Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchRethinking Ministry: The Power of Co-Vocational Leadership in Church Growth
Season 6 Episode 60
Pastor Robert Balduc shares his journey from corporate life at Ford to planting St. Peter Lutheran Church and becoming an intentionally co-vocational…
1 year, 1 month ago
Prior Approval in the LCMS: the Need for Transparency and Trust
The prior approval process for LCMS leaders lacks transparency and is creating distrust and division when qualified candidates are removed without ex…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Biblical Case for Raising Up Leaders in Your Church
Season 6 Episode 58
Tim and Jack explore why developing church leaders locally is both biblical and essential for church health and growth.
• The urgent need for leadersh…
1 year, 2 months ago
The Value of Walking Together: How Church Plans Protect Workers
Season 6 Episode 57
Jim Sanft, President and CEO of Concordia Plan Services, breaks down the differences between single-employer church plans and multiple-employer denom…
1 year, 2 months ago
How the LCMS Can Live in Concordia (Harmony)
Pastor Andrew Jones shares insights on unity within the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, exploring how harmony functions differently from uniformity a…
1 year, 2 months ago
Holy FOMO: How to Build an Invitation Culture
We explore the theological and practical foundations for creating an invitation culture in your church and why it's essential for long-term growth an…
1 year, 2 months ago
Feel Like Your Church is Invisible? Church Marketing Conversation from an LCMS perspective
Season 6 Episode 54
Discover actionable church marketing strategies to boost attendance and connect with your community. This episode emphasizes the importance of authen…
1 year, 2 months ago
Leaving the LCMS... Pastor James Whatley’s Unexpected Story
Season 6 Episode 53
A heartfelt journey of ministry transformation emerges as we chat with Pastor James Whatley, who shares vital insights on stepping away from traditio…
1 year, 2 months ago
Does Branding Matter for Churches? With James Saleska
Season 6 Episode 52
The episode delves into the significance of branding in church ministry, emphasizing how identity and storytelling play crucial roles in reaching new…
1 year, 2 months ago
Journey of Faith: Reverend Dr. Dale Meyer on Ministry, Culture, and Personal Growth
Season 6 Episode 51
Rev. Dr. Dale Meyer shares his profound insights on faith, ministry, and the church's evolving role in a rapidly changing world. He emphasizes the si…
1 year, 2 months ago