The Training Sessions

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Jacob talks with Emilee Irwin and Jason McFarland about GEM's Arts Impact Zone, but the conversation goes beyond that. They discuss what art includes, the power of art and the importance of connecting with others whether you are an "artist" or not. Episode Links: Hutchmoot Cinema Outreach Theology of Film Outreac...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he talks with Stefan Hanger of GEM Germany to discuss the GEM Initiative of Impact Zones. The conversation goes deeper than what impact zones are, so listen if you are interested in how to collaborate with others and the power behind collaboration. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan M...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Jacob as he interviews Wendy Yaeger about her organization, Keep Watch, whose mission is to cover every school in prayer. Wendy discusses her organization, but also discusses how to take it from idea to ministry. Keep Watch can be found at  Website App Apple Store Google Play Instagram @keep_watch_prayer Facebook YouVersio...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he interviews Jon Burns, the President and CEO of GEM International, on the topic of the Gospel. They go back to the basics of what it is and how it should impact our lives. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Jacob as he interviews Nelutu, a Romanian pastor, who has been working hard to welcome the unwelcome. Biserica Baptista Sfanta Treime (Nelutu's church) M4 Europe Church Planting Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt and Ian as they discuss what internships look like, their importance and why both sides of the internship can benefit. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Jacob as he interviews Eric Wakeling, pastor of Calvary Santa Ana and Chairman of the board for GEM International, about how his church partners with both GEM as a whole and GEM missionaries as well. If you want to know how your church can better partner with missionaries or organizations Eric has invited you to email him...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he talks with Chris and Jennifer for our last GEM Core Value round table on Stewardship. It's not all about the money. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he interviews Kris Bettinger about GEM benefits. It is a GEM specific episode today, but if you are interested into the importance of benefits and why Kris believes his role is a valuable component to GEM's ministry (Matt and Jacob both whole-heartedly agree!). Email Kris Bettinger Email Joshua Birchfield (Pri...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. It's another interview with a co-host episode. Join Jacob as he interviews Matt about how art can not only be a hobby, but it can be your ministry. Matt has been using art in ministry for years, both in Dublin and in Kansas City.  Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email u...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he talks with Jesse about his 40 year career with Greater Europe Mission; what he learned, what he wished he knew and what he is doing now that he is "retired." Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join co-hosts Matt and Jacob as they discuss GEM's core value of Passion. They discuss how passion can impact your life as well as your ministry. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Jacob as he interviews Gene Harter, the head of Greater Europe Mission's short term team group, GEM Teams. For more information on how GEM Teams can help you, go to their website and inquire. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Jacob, Jesse and Kim as they discuss GEM's core value of Community. What does it means for GEM? What does it mean for all Christians? Simplest Way to Change the World: Biblical Hospitality as a Way of Life Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsess...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he talks with co-host Jacob about the importance of hobbies as well as how hobbies can be an impactful part of your ministry.  Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Jacob as he discusses singleness in the mission field with Jennifer. Jennifer is a counselor as well as the head of the Wellness team within Greater Europe Mission. If you are single this will be a great episode for you, but even more so this episode is for all those who have singles in their life. “Singles need married pe...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he talks with Allie and Leslie as they discuss the GEM core value of Transformation. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join Matt as he talks with Christie Lothamer about the micro church movement and how it can help people feel comfortable in church in a post-church environment. For more on micro churches: Journey Communities Micro Church Network Christie Lothamer Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsp...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join us for this episode where we discuss the Birkman method and how the assessment can help you be a better employer, employee, souse, etc. Links from the show: Spiritual Gift Inventory Dana Cherry (Dana.cherry@gemission.org) Birkman Method Article by Birkman for creating stronger teams Tell us what topics you'd like us t...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. It's the second round table discussing GEM's core values. In this episode Kate, Joel and Ed discuss the core value of leadership. Join us to learn how to lead, develop and care for those that you lead in your life. Motivating by Appreciation Inventory Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan M...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join us as we interview Tim Smith, the head of the People & Culture Department in GEM. Matt and Tim discuss the 3 F's and how to encourage growth. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join us as we talk to Sherry Pogue, professional counselor and master host at Restored and Renewed Ministries. Jacob and Sherry discuss the importance of rest for everyone as well as how to exhibit hospitality to those who need it. Join Sherry or support his ministry at the Chateau Clairefontaine Restored and Renewed Ministry T...

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join us for our new monthly series of roundtables. For the next six months we will be looking at the 6 core values of Greater Europe Mission. This month Matt discusses Humility with Rob and Tim. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join us as we talk with Richard Carson of Asset Ireland to discuss how you can make a real and lasting impact on your community. Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzsprout Email us at thetrainingsessions@gemission.org

Send us a text and let us know what you'd like to hear about next. Join us as we talk with, the head of GEM eDOT,Rick Winford about using technology in you ministry. Listen to answer the question, "Do you actually need to use technology?" Contact Rick at: rick.winford@gemission.org rwinford@gemedot.com   Tell us what topics you'd like us to cover by sending us Fan Mail via Buzzs...