Jamison Jones

Creative Church Leadership Podcast

Religion EN ↓ 24 episodes

Helping pastors and church leaders grow healthy, thriving churches through culture, systems, and leadership. Discover how creativity in problem-solving, music, art, and strategy can unlock fresh ways to disciple, organize, and inspire your teams.

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Jamison Jones

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The Growth Principle Pastors Are Too Afraid to Apply 17.11.2025 14:24

Why do some churches consistently break through growth barriers while others stay stuck at 500, 700, or 800 people—even when they're running more ministries and programs than ever before? The answer has nothing to do with how hard you're working and everything to do with three strategic shifts that most pastors are too afraid to make. This episode walks you through three areas your church...

Three Questions That Will Transform Your End-of-Year Giving Campaigns 27.10.2025 11:59

Why do some church giving campaigns dramatically outperform others while most fall flat—even when pastors faithfully mention them from the pulpit? The answer has nothing to do with how often you ask and everything to do with three strategic shifts that most churches completely miss. In this episode, I'm revealing the uncomfortable truth about why your end-of-year giving campaigns might be work...

CCL 024 : Ask Me Anything Episode 18.02.2015 51:01

CCL 024 : Ask Me Anything Episode Earlier this week I sent out a video on twitter and I asked the community if they had any questions for me to answer on my show. I had a great time answering these questions and giving my thoughts regarding these topics.

CCL 023 : Let’s Make Better with Blaine Hogan 07.01.2015 36:33

CCL 023 : Let’s Make Better with Blaine Hogan Announcements Today I have an interview with Blaine Hogan to share with you. The twins are home. We’re getting no sleep because they’re on a 2 hour feeding time. If you haven’t already, remember to pick up my new ebook, Creating a New Church Culture.

CCL 022 : God is in the Business of Miracles 28.11.2014 22:23

CCL 022 : God Is In The Business of Miracles Content In this episode I give updates on why I haven’t released a podcast in over a month. And I share on the success of The Lead Conference. Announcements The Lead Conference was a success.

CCL 021 : Do You Have A Culture of Survival? 07.10.2014 24:54

CCL 021 : Do You Have A Culture of Survival? Content In this episode you’ll find my thoughts regarding a survival culture versus a creating culture within your church. I share how a survival culture can lead to stagnancy and a lack of momentum. I also share my thoughts on how to gain momentum within your teams.

CCL 020 : Give The Drummer Some 26.09.2014 34:53

CCL 020 : Give The Drummer Some In this episode I give you a ton of URL’s to check out. Announcements Celebrate My One Year Anniversary With Me! I celebrated my one year anniversary of being a podcaster!!! To celebrate I’m moving my show from a twice a month released podcast to a weekly podcast.

CCL 019 : Family and Personal Updates 18.09.2014 23:34

CCL 019 : Family and Personal Updates In this episode I update you on all the amazing things God is doing in my life and my family’s lives. Announcements The Lead Conference Hosted by International Family Church October 22-24th, 2014 CreativeChurchLeadership.com/lead Consulting Do you need help launching your creative team?

CCL 018 : How to Build Successful Team 12.09.2014 40:40

CCL 018 : How to Build Successful Teams Announcements The Lead Conference Hosted by International Family Church October 22-24th, 2014 CreativeChurchLeadership.com/lead Creative Church Leadership Worship Course 8 Week Course Live Q&A Get in on the soft launch with deep discounts CreativeChurchLeadership.com/WorshipCourse How to Build a Successful Team.

CCL 017 : The Myths of Creativity with David Burkus 05.09.2014 41:08

CCL 017 : The Myths of Creativity with David Burkus David Bukus, author of The Myths of Creativity, is a professor at Oral Roberts University. He’s also a leadership expert and speaker. David debunks the so-called myths of the creative process and the stereotypical “creative artist.” David and I discuss some the the myths of...

CCL 016 : Reigniting My Passion For What I Do Because of Cliff Ravenscraft 28.08.2014 23:03

CCL 016: Reigniting My Passion For What I Do Because of Cliff Ravenscraft Cliff Ravenscraft is an “unofficial” podcasting mentor of mine. I model a lot of what I do after him and how he podcasts. Cliff has produced over 30 podcast shows and between he and his wife, they’ve produced over 3000 episodes.

CCL 015 : Pray for Surf with Josh Roberts 12.07.2014 42:10

Creative Church Leadership Podcast CCL 015 : Pray for Surf with Josh Roberts In this episode Josh Roberts joins me again. We discuss his new book “Pray for Surf” and doing greater works than Jesus. Josh breaks down the principles of answering your calling and how they’re tied to your passions.

CCL 013 : Does the Church Really Need Your Creative Gift and Rise of the Underdog with Guest Interview Josh Roberts 21.05.2014 48:13

In this episode I give a few of my thoughts on a scripture I came across and how it marked me. I also have a guest interview with Josh Roberts. Josh talks on his experience on growing a thriving youth group and building relationships. He also talks about his new book, Pray for Surf.

CCL 012 : The Social Church with Guest Interview Justin Wise 15.05.2014 36:52

CCL012 : The Social Church with Guest Interview Justin Wise In this episode Social Media Guru Justin Wise discusses the importance of connecting with people through social media and why the church should learn to connect with people online. You’ll also learn how to build trust online so that people will stop to listen to you.

CCL 011 : Are You a Creative or a Creator? An Interview with Photographer Austin Mann 07.04.2014 49:41

In this episode you’ll find Leadership – It’s like a mirror. And a guest interview with photographer, Austin Mann. In the interview we discuss Austin Mann’s life changing story, who are you creating your art for?, and Creator or Creative, which are you? Links austinmann.com twitter.com/austinmann weld.com

CCL 010 : 5 Steps to Leveraging Your Church and Interview with Lee Cockerell 21.02.2014 49:45

On this episode you’ll find my 5 steps on how senior pastors and high level church leaders can leverage the people of the church toward one focus to make the most impact in the communities they serve. I also interview Lee Cockerell on this episode. Links and Resources leecockerell.com @leecockerell

CCL 009 : 1000 Piece Puzzle – It’s in the Details; and an Interview with Mike Sessler of Church Tech Weekly Podcast 12.02.2014 1:06:26

In this episode you’ll find my thoughts on why I compare the weekend service to a 1000 piece puzzle. I also interview Mike Sessler of ChurchTechWeekly.com and ChurchTechArts.org. REFERENCES & LINKS BOOKS: Deep & Wide: Creating Churches Unchurched People Love to Attend by Andy Stanley Apple iPad Air ChurchTechWeekly.com ChurchTechArts.org twitter.com/mikesessler

CCL 008 : How to Grow Your Church and a Conversation with Planning Center’s Co-founder, Aaron Stewart 28.01.2014 41:26

In this episode you’ll find my thoughts on how to grow your church from the inside out and an interview with Planning Center’s co-founder, Aaron Stewart. Links planningcenteronline.com support@planningcenteronline.com Twitter.com/planningcenter

CCL 007 : A Conversation with Andrew Arbo. Bring Your Background Into Your Creativity, Why We Unashamedly Steal, and How We Prepped Differently for Christmas 11.12.2013 1:01:17

On this show I have a discussion with Andrew Arbo. Andrew is a volunteer at our church. He’s apart of the tech and camera crew, he’s acted in some of our videos, and even rapped on our stage. He’s done some of our creative writing and producing, he’s a great idea guy and he’s a ...

CCL 006 : Creating the Right Atmosphere and Why Web and Printed Content is as Important as the Message with Greg Vinnerholm 25.11.2013 55:01

In this episode you’ll find my take on creating the right atmosphere for your church and it doesn’t start with the preservice playlist. I also speak with Greg Vennerholm from Church on the Move in Tulsa, OK. Greg is in charge of all print and interactive web design for Church on the Move.

CCL 005 : Creating an Atmosphere for Your Church Services Without Spending Money, My Work Schedule and Creativity, and an Interview with Whit George 19.10.2013 1:06:24

In this show you’ll find my work background, an interview with Whitney George, the Creative Arts Pastor at Church on the Move in Tulsa, OK. Creating an atmosphere for your church services without spending money, Marketing for churches, Seeds Conference 2014.

CCL 004 : How to create great art on a consistent basis in 3 steps, artists as the new pastor, and make better… – Interview with Blaine Hogan 01.10.2013 43:17

In this show you’ll find Blaine Hogan’s journey of faith, the artist as the new pastor, creating great art within the church, his process for delivering great art on a consistent basis, and creating art that moves people. Discover how to create art by asking "What themes move me? What story I am I trying..."

CCL 003 : How to get started in film – Interview with Stew Redwine 17.09.2013 51:38

In this episode you’ll find Stew Redwine’s key to getting started. Plus a few funny stories from our past. Resources and Links Stew’s original movies at Worship House Media Stew produce 20 of these pieces for OneTimeBlind Parables Remix Stew wrote a few articles for EchoHub Stew’s short film, 2076 StewRedwine.com

CCL 002 : How to keep people from leaving your church by asking why and an interview with Stephen Brewster of Crosspoint Church 17.09.2013 32:11

In this episode you’ll find how to get the “big win” in your services. The #1 Challenge we all face as creatives. How everyone is creative. Stephen’s resources for inspiration. Resources The War of Art by Steven Pressfield StephenBrewster.me (Website) @B_rewster (Twitter) Crosspoint.tv (Website)