Rooted Pastors

The Rooted Pastor

Religion EN ↓ 100 episodes

Join J. Kevin Butcher and the Rooted Team for a weekly conversation addressing head-on the complexities facing pastors and churches all within the context of becoming more deeply rooted in God's love.

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Rooted Pastors

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Religion

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Latest episode

Mar 30, 2026

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Episodes

Thoughts for Clergy Appreciation Month 29.10.2022

In this week's episode, Pastor William Mack shares his thoughts on the ongoing struggle and importance of finding balance between work and life, and also encourages clergy especially during Clergy Appreciation Month!

Abide22 Retreat Gratitude and Reflections 21.10.2022

This week Pastors Kevin Butcher and Kevin Hu reflect on the Abide22 pastor's retreat at Colorado Springs, CO. Pictures from the event can be seen at www.rootedministries.co/abide22.

The Struggle to be the Perfect Pastor 11.10.2022

In this week's episode, Pastor William Mack and Kevin Hu talk about the external AND internal expectations of what a pastor ought to be and how we can stay rooted in the love of God while navigating these expectations around us.

Pushing through things that we actually need to deal with 04.10.2022

In this week's episode, Pastor William Mack reflects on a recent retreat exercise that drew attention to some past hurts and wounds that were not being addressed. He encourages pastors and church leaders here to recognize the importance of dealing with our pain rather than just simply pushing through it.

These signs might indicate we need more healing 27.09.2022

In this episode Kevin Hu shares a brief intro to his own healing journey since stepping down as a senior pastor. The rest of the podcast is part 1 of 3 episodes shared by Pastor Kevin Butcher from October 2019. These full episodes are still available through our podcast feed.

Is the love of God enough? Conversation with Kevin Butcher, William Mack III and Kevin Hu 20.09.2022

In this episode, pastors Kevin Butcher, William Mack III and Kevin Hu share an honest dialogue about navigating difficult topics like race while finding themselves rooted in the love of God.

Ministry Update and Encouragement from Kevin Butcher 14.09.2022

God continues to use Rooted Ministries to reach pastors, church leaders and their families across the country. In this week's episode, Pastor Kevin Butcher shares a few updates along with some ways we can continue praying for and supporting the ministry here at Rooted.

A Conversation About the Need to Perform on Sundays 06.09.2022

In this episode, Pastors William Mack and Kevin Hu have a conversation about how some pastors feel the need to "perform" at the pulpit, and how the love and goodness of God empowers us to teach and lead more freely.

The Healing Power of the Love of Jesus 30.08.2022

This week Pastor J. Kevin Butcher speaks into the deep longing and needs we all have that can only be found in the love of Jesus. 

Performing While Holding Our Own Pain 23.08.2022

In this episode we revisit a podcast given by Pastor Kevin Butcher regarding our need to take our pain to the Father while we minister and hold the pain of those entrusted to our care.

Livestream from YouTube - Balancing Work and Family Life 16.08.2022

In this episode Pastor William Mack and Kevin Hu have a discussion on a YouTube Livestream and address the various challenges of pastoring and trying to be present to our families.

What are the stressors in your life? 10.08.2022

In this episode Pastor William Mack reflects on some of the different stressors pastors have faced in the last few years.   

Being and Doing 02.08.2022

In this episode Pastor William Mack talks about the importance of embracing who we are as beloved children of God and how our being flows into our doing.

Interview with Kevin Butcher - People, Ideologies, and Issues 26.07.2022

In this episode, Pastor Kevin Butcher talks about the importance of seeking and keeping the love of Christ at the center of the work we do as pastors and followers of Jesus.

Importance of Honest Connections 19.07.2022

This week Pastor William Mack and Kevin Hu talk about the importance for pastors to have safe individuals in their lives to be fully honest with. To connect with a Rooted pastor, visit our website and click CONTACT.

How It All Started - Interview with J. Kevin Butcher 12.07.2022

In this week's episode, J. Kevin Butcher shares some of his own journey including how Rooted Ministries began. Kevin Hu, our Connections Director also joins this podcast as the interviewer.

ABIDE22 Retreat Reminder & Scholarships 11.07.2022

ABIDE22: Connecting with Jesus and One Another. Our first in-person retreat is October 17-19 in Colorado Springs, CO. For more information including registration and scholarships, go to ABIDE22 at www.rootedministries.co.

Pastoring With Depression 05.07.2022

This week Pastor William Mack talks about what many pastors and church leaders experience, but might be too ashamed or just don't know how to talk about it.

Pastoring Increasingly Polarized Churches 28.06.2022

This week Pastor Kevin Butcher talks about how the polarization of churches can take a toll on pastors seeking to share Christ in a challenging time.

Podcast Update from Pastor William Mack 21.06.2022

Beloved brothers and sisters! In this podcast, Pastor William Mack shares a brief update regarding our podcast hiatus and what you can expect in the near future. Look forward to more regular episodes and updates!

ABIDE22 Retreat Announcement 16.05.2022

We are excited to announce our first ever in-person retreat which will be held October 17-19, 2022 at the Glen Eyrie Conference Center in Colorado Springs, CO. Registration is now open. To register or for more info, visit www.rootedministries.co . Full and partial scholarships are also available!

A Space to Breathe 29.10.2021
Relationships - and healing from wound and trauma 08.08.2021
Introducing Pastor William Mack - our first pastoral care associate 22.07.2021
An Interview With Our Three Daughters About Being A Pastor's Kid 20.03.2021

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