Bridge Fellowship Podcast

Brandon Crawford serves as lead pastor of First Baptist Church, St. Johns. His new book is Frontier Faith: The Stockbridge Indians and Jonathan Edwards . Listen as he talks about Edwards, early American history, and its importance for us today. Brandon's book is scheduled to be released in October 2026 by Reformation Heritage Books .

The annual Church Ministries Conference equips and encourages church members in their ministries. This year's event features Jeremy Kimble and over 70 ministry-specific workshops. Find out more and register at the conference website.

Josh Putnam is the new executive director of Continental Baptist Missions , but he is no stranger to their ministry. Listen as he talks about pastoral work, chaplaincy, and how Michigan churches can partner for gospel advancement.

Dean Taylor talks about two books he's written recently to serve pastors and churches ⁠ . The Healthy Pastor Pathway to Pastoral Ministry

Michael Riley concludes the 2025 annual conference by preaching from Romans 8.

Mark Shaw preaches on prayer during the third session of the 2025 annual conference.

Steve Lister challenges and encourages pastors during the second session of the 2025 annual conference.

Doug Crawford opens the annual conference with a sermon from James 1.

For many years, First Baptist Church of St. Louis has intentionally been involved with their community in significant ways. Listen as Derreck Jewell and Phil Maxwell talk about their efforts to serve the people of St. Louis, MI.

Kelly Fath talks with Kevin Moses about what to expect at this year's annual conference--including some new additions and adjustments! Conference webpage

Brian Knight and Ross Shannon talk about a free conference in the UP for ministry leaders. Conference information and registration

In this episode, Jason LaFlamme talks with retiring pastor Ray White about God's work in his life and his ministry at Curtis Baptist Church.

Brian Algie, Rob Tahtinen, and Kevin Moses talk about new church partnerships and recent ministry trips.

In this episode, Jason LaFlamme talks with Billy Martini about God's work in his life and the recent numerical growth at Brimley Baptist Church.

Bill Abernathy talks about how he's serving pastors and churches through Church Assistant and his new book, Shepherd Change . You can find the book at Regular Baptist Press and Amazon .

In this episode, Josh Greiner talks about the importance and value of counseling and how all Christians can grow in their ability to disciple one another. Grand Rapids counseling training fall 2025 ACBC podcast: Truth In Love 518

Over the last few years, a growing partnership has developed among churches in the northwestern region of the Lower Peninsula. Rich Chasse and Greg East talk about the process and benefits of this collaboration.

In this episode, Andrew Manwarren talks about E4:12 -- what it is, why it exists, and how to be involved. Learn more about E4:12 ⁠ here⁠ .

Rob Tahtinen shares experiential wisdom about youth ministry and his burden for teens to serve. Learn more about Bridging Youth on Mission here .

Chris Howard and Jeff Gunderman talk about the pastoral transition taking place at Berlin Baptist Church.

In this episode, Kevin Moses talks with Jeff Gunderman about his decades of pastoral ministry, ways that he has benefited from our state fellowship, and his advice for church leaders.

Zach Horn talks about a recent book from Matthew Barrett and how true knowledge of God must direct our lives and ministries. Also mentioned in this episode: Clearly Explained videos Ligonier State of Theology survey

Pastors Felicien and Brian share how God brought a new church into existence.

Ross Shannon preaches Psalm 116 during the final session of the 2024 Bridge Fellowship Conference.

Brian Knight preaches Psalm 1 during the second session of the 2024 Bridge Fellowship Conference.