Small Church Guys

05/07/2026

Programs matter. Sermons matter. Events matter. But culture quietly shapes how all of them are received. Pay attention to what your church has normalized.

05/05/2026

Every church has a culture — even if no one has named it. Healthy culture begins when pastors pay attention to what people actually experience, not just what the church says it values.

04/28/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to be on a podcast this weekend with my new friend Brad Jurkovich.

We had a meaningful conversation about how churches can and should faithfully share the Gospel, engage with hurting people, and provide practical support to those affected by natural disasters, famine, and war around the world.

I’m thankful for leaders who are committed to helping the Church think deeply, respond compassionately, and live on mission in a broken world.

More to come soon.

08/23/2024

07/13/2024

Pastors, in your ministry, you may often feel underestimated or unseen. Remember, God sees your true potential and purpose. Let God define you, not others. Embrace His vision for your life and ministry.

Keep serving faithfully, knowing that you are seen and valued by the One who called you.

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸✨

Let’s celebrate the freedom that defines our great nation. Wishing you all a fantastic Independence Day filled with joy!



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06/16/2024

Happy Father’s Day to all you Dads out there!

🎉 Here’s to the men who can fix anything with duct tape, tell the best “dad jokes,” and always know the perfect grill temperature.

Cheers to you, Dad! 👨‍🔧😂

06/12/2024

💔 When Quitting Seems Inevitable: Finding Hope and Support for Pastors 💔

Pastors, we see you. Leading a small church can sometimes feel like an uphill battle with the weight of responsibilities, pressures, and limited resources making it seem like quitting is the only option. But in those moments of doubt and despair, please remember—you are not alone.

Our latest blog post is dedicated to you. We explore the realities of pastoral challenges, recognize the warning signs of burnout, and offer a beacon of hope and support. At Small Church Guys, we stand by you with resources, guidance, and a heartfelt commitment to walk with you through the toughest times.

Reconnect with your purpose, find renewed strength, and know that there is a community ready to support you. Together, let's navigate these challenges and rediscover the joy and fulfillment in your ministry.

Click the link https://jessereimers.blogspot.com/2024/06/when-quitting-seems-inevitable-finding.html

06/03/2024

❤️Heart check❤️

Paul writes in Colossians 3:23, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” 📖

How can working for the Lord “with all your heart,” influence how you approach your ministry every day? Take a moment to reflect and if necessary realign yourself back to the invitation of excellence. 🤔

Ask yourself these questions:❓

Are you living out your purpose with excellence?
Are you leading with excellence?
Are you serving with excellence?
Are you communicating with excellence?
Are you innovating with excellence?
Are you collaborating with excellence?
Are you managing your time with excellence?
Are you demonstrating integrity with excellence?
Are you seeking feedback and learning with excellence?
Are you adapting to change with excellence?
Are you making decisions with excellence?
Are you doing even the most mundane tasks with excellence?
Are you scheduling your priorities with excellence?
Are you resolving conflicts with excellence?
Are you mentoring others with excellence?
Are you showing gratitude with excellence?
Are you celebrating achievements with excellence?

Let’s try to bring excellence (not perfection but doing the best with what we have) into everything we do, for it is in our work that we can glorify God.

05/29/2024

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