Why Most Churches Struggle to Grow | Mark MacDonald, Church Branding Strategist

What is your church known for in your community? In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com sits down with church branding strategist Mark MacDonald to uncover the real reason many churches don't grow and what church leaders can do to fix it. Discover how churches can stop being known for what they're against and start becoming known for what they're for—using practical branding and communication strategies that actually help people find and understand your church.

If your church wants to grow, stand out, and truly matter in your community, this conversation will challenge the way you think about church branding, messaging, and outreach.

Includes insight on using listening groups and AI to elevate your branding strategy, plus tips on developing your online presence through keywords and Google search.

👉 Watch now and find out how to build a church brand that is clear, meaningful and stands out above the crowd.

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Phil Cooke — Strategic Advisor | Cultural Influence & Crisis Leadership

Phil Cooke, Ph.D., is a strategic advisor to church, nonprofit, and media leaders navigating crisis, credibility, and cultural influence in a rapidly changing digital world. Founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles and Nashville, he has worked with senior leadership teams globally to strengthen reputation and clarify mission. He is the author of Church on Trial and several other books on leadership and creativity, and has produced media projects seen worldwide.