This is particularly true for people who have come from an unchurched background. It will take them a while to understand giving and tithing. It is important for the pastor and core group to tithe to provide a solid financial base. A person who is reluctant to ask for money probably shouldn t start a new church. Quick reactions on the part of the pastor and people will be required as the climate changes.
Flexibility is a key .
A church plant is looking to add families consistently . Three Sundays in a row without a returning visitor is cause for concern. A plant that has not reached its attendance goals before the visitors stop coming is probably in trouble. The people of the new church need to be inviting new people as of Day One. There is no grace period on this issue.