Pastor to Pioneer

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton interviews Josh Chaffin, who shares his journey from traditional pastoral ministry to a more disciple-making approach. Josh reflects on his upbringing in the church, his transition into pastoral roles, and the challenges he faced while trying to engage college students in their faith. He discusses the importance of discipleship, the need fo...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton hosts Jeff Duerler and Andy Dalton from LifeSpring Community Church in Cincinnati. They share their unique journey from traditional church settings to pioneering microchurch movements. Jeff discusses his long pastoral journey, the transition from multi-site to autonomous churches, and the divine guidance that led them to explore church plan...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton Smith interviews Mark Douglas, exploring his journey from a traditional pastoral role to a more transformative approach to ministry. Mark shares his experiences of feeling inadequate and frustrated within the prevailing church model, the challenges he faced in his ministry, and the realizations that led him to seek a different path. The con...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton Smith interviews Suzie Judd, a pastor and catalyst for disciple-making movements. Suzie shares her journey of faith, her early life, and the formation of her church with her husband, Matt. They discuss their approach to evangelism, the impact of signs and wonders, and the importance of empowering believers to share their faith. Suzie emphas...

In this episode, Nick Roe shares his journey from being a youth pastor to stepping away from the traditional church model to pursue real estate and personal wellness. He discusses his early faith experiences, the challenges he faced in church leadership, and the business mindset he applied to ministry. Nick reflects on the struggles with bitterness and the importance of seeking help, ultimately le...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton interviews Duncan Slaughter, who shares his transformative journey from a life of partying to becoming a devoted follower of Jesus. Duncan recounts his early life filled with challenges, a supernatural encounter that changed his perspective, and his eventual decision to pursue seminary and church planting. He emphasizes the importance of di...

In this conversation, Britton Smith and Neal Karsten explore the complexities of transitioning church models, focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by different approaches to disciple-making. They discuss three primary paths: transitioning existing churches, adopting a hybrid model, and pioneering new works. The conversation highlights the emotional and practical difficulties face...

In part 2 of our mini series, Neal Karsten join us again to discuss 8 different cracks we see in the foundation of the institution. The conversation explores the challenges faced by modern churches regarding branding, competition, and the implications of centralization versus decentralization. They emphasize the importance of aligning church practices with biblical foundations rather than merely f...

This is episode 1 of a special 3 part podcast series with our guest Neal Karsten. In episode 1,  Britton and Neal navigate the complexities of church community, discipleship, and the impact of COVID-19 on traditional church models. They reflect on their experiences of gathering in homes, the challenges of empowering others, and the need for foundational changes within the church system. The discus...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton interviews Guy Caskey, who shares his transformative journey from a troubled youth to a passionate disciple-maker and church planter. Guy discusses his early struggles with identity and substance abuse, his radical encounter with God, and his subsequent call to ministry. He reflects on the challenges of navigating traditional church culture...

In this episode, Britton and Daniel Towner discuss Daniel's journey from a non-church background to becoming a pastor and pioneer in Philadelphia. Daniel shifted from an acting career in New York City, to a pastoral role in ministry, including a role as a director of discipleship, and is now pioneering a simple movement. The conversation highlights the importance of faith, community, and the pursu...

In this episode, Mark Goering shares his transformative journey from a traditional pastoral role to embracing a simple church model focused on disciple-making. He reflects on his struggles with faith, identity, and mental health, and how a group of believers helped him find authentic faith. Mark discusses the challenges he faced while trying to implement new methods of church leadership and the ev...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton interviews Chris and Sarah Greenwood, who share their journey from traditional pastoral roles to exploring new forms of ministry. They discuss their early life experiences, the challenges of pastoral expectations, and the importance of discipleship. The conversation highlights their realizations about the limitations of traditional church m...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Joe Schimmels from NOVO shares his transformative journey from a non-religious background to becoming a passionate disciple-maker. He discusses the importance of inner healing, identity in Christ, and the loneliness often felt in pastoral roles. Joe emphasizes the distinction between apostolic and pastoral epistles, advocating for a movement mindse...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer Podcast, Britton interviews Brent Hoffman, a former worship pastor and church planter. Brent shares his journey from being a worship leader to leading multi-site churches, discussing the challenges of church growth, leadership sustainability, and the shift towards discipleship and simplicity in ministry. In this conversation, Brent Hofen shares his transfor...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer Podcast, host Britton interviews Todd Linder from Launch Point, which works with people transitioning from ministry to the marketplace. Todd discusses his background, the challenges faced by pastors transitioning out of ministry, and the importance of aligning personal values with organizational culture. Todd emphasizes the significance of relationships ove...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, host Britton talks with Mike Wiggin, who shares his journey through pastoral ministry, church planting, and the evolution of his approach to disciple making. Mike discusses the challenges he faced in his early ministry, the dynamics of raising a family with young marriages, and the importance of simplicity in ministry. He emphasizes the need for a...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton hosts Pocho and Ale Blanco from Costa Rica, who share their inspiring journey of faith, ministry, and the radical changes they have embraced in their ministry. They discuss their personal stories of coming to faith, the challenges of traditional church structures, and their transition to a more disciple-focused approach to ministry after th...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton and Dana Bryan discuss the emotional and relational journey of transitioning from traditional pastoral roles to simpler, house church models. Dana shares his personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of relationships in fostering transformation and maturity. They explore the role of Jesus in this journey and encourage listeners to in...

In this episode of the Pastor to Pioneer podcast, Britton and Chris Galanos discuss the transformative journey of church planting and the shift from traditional models to a multiplication-focused approach. Chris shares his personal story of starting a church in Lubbock, Texas, the challenges faced during the transition, and the importance of prayer and community in ministry. They explore the signi...

In this conversation, Jordon Baker shares his journey from being an associate pastor to engaging in disciple making movements. He discusses the natural progression of his ministry and the importance of prayer and community in fulfilling the Great Commission. Jordon emphasizes the need for flexibility in disciple making, the significance of abiding in Jesus, and the value of collaboration with othe...

Bo Johnson shares his journey from being a pastor to transitioning his church to meet in homes. He discusses his passion for house churches and the importance of building relationships and making disciples. Bo explains the process of selling the church building and the challenges they faced. He also talks about the benefits of house churches, such as increased intimacy and focus on discipleship. B...

Lewie Clark and Ryan Seibert share their journeys from the institutional church to disciple-making work in Chicago. They discuss the challenges of integrating disciple-making and pastoral ministry, the importance of love and hospitality in building kingdom communities, and the role of singles and families in discipleship. They emphasize the need for tailor-made discipleship and the value of proxim...

Rick and Ashley Socks share their journey from getting married young to becoming pastors and eventually starting a home church. They faced challenges in their marriage and ministry, including infertility, health issues, and strained relationships. They share their journey of transitioning from traditional church ministry to a more organic and family-focused approach. Through their experience, they...

Steven Lee shares his journey from being a pastor in a traditional church to starting a house church. He talks about the challenges he faced and the questions he had to wrestle with, including his identity and the role of preaching. Steven emphasizes the importance of personal transformation and authenticity in ministry, rather than just following a specific model. He shares a powerful story of a...