What Do I Do When People Want to Leave?
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When someone leaves your church, it can feel personal, painful, and even discouraging. In this episode of Church Planters Ask, Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill dive deep into a question every church planter faces: What do I do when people want to leave? From their early struggles with guilt-driven retention to the wisdom of sending people off with grace, they share raw, real, and practical insights on handling departures well. Learn how to take the high road, release people with blessing, and even create a culture where those who leave might one day return. Whether you're a new planter or a seasoned pastor, this episode will reshape how you view church transitions—and might just set you free in the process.
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