’t a sales call — it’s a focused strategy session to help you clarify your growth priorities, map out your next steps, and start using the QuickStart tools effectively right away.
Value: $225
Because the right first step can change everything.
✅ Total Value: $879
What Others Are Saying About
The Growing Church Network
Pastor Doug
Indiana
We've more than doubled our attendance in less than six months ... and we're keeping 75% of all our First-Time Visitors!
Pastor Linda
Texas
Two years into this, and the Bishop informed us that we're one of the only churches showing sustainable growth in the synod. And we broke the 100 barrier and heading to 200!
Pastor Linda
Texas
Two years into this, and the Bishop informed us that we're one of the only churches showing sustainable growth in the synod. And we broke the 100 barrier and heading to 200!
Pastor Paul
Wisconsin
In just six weeks, we've gone from a 20% visitor return rate to over 75%. The community is supportive and I'm excited for the first time in 20 years of ministry that I finally have the tools to grow our church.
Exclusive Bonuses With Your Paid Subscription
When you activate your membership, you’ll get more than just continuing access to training, coaching resources, and accountability tools. You’ll also receive:
Hardback Copy:
101 Things You Can Do to Help Grow Your Church
– Special Edition for Pastors Only
This special hardcover edition equips you to turn your congregation into a committed, effective outreach team. Packed with simple, actionable ideas your members can actually do, it’s built to make sharing the church easy and natural — no guilt, no awkwardness. The added content for pastors offers clear guidance on how to lead the charge, create momentum, and build a culture where your members don’t just attend church … they help it grow.
Digital & Hard Copy of the
QuickStart Guide
The QuickStart Guide lays out the foundational strategy for consistent church growth. Inside, you’ll discover the core framework that aligns your weekly efforts with proven momentum-building actions. It clarifies where to focus, what to ignore, and how to make measurable progress without wasting time or energy. Whether you're just starting or restarting, this guide gives you the clarity and direction needed to lead with confidence and make every hour you invest count.
Connection Card Templates
If you don’t get a visitor’s contact info, you can’t follow up — and if you don’t follow up, church growth is unlikely at best. This adaptable connection card makes it easy to collect the information you need to build relationships that last. Designed to fit your local context, it’s meant to be used every single week in worship and can be customized for outreach events, small groups, and any guest-facing ministry moment.
Follow-Up Checklist
Getting contact info is only the beginning — the real growth happens when you follow up and follow up well. This checklist walks you through a simple, proven sequence that turns first-time guests into returning visitors. It’s designed to take the guesswork out of follow-up so you don’t drop the ball or miss the moment. Whether you're handling it yourself or delegating, this tool ensures no guest slips through the cracks.
Weekly Growth Calendar
A printed, full-color calendar that lays out a clear visual plan for each week. It keeps you and your team focused on the actions that actually produce growth — not just the ones that fill your time. You’ll know exactly what to prioritize, when to take action, and how to keep the momentum going week after week without getting lost in the chaos of church life.
One-on-One Onboarding Strategy Call
You’ll kick off your full membership with a private 30-minute strategy call. This isn’t a generic welcome or a disguised sales pitch — it’s a focused conversation with a seasoned coach who understands church growth. You’ll walk away with a clear plan for using the QuickStart tools in your specific context, so you can stop spinning your wheels and start seeing results, faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I’m already overwhelmed — is this just more to add to my plate?
No. The QuickStart Track was built for busy pastors. Everything is designed to fit into a 2.5-hour weekly rhythm, so you can focus on the few actions that actually move the needle, not add more noise to your schedule.
Will this work in my context? My church is unique.
Every church is unique — but the principles behind growth aren’t. The tactics are flexible, field-tested, and designed to be adapted. Whether you're in a rural community, a suburb, or the inner city, the system meets you where you are.
Is this just a bunch of ideas I’ll never use?
Not a chance. Every tactic, tool, and teaching in the QuickStart Track is built to be executed — not just read. You’ll walk away each week with one thing to do that you can actually do … and that makes a real difference.
How is this different from other church growth programs?
Most programs give you a binder full of ideas or a workbook you’ll never finish. QuickStart gives you weekly direction, practical tools, and real accountability — all without the price tag or time burden of coaching.
What if I have questions or need help applying something?
You won’t be left on your own. The private QuickStart community gives you direct access to peers and guidance, and after your trial, you’ll also get a personal strategy call with a coach to help tailor the system to your needs.
What happens after the 14-day trial ends?
If you stick with the program, you’ll automatically roll into the full QuickStart membership at just $19/month. That also triggers your physical welcome kit and your invitation to schedule a one-on-one onboarding strategy call.
How much time does this take each week?
Plan on 2.5 hours a week — that’s about 30 minutes a day. Each tactic is designed to fit into that window, and the podcast and live calls are recorded so you can engage when it works for you.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes. There’s no contract or obligation. If the QuickStart Track isn’t a fit, you can cancel your membership at any time with just a few clicks.
Meet Your Coaches
Bill Tenny-Brittian
Bill Tenny-Brittian has been writing and preaching and teaching evangelism, church growth, and church leadership for over 40 years. As a pastor, he's planted churches from one coast to the other and helped turn churches from decline to growth nationally and internationally.
In 2005 he was invited to work with The Effective Church Group as a national church consultant, advising and training church leaders and congregations to become increasingly faithful, effective, and sustainable by transforming lives. Over the years, he's worked with hundreds of churches and thousands of church leaders, helping them grow their churches. Today, he's the president of The Effective Church Group, LLC.
Bill believes that the local church is the best hope for transforming today's culture ... and that the pastor is the catalyst to it all. He's devoted his life to helping church pastors and church leaders activate their congregations to transform their communities.
Kyle Ermoian
Kyle loves the local church and has devoted over 30 years to breathing new life into congregations helping them to attract, connect and develop new members. In new church plants, turnaround settings, and a judicatory Minister, Kyle has poured his creative ideas, practical experiences and encouraging words into the lives and ministries of dozens of men and women he has mentored, who are now in turn impacting churches, ministries and missions across the country and throughout the world.
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