The Acts2028 Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Brian Seidel and TJ Samuelu are two friends and CHOG (Anderson, IN) Pastors that are called to revitalize the existing church in the Pacific Northwest.
Brian and T.J. are back to explain the long gap between episodes and to wrap up season 3.
Covid is not over, but we are in a new phase as we move forward from the pandemic. Brian and T.J. talk about a few key concepts to keep in mind as we pursue Christ in this new post-Covid environment.
The week after Easter, or any big ministry event, is a dangerous time for most leaders. Brian and T.J. discuss ways they have learned to avoid or at least minimize this critical time in the rhythm of leadership.
TJ and Brian are back with the conclusion of their conversation with Allen Chaney. There is much to be gleaned from this rich conversation!
Brian and T.J. are back and discuss the last two principals to help you speak better every week. Whether you are in a regular teaching role, or a different role within your church, all four of these principals will help you fulfill your role better.
Brian and T.J. explore four principals that will help you communicate God's word more effectively every week. Speaking to the same audience every week as a Pastor comes with a few challenges, but it can be done well if you do these four key things.
Brian and T.J. are back for another season and discuss some new goals, changes, and updates on navigating ministry life.
In the final episode of season 2, and the completion of the first year of the show, Brian and T.J. discuss the good, the bad, and how God has worked. No matter what church you are in, it is always going to be a mixed bag. But there is hope whenever God is involved!
Brian and T.J. discuss the importance of time off, sabbatical, weekly rhythms, and all things that play into a self care routine. Guilt often times holds us back, and sabotages longevity in ministry. Do the right thing now, so you will still be around later!
Church structure can seem pointless and annoying, until you really need it. Brian and T.J. discuss how each of their churches are structured, and some good and bad experiences with decision making.
We all hunger for community, and leadership can be a lonely place. Brian and T.J. discuss ways they have found community within their church, the Pastoral world, and built an inner circle of people to confide in. Are you hungry for more community?
There are lots of opportunities and traditions centered around holidays, what role does the church play in it all? God does love parties!
Guest Marcus Archer joins TJ and Brian as they discuss their experiences with all things church as Lead Pastors. Marcus lives and serves in Natchez, Mississippi at Crosspoint Church.
Speaking on a weekly basis is something most pastors do, but how they prep and plan varies widely. T. J. and Brian discuss their trends, routines, and best practices.
The conversation continues about conflict and tough conversations. These situations are never fun, but they can be a key to moving forward with your mission.
T.J. and Brian are back to kick off the second season of the show. After catching up about a busy summer, they dive into the topic of tough conversations. This is something that unfortunately every leader has to navigate. Not only will you get some practical tips and encouragement, but also more marriage analogies than you ever need!
As Brian and T.J. wrap up this first season with talking about how their families have been involved, and very important in their ministries.
In this episode Brian and T.J. discuss the different ways you can lead change without insulting the past.
In this episode Brian and T.J. talk about evangelism and discipleship and how every church needs to find a healthy balance between the two. They also bring up a few other "funny church words"!
Many leaders serve from a pretty empty place. Not only does this pull down the quality of your work, but also can lead to burnout. Brian and T.J. discuss things they do to keep themselves from going down this road.
T.J. and Brian discuss everything from Easter traditions to community reputations, and how to evaluate what you keep doing and what to stop. There often times are no easy answers, but you need to be asking the right questions to make the wise decision.
On this episode we welcome our first guest interview; Jim Lyon, General Director of Church of God Ministries. Him speaks to how to honor history, the importance of the established church, and what it really means to pastor.
Brian and TJ get together again to discuss how they and their churches have worked through the last year with COVID-19. Online presence, hybrid church, and the announcement of our first guest interview!
Brian and TJ reflect upon the life and influence of Mel Snider, who had a profound influence in each of their lives as well as the larger faith community.
Once you are in your role, what do you do first? What do you do next? Do you change stuff quick or slow? Brian and TJ share their experiences once they hit the ground in their new roles.
On this first full episode, Brian and T.J. talk about how they met and how they ended up in their current roles. Everyone has a story, are you listening and obeying God's voice in your life?
Meet Brian and TJ, as they share their hopes and vision for this new podcast and explain why Acts 20:28 is the theme verse.