Better Pastors Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Better Pastor's podcast tells the stories of everyday pastors. This is a weekly podcast dedicated to one core principle... WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER! Each week we interview you--the better pastor. We dive into an array of topics from ministry practices, to finding our calling, we talk about the good, the bad, and even the ugly. You might walk away encouraged, or you might walk away with a new idea or resource, but if nothing else, you will know that you are not alone.
Matt talks to Joy about preaching, and making the most of your speaking. Intro Music-Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLASOutro Music-In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Zac and Nicky interview Dale Stephens. They talk about church planting, moral failure and offering life in real death. Stuff Dale talked about:ChattahoocheeChi Alpha Native Missionary Chi Alpha Virginia Tech Moral FailureSurviving is Conquering Powerbeats Headsets Henry Nouwen TED Talks Connect with Dale:FB author page InstagramLinkedInChurch page Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by ... Read More
Matt talks to Kathy about Leadership, specifically visioneering. Intro Music-Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLASOutro Music-In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt, Nicky, and Zac talk to Trinity Jordan about the Covid-19 and the legal ramifications for your church. Connect with Trinity: Launch Consulting Fivestone Legal BETA30 trinity@fivestonelegal.com Twitter Facebook Stuff Trinity talked about: HIPAA Liability Reasonable Human Church & State Intervention Decision Makers Minimize Coronavirus CCLI Force Majeure Intro Music- Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic ... Read More
Zac and Nicky interview Chris Marchand. They talk about Illinois geography, Anglicans, and Christian Schools. For the record, I don’t say that. I’m just quoting Dick Foth in saying that people connect through your weakness. Dick Foth is a wise man! Go get his book! Stuff Chris talked about:Hogwarts SortingA Canticle for LiebowitzCelebrating The 12 Days of Christmas12 Days of ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Kent Sullivan. They talk about handling times of loss in ministry, being an elected official, and pastoring the community. Sponsor –CEPNet.com Connect With Kent –Facebook.com/rksullySIMNAG.org/about/district-staff Stuff Kent Mentioned –Global UniversityCrucial ConversationsIntro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Zac and Matt interview Michael Bowles. They talk about Kanye, Bieber, Alanis Morrisette, and Rebecca St. James. Hi-Lo Red Cow Teen Challenge PJ Masks Jesus is King Nederland, CO Funko Pop Expensify N.T. Wright History and Eschatology The New Testament in Its World Garden City The Booch Method Ironic Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Kathy Kerfoot Cannon. They talk about church planting, traditions, and being a better Christian.Connect With Kathy – facebook.com/kathymkcannon instagram.com/kathymkcannon twitter.com/kathymkcannon KathyCannon.net Sacred.Church Stuff Kathy Mentioned Paper BibleArt Bible Wide Margin Bible Slack The Art of Pastoring Contemplative Reflections Dee Henderson Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI ... Read More
Nicky and Zac interview Bradely Williamson. They talk about MMA, Congregational Polity, and Ed Stetzer. Stuff they talked aboutLeaders.churchThe End of Membership as we Know ItLost and Found Intro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Nicky and Zac interview David Godbout. They talk about Math (Nicky was told there would be no math), Diversity, and Rocky. Stuff they talked aboutMaster’s CommissionDiscipleship EssentialsThe Barbarian Way Intro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt, Zac, and Nicky talk about what the Better Pastors podcast will look like this season. STUFF:Nicky’s PodcastNCUScott’s PodcastMoen ChairRevelTraeger GrillsMinnesota State FairPassion PlannerKing Jesus GospelPaul and the GiftSo Good they can’t Ignore YouAccidental SaintsEducated
Matt and Zac interview Joe Girdler. They talk about castles, mispronunciation, and big cities University of KentuckyAsbury Theological SeminaryVersaille, KY CastleIstanbulLargest CitiesHagia SophiaApostles and ProphetsJoe’s BooksRight Now MediaDake BibleLogosLife and the Spirit Study BibleI’d Chose You Intro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Scott Woller. They talk about Billy Crystal, Podcasts and Coffee shops. Stuff Scott Talked About-Zoom H6Better Pastors Facebook GroupGritGrit to GreatRidgid Power CleanStanley McChrystal Team of TeamsCoach the PersonStart With Why Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt, Zac and Nicky interview Wes Wick. They talk about ministry with those over 50 Southwest Airlines Companion PassDo Hard ThingsHalf TwoYesToServe.com Intro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Zac and Nicky interview Luke Reid. They talk about Australia, Rain in SoCal and Church Planting Stuff Luke MentionedResound ChurchWhat’s AppBase CampMarco PoloThis is MarketingCenter ChurchFrank Lloyd WrightVanuatu Intro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt, Zac and Nicky interview Gene Roncone with his 8 Jedi Master Relational Brokering Tools Stuff Gene MentionedGene’s Podcast1) Collaborative Brokering2) Community Brokering3) Redemptive Brokering4) Resource Brokering — Porn Blocking Resource — Better Pastors Resource Facebook Group5) Mentoring Brokering6) Care Brokering — Shane Couch7) Electronic Brokering8) Interest Brokering
Zac and Nicky interview Courtney Good. They talk about WaWa, Greece, and Audible Stuff Courtney MentionedWaWaSheetzThe Coddling of the American MindThe Whole Brain ChildUnconditional ParentingLove and LogicNo Drama DisciplineDesign CutsAudibleTrelloSlacku40ZapierIFTTT Intro Music –Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music –In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
EvangelAGTSArt of NeighboringJay PathaChurch RefugeesKnownJeremy StephensMoviePassLife at These Speeds
Suicide and Happy PlacesThe Art of NeighboringThe Shelf Life of HappinessStart with Why
Isolation in Ministry Week 1 Better Pastors Facebook Group How to Win Friends and Influence People When You Come Together
Matt and Zac interview Adam Fogleman. They talk about the Urbanization of Africa and the importance of faithfulness in Ministry. The Facebook Live Video Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Adam – 3rdAdam.com Instagram.com/aafogleman Twitter.com/a_fogleman Facebook.com/adam.fogleman Stuff Adam Mentioned – Support Adam Robert Clinton Leader Breakthru Last of the Breed The Barbarian Way Audible Kelly Delp Podcast Intro Music – Rockin’ ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Mike Santiago. They talk about hurricanes, merging churches, and other random things.. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Mike – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ Stuff Mike Mentioned – CMN<10 Convoy of Hope Raleigh, NC Focus Church Brenton Fessler Wilma (882) – most intense Atlantic Basin Hurricane Better Together Together is Better Slack Community Magical Art of Tidying Up Eric Hoke ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Twyla Kuntz. They talk about North Dakota, moving a community through a loss, and Mark Batterson. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Twyla – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ Stuff Twyla Mentioned – Trinity Bible College Man and Woman: One in Christ My Screen Downtime Habitudes Mark Batterson Wild Goose Chase In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Jay Pathak. They talk about Vineyard being a church and not a band, planting churches in communities, and neighboring. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Jay – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ Stuff Jay Mentioned – Mile High Vineyard The Art of Neighboring Google.com LMGTFY The Power of Full Engagement Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Shane Couch. They talk about Fear Factor and dealing with Sexual Addiction. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Shane – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ MissionariesToMinisters.com Stuff Shane Mentioned – SexHelp.com Steps to Getting Healthy: Professional Counseling Getting Into a Group Finding a Sponsor Working the 12 Steps Making Daily Phone Calls to Safe People Worthy of Her Trust Fathered by ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Abby Sterling. They talk about Great America, Monterbay Christian Center, and Good Sabbatical Practices. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Abby – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ Stuff Abby Mentioned – New Hope Santa Cruz Gene Roncone MonterBay Christian Center Sterling Property Management Great America “Incidents” Zac@BetterPastors.com Pinterest Emotionally Healthy Spirituality San Diego Comic Con Duncan Hines Microwave Cakes Intro Music ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Hannah Siegmund. They talk about alligators, being accepting of others, and crocheting and knitting. Sponsor – CEPNet.com BetterPastors.com/Groups Connect With Hannah – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ Stuff Hannah Mentioned – Loome Theological Booksellers Relevant Church Jeremy Stephens Tampa 2 Hannah Preaching South Carolina Alligator Attack Asbury Theological Seminary Open.Church GrowLeader.com Oscar Wilde We Make the Road by Walking The ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Becca Knudsen. They talk about growing up in a cult, women in ministry, and NOT crossfit. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Becca – Facebook.com/groups/BetterPastors/ Stuff Becca Mentioned – Mile High Vineyard Young Life Man and Woman One in Christ The Book of Common Prayer iOS The Book of Common Prayer Android Dan Morrison God’s Voice Within ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Amy Druck. They talk about Mission Trips, Justice and Mission, and Crossfit. Sponsor – CEPNet.com BetterPastors.com/groups Connect With Amy – Better Pastors Facebook Group amy@milehighvineyard.org Stuff Amy Mentioned – Mile High Vineyard Sunday Planning Meeting Better Pastors Mastermind Group Getting Things Done Kites Cats in the Cradle A Resilient Life Invitation to a Journey 16 Personalities ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Donna Barrett. They talk about the job of General Secretary, women in ministry, and the joy of washers and dryers. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Donna – Facebook Twitter GeneralSecretary@ag.org Stuff Donna Mentioned – Doug Clay Jim Bradford Central Assembly Prepare-Enrich Financial Peace University One Thousand Gifts Necessary Endings Grief Recovery Handbook Sanibel Island Nathan Kollar ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Scott Hagan. They talk about leadership, church functions and the idea that, “It’s not what you’ve achieved, it’s what you’ve set in motion.” Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Scott – ScottHagan.org The Language of Influence and Personal Power Stuff Scott Mentioned – Gene Roncone NCU Half Two Grand Rapids First Convoy of Hope Flourishing Churches and ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Karen Hagan. They talk about marriage in ministry, Minneapolis, and North Central University. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Better Pastors Marriage Mastermind Connect With Karen – KarenHaganMinistries@gmail.com Pastor Karen Hagan Facebook Instagram Stuff Karen Mentioned – North Central University Mall of America Stone Arch Bridge Graham Cooke John Maxwell Bethel The Shack Hosting the Presence Adamant Off the ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Bethlehem Backes. They talk about church planting, a cross country ministry journey, and cohorts. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Beth – BethB@NorthwestMinistry.com Stuff Beth Mentioned – CMN Launch Zoom Celtic Way of Evangelism Embolden Mark Batterson Sebastian Joe’s Eldora Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Cynthia Dobbs. They talk about how bad Oklahoma is. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Cynthia – CynthiaDobbs.com Facebook.com/cynthiagandhidobbs Stuff Cynthia Mentioned – OSU Chi Alpha Will Klier Ministry of Help David Lermy Doug Clay Zac Wilkinson Jesus Hearted Woman Sopapilla Cheesecake BetterPastors.com/feedback Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Jody Gurley. They talk about church revitalization, difficult times in ministry, and difficult times in family. Sponsor – CEPNet.com BetterPastors.com/feedback Connect With Jody – Better Pastors Facebook Group Stuff Jody Mentioned – Roll Tide Texas 6A Schools Alabama 7A Schools Mississippi Burning Planning Center Tithe.ly Jim Elliott The Traveler’s Gift Czech Stop Pierogies are Polish Intro ... Read More
Zac and Lisa interview Maria Garriot. They talk about expectations on Ministers Spouses and the stress that can come in planting a church. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Maria – Parakaleo Ministries A Thousand Resurrections Stuff Maria Mentioned – A Thousand Resurrections (Book) Beyond Duct Tape A Praying Life Grant Hamilton Obligatory Tim Keller Center Church Intro Music – Rockin’ ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Gene Roncone. They talk about being the church in new areas, struggling through the great recession, and Zac’s aversion to poop. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Gene – Better Pastors FB Group groncone@highpointchurch.us Stuff Gene Mentioned – Highpoint Podfather Shure SM7B Heil PR40 AKG P220 Apogee All I Did Was Ask Leadership Challenge Leadership Sri Lanka ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview John Alarid. They talk about John’s journey from prison to ministry. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With John – Facebook Stuff John Mentioned – City Reach Springfield My Prison Became a Palace Logos Spirit Empowered Church Acts 2 Model Matthew 1 Corinthians Luke Bruce: Galatians Romans Interpreting the Parables Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Preston Ulmer. They talk about leaving the faith, doubting, and church planting. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Preston – Doubters Club Discover Church in the Highlands Stuff Preston Mentioned – Portmanteau Breaking Bad Breaking Bad Tour UIP Coaching Cluster Butler, AL Engel Scale Benefit of the Doubt The Great Divorce Hamilton Zoom Better Pastors Podcast Feedback ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Joy Qualls. They talk about her new book God Forgive Us for Being Women, which should be read by women and not a women. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Joy – Facebook.com/JoyQuallsPhD/ Stuff Joy Mentioned – Joy’s Book Joy’s Book Review Joy’s First Podcast Austin Channing Brown – Faith Angle Podcast Craig Keener Cheryl Bridges Johns ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Aaron Alexander. They talk about the being a constant learner, being patient in ministry, and growing in observations about race relations. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Aaron – Facebook Stuff Aaron Mentioned – Frisco RoughRiders Hope Fellowship When You Come Together SAGU Love Thy Neighbor The Naked Anabaptist Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Rod Collver. They talk about hard times in Ministry, falling in a bomber in WWII and Denver. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Rod – Facebook.com/rcollver Stuff Rod Mentioned – Open.church Circle Maker The Blessed Life Pickleball Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Anh Johnson. They talk about Sandlot, Difficult People in Ministry, and Vietnamese Food. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Anh – Facebook Stuff Anh Mentioned – Like a Girl Lynden, WA Hillcrest Faithlife (Logos) Accordance Sam Vulnerable Pastor FEEDBACK Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Rob Bennett. They talk about interim ministry, diapers, and life zones. Connect With Rob – Facebook Stuff Rob Mentioned People’s Church Northwest University Jeff Kirkland Making Room for Life YouVersion Bible App Mile IQ Hamilton – Book Hamilton – Play Recalibrate Your Church Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Bret Nettles. They talk about fried bugs, transitioning, and Mississippi. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Bret – Facebook Stuff Bret Mentioned – River of Life Church Kelly Delp 2.0 Culture Code Igniter Media Open.Church Tale of Three Kings From Good to Great Fortnite Matt Laginess PUBG Beijing China Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Sean Jackson. They talk about the great Recession and being a Number 2. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Sean – Instagram Facebook Stuff Sean Mentioned – A Chicken in Every Pot Brenton Fessler Refuge OC Simon Trautmann Richard Hammar Vanguard Notability Over Word Swag Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*** K2 Kelly Delp 2.0 Intro ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Erik Germesin. They talk about merging churches, communion, and being liturgicostal. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Erik – Facebook.com/ErikGermesin Stuff Erik Mentioned – The Office Katy Perry N.T. Wright Alister McGrath Justo Gonzalez Bruce Shelly- Church History in Plain Language Paul Johnson Reformation Thought Theology of the Reformers Lynn Cohick Desiring the Kingdom Erin Bird Open.church ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Angel Flores. They talk about planting a church, killing a spider, and UFC fighting. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Urban Islands Experience Connect With Angel – Facebook Mosaic Church Stuff Angel Mentioned – Christian Church Long Obedience in the Same Direction Goodreads Eugene Peterson Planning Center Online Nabhira Mascarro Kill the Spider War of Art Intro Music – ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Erin Bird. They talk about Church Planting, difficulty leaving, and embarrassing moments in Ministry. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Urban Islands Experience Connect With Erin – Riverwood Church Better Pastors Facebook Group Stuff Erin Mentioned – John Brown University Mattress Mack Astro’s Giveaway Bible.org Logos Accordance Blue Letter Bible Visioneering Gospel Fluency Black Panther Intro Music – Rockin’ ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Nathan Kollar. They talk about Church Planting, Punk Music, and . Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Nathan – Facebook Risen Church Nashville Stuff Nathan Mentioned – Big Toe for Thumb Urban Islands Project Steve Pike Danny Parmelee Kurtis Parks Sticky Teams Arrested Development Lectio Divina Pop Punk Five Iron Frenzy Enneagram Richard Rohr Enneagram How I ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Nicky Stade. They talk about longevity in one place of ministry, organizational skills, and the Carlton. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Nicky – Facebook.com/nicky.stade Stuff Nicky Mentioned – Emily Houser Joel Johnston Priscilla Coffey Jene Wilson Black Panther Inside Out Fences A Thousand Splendid Suns Amazon Fresh Walmart Delivery Target Delivery Audible Stiff K2 She Organizes ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Andy Smith. They talk about unaccredited high schools, crazy taxi driver, and listening to the Better Pastors Podcast. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Andy – SmithMissions.net Andy@SmithMissions.net Facebook Better Pastors Group Stuff Andy Mentioned – Boaty McBoatface Tegucigalpa Airport Landing Child Hope Minnesota Snow Storm Speed the Light Overcast -Zac’s Hack Why Revival Tarries Chronicles of ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Nabhira Mascarro. They talk about the Gaelic language, the Air National Guard, and Ethnomusicology. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Nabhira – Facebookc Stuff Nabhira Mentioned – Scottish Games Stephen Lawhead CBC Teen Challenge Breaking the Shackles AGTS Fuller Seminary Ethnomusicology Air National Guard Wycliffe Planning Center Online Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Emotionally Healthy Spirituality for Leaders King ... Read More
Zac and Karolin interview Nathan Batres. They talk about difficult times in ministry, trying to decide what to do, and different ways to minister. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Nathan – Facebook Stuff Nathan Mentioned – Rêver Group Me Slack The Last Arrow Center Church Review Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview the Better Pastors Delta Group while on retreat. They tell us why they joined a group, and hopefully tell you why you should consider it as well. BetterPastors.com/groups
Matt and Zac interview Kelly Delp. They talk about copastoring, difficult times in ministry, and the idea of milking a cow. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Kelly – KellyDelp.com Instagram.com/KellyDelp Facebook.com/KellyDelp Stuff Kelly Mentioned- David Delp Kelly Delp 1.0 Plague Book Radical Candor Barbara Brown Taylor Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview AG General Superintendent Doug Clay. They talk about growing up in the church, loving people, and leading well. Sponsor – CEPNet.com BetterPastors.com/Groups Connect With Doug – Twitter Facebook DClay@ag.org Stuff Doug Mentioned – Do Big Things Center Church Over 40 iOS App Over 40 Android App The Art of Inspiration Penultimate Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Andy VanDerLinden. They talk about the being a constant learner, being patient in ministry, and growing in observations about race relations. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Andy – OrganizedKidMin.com andy@betterpastors.com Stuff Andy Mentioned – Better Pastors Mastermind Group Todoist Omnifocus Getting Things Done Deep Work Ready Player One A Thousand Splendid Suns What Happened Play Bigger ... Read More
Karolin and Zac interview Korista Lewis. They talk about the being single in ministry, being married in ministry, being a woman in ministry, and having healthy boundaries in all these things. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Korista – Facebook Instagram Stuff Korista Mentioned – Ryan Beaty SAGU Didgeridoo Daring Greatly Building a Discipling Culture The Learning Circle Video The Furious ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Kurtis Parks. They talk about be a Worship Pastor, Church Planting, and lots of books. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Kurtis – BridgesNashville.com Facebook Instagram kp@bridgesnashville.com Stuff Kurtis Mentioned – NCC You Alone Majestic on You Tube Planting Missional Churches Purpose Driven Church Simple Church Urban Islands Project Better Pastors Facebook Group Multiply Right Now Media ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Danny Parmelee. They talk about Hockey, Church Planting, and being better together. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Danny – Facebook Instagram Twitter Stuff Danny Mentioned – Converge MidAmerica Urban Islands Project NHL Standings Bethel University Dr. Boom Spencer’s DMin Dissertation Upwork The Advantage The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Death By Meeting Unfiltered Intro Music – ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Isaac Olivarez. They talk about urban missions, .Isaac’s Journalism, and Running Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Isaac – LoveDenver.org Facebook uodenver@gmail.com Stuff Isaac Mentioned – Coors Field Urban Outreach Denver Evangel University Pentecostal Evangel Isaac’s Article Better Pastors Facebook Group The Forgotten Waysc Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Big Rich. They talk about the being marriage and what ministering to marriages looks like. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Big Rich – GrowingInMarriage.com Instagram Stuff Big Rich Mentioned – The Meaning of Marriage Tim Keller Eric Hoke Sexy Marriage Radio Naked Marriage Joy Qualls 1Password Last Pass Spaceballs The Day the Revolution Began John Grisham ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Jeremy Stephens. They talk about the being a microchurches, what they look like and how they work. And Florida. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Jeremy – Twitter Jeremy@UndergroundNetwork.org Stuff Jeremy Mentioned – University of Southern Florida Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Enneagram Myers-Briggs Type Indicator DiSC Profile Which Powerpuff Girl Are You? Rigid Circular Saw Surprised by Hope ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Dr. Rick Wadholm Jr. They talk about ministering in a different context, kids, and the Doxology. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Rick – wadholm@gmail.com RickWadholmJr.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Stuff Rick Mentioned – Trinity Bible College Teen Challenge Carl Johnson Priscilla Coffey Sam Scalf Google Calendar Discipleship Audible How to Read the Bible for all Its Worth ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Wade Bearden. They talk about saving time and enjoying the arts. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Wade – wadebearden.com twitter.com/wadehance Stuff Wade Mentioned – Sermonary Ministry Pass Google Docs Scrivener Evernote Christ and Pop Culture Christianity Today Relevant Seeing and Believing Podcast Avatar the Last Airbender Raiders of the Lost Ark The Empire Strikes Back The ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Dr. Spencer Boom. They talk about laugh tracks, living in the mystery, and Xbox Ones. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Spencer – Facebook Twitter TheDrBoom.com Stuff Spencer Mentioned – Adam Fogleman Karolin Marakool A Thousand Splended Suns Fences Moana Trolls Midtown Global Market James North The Critical Journey Marco Polo Better Pastors FB Group Center Church ... Read More
Matt interviews Matt McAfee, again. They talk about work life balance? Matt’s Original Episode Connect with Matt – Facebook Twitter Instagram Stuff Matt mentioned – When Work and Family Collide Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt interviews Matt McAfee. They talk about effective ministering in a place you grew up and the question of awareness.. Stuff Matt Mentioned – Podcast Episode Evernote Duet Open.Church Canva Sermonary Communicating for a Change KoKo the Gorilla The God I Never Knew Crazy Love How to be Pentecostal without Speaking in Tongues The Tale of Three Kings Prototype 6 ... Read More
Zac, Ryan, and Sam talk about presents, advent, and Christmas songs Ryan’s Podcast Sam’s Podcast Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Seth Williamson. They talk about Master’s Commission and difficult times in ministry and how to get through them. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Seth – Facebook MyEvangel.com Stuff Seth Mentioned – Dare You to Move Podcast Listening Hacks Audible.com Let My People Think Just Thinking A Tale of Three Kings Mark Batterson Whisper Circle Maker Chase ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Dalton Avery. They talk about campus churches, poop, and Dalton leaves. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Dalton – Facebook.com/groups/betterpastors Stuff Dalton Mentioned – Google Drive Non-Profit Software Pricing In the Name of Jesus David Delp Kelly Delp Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Zac and James talk about UPGRADES!!! Connect With James – facebook.com/jrnorth twitter.com/jrrnorth James@pasadenachristiancenter Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Art Thomas. They talk about Biblical Healing and Healing Ministry. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Art – artthomas.org supernaturaltruth.com Stuff Art Mentioned – Craig Keener Edit Better The Heavenly Man Paid in Full Voice of God Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac and Karolin Marakool interview Lisa Russi and Joy Krajicek. They talk ministry to the trafficked in southern France and the finer literary points of To Kill a Mockingbird. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Lisa – Lisa.Russi@gmail.com Facebook.com/lisa.rues.54 Connect With Joy – JoyKrajicek@gmail.com Facebook.com/joy.krajicek Stuff Lisa and Joy Mentioned – Canva Emotionally Healthy Leadership Podcast The Kite Runner ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Caleb Clements. They talk about resiliency in Ministry. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Caleb- iTunes Spotify Twitter.com/calebclements Instagram.com/calebclements Caleb@cepnet.com Blog Stuff Caleb Mentioned – Quiet Introverts in the Church Ordering Your Private World WorshipCentral.org Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire The Book of Mercy Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Will Klier. They talk about college ministry, difficult times, and good things happening in college ministries. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Will – DCFDavis.org Will’s Missions Account Stuff Will Mentioned – UC Davis Slack God is Good Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Kent Sullivan. They talk about handling times of loss in ministry, being an elected official, and pastoring the community. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Kent – Facebook.com/rksully SIMNAG.org/about/district-staff Stuff Kent Mentioned – Global University Crucial Conversations Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Zac and James talk about Travel Deals Connect With James – facebook.com/jrnorth twitter.com/jrrnorth James@pasadenachristiancenter Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Michael Lane. They talk about the being a constant learner, being patient in ministry, and growing in observations about race relations. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Michael – Facebook.com/michael.lane.75248 Stuff Michael Mentioned – PBS SpaceTime Joy’s Podcast Priscilla’s Podcast Emily’s Podcast Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast 5LQ Andre’s Podcast Dan’s Podcast Assemblies of God Ministers Under 40 ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Brenton Fessler and Loren Zamora. They talk about Better Pastors Peer Networking Groups. Connect With a Group – BetterPastors.com/Groups Listen to Loren and Brenton Brenton Loren Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Andre Anderson. They talk about the Anderson List and difficult times in ministry. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Andre – AndreAnderson.com TheAndersonList.com TheAndersonSystem.com Instagram.com/theandreanderson Instagram.com/theandersonlist Stuff Andre Mentioned – Cadre Dr. Garland Owensby SAGU Nate Yeske Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Splatoon 2 Nintendo Switch Intro Music -c Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music – In Your ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Tuesday. They talk about ministering in difficult contexts. Sponsor – CEPNet.com Connect With Tuesday – Better Pastors Page Better Pastors Group Stuff Tuesday Mentioned – Google Translate – Computer Google Translate – iOS Google Translate – Android Where the Wild Things Are Portable Kayak Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Jeff Kirkland. They talk about professional golf, triathlons, and really tough times in ministry. Facebook Live Video Connect With Jeff – Facebook Twitter.com/jeffpkirkland Instagram.com/jeffpkirkland Stuff Jeff Mentioned Ironman Triathlon Blue Letter Bible Deep and Wide Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
ZAC’S HACKS! On this month’s episode of Zac’s Hacks, we talk about podcasts, and how better to listen to them. Stuff Zac Mentioned – Overcast Clark Howard Podcast This American Life In Defense of Ignorance Housing Bubble Connect with the Podcast- podcast@betterpastors.com Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Adam Fogleman. They talk about the Urbanization of Africa and the importance of faithfulness in Ministry. The Facebook Live Video Connect With Adam – 3rdAdam.com Instagram.com/aafogleman Twitter.com/a_fogleman Facebook.com/adam.fogleman Stuff Adam Mentioned – Support Adam Robert Clinton Leader Breakthru Last of the Breed The Barbarian Way Audible Kelly Delp Podcast Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview David Delp. They talk about connecting ministers, raising kids in ministry, helping younger ministers and journaling. The Facebook Live Video Connect With David – Calibrate360.com Facebook.com/Calibrate360 Calibrate Life Podcast Stuff David Mentioned – iPad Pro 12.9/10.5 iPad Pro 9.7 Pages App Pen Ultimate App Patrick Lencioni Death by Meeting Cost of Discipleship Henri Nouwen In the ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Jene Wilson. They talk about longevity in ministry and the importance of community. Connect With Jene – facebook.com/jene.wilson.77 Stuff Jene Mentioned Christ’s Ambassadors Vanguard University Teen Challenge Billy Graham Tract Jene’s Book Eric Hoke Podcast Brenton Went to Jene’s House Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Kevin Hess. They talk about effective communication as pastors and journalists, and can Matt Laginess do a roundoff?. Connect With Kevin – facebook.com/pkscoop Twitter.com/pkhess Stuff Kevin Mentioned St. Ignace News North Central University Better Pastors Group Mozart’s Brain and the Fighter Pilot Laginess’s Roundoff Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Jody Earley. They talk about planting churches in an urban community and janitorial ministry. Connect With Jody – facebook.com/jodyearley instagram.com/jodyearley/ twitter.com/jodyearley facebook.com/generationscity instagram.com/generationscity/ twitter.com/GenerationsCity Stuff Jody Mentioned E-Myth Revisited Gallup Poll Allen Hersh Planting Missional Churches Accuity Rooted Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by ... Read More
Zac interviews Matt Van Winkle. They learn Zac has never read To Kill a Mockingbird. Connect With Matt – Instagram Twitter Facebook Stuff Matt Mentioned – The Leadership Challenge Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast Adobe Creative Cloud Zac’s Hacks for Creative Cloud To Kill a Mockingbird I want to be on the Podcast Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, ... Read More
On today’s Better Pastor’s Podcast, we discuss Zac’s Hack on non-profit software pricing. Note: techsoup.org Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Zac interviews Ryan Beaty. They talk about finding a wife, being a young minister, and journaling. Connect With Ryan – weneedsancutary@gmail.com facebook.com/ryan.beaty Stuff Ryan Mentioned Journaling Day One App Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt interviews Steve Pike. They talk about Church Planting, especially in the Urban O. Connect With Steve – UrbanIslandsProject.org Facebook.com/urbanislandsproject Stuff Steve Mentioned Wall Street Journal Fast Company Magazine NextDoor Center Church LiveGodSpeed.org Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Karolin Marakool. They talk about The Iranian Revolution, Women in Ministry, and Connecting with Others. Connect With Karolin – facebook.com/kmarakool instagram.com/karolin.mkl Stuff Karolin Mentioned Rummikub Dingo Ate My Baby Iranian Revolution Global University AG Wordlwide Adherents Priscilla Coffey Podcast Joy Qualls Podcast Kathy Cannon Podcast Logos Accordance Drop Box Prayer of Jabez Intro ... Read More
On today’s Better Pastor’s Podcast, we discuss Zac’s Hack on the Kindle reading system. Notes: Kindle Kindle Paperwhite Kindle Voyage Kindle Oasis Kindle Paperwhite Bundle David Lermy and James North is Episode 15
Matt and Zac interview Eric Hoke. They talk about church planting, gentrification, forming community in the city, and the craziest thing Eric’s ever seen on a train. Connect With Eric – twitter.com/erichoke facebook.com/ericdavidhoke instagram.com/erichoke hello@allsaintsnyc.com Stuff Eric Mentioned South Bronx NAMB UIP Redeemer City to City Center Church Reimagining the Examen- iOS Reimagining the Examen- Android Catcher in ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Dr. Jeremiah Gibbs. They talk about ministry helps, creating community, and blowing things up. Connect With Jeremiah – U Indy Summer Leadership Academy JeremiahGibbs.com Stuff Jeremiah Mentioned – The Ugly Wall Lilly Endowment United Methodist Church USMC U Indy Calling and Clarity N.T. Wright Trilogy Simply Christian Surprised by Hope After You Believe Other ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Lt. Ph.D. Dan Morrison. They talk about a journey toward a doctorate, the book of Revelation, and discussing difficult topics in church. Connect With Dan – facebook.com/kerygma twitter.com/kerygma1914 instagram.com/kerygma1914 danmorrison.org/ Stuff Dan Mentioned Young Dan U. La-La Chi Alpha AGTS McMaster Divinity College Society for Pentecostal Studies ATS Theology for Life Epic of Eden Logos ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Dustin Williams. They talk people leaving, letting the ugly out, and everyone is confused by North West. Connect With Dustin – facebook.com/dustin.williams.391420 twitter.com/_dustinwilliams lifechurchtooele.com/ Stuff Dustin Mentioned NFL Fandom Map GracewayMedia.com Next Generation Leader Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Emily Hill. Zac Learns how the mail work, they talk about church planting, and moving into a new city. Connect With Emily – Instagram.com/emilyshill2 twitter.com/emilyshill2/ facebook.com/emilyshill Stuff Emily Mentioned North Central University No Dumb Questions Toastmasters Slack The Sparrow The Children of God Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- ... Read More
Matt and Zac and guest host James North interview David Lermy. They talk about assimilation in churches, reading books, especially on Kindles, and overall best ministry practices. Connect With David – facebook.com/davidmlermy twitter.com/DavidLermy leadinghappy.com Stuff David Mentioned- Evernote The Street Lawyer Goodreads Kindle Paperwhite Kindle Voyage Lauren Graham Book Hank the Cowdog Boxcar Children Intro Music – ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Kelly Delp. They talk about copastoring, women in ministry, Christian Higher education, and much more.. Connect With Kelly – KellyDelp.com Instagram.com/KellyDelp Facebook.com/KellyDelp Stuff Kelly Mentioned- Evangel University SAGU Denver Seminary Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast Preachers on Preaching The Talent Code Bossy Pants Buffalo Wild Wings Blazing Rewards Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Basil Nwokolo. They talk about Chi Alpha, college ministry, and the Bivocational world. ALSO, we introduce Zac’s Hacks, a moment with Zac where we talk about ways to be a little agiler in a changing world. Connect With Basil – facebook.com/basil.nwokolo.7 Stuff Basil Mentioned – Chi Alpha World Missions Summit Lousiana Tech LaTech XA ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Loren Zamora. They talk about learning in ministry, being a young youth pastor, and dealing with people leaving. Connect With Loren – facebook.com/lorenmzamora twitter.com/lorenmzamora instagram.com/lorenmzamora/ Project Sacremento Stuff Loren Mentioned Epic Bible College To Do App Manage Your Day-to-Day Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Brenton Fessler. They talk about church planting, faith journeys, and raising kids who stay Christians. Connect With Brenton: facebook.com/brenton.fessler instagram.com/brentonfessler Stuff Brenton Mentioned: Vanguard University Fuller Seminary Canva.com Ragamuffin Gospel Intro Music: Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music: In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview James R North. They talk about ministry, relationships, and staying put. Connect With James – facebook.com/jrnorth twitter.com/jrrnorth Stuff James Mentioned Kindle Voyage zac@betterpastors.com The Alchemy Wars: The Mechanical, The Rising, The Liberation Disneyland Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac interview Kathy Kerfoot Cannon. They talk about church planting, traditions, and being a better Christian. Connect With Kathy – facebook.com/kathymkcannon instagram.com/kathymkcannon twitter.com/kathymkcannon KathyCannon.net Sacred.Church Stuff Kathy Mentioned Paper Bible Art Bible Wide Margin Bible Slack The Art of Pastoring Contemplative Reflections Dee Henderson Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In ... Read More
Matt and Zac talk to Matt Laginess about church planting, different leadership, and excellence. Connect With Matt- mlaginess@gmail.com facebook.com/mlaginess Stuff Matt Talked about- Google Assitant (sorry iPhone users) The Hobbit Matt as a Cheerleader (top right) Beanie Baby Divorce Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac talk to Priscilla Coffey about children and family ministry. Connect With Priscilla- Pcoffey87@gmail.com Stuff Priscilla Talked about- Orange 252 Curriculum Planning Center The Neverending Story Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS
Matt and Zac talk to Joel Johnston about Worship, Church Planting, and growing up in a Pentecostal tradition. Connect With Joel- Joel3johnstone@gmail.com facebook.com/joel3johnston Stuff Joel Talked about- Rusty Lion Academy C.S. Lewis The Space Trilogy Triple Click iPhone Functions Dr. Who
Matt and Zac interview Emily Houser. They talk effective ministry in a difficult location, and God’s power in prison. Connect With Emily – smokymountaindreamcenter.org emilyhouser@gmail.com Stuff Emily Mentioned – Rock My Run App Book of Incorporation The Budget Building Book for Non-Profits The Life Recovery Bible Living Free Curriculum Fundraising Freedom The Little Book of Gold Lord of ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Carl Johnson. They talk about Church Planting and Teen Challenge. Connect with Carl- facebook.com/pastorcarldjohnson instagram.com/faithtothenations twitter.com/FTTN2017 Things Carl Mentioned- Pray as You Go Experiencing God Faith to the Nations Carl Johnson Teen Challenge
Matt and Zac interview Dr. Joy Qualls. They talk about effective communication as pastors, especially with regards to sermons, and parables. Connect With Joy – Instagram Twitter Facebook Stuff Joy Mentioned Biola University Vanguard University Regent University Casablanca Polyanna Epideictic Joy’s Sunday Sermon YNAB App Great Expectations Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your ... Read More
Matt and Zac interview Samuel Scalf. They talk about education in ministry, what that looks like and how it effects ministry. They also talk about introversion and extroversion Connect With Sam – CreativeBlunder.com Facebook Instagram: @SamuelScalf Rêver Church Things Sam Mentioned – Accordance Ben Witherington: Hebrew, James, and Jude How God Became King NT Wright and Sam Intro Music ... Read More
Matt and Zac talk about loneliness and friendships in ministry, how to cultivate them, and how to maintain them in the digital age. Connect With Zac – zac@betterpastors.com Zacwilkinson.com Twitter.com/zacwilkinson Facebook.com/pastorzac Things Zac mentioned you might want to look at Gordon MacDonald Slack Les Miserables Intro Music – Rockin’ Riff, by NICOLAI HEIDLAS Outro Music- In Your Robotic Heart, by ... Read More