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Discover how Tyler Tankersley fosters authentic community and spiritual growth in church leadership. Learn valuable insights from his journey at Ardmore Baptist Church. In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a vibrant community in church can be challenging. Many leaders struggle to cultivate a culture of hope and genuine engagement among their congregations. In this blog post, we explore an...

Learn how to breathe new life into your church's youth and children's programs. Discover actionable insights from Chris Thomas, a pastor committed to community engagement and faith formation. In today's fast-paced world, churches often struggle to maintain vibrant youth and children's ministries. Many find themselves facing challenges related to engagement, resources, and commu...

Learn how to connect faith to everyday life through meaningful ministry practices. Discover insights from Reverend Preston Clegg, senior pastor of Second Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas, as he shares the challenges and joys of ministry in a changing world. In the realm of ministry, one question often emerges: what truly makes this vocation meaningful? In this post, we'll delve into th...

Discover how Bishop James Dixon inspires transformation in communities through courage and compassion. Learn practical insights on leading with faith and authenticity. In today’s world, many are questioning the role of the church and how it can positively impact society. When I sat down with Bishop James Dixon, pastor and leader at Greater Faith Baptist Fellowship, he shared profound insights on h...

Discover how First on Fifth navigated change, embraced new identities, and fostered community growth through innovative leadership and open conversations.  In today’s dynamic world, many churches face the challenge of adapting to change while remaining true to their mission and community. In this post, we explore how First Baptist Church on 5th in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has successfully na...

In a world where many churches struggle to connect with their communities, Second Baptist Church in Memphis stands out as a beacon of hope and clarity. His approach emphasizes the importance of meaningful relationships, community engagement, and a deep commitment to faith. In this episode, we’ll explore his insights on leading with conviction and nurturing a vibrant community. About Reverend Dr. S...

Rev. Kristen McAtee is pastor of First Baptist Church in Columbia, Missouri. She has been faithful to her call in ministry that has seen many forms, but now she finds herself in the Senior Pastor role. This is a fun listen as she explains finding her way and her voice!

Michelle knows a little something about helping parents journey through adolescence with their teenagers. Fun fact, a lot about leadership can be informed using many of the same skills. This isn't to suggest you are leading, nor should you treat your team as, children, but rather about communication, self-awareness and good old-fashioned paying attention.  Join me for this conversation and if...

That's right, the next evolution of this podcast is here, and it still focuses on what's good ion the world, in ministry and in church.  Look, by focusing on what's good, we are not saying that things are not hard or difficult or messy. We want to look at where we see some of the best of what's happening in our churches, in our communities, in our neighborhoods, and in our live...

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the fifth and final  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This final conversation is  with CBF's Young Adult Ministries Manager, Colin Kroll, where we discuss "Why Calling Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the fourth  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This fourth conversation is  with CBF's Congregational Advocacy Manager, Sharon Felton, where we discuss "Why Advocacy Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the third  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This third conversation is  with CBF's Director of Ministerial Transitions, Jay Kieve, where we discuss "Why Biblical Literacy Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the second  question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This second conversation is  with CBF's Young Baptist Event Specialist, Alishs Seruyange where we discuss "Why Gathering Matters?"

Join me for a conversation as we discuss the first question in a series of conversations about how CBF is seeking to serve the interests of and learn from young adults. This first conversation is  with CBF's Coordinator of Global Missions, Laura Ayala as we discuss "Why Service Matters?"

Genesis Be is a powerhouse voice in the fight for racial justice , including reconciliation work in her home state of Mississippi. She speaks with a powerful voice but listens and builds bridges even more so. Beyond that work, she is a creator of beautiful things from her hip-hop albums , children's book , spoken word poetry , painting , and whatever else she sets her mind to! She has a uniqu...

Judge Dunston is driven by deep principles inspired by her family and her faith.  She is a remarkable steward of our communities through the justice work she has given her life to. Learn more about Judge Ashleigh and her values .

Ministry Incubator founder, among other various glorious titles, Mark DeVries is no stranger to many in youth ministry. He cares deeply for young people and the church. That has carried over into his work with young adults and ministry incubation.  Learn more about Mark's current work with Ministry Incubators , his book we discuss in the podcast, Sustainable Youth Ministry , and the article I...

Dr. Amy Hinkelman, my Campbell University colleague, joins me to talk about COVID, and its ups and downs. She's not into predicting what COVID will do next, but rather ways that we can be smart and faithful as we care for the most vulnerable, our neighbors and ourselves. She also gives a glimpse into who she is and found her way into this work.  Learn more about Amy and how to reach her at he...

It is easy to leave one chapter of our life behind and discount it, even apologize for it. It is much harder but far healthier to give thanks for lessons learned and growth, while also recognizing where there was hurt or even toxicity. Aaron talks about these experiences in his own life as well as why his new projects are so personal and life-giving. Lest you think it is all about him, wait until...

Rev. Keith Mannes served as a pastor for nearly 30 years until he faced a dilemma - serve a church that supported something he didn't feel matched the Gospel or walk away. “ I am to follow the call of my heart to speak into the world as small as my voice may be,” said the 59-year-old lifelong Republican. It was a voice, he said, that was too controversial, too divisive, for this small house o...

Further down you can find Kenda's official bio, but first a quick word about this podcast. The last two years of the pandemic have loosened some bolts that we thought might not be possible for ministry.  Not only that, it showed us that many of the tools we've been holding on to may not serve us well in their current state. We need to find ways to adapt and prepare using what we have in...

Ashley joins Brian to discuss her vocational journey from studying to be a minister to off ramping that endeavor only to find herself doing ministry in the beautiful context of photography. As the owner of Story Photographers , Ashley builds relationships in deep and meaningful ways, often leading her to journey and capture the holy moments in the lives of her clients. Along the way, she ended up...

Mark is the author of  We Aren’t Broke: Uncovering Hidden Resources for Mission and Ministry . He is also an entrepreneur, pastor, consultant, and speaker. He is co-founder of RootedGood , which seeks to create more good in the world through social innovation; executive director at Pres House on the University of Wisconsin's Madison campus; and owner of Elsdon Strategic Consulting . Our conve...

It feels like life is moving ever faster. Perhaps it isn't life at all but rather our inability to be present, to define time in sacred terms, not at Silicon Valley speed. Join me for a great conversation with the man who lives rent-free inside my head when I'm reading his works! For more from and about Andy check out his website and subscribe to his podcast, New Time Religion .

Rev. Andy Hale is a pastor, award-winning podcaster, doctoral student, and dad. He knows a bit about how we connect with one another and how thin the space is between us.  Yet, that thin space seems like a great divide in many relationships. He's got ideas for breaking through so that we can get back to knowing one another as neighbors rather than issues. Learn more about the award-winning po...