SCBA Leadership Podcast

What is discipleship? How can churches strategize for discipleship, from the parking lot to the area of service in the church? In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Dr. David Hardage, the Director of Church Engagement for Texans On Missions. David has also served many years in the pastorate and as the Executive Director for Texas Baptists (BGCT). In this conversation we talk about the ins...

What are the different kinds of teams in ministry and how are they unique? What is "psychological safety" and why is it important on a team? How can teams improve their communication and why is it important? In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, is joined by Dr. Michael Godfrey, founder & president of TRUE COURSE. He is also the author of With...

How can pastor respond faithfully in the face of a crisis?   What should church leaders expect in the aftermath of tragedy?   What can pastors do now to prepare for a day they hope will never come?     In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, interviews Dr. John Crowder who has served as the pastor of FBC West for over three decades. During his tenur...

Why did Matt start a podcast?   What surprised Matt about being a DOM?   What does Matt miss about pastoring?   What words of encouragement (and challenge!) might Matt give to pastors? What about to church members?   In this episode Dr. Walter Jackson turns the tables on podcast host Matt Singleton. Walter, a fellow DOM for the Guadalupe Baptist Association (Victoria, Texas), interviews Matt and,...

How can ministry leaders prepare their members to understand and interact with AI? How can a Biblical understanding of the imago dei aid Christians in their view of AI? What is the upside and what are the downsides to AI?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Dr. Katie Frugé. Joining in on the conversation is Pastor Jeremy Pritchett...

What are a few keys to giving input on selection of ministerial staff? How can you work well with existing staff? How can the lead pastor dismantle silos and help everyone stay on the same page? In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, is joied by Pastor Dr. Josh Breslaw and Pastor Justin Lopez (FBC La Grange) as they interview Dr. Dennis Wiles, Seni...

How does the South Texas Children's Home Ministries help single moms and children in need of a home?   What opportunities are there for children who age out of STCHM after high school graduation?   What's it like to be a primary or relief house parent at STCHM?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Joel Bowden, Boothe Campus Director...

In the summer of 2025 we had several guests join us by Zoom to talk to our ministers about preaching. This podcast is a recording of one of those conversations, which we are releasing as a series. We had a morning cohort and an evening cohort for bi-vocational pastors. Sometimes we will put the two conversations together and often you’ll hear one group refer to the other.   In this episode we have...

What are the four key elements of a healthy small group or Sunday School class?   What are three essential avenues for discipleship all churches need?   What are some keys to welcoming new guests?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Phil Todd , Spiritual Formations Team Leader in the Church Health & Leadership Ministry of the S...

In the summer of 2025 we had several guests join us by Zoom to talk to our ministers about preaching. This podcast is a recording of one of those conversations, which we are releasing as a series. We had a morning cohort and an evening cohort for bi-vocational pastors. Sometimes we will put the two conversations together and often you’ll hear one group refer to the other.   In this episode we have...

In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Laura Taylor. Laura is the Women's & Pastor Wives Associate for the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention and long-time pastor's wife. She graduated from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. For the last 25 years, she has been involved in women’s ministry a...

In the summer of 2025 we had several guests join us by Zoom to talk to our ministers about preaching. This podcast is a recording of one of those conversations, which we are releasing as a series. We had a morning cohort and an evening cohort for bi-vocational pastors. Sometimes we will put the two conversations together and often you’ll hear one group refer to the other.   In this episode we spok...

How can ministers (or members!) grow in their understanding of God (theology)? Where might they start? What resources are helpful?   What is New Covenant Theology and how does it differ from Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, and Pastor Scott Townsend (FBC Pettus) visit with Dr. Blake White, who serves...

In the summer of 2025 we had several guests join us by Zoom to talk to our ministers about preaching. This podcast is a recording of one of those conversations, which we are releasing as a series. We had a morning cohort and an evening cohort for bi-vocational pastors. Sometimes we will put the two conversations together and often you’ll hear one group refer to the other.   In this episode we spok...

How can ministry leaders strategize through prayer?   What are the challenges students on college campus face and how can parents and ministers help prepare them?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Drew Humphrey, Next Gen & College Pastor at Highland Baptist Church in Waco, Texas. He is also the Collegiate Mobilizer for the So...

In the summer of 2025 we had several guests join us by Zoom to talk to our ministers about preaching. This podcast is a recording of one of those conversations, which we are releasing as a series. We had a morning cohort and an evening cohort for bi-vocational pastors. Sometimes we will put the two conversations together and often you’ll hear one group refer to the other.   In this particular podc...

In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, and Pastor Scott Townsend (FBC Pettus) visit with Janice Weaver, Executive Director for the South Texas Pregnancy Care Center in Seguin, Texas.    Check out the resources we mention in the podcast at the links below: The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center South Texas Pregnancy Care Center's FaceBook Page Baby B...

In the summer of 2025 we had several guests join us by Zoom to talk to our ministers about preaching. This podcast is a recording of one of those conversations, which we are releasing as a series. We had a morning cohort and an evening cohort for bi-vocational pastors. Sometimes we will put the two conversations together and often you’ll hear one group refer to the other. In this particular podcas...

What does the Oasis in the Pines offer ministers who are looking for a place for personal retreat?   What is uniquely grueling about pastoral leadership?   What can churches do to help pastors sustain healthy rhythms?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Dr. Andrew Hébert, Lead Pastor of Mobberly Baptist Church in Longview.   Check...

What does an association do and how is it different than a state convention?   What role does pay and time off play in the tenure of a pastor?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Dr. Ryan Jespersen, Executive Director for the Dallas Baptist Association.   Asking, Seeking, Knocking: Transitioning Churches in an Urban Context by Dr....

What is Biblical worship?   How can multiple generations worship together?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Dr. Matthew Nix, Professor of Music and Worship at Clear Creek Baptist Bible College in Pineville, Kentucky.

How do you know a ministry program or even needs to end or be retooled? How can NextGen ministry (pre-school, children, students) work together? How is Texas Baptist (BGCT) serving those ministering to children?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Jennifer Howington, Pre-School and Children's Ministry Specialist with the BGCT (Texa...

How can volunteers be utilized in student ministry? In what ways are student ministry leaders responsible to parents? What is Texas Baptist doing to equip student ministry leaders around the state?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Kurt Krodle, Youth Ministry Specialist with the BGCT (Texas Baptist). Though Kurt is new in his rol...

How can pastors help their staff set effective ministry goals? What can pastors do to keep staff and church from getting into a rut? How can pastors build consensus amongst leaders when making significant decisions?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, and Pastor Jeremy Pritchett (FBC Kenedy) visits with Dr. Brian Hill , Senior Pastor at FBC Co...

How can student leaders survive stupid decisions and angry parents? What questions are young and experienced ministers asking? Which resources are best for understanding youth culture?   In this episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the South Central Baptist Area, visits with Dr. Grant Byrd, the Student Ministry Associate with the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention .