The Rooted Pastor

In this episode we welcome our newest member of the team: Pastor Pam Pangborn. For more information about her you can check out her bio at: https://www.rootedministries.co/about .

In this episode, Pastors William Mack and E Jill Riley share a converation around our identity as God's beloved and how often find our identity in other things like where we serve and what we do. A condensed version of this interview was shared at the Refresh23 event in Kokomo, Indiana. Special thanks to Pastor E Jill Riley and Kokomo Huddle! rootedministries.co

Thank you to all of the prayer warriors and donors of this ministry! We are very grateful for the work we get to do because of it. This week we're revisiting a popular podcast where Pastor Kevin Butcher sits down with his wife and three daughters. Together they explore the dynamics and complexities of what it was like growing up and interacting together during Kevin's time as a senior pastor. root...

This week Pastor William Mack addresses our need for healing as an ongoing process and journey, and not to fall into the temptation of seeing it only as a destination.  rootedministries.co

In this week's episode, Pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu share a discussion around the trend of deconstruction and how it can be helpful for all of us as we journey with and toward Christ. rootedministries.co

In this two part discussion, we're sharing a masks off conversation around the deep hurts many pastors often experience when leading vulnerably in their congregations. Pastor William Mack joins this week's conversation. rootedministries.co

In this two part discussion, we're sharing a masks off conversation around the deep hurts many pastors often experience when leading vulnerably in their congregations. Pastor William Mack joins in next week's discussion. rootedministries.co

This week pastor William Mack and Kevin Hu share a conversation on the basics of pastoral ministry and sharing gratitude for the local church leaders and shepherds that show up week after week to care for the flock. For more ways to connect visit rootedministries.co.

We're back! In this week's episode, Pastor Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu share a conversation on healthy resilience, the pain that leads us to deeper intimacy with Christ, and how to navigate the nuances in between. For more ways to connect, visit rootedministries.co.

In this episode Pastor William Mack shares an encouraging word for pastors and church leaders serving faithfully in the local church. He also shares a brief recap of our recent fundraiser. Thank you to everyone who has been praying for and supporting the ministry in various ways! rootedministries.co

In this episode, pastors William Mack and Kevin Hu continue a talk about those post-Sunday or post-sermon feelings that can often be a way for shame to show up in a lot of ways.

In this episode, pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu talk about those post-Sunday or post-sermon feelings that can often be a way for shame to show up in a lot of ways.

In this episode, Pastor William Mack reflects on teachings and themes from a message recently given by Kevin Butcher at Faith Covenant in Farmington, MI. He also encourages those who juggling the busyness of leading ministries and parenting.

Our first fundraiser takes place on February 24, 2023 in Farmington, MI. In this announcement, Pastor Kevin Butcher invites folks to join in or continue their support in prayer and financial giving. For more information on this event you can visit: www.rootedministries.co/love2023

This week we finish a recent conversation between pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu around the topics of healthy vs unhealthy shame. The focus this week is on how shame can be a powerful but short-term fuel to get us to perform... but ultimately is simply not sustainable or intended for us. For more information visit www.rootedministries.co.

In this two-part discussion, pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu talk about the ubiquitous nature of shame and how it drives us, hurts us and even defines us if we let it. Part 2 will be released next week!

In this episode, Pastor William Mack reflects on recent conversations with pastors around giving our all for the ministry. Oftentimes this can lead to neglecting our loved ones without our knowing.

This week's episode features pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu discussing the importance of having alone time to find healing and refreshment, while guarding against isolation that can consume us in very negative ways. For more information visit www.rootedministries.co

New year greeting from Pastor Kevin Butcher and an encouragement for all of our listeners. To connect with our team, visit www.rootedministries.co.

We're so grateful for the many ways people have partnered with us in prayer and generous giving this year. Pastors Kevin Butcher and William Mack share some of their experiences from 2022 and paint a picture for what 2023 looks like here at Rooted Ministries. For ways to give to the ministry please visit www.rootedministries.co/donate.

In this episode Pastors Kevin Butcher, William Mack and Kevin Hu discuss a topic that was requested by our audience. Many church leaders have stepped out of their ministry post for a variety of reasons. But how do we know when it is good, safe or right to step back into a ministry role?

This week's podcast is a revisit to Pastor Kevin Butcher's message from a few years ago. He encourages listeners to acknowledge where they are and to lead in this season from the heart of God. Kevin Hu also shares an invitation for folks to submit future discussion questions/topics. If you would like to submit some ideas, send them to: kevinhu@rootedministries.co.

This week's episode is with Pastor William Mack talking through our battle with shame and why our real struggles and challenges don't necessarily disqualify us from serving in our roles. 

This week we have pastors Kevin Butcher, William Mack and Kevin Hu share some stories about experiences they felt like seminary did not prepare them for.

In this week's "masks off" conversation, Pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu have an unscripted conversation around felt needs and expectations to impress and bringing something new whether it is in a sermon or podcast.