The Called Creative: Recent Episodes
Southern Baptists of Texas Convention
The Called Creative Podcast is intended to encourage and champion creatives who are called to use their gifts to further the Gospel. We cover relevant topics, discuss recent trends, and help untangle some of the most complicated topics when it comes to being a creative in the church. The host of the show is Koby Dickenson. This podcast is created by the SBTC and provided through Cooperative Program giving.
Koby wraps up the podcast with a final message to the listeners. Thank you for listening to the Called Creative! For other resources, please visit sbtexas.com.
In this episode, Koby talks with Lance Crowell about introverts and extroverts. They talk through some hidden strengths as well as some areas that you can improve on as creatives. Lance Crowell is the Senior Strategist of Digital Ministries and Communications at the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention.
In today's episode Koby is joined by Josh Brown. They discuss the story of Josh's company, HIS Productions and discuss some of the ins and outs of starting something new from the ground up. Josh Brown is the founder of HIS Productions based out of Indiana.
Today Koby is joined by Jason Earls. Jason shares his heart on dealing with frustrations as a creative and some ideas on how to work through them. Jason Earls is a Stand-Up Comedian based out of Dallas, TX.
In this episode, Koby sits down with Luke McElroy, founder of the Salt Community. Luke talks about one of his books named “Creative Potential.” They discuss what it means to have creative potential and some ways that you can unleash it in your life and creative calling.
When we overthink things we can quickly become our own biggest critic and in turn be the one to eventually talk ourselves out of doing something that God has gifted us to do. In this episode, Koby talks through some things that you can remember as you put up a fight and use your gifts for what they were intended for.
Today’s conversation is an important topic for creative leaders to consider when leading their creative teams. In this episode, Koby is joined by Ben Stapley. They will discuss specific ways that you can recruit, resource, and reward your creative teams. Ben consults with churches and speaks at conferences throughout the year on topics surrounding communication and creativity in the church.
Today Koby is joined by Sherita Harkness. They discuss the idea of making your gifts available to God. They talk about discovering your gifts, focusing them, and having confidence in them. Sherita is the owner of Trading Fourz in Chicago, IL.
In this episode we talk about the challenges of collaborative relationships, ways to build them from the ground up, and some ideas on how to be a better team player on your staff. Koby is joined by Will Welch. Will is the Creative and Online Pastor at Eagles View Church in Fort Worth, TX.
In this episode Koby shares a few traits that an apprentice looks for in a master that we should be looking to God for as his apprentices.
Today's discussion is about how creativity plays an active role as part of the Christian life. Casey Hensley and Koby Dickenson talk about ways to integrate your creativity with your everyday work. Casey is a songwriter and is also currently serving as the worship pastor at Old River Baptist Church in the East Houston area in Old River, Texas.
In this episode Koby is joined by Katie Allred, founder of the nationally known Church Communications group, an assistant professor of marketing at Mobile Alabama and the co author of a new book called, “Instagram Posts that Worked.” They'll talk about the importance of community among creatives. Where you can find it and why you should have it.
2020 is in the books! In this episode, Koby gives a quick preview of what is to come on the podcast in 2021. We can't wait for yall to hear the new episodes!
In this episode, we’re going to discuss a creative’s voice in a team atmosphere. We’ll walk you through a system called 5 Voices and explain how you can use this tool to help discover your voice and be empowered to use it within your team. Mitch Tidwell is the Lead Associate of Students & Collegiate at the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention.
In this episode, we talk about the relationship between the senior pastor and the creatives in the church. We walk through a few ideas on how to improve this relationship. Keeney Dickenson is the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Crockett, TX.
In this episode, Koby talks about Mindset. He gives you three things to focus on as you go about your work week to help your mind stay set on the mission that you are called to do.
Today Tim and I will be talking about what it looks like to use visual story to communicate the gospel in today's world. Tim Lapointe is a Youtuber and Visual Storyteller based out of North Carolina.
In this episode we’ll be talking about what it looks like to be an authentic creative by staying true to yourself and who you are in Christ. Jason Earls is a Stand-Up Comedian based out of Dallas, TX.
In this episode, we’re going to discuss a creative’s voice in a team atmosphere. We’ll walk you through a system called 5 Voices and explain how you can use this tool to help discover your voice and be empowered to use it within your team. Mitch Tidwell is the Lead Associate of Students & Collegiate at the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention.
In this episode we’ll cover four different stages that an idea goes through as it goes from concept to completion. Caleb Lasater is the Social Media and IT Catalyst for the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention.
In this episode we’ll talk about the challenge of balancing work with family life and how you can be intentional about switching gears so that you can be fully present with your family. Russell Lightner is Graphic Designer and the Owner of Lightner Creative.
In this episode we discuss what you should look for when building a creative team and how to bring the best out of them. Josh Merriott is the Communications & Technology Pastor at Cross City Church in Euless, TX.
In this episode we’ll talk about ways to prevent creative burnout and some ideas for how to handle it if you’re currently going through it. Dillon Chase is a national recording artist based out of Oklahoma.
Creative margin is essential to any creatives workflow. In this episode Koby breaks that down and gives some steps on how you can generate creative margin in your week to week structure.
In this episode we talk about the importance of storytelling in the church and give some insight on how you can improve your story process. Will Welch is the Minister of Storytelling & Interactive Media at Cross City Church in Euless, TX.
In this episode Steven defines what it means to be called and gives some advice on what you can do as next steps as you chase after God's call on your life. Steven Polk is the Pastor of Creative Arts at Fivestone Community Church in Garland, TX.
Welcome to the Called Creative Podcast. Our goal is to encourage and champion the church creative. We aim to answer questions and cover topics that are relevant to your work at hand.