The Timothy Project

Healthy ministry depends on more than vision — it also needs people who can help make the vision happen. In this episode of the Timothy Project Podcast, Chad Hunsberger talks with Baxter Bentley, Executive Pastor at Northbrook Baptist Church in Cullman, Alabama, about the often unseen but deeply important work of supporting ministry leaders, building systems, and helping the church move forward wi...

What does it look like to pastor with a long view in mind? In this episode of the Timothy Project Podcast, Chad Hunsberger sits down with Jason Cook, senior pastor of Fellowship Bible Church, for an honest conversation about ministry, leadership, church unity, and surviving the difficult seasons of pastoral life. Reflecting on his first five years as lead pastor, Jason shares lessons learned throu...

What does it actually feel like to walk into your church for the very first time? In this episode of the Timothy Project Podcast, Chad Hunsberger sits down with Liz Cuenin, Minister of Membership and Assimilation at Dawson Baptist Church, to talk about creating a church culture where guests feel seen, welcomed, and connected. From parking lot signage and greeter teams to membership classes and one...

In this episode, Chad talks with Colonial Heights’ Worship Pastor, David Leonard, about the practical and theological considerations behind song selection in the worship service. The Timothy Project Podcast will resume in August. 

In the final part of this series, Chad talks with Scott Lucky on the importance of friendships in pastoral ministry.

In this episode, Chad continues the series on the importance of friendships in pastoral ministry, joined by Matthew Smith.

In this episode, Chad talks with Brian Crawford on the importance of friendships in pastoral ministry.

This week, Chad is joined by Rob Dent, Director of Communications at Colonial Heights Baptist Church. Together, they explore both the practical strategies and theological foundations behind building an effective communications ministry. Rob will also be leading a breakout session at the Timothy Project Conference this May.

In this podcast, Chad talks with one of Colonial Heights' Field Workers about the importance of training and sending well within the local church.

This week, Chad and Jerry explore a Christian perspective on technology through the lens of Scripture.

This week, Chad talks with Colonial Heights’ pastor of discipleship, Drew Baum, about discipleship structures within the local church.

We're thankful for the Lord's goodness in giving The Timothy Project another year to serve pastors and ministry leaders. In this episode, Chad and Jerry share what they're most excited about in the coming year—and the upcoming Timothy Project Conference on May 4–5! Register for the conference now on our website to join us there!

In this week's podcast, Chad sits down with Pastor Jacob Simmons to hear about his approach to sermon preparation and improvisation. 

On this week's podcast, Chad sits down with Pastor Jeremy Burrage to hear how his church operates a unique annual budget.

This week, Chad and Tim sit down with Dr Greg Belser to hear about his involvement with the Simeon Trust and the importance of investing in the next generation of leaders in the Church. 

This week, Jerry sits down with Chris McAlpin to discuss budgeting, generosity, and how ministry leaders can think through how to steward their resources well. 

In this episode of the Timothy Project Podcast, Chad talks with Pastora Acosta about the benefit of short and long term missions work in Honduras. 

In this episode, Jerry and Chad talk to Tim Jack, the new director of The Timothy Project. 

In today's episode, Jerry and Chad look back at The Timothy Project Conference 2025, and look ahead to the summer by discussing ways to be present with family, rest, and recharge.

In this episode, Jerry and Chad discuss the intentional plan that was put in place to come alongside families as they disciple their children from birth through high school graduation. Attached is the Family Ministry Strategy that Colonial Heights created. https://colonialheights.org/familyministrystrategy/

In today's episode, Jerry and Chad discuss one of Colonial Height's mottos - Saved To Be Sent. 

In this episode, Jerry and Chad talk about details surrounding our upcoming conference on May 5th and 6th! Visit our website for more information about the conference.

This episode is a repost from 1 year ago today, and has Jerry and Chad discussing all the details that go into planning and prepping for Easter. We'll be back to releasing new episodes on April 1st.

In this episode, Jerry and Chad discuss ways that you and your staff can look for ways to grow and develop leaders from within your church body.

In this episode, Jerry and Chad discuss qualifications for different levels of leadership roles within the church and how to go about setting those requirements in place.