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A Pastor’s Battle to Save Historic Churches | Rev. Jake Dell
An inspiring conversation with Reverend Jake Dell, pastor of the First Congregational Church of Woodbury, Connecticut, founded in 1659. Rev. Dell shares his journey to become an Episcopal priest, then to taking on leadership of a dying historic church in an attempt to revive a congregation with 355 year legacy. Also discover his bold vision for a donor intent litigation trust to hold mainline institutions accountable and revive America’s Christian heritage.
CHAPTERS:
(00:00 Introduction)
(01:04 Rev. Dell’s Journey to Ministry)
(05:02 The Need for Operation Reconquista)
(08:51 What Is Operation Reconquista?)
(12:29 Why Rev. Dell Is Optimistic About Revival)
(14:31 Understanding Congregational Churches)
(17:25 Reviving a 350-Year-Old Church)
(27:52 Secrets to Growing a Congregation)
(34:08 The Donor Intent Litigation Trust Idea)
(47:58 Next Steps for the Litigation Trust)
(50:01 Closing Thoughts)
REV. DELL'S LINKS:
🌐 The First Congregational Church of Woodbury - https://www.firstchurchwoodbury.org/
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