Plant Pod

If a church really lived out everything we have talked about regarding Kingdom, Disciple and Society, what would happen? We discuss this on today's podcast as we wrap up our mini series on Kingdom Framework. Speakers on this episode: Brian Hook, Makenna Ayres, and Rob Romej We are collecting questions for our "Kingdom Framework" series. Please email your questions to: rob@aspiretucson....

We continue our conversation through our Kingdom Framework series as we begin the conversation about "Church" which is the last of the 4 areas of focus in this church planting framework. Before we really talk about how the church looks with a Kingdom Framework, we first discuss what the Bible tells us about church and it's function. Join us on today's podcast! Speakers on this epis...

In the last episode we ended with the question: "What would it look like if you planted a church purely based on prayer?" What would happen? How would it look different and what things would have changed based on previous experience. Join us for today's discussion in one of my favorite episodes with Pastor Ashley Evans. We are collecting questions for our "Kingdom Framework" se...

All Jesus followers can learn to spend time with God and pray more intentionally. What does it look like as a pastor to lead your church body into a healthier rhythm of praying? We are collecting questions for our "Kingdom Framework" series. Please email your questions to: rob@aspiretucson.com Speakers on this podcast: Brian Hook, special guest Ashley Evans, Robert Romej, and Makenna Ayres

This is part 4 in our series talking about Biblical church planting that we have been referring to as a "Kingdom Framework". Starting with scripture we see that Jesus sends out His disciples as "lambs among wolves" in Luke 10. What are the principals behind this passage and how does this apply to Biblical church planting? We are collecting questions for our "Kingdom Framework&#...

This is part 3 in our series talking about Biblical church planting that we have been referring to as a "Kingdom Framework". In this episode we describe why "disciple" is the second piece after "kingdom" in this framework by looking at scripture and also talking about some common misconceptions revolving around this topic. We are collecting questions for our "Kingdom Fr...

This is part 2 in our series talking about Biblical church planting. We refer to it as having a "Kingdom Framework" because according to the Bible, you should first focus on the Kingdom of God. What does it mean to start with the Kingdom of God as it says in the New Testament? Join us as we talk through the first of four main categories we see in scripture about church planting principals!...

What if we were to put all models and strategies for church planting aside for a moment and ask ourselves: "What principals does the Bible tell us for planting a church?" Does the Bible have enough to say about church planting? Or does it leave us with gaps that we need to fill in the blanks on how to do this? This is the first part of our mini-series on planting a church with a "kingd...

After having a conversation on the last episode about abiding with God both individually and together, we now talk about leading together. We specifically talk about having a teaching team for our church and how that has shaped and effected how we prepare for the direction and messages for our church body. The speakers on the podcast for this episode are: Brian Hook, Robert Romej and Makenna Ayres

The Bible tells us to "abide" in God. This is primary for all Jesus followers and something that leaders of churches and church plants need to be doing in our own lives. Join us as we talk about abiding and how it is unique to each one of us. The speakers on the podcast for this episode are: Brian Hook, Robert Romej and Makenna Ayres

For those of you that believe you may be called to plant a church, where do you start? Who do you talk to? When do you talk to the leaders of the church you are at and what if they don't take it well? Join us as we talk about some practical steps based off of years of church planting experience. Speakers on today's episode: Brian Hook, Robert Romej, and Makenna Ayres

Today's discussion was recorded the week after Easter 2024. We talk through church planting and multiplication, addressing the question: "Should all churches multiply, or is it optional?" We also talk about the types of people who should plant churches and how that might be different from a pastor. Speakers for today's episode are: Brian Hook, Robert Romej, and Makenna Ayres

How can a church equip their people to make disciples "as they are going" about their lives where they work, where they live and where they play? What kind of impact would this have on our city? Join us as we talk about loving our city through each of our domains!

If you are part of a small church, or a brand new church plant, it is easy to ask: "Can we really make an impact if we are smaller than other churches?" Regardless of the size of your church, we are all called to make disciples. In this episode, we talk about how some things are actually easier for smaller churches! Don't miss out on the unique opportunities of a smaller church, or the...

As a church we have to be ready to deal with both the highs and the lows. This may not be a popular topic, but it is definitely practical. Join us as we walk through a recent death in our church family and talk about what things you can do today to get ahead of it for the future. You will also learn a little bit about the history of how Aspire Church here in Tucson started. Speakers: Brian Hook, R...

As we continue our conversation with church planter Nic Burleson, we dialogue and hear how hospitality is one of the most critical things with not only their local church, but also with their global engagement. Speakers - Brian Hook, Robert Romej, Makenna Ayres and guest Nic Burleson. Mentioned during the podcast - https://www.reviveinitiative.com/ #jesus #churchplant #churchplanting #aspiretucson...

What does a church planting pastor really go through? We talk about planting a college church and walk through Nic Burleson's first hand experience with their church plant from the past 10 years. Speakers - Brian Hook, Robert Romej, Makenna Ayres and guest Nic Burleson. Mentioned during the podcast - https://www.reviveinitiative.com/ #jesus #churchplant #churchplanting #aspiretucson #reviveini...

What are the fundamental things that every church should have? As you get ready to plant a church or as you continue to shepherd the people among your existing church, what are the foundation pieces that every church should have? Join us as we discuss what elements often get viewed as 'optional', rather than seeing them as 'foundational' according to what we read in God's word....

How can we join God in His "eternal purpose"? We see in Ephesians 3 that there is an "eternal purpose" of God. If 'eternal' means 'forever' then this eternal purpose of God would be important before we existed, while we live and long after we leave this world and spend eternity with God. Join us as we talk about what that is and how this effects our life as Jesus fo...

This is the 'springboard' of our podcast! Out of all the things in the life of following Jesus, why would we pick the topic of "church planting" to devote an entire podcast to? We believe the topic of "church planting" will cover all aspects of a Christian walk in weeks to come! Speakers: Brian Hook, Robert Romej, and Makenna Ayres

Meet the Plant-Pod team! Who are we, how did we all end up at Aspire church in Tucson and why are we talking about church planting? Speakers: Brian Hook, Robert Romej, and Makenna Ayres