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Episode 159: Youth Are Either Leading or Leaving: An Interview with Lyle Griner
On this episode we talk to Lyle Griner about how to make sure your students aren’t bored with church, but excited about it. And the solution may surprise you. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Episode 158: The Art of Church Staffing: Insights for Finding the Right Candidate
In this episode, we discuss the challenges and opportunities of finding church staff in the post-pandemic era while sharing plenty of helpful insight along the way. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Bonus: Camp Director Kyle Gray on camp games, camp food, and life change
We know that summer can be a little different in the world of ministry, so we’re mixing it up and dropping a bonus episode of the Ministry Architects podcast for you to enjoy. During our extended conversation with Camp Director Kyle Gray, Renee took a few minutes to ask him some rapid-fire questions covering everything…
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Episode 157 – Fund-raising and Stewardship: Building a healthier more sustainable perspective
On this episode, we introduce a new way to think about stewardship and fundraising in your ministry that encompasses budgeting, relationships, as well as how you communicate and teach about finances and giving. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Episode 156 – Unlocking the Power of Camp Ministry: Breaking Down Walls and Opening Hearts
This episode is all about camp. We’ll uncover the secrets behind breaking down walls and opening hearts, discuss strategies for recruiting dedicated volunteers and leaders, and give tips for addressing parents’ concerns about camp. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Episode 155 – The Future of Discipleship: A Fundamental Shift
On this episode we’re talking all about the state of discipleship with Pastor Rob Dyer. These post-pandemic times are creating fresh opportunities for a shift in church culture, and we believe that’s a good thing. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Episode 154 – The Successful Campus Pastor
In this episode Trabelus and Renee talk with campus pastor Anthony Prince and Brent Parker about campus pastoring and provide 8 tips that will help any campus pastor be successful. Be clear of the wins of a campus pastor. Understand that your role is to support the senior pastor. Be clear about supporting structures…
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Episode 153 – Adaptive Church – A Conversation with Dustin Benac
In this episode we sit down with the Author of Adaptive Church: Dustin Benec and he shares about his book, the process, and empowers you with next steps on how your church can be more adaptive. Full Show notes
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Episode 152 – BAGS – Parenting that lightens the load for you and your kids, interview with Chris Sasser.
Full Show Notes Today we talk with the author of “BAGS,” Chris Sasser, who names the 8 common bags we carry, identifies the heaviest bags, and provides tips for parents who want to help their kids lighten the load. Visit the BAGS website. Purchase the book: BAGS: Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load Connect with…
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Episode 151: Seven mistakes churches make when launching campuses (and how to avoid them)
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Episode 150: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Building a Ministry Where People Feel Like They Belong
On this episode we discuss practical approaches to diversity, equity, and inclusion in ministry. We’ll cover things like story-telling, understanding the difference between being welcome and feeling like you belong, and creating systems to ensure everyone has a seat at the table. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Episode 149: The Easy Yoke: leading healed, healthy, and free
In this episode, author Michaele LaVigne explores what it’s like to lead well in a world of full of noise and burnout. Along the way she gives advice about how ministry leaders can stay grounded in a deep, genuine walk with Jesus.
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Episode 148: Healthy rhythms, how to pace your growth, and other key lessons from 2022
Today we’re talking with Ministry Architects president Trey Wince about some of the key lessons churches can learn from 2022. Then we’ll share some of the new ways our team is looking to partner with and support churches in 2023. FULL SHOW NOTES:
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Episode 147: Remarkable moments, hot chocolate backpacks, and the end of dead end events
On this episode, Angie Wysocki shares from her experience as a professional event planner on how any ministry can increase the impact of their events without increasing stress or expenses. We’ll talk about the idea that people support what they create and guidance on creating remarkable moments at all of your events. Full Show Notes
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Episode 146: Spiritual Strategery: Finding the balance between systems and Spirit
On today’s episode we’re talking to Bill Kennon diving into how good systems can build culture, save you time and money, and unlock potential in your ministry. We’ll also explore how to prevent a system from making your ministry feel stale and key indicators you can use to evaluate the systems in your organization. FULL…