You love your church. You love your team.
But you think you're just not reaching as many people as you could.
You’ve tried new sermon series, events, rebrands, and outreach pushes… but even your best efforts feel like they’re hitting an invisible ceiling.
Your church isn’t broken ... but it’s not breaking through, either. You’re not alone.
And it’s not a spiritual problem.
It’s a systems problem.
You could keep working harder ...
but you’ll burn out your staff, your volunteers, and yourself.
You could try another flashy idea ...
but without a clear growth system, you’ll spin your wheels again.
If things don’t change, the risk isn’t just numbers.
It’s momentum. Energy. Hope.
Apply to Church Growth Incubator Today.
Hi — I’m Rich Birch, founder of unSeminary and Head Coach of Church Growth Incubator.
For over 20 years, I’ve helped hundreds of churches across North America overcome growth barriers and build systems that sustain healthy momentum.
I’ve worked with churches like yours, that are seeking to grow by increasing their invite culture — and I’ve seen what works when churches are ready to move from stuck to surging.
I’m not here to give you hype. I’m here to help you install the systems that drive real, measurable growth.
The best is yet to come at your church,
Rich Birch, Founder & Head Coach - Church Growth Incubator
A One-Year Partnership That Feels Like a Fractional Team Member
The Church Growth Incubator isn’t another course or conference.
It’s a 12-month guided experience designed to help your team move from plateau to progress — with the structure, systems, and support of a partner who feels like part of your staff.
You don’t need to go it alone.
Think of this as adding a fractional executive team member focused entirely on growth systems for your church.
Two Live Coaching Calls Every Month
You’ll connect twice each month for focused, helpful coaching designed to keep your team moving forward in building a healthy invite culture. Across the year, you’ll experience four distinct types of calls that give your church a complete growth rhythm.
Two In-Person Retreats
Twice a year, we gather for two-day intensive retreats with other Incubator churches on-site at one of the fastest-growing churches in the country.
You’ll step away from the day-to-day to dream, plan, and collaborate — returning home with clarity, renewed energy, and practical action steps your team can implement right away..
Supportive Community
You’ll find encouragement, accountability, and honest conversations that help you stay focused and inspired all year long. Access through a private slack channel to a group of leaders willing to help you!
Done-For-You Resources
You’ll receive a library of ready-to-use assets — templates, campaigns, and systems built from what’s working in growing churches right now.
These are plug-and-play tools designed to save you time and help your church implement faster.
Every month inside Church Growth Incubator, you’ll plug into a proven cadence of live calls designed to give you clarity, accountability, and a fresh perspective.
Each call has a distinct purpose ... together they form your church’s growth engine:
(6x a Year) — Real-World Church Research, Without the Guesswork
Go behind the data and into the behaviors of fast-growing churches.
We do the bespoke research for you — surfacing what’s working right now so you can make informed, confident decisions without wasting time chasing trends.
Save time. Gain insight. Make smart moves.
(6x a Year) — Get Unstuck, Fast
Bring your biggest growth challenge to the table and get live feedback from Rich and other churches in the cohort.
You’ll leave each session with clear next steps, fresh ideas, and renewed momentum.
Solve problems in real time. Don’t lead in isolation.
(4x a Year) — Deep Dives with Done-For-You Resources
Spend two hours diving into one of the Five Gears of Invite Culture.
You’ll learn from guest coaches at thriving churches, unpack proven frameworks, and walk away with plug-and-play tools you can implement immediately.
Go deep. Get resources. Multiply results.
(6x a Year) — Inside the Systems of Fast-Growing Churches
Peek under the hood of some of the fastest-growing churches in the country.
See how they’re managing people, systems, and strategy — and how you can adapt their playbooks for your context.
Learn from the best. Apply what works.
Real Churches, Real Results
Hear how leaders like you in churches like yours are benefiting from Church Growth Incubator.
It feels like Rich is on our team
JAMIE HOLTAM • Lead Minister, North Bramalea United
Rapid feedback, practical ideas, and 24-hour responses. From offerings to signage, Church Growth Incubator support strengthened our team and accelerated growth.
Like adding a first-time-guest strategist to our staff
EVAN COURTNEY • Executive Pastor, The Fields Church (IL)
Strategies, support, and accountability that keep guests top-of-mind--and get them back. The frameworks and resources have been invaluable for our team.
One of the most helpful tools for our church
HARMAN SHARDA • Associate Pastor, Journey Church (Calgary)
Real-time feedback from peers and Rich--plus the latest data and resources--helped our team make smarter decisions and grow with confidence.
Easy, applicable impact--starting day one
GREG GRIFFITH • Pastor, King of Kings Church
We implemented quick wins after Christmas and built a clear plan for Easter. Learning from churches ahead of us has paid dividends--and is shaping our DNA.
Quick-Action Bonus
Ends November 19
Apply by November 19 and unlock an exclusive, on-site strategy day with Rich Birch.
Rich will spend a full day with your team at your church, helping you:
- Evaluate your facility: Walk through your guest flow and identify what’s helping or hurting first-time connections.
- Train your staff on Invite Culture: A live, helpful session introducing the Five Gears of Invite Culture and how to put them in motion.
- Custom Training Tailored To Your Church's Needs: Rich will pull together a training experience specifically tailored to the needs you identify for your team.
This hands-on day (a $3,500 value) turns the Incubator from a distant goal into a living plan — custom-fit to your church and ready to launch.
Apply Now to Claim Your Bonus
Enrollment closes November 19 at midnight ET, and this in-person experience disappears with it.
Churches cover travel costs for Rich’s visit; the on-site day itself is included at no additional fee.
What Growth Looks Like
Real churches, real numbers, and real stories of transformation through Church Growth Incubator.
Collaboration that sparks fresh creativity
AUDREY EISENBERG • Executive Pastor, Verve City Church (CA)
Our comms lead connected with peers, gathered best practices, and stayed accountable. Expert voices and community have been game-changing for our team.
An outside look under the hood--with clear next steps
ASA SLAUGHTER • Lead Pastor, Disciples Church
Practical tweaks, focused team conversations, and a detailed follow-up report helped us smooth our processes and move forward with confidence.
30 percent year-over-year growth with stronger systems
STEVE ALLEN • Director of Operations, North Bramalea United (ON)
Revamped "New Here," clearer generosity pathways, and deeper volunteer engagement-- all fueling healthy attendance growth.
We've seen our church grow the right way
JEFF BRODIE • Lead Pastor, Connexus Church (ON)
Church Growth Incubator helped cultivate passion for reaching our community--and gave us practical systems to support that growth.
Church Growth Incubator
is a significant commitment because it delivers significant results.
- Option 1: $1,000 per month (12 monthly payments)
- Option 2: $10,000 paid in full for the year (save $2,000)
Apply by November 19 and receive a bonus on‑site day where Rich will come to your church to audit your weekend and help you design your invite culture plan.
Enrollment is limited to ensure personalized attention.
Ask yourself: What is the cost of staying stuck? Our goal is to help you earn back your investment quickly, so the rest of the year is pure momentum.
According to The Unstuck Report (Q3 2025), weekly per-capita giving in U.S. churches averages $58. That means your church would only need to grow by four new people to cover the direct cost of the Church Growth Incubator!
FAQs
Who is the Incubator really for?
Healthy, outward-focused churches that want a repeatable invite-culture system to reach more people. Churches with attendance of 500ish to 2,000ish are benefiting from the cohort today.
Is this just theory?
No. It’s built for implementation: twice-monthly working calls, clear frameworks, done-for-you tools, and two in-person retreats to move ideas into action.
What kind of results have churches seen?
Recent cohorts report 2.9× attendance on Big Days, 4.22% of weekly attendees as first-time guests, and 38% serving — evidence of momentum that sticks.
How much time will this take?
Plan for two live calls per month (LABS, INTENSIVES, Fast-Action Q&A, Growth Mechanics) plus practical implementation between sessions. We publish topics months in advance so the right people can be “in the room.”
What if our team can’t make every call?
No problem. Calls are designed as working sessions with clear next steps; if someone misses, the play still advances at the next live touchpoint. (You’ll also get retreat alignment twice a year.)
Can (and should) we bring multiple team members?
Yes — churches get more traction when they participate as a team. Bring the leaders who have weekend experience, follow-up/assimilation, groups, next steps, and communications.
Our church is already healthy and growing — why join?
That’s the best time. The Incubator is an acceleration coaching that helps strong churches build systems to sustain and multiply momentum instead of stalling at the next ministry challenge.
What if our staff isn’t fully bought in yet?
Totally normal. The process creates clarity and alignment through data, peer examples, and simple next steps; most teams move from hesitant to all-in once they see the wins.
Do we need a marketing budget or fancy tech?
No. The core is people, processes, and five invite-culture “gears” your church can run with tools you already have.
What access do we get to Rich?
A lot. Rich leads the live calls, attends retreats, and engages between sessions — most churches describe him as “part of our team.”
What’s the investment — and how do churches justify it?
$1,000/month or $10,000/year (save 2 months with the annual plan). Many churches cover the investment quickly by modest growth plus improved retention/serving — the program is designed to produce measurable, budget-impacting outcomes.
Is there any reason to act now?
Yes. Apply before November 19 to unlock the Quick Action Bonus: a full, on-site staff day with Rich (facility walkthrough, Invite Culture training, and a custom workshop design) — a $3,500 value. Churches cover travel; the on-site day itself is included.
What happens after we apply?
We review your application and, if it’s a fit, you're in! Plus, you could also choose to schedule a call with Rich to ensure Church Growth Incubator aligns with your goals and confirm your spot in the cohort.
You already have what it takes to reach more people ... you just need a plan and the right push.
Apply now to lock in your spot and start building an invite culture that fuels lasting growth.
The best time to start? Before another Sunday passes.
I can’t wait for you to join us in the Church Growth Incubator and to hear the incredible stories of impact coming from your church!
The best is yet to come,
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