The Church Planting Podcast with Greg Nettle: Recent Episodes
Greg Nettle
Welcome to The Church Planting Podcast, church planters on church planting – the nuts and bolts, joys and pains, challenges and opportunities to advance God’s kingdom in an innovative and disruptive way. The podcast is powered by Stadia Church Planting, a church planting organization whose vision is to see a world where every child has a church. For additional information, visit gregnettle.com.
Will Blanchard shares the four characteristics found in churches that consistently multiply leaders, disciples, and new churches. Drawing from years of church planting experience and doctoral research, he explains why fewer than one-half of one percent of churches in North America are truly multiplying—and what every church leader can learn from them.
Will serves as Teaching Pastor and Multiplication Team Leader at Fellowship Bible Church in Northwest Arkansas, where he helps equip leaders to plant churches and build multiplying ministries. In this conversation with Greg Nettle, he unpacks the four vital components that emerged through years of studying multiplying churches across North America.
Together, they discuss how churches can intentionally build a multiplication-focused identity, develop a disciple-making culture, create leadership pipelines, and establish clear pathways for assessing, equipping, and sending church planters. Rather than relying on programs or quick fixes, Will demonstrates how multiplication becomes part of a church's DNA through intentional leadership and long-term investment in people.
Whether you're planting a new church, leading an established congregation, or hoping to become a more sending-oriented church, this episode offers practical principles to help your ministry move beyond growth and toward lasting Kingdom multiplication.
Resources Mentioned * Fellowship Bible Church: https://www.fellowshipnwa.org/ * Exponential: https://exponential.org/ * Stadia Church Planting: https://stadiachurchplanting.org/
Table of Contents
00:00 – 04:20 Introduction to Will Blanchard and his church planting journey.
04:20 – 08:45 The research behind multiplying churches and why so few actually multiply.
08:45 – 12:45 Vital Component #1: Building a multiplication-shaped identity.
12:45 – 19:10 Vital Component #2: Creating a disciple-making culture.
19:10 – 22:50 Vital Component #3: Developing intentional leadership pipelines.
22:50 – 26:40 Vital Component #4: Establishing a pathway for assessing and sending church planters.
26:40 – 27:25 Final encouragement: Why the future of the Church is still full of hope.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle welcomes Dr. Ray Chang—former church planter, Corporate Manager of Faith-Based Engagement & Partnerships at Thrivent, and longtime Stadia board member—to discuss one of the greatest challenges church planters face: finances.
Ray shares his journey from growing up in a Korean immigrant church to planting multi-ethnic churches in Washington, D.C., and Southern California. Along the way, he reflects on the mentors, experiences, and moments of faith that shaped his calling and passion for helping churches thrive.
Drawing on decades of ministry and his current work at Thrivent, Ray offers practical wisdom on funding a church plant, developing healthy financial systems, and cultivating a biblical culture of generosity. He explains why church planters must balance trusting God's provision with wise financial planning, accountability, and long-term stewardship.
Greg and Ray also discuss why many pastors hesitate to talk about money, and how teaching generosity is ultimately about making better disciples—not simply raising funds. Ray encourages leaders to develop financial health personally before leading others and highlights practical resources available to churches through Thrivent.
The episode concludes with a powerful reminder that generosity is contagious. Through stories from his own ministry, Ray demonstrates how simple acts of generosity can open doors for the gospel and inspire entire congregations to live more open-handed lives.
Table of Contents:
00:00 – 03:00 Introduction to Ray Chang, his church planting journey, and ministry background.
03:00 – 07:00 From church planter to Thrivent: helping churches thrive financially.
07:00 – 11:00 The biggest financial challenges facing church planters today.
11:00 – 15:00 Trusting God's provision while building wise financial systems.
15:00 – 18:30 Teaching generosity as a discipleship issue—not just a fundraising strategy.
18:30 – 21:30 Practical financial tools and resources available to church leaders.
21:30 – 24:30 Why generosity changes lives and strengthens the church.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with church planter, coach, and author Marc Lucenius, lead pastor of 938 Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Marc recently released his new book, Rest for the Restless, a practical and deeply personal exploration of how leaders can sustain healthy ministry without sacrificing their souls.
Marc shares the story of planting 938 Church with Stadia Church Planting, navigating the challenges of launching a church just before the pandemic, and leading through the uncertainty that followed. Along the way, he learned firsthand the dangers of burnout, resentment, self-pity, and the relentless pressure many church leaders place on themselves.
Drawing from his own experiences and years of ministry leadership, Marc unpacks the biblical principle of Sabbath—not simply as a day off, but as a way of life rooted in trust, enjoyment, and freedom. He challenges the common assumption that productivity and spiritual maturity are the same thing and offers a healthier vision of leadership that flows from rest rather than striving.
Greg and Marc also discuss how our personal stories shape our relationship with work, achievement, and ministry. They explore practical ways leaders can embrace rhythms of rest, cultivate meaningful friendships, process emotional wounds, and avoid the subtle traps of burnout.
The conversation concludes with a powerful reminder that sustainable ministry isn't about slowing down ambition—it's about learning to live and lead from a place of wholeness, trust, and joy in what God has already accomplished.
Table of Contents:
00:00 – 03:20 Introduction to Marc Lucenius, 938 Church, and church planting in Philadelphia.
03:20 – 05:30 Planting through the pandemic and helping launch another church.
05:30 – 08:00 The inspiration behind Rest for the Restless.
08:00 – 11:30 Burnout, exhaustion, and the difference between performing ministry and living it.
11:30 – 15:00 The biblical vision of Sabbath and learning a different story.
15:00 – 18:30 Ceasing vs. switching: why leaders struggle to truly rest.
18:30 – 21:30 Feasting, enjoyment, and building a satisfying life in Christ.
21:30 – 24:30 Emotional health, healing ministry wounds, and sustainable leadership.
24:30 – 27:45 Practical advice for church planters: friendship, accountability, and longevity.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks with church planter, network leader, and author Josh Benadum about the future of church planting, the rise of house churches, and what it takes to cultivate a life of lasting spiritual influence.
Josh and his wife, Mary, lead a growing network of house churches in Orlando through Acacia House Churches, while also collaborating with organizations like Brave Future and Youth for Christ. Josh also shares insights from his new book, A Life That Leads: Pursuing Christ and Impacting Others.
The conversation begins with Josh unpacking why he believes house churches and microchurch movements are becoming an increasingly important strategy for reaching people in today's culture. Drawing from both the New Testament model and modern movements, he explains how smaller, decentralized communities can empower everyday leaders, create deeper discipleship, and reach people traditional models may miss.
Josh also describes how their Orlando network functions—balancing local autonomy with shared leadership, coaching, and larger gatherings that unite the churches for worship and encouragement.
The second half of the conversation focuses on Josh's new book and the question that has shaped much of his ministry: How can ordinary believers develop lives of deep, lasting spiritual impact? Drawing from his experiences growing up on the mission field in Cambodia and years of pastoral ministry, Josh reflects on the qualities and disciplines that sustain Christian leaders over the long haul.
Greg and Josh discuss practical leadership traits like hospitality, gentleness, zeal, gratitude, and friendship, while also addressing the hidden dangers of bitterness, materialism, and spiritual drift. The episode closes with a powerful reminder that leadership is not reserved for pastors or platform personalities—it's a calling for every follower of Jesus.
Table of Contents
00:00 – 02:30 Introduction to Josh Benadum and the vision behind planting in Orlando.
02:30 – 06:00 House churches, microchurches, and why these models matter today.
06:00 – 09:30 How Josh's network of house churches functions and grows.
09:30 – 13:30 The story behind Josh's book A Life That Leads.
13:30 – 16:30 Leadership is for everyone—not just pastors or platform leaders.
16:30 – 20:00 Developing qualities like hospitality, gentleness, and zeal.
20:00 – 23:00 How leaders sustain growth and avoid burnout or drift.
23:00 – 25:30 The importance of friendship, gratitude, and spiritual discipline.
25:30 – 26:20 Final encouragement for church planters and leaders.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Dhati and Angie Lewis—church planters, leaders at Blueprint Church in Atlanta, and founders of MyBLVD—to talk about one of the most important and often overlooked topics in ministry: how to build a thriving marriage and family while leading at a high level.
With over 25 years of marriage, six children, and decades of ministry experience, Dhati and Angie share the intentional rhythms and decisions that have sustained their relationship and family through the challenges of church planting and leadership.
They discuss the importance of intentionality, from setting a firm foundation early in marriage (including making divorce a non-option) to consistently learning from others, reading, and seeking wisdom for each new season of life. They also unpack how marriage evolves through different seasons—raising young kids, leading a growing church, and transitioning into empty nesting—and how leaders must regularly reset expectations and communication.
The conversation also addresses parenting in ministry, including how to give children both structure and freedom as they grow, and how to navigate difficult moments when kids begin forming their own beliefs and decisions.
Dhati and Angie also share powerful insights into multi-ethnic ministry, the challenges and blessings of raising a family in a diverse church context, and the importance of surrounding your family with a strong, supportive community.
Finally, they offer practical tools for communication and emotional health in marriage, emphasizing the importance of being present, creating shared language, and consistently engaging one another with honesty and grace.
This episode is a must-listen for church planters and leaders who want to build not just a successful ministry—but a healthy, lasting marriage and family alongside it.
Table of Contents
00:00 – 02:30 Introduction to Dhati & Angie Lewis and their family.
02:30 – 06:00 Building a strong marriage foundation and intentionality early on.
06:00 – 09:00 Why making divorce "not an option" shaped their relationship.
09:00 – 12:00 Navigating different seasons of marriage and resetting expectations.
12:00 – 15:00 Parenting while planting a church: structure, freedom, and grace.
15:00 – 18:00 Raising kids in ministry and handling real-life challenges.
18:00 – 20:30 Multi-ethnic ministry: challenges and blessings for families.
20:30 – 24:00 Parenting advice: community, honesty, and shared learning.
24:00 – 27:00 Marriage tools: communication, emotional health, and being present.
27:00 – 27:50 Final encouragement for leaders balancing family and ministry.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Marc Estes, pastor, author, and CEO of Visitor Reach—an AI-driven platform helping churches connect with people in today's digital-first culture.
Marc shares insights from over 40 years in ministry, including his time as senior pastor of Manor House in Portland and his leadership in global church movements that have helped plant churches around the world. Today, his focus is helping churches adapt to a rapidly changing culture—especially in how they engage people spiritually.
At the heart of the conversation is a critical shift: the church must move from a "come and see" model to a "go and be" model. Marc explains that while past generations responded well to invitations, today's culture requires churches to proactively engage people where they already are—relationally, emotionally, and especially digitally, where people spend hours each day searching for meaning, connection, and truth.
Marc also unpacks key ideas from his book, The Road We Must Travel, using the parable of the Good Samaritan to challenge leaders toward a more relational, incarnational approach to ministry. He outlines six key attributes of effective ministry today, including going to people, engaging in healing and discipleship, investing in outreach, multiplying leaders, and building a legacy that extends beyond one generation.
The conversation closes with a hopeful yet urgent challenge: while cultural pressures are rising, so is spiritual openness—with a significant percentage of people searching for answers. Marc believes we may be on the edge of a new spiritual awakening—but only if the church is willing to change how it engages the world.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – 02:00 Introduction to Marc Estes and his ministry background.
02:00 – 05:00 From senior pastor to CEO: launching Visitor Reach.
05:00 – 08:00 Why churches must engage people in digital spaces.
08:00 – 12:00 Cultural shifts: from "come to church" to "go to people."
12:00 – 18:00 The Good Samaritan framework and the "gospel of go."
18:00 – 23:00 Discipleship, healing ministry, and relational investment.
23:00 – 27:00 Funding outreach and prioritizing mission over maintenance.
27:00 – 31:00 Multiplication: measuring success by sending, not seating.
31:00 – 35:00 Are we on the edge of a spiritual awakening? Final thoughts.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Frank Bealer, CEO of Generis, to talk about leadership, church growth, and building healthy ministry environments that reach the next generation.
Frank shares his journey—from coming to faith as a teenager in a small rural church, to serving in student ministry, to helping shape family ministry strategies at churches like Elevation Church, and now leading one of the nation's top generosity and stewardship organizations.
At the core of the conversation is a practical and eye-opening framework for church leaders: most growth limitations come down to three key areas—parking, kids' space, and the auditorium. Frank explains how these often-overlooked factors directly impact whether new people feel comfortable engaging and returning.
He also challenges leaders to think from a guest's perspective, especially families with young children, and to evaluate whether their environments feel safe, engaging, and welcoming—not just technically within capacity.
Beyond facilities, Frank shares insights on leadership development and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of focused learning, intentional relationships, and smaller, more meaningful leadership environments rather than just consuming more content.
Finally, the conversation highlights emerging trends—especially how young adults are returning home after college and how churches must adapt to engage them and their families in new ways. Frank encourages leaders to think differently about how they disciple and support this generation in a changing cultural landscape.
Table of Contents:
00:00 – 02:30 Introduction to Frank Bealer and his journey to faith.
02:30 – 06:30 Early ministry experiences and passion for the next generation.
06:30 – 09:00 Transition into leadership roles and Generis.
09:00 – 14:30 The 3 biggest growth barriers: parking, kids space, and auditorium.
14:30 – 17:00 How to evaluate your church from a guest's perspective.
17:00 – 19:30 Leadership growth: focused learning and building relationships.
19:30 – 22:30 Why smaller, intentional leadership environments matter.
22:30 – 27:30 Emerging trends: young adults returning home and family ministry shifts.
27:30 – 28:15 Closing thoughts and encouragement for church leaders.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks with Dr. Derwin Gray, co-founder and lead pastor of Transformation Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Derwin is also the recipient of the John Perkins Justice Award and the author of books including How to Heal Our Racial Divide and What's Up with Love?.
Derwin shares his powerful story—from growing up in difficult circumstances in San Antonio, to becoming an NFL player, and eventually encountering Jesus in a life-changing way during training camp in 1997. What began as a search for identity through football ultimately led him to discover that his true identity was found in Christ.
After retiring from the NFL, Derwin and his wife launched a speaking ministry that eventually led to planting Transformation Church, a Jesus-centered multi-ethnic church committed to reconciliation and gospel mission. Their vision was born from a simple but challenging observation: social spaces often appeared more diverse than many churches.
Throughout the conversation, Derwin challenges church leaders to pursue gospel-driven reconciliation, reminding listeners that the cross represents both vertical reconciliation with God and horizontal reconciliation with others. He encourages church planters to develop thick skin, tender hearts, and gospel-shaped minds, especially when navigating the cultural and racial tensions of today's world.
Derwin also urges leaders to anchor their ministry deeply in Scripture and theology rather than political ideologies. His message is clear: the church must return to the teachings of Jesus and live out the biblical vision of a diverse family of believers united in Christ.
In this special episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with his dear friend Kathryn Ransom—a lifelong educator, author, Bible teacher, and faithful kingdom leader who, at 90 years old, continues to teach, learn, and invest in others.
Kathryn shares her remarkable life story, shaped by faith-filled parents, a mobile childhood, and deep involvement in the local church from a young age. From teaching Bible classes and mentoring young leaders to supporting missionaries around the world, Kathryn's life reflects a quiet but powerful commitment to serving God faithfully in every season.
Throughout the conversation, Kathryn highlights the principles that have sustained her over nine decades: purposeful living, strong relationships, continual learning, and humble service. She talks about her passion for identifying people on the margins, helping them take their next step into leadership, and empowering others rather than controlling outcomes.
Greg and Kathryn also discuss healthy longevity—how curiosity, spiritual growth, and relational connection play a vital role in staying vibrant over time. Kathryn's openness to learning new things, embracing technology, traveling the world, and trying unfamiliar experiences offers encouragement to leaders of all ages.
This episode is both a tribute and a challenge: a reminder that leadership is not about platform or age, but about faithfulness, generosity, and pouring into others for the long haul.
Podcast Contents:
00:00–02:00 Introduction to Kathryn Ransom and why this episode is special.
02:00–06:00 Kathryn's early life, family faith, and formative church experiences.
06:00–10:00 A lifetime of serving: teaching, mentoring, missions, and everyday faithfulness.
10:00–14:00 Identifying and developing leaders—helping people take the next step.
14:00–17:00 Healthy longevity: purpose, relationships, and continual learning.
17:00–20:00 Advice for younger leaders: humility, trust, and empowering others.
20:00–24:00 Rapid-fire wisdom: books, travel, curiosity, and spiritual health.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Bryan Loritts, award-winning author, pastor, and nationally recognized voice on multi-ethnic church leadership. Bryan is the author of Right Color, Wrong Culture and has devoted his ministry to helping leaders communicate with clarity, humility, and credibility across cultural and racial differences.
Together, Greg and Bryan explore why communication—not just theology or vision—is the critical factor in building healthy multi-ethnic churches. Bryan shares how his upbringing in African-American church contexts, integrated schools, and white evangelical ministry environments uniquely shaped his ability to communicate across cultures.
They discuss the importance of understanding "trigger words," avoiding unnecessary barriers, and learning how language can either invite people into dialogue or shut conversations down entirely. Bryan explains why leaders must focus not just on what they say, but how and when they say it—especially in a polarized cultural moment where everything feels politicized.
The conversation also highlights Bryan's five-level communication framework, moving from surface-level talk to emotional honesty and transparency. He emphasizes that effective leadership in multi-ethnic settings requires leaders to lead with empathy, grieve with those who grieve, and resist the urge to respond with facts before acknowledging feelings.
Finally, Bryan challenges leaders to embrace incarnational leadership—following Jesus' example by stepping into unfamiliar spaces, building genuine relationships, asking better questions, and learning with humility. This episode offers deeply practical insight for church planters seeking unity, trust, and gospel faithfulness in diverse communities.
Podcast Contents:
00:00–02:00 Introduction to Bryan Loritts and the focus on multi-ethnic communication.
02:00–06:00 Bryan's background and how relationships shaped his ability to communicate across cultures.
06:00–10:00 Why communication—not content—is often the biggest challenge in multi-ethnic churches.
10:00–14:00 Trigger words, politicization, and how language shuts down dialogue.
14:00–18:00 Bryan's five-level communication framework and leading with empathy.
18:00–22:00 Incarnational leadership, proximity, and learning through relationships.
22:00–26:00 Practical steps leaders can take to build trust and credibility across cultures.
26:00–27:30 Final encouragement for church planters navigating diversity and unity.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Michael Frost, internationally recognized missiologist, author, and leading voice in the missional church movement. Michael is the author of influential books including The Shape of Things to Come.
Together, Greg and Michael explore what it means to lead, plant, and evangelize in a post-Christian world—a cultural reality where people no longer understand the Christian story, assumptions, or language.
Michael shares his personal journey from traditional church leadership into missional theology, explaining how the global church must move beyond attractional and recruitment-based evangelism. He clarifies the difference between post-Christian and post-Christendom cultures and explains why many people today still value Christian ethics—like generosity and hospitality—while rejecting religious authority.
The conversation reframes evangelism as a relational journey, not a one-time presentation. Michael introduces the "three stories" model—God's story, our personal story, and the other person's story—as a powerful way to share faith in a way that resonates with people who have little or no biblical framework.
This episode challenges church planters and leaders to slow down, listen deeply, and trust that God is already at work in people's lives long before the church shows up.
Podcast Contents:
00:00–02:00 Introduction to Michael Frost and the missional church conversation.
02:00–08:00 Michael's story: leaving traditional church leadership and discovering missional theology.
08:00–14:00 What "post-Christian" really means—and why it matters for church planters.
14:00–18:00 Why evangelism feels difficult today and what people are reacting against.
18:00–23:00 Evangelism in a post-Christian world vs. a Christian world.
23:00–27:00 The "three stories" model and practical guidance for relational evangelism.
27:00–29:00 Final encouragement for church planters navigating post-Christian contexts.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Russ Ewell, Executive Minister of the Bay Area Christian Church, author of He's Not Who You Think He Is, and founder of Digital Scribbler. Together they explore one of today's most pressing ministry questions: How do we reach, disciple, and develop Gen Z and millennials into kingdom leaders?
Russ shares recent data showing that Gen Z is experiencing the highest levels of anxiety, loneliness, and loss of purpose of any generation in recent history. Yet he insists this generation is also deeply open, idealistic, and eager to make the world better.
He outlines a practical, three-part framework for discipling young people: 1️⃣ Build a foundation in a real relationship with God 2️⃣ Give them personal vision and purpose 3️⃣ Create pathways for leadership development through mentoring, internships, and real responsibility
Russ also explains how technology—when used intentionally—can help overcome human limitations, support inclusion for those with disabilities, and open new doors for spiritual formation. At the same time, he cautions church leaders to help Gen Z navigate the emotional impact of social media and digital overload.
Finally, Russ offers simple, relational approaches any church can begin right away—like small discussion groups, mentoring circles, or "Pizza & Jesus" gatherings—to cultivate trust, spiritual hunger, and leadership potential in the next generation.
Podcast Contents:
00:00–01:00 — Greg introduces Russ Ewell and the focus on reaching the next generation. 01:00–04:00 — Who Gen Z is; mental-health challenges and cultural context. 04:00–08:00 — A practical 3-part discipleship framework: relationship with God, vision, leadership. 08:00–12:00 — Real-life examples: "Double Edge" group, personal discipleship stories. 12:00–16:00 — Why Gen Z is more spiritually open than many assume. 16:00–20:00 — How Russ structures leadership development programs for young adults. 20:00–24:00 — Technology, inclusion, and how digital tools shape Gen Z's spiritual journey. 24:00–27:00 — Why Russ is hopeful about the next generation and where church leaders should focus.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle, President of Stadia Church Planting, welcomes long-time friend Andy Sikora, planter and lead pastor of Renew Communities in Cleveland. Fresh off a two-week Patagonia trek, Andy reflects on 15 years of church planting and the lessons learned along the way.
Andy shares how he and his wife moved to Cleveland after serving in young adult ministry, eventually launching Renew in 2011. He discusses the critical role of perseverance, the importance of planting with people rather than alone, and the conviction that God must truly call you to the work. He illustrates these principles with stories of sending out new planters—like CrossFields Church and Burning River Church—and highlights the collaborative work of the Kingdom Collective, a Cleveland-based partnership that funds and supports multiplication.
Greg and Andy also explore sustaining a healthy marriage while leading a church, the power of curiosity for ongoing growth, and why planters should focus less on "sexy" locations and more on God's call to specific people, not just places.
Podcast Contents:
- 00:00 – 02:00 Introduction to Andy Sikora, his role in Cleveland, and Greg & Andy's recent Patagonia trip.
- 02:00 – 06:00 How Andy moved to Cleveland, planted Renew Communities, and what early ministry looked like.
- 06:00 – 10:00 The biggest lessons from 15 years of church planting: perseverance, calling, and doing ministry with others.
- 10:00 – 14:00 Creating a multiplying culture: residents, church planting pipelines, and the Kingdom Collective partnership.
- 14:00 – 18:00 How small churches can still send planters: collaborative funding, shared residencies, and unexpected outreach approaches.
- 18:00 – 23:00 Marriage and ministry: supporting your spouse's identity, staying healthy, and loving the unique calling God gives your family.
- 23:00 – 27:00 Calling to a people rather than a place, and why Cleveland has become home for the Sikora family. Closing thoughts.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle talks with Joey Odom about the intersection of faith, technology, and personal health. Joey—co-founder of ReclaimWell—explains how constant proximity to our phones is reshaping our relationships, productivity, and even our spiritual lives.
They discuss the concept of "digital thorns" — how smartphones, though powerful tools for discipleship and ministry, can choke out meaningful relationships and intimacy with God. Joey shares practical ways to reclaim time and attention, including simple steps like five minutes a day away from your phone, accountability within small groups, and setting "phone-free" zones for family or worship.
Greg and Joey also explore how church leaders can model digital wellness within their teams using ReclaimWell, an app that helps track intentional time spent away from devices. The conversation closes with encouragement for leaders to lead by example, prioritize presence, and put down their phones—literally—to restore focus and relational depth.
Podcast Contents:
- 00:00 – 01:10 | Introduction: Greg Nettle welcomes Joey Odom and sets up the topic of technology and faith.
- 01:10 – 02:30 | The rise of digital discipleship—and the problem of "digital thorns."
- 02:30 – 06:00 | How our relationship with phones mirrors childhood attachments and impacts relationships.
- 06:00 – 08:45 | Practical steps to break constant proximity and reshape habits.
- 08:45 – 11:00 | Building healthy phone boundaries in families and small groups.
- 11:00 – 13:30 | Swapping phones, redefining dependence, and Jesus' parable of the thorns.
- 13:30 – 17:00 | Introducing ReclaimWell—a wellness and productivity tool for digital balance.
- 17:00 – 21:00 | How the app works: habit loops, team leaderboards, and tracking intentional time away.
- 21:00 – 23:00 | The power of "Let me put down my phone" and valuing relationships.
- 23:00 – 25:00 | Giving God the first fruits of your day—disconnecting to reconnect spiritually.
- 25:00 – 28:45 | How churches can adopt ReclaimWell and lead staff in digital wellness.
- 28:45 – 29:05 | Closing thoughts and call to action: visit reclaimwell.com.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Jay Pathak, National Director of Vineyard USA and co-author of The Art of Neighboring. Jay shares his unexpected journey into church planting, from studying philosophy at Ohio State to planting Mile High Vineyard in Denver after 9/11.
Key themes include:
- The power of a clear calling—and why clarity often means higher cost.
- The challenges of starting with little money, odd jobs, and slow growth.
- Why multiplying leaders is the foundation for multiplying churches.
- Lessons from The E-Myth on building for replication.
- Evangelism as the heartbeat of church planting, no matter the model or denomination.
Jay encourages listeners to pray for God’s heart for the marginalized and to stay focused on the essentials: leading people to Christ, making disciples, and training leaders.
Podcast Contents
- 00:00–02:00 | Intro: Greg welcomes Jay Pathak, National Director of Vineyard USA
- 02:00–05:30 | Jay’s Ohio State background & early call to ministry
- 05:30–09:00 | Planting Mile High Vineyard after 9/11: obstacles & slow growth
- 09:00–12:00 | The importance of a clear call—and its high cost
- 12:00–15:30 | Lessons from Carol Wimber: “Because it’s going to be hard”
- 15:30–18:30 | Multiplication begins with multiplying leaders
- 18:30–21:30 | Insights from The E-Myth for church planting systems
- 21:30–23:30 | Evangelism as the heart of church planting
- 23:30–25:30 | Why unity across denominations matters for mission
- 25:30–26:30 | Final encouragement: focus on people, discipleship, and reproducing leaders
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Brian Hofmeister, founding pastor of Lakepoint Church in Muskego, Wisconsin. Brian shares the powerful story of how his church moved from a single church plant to becoming a multiplying, sending church.
Key themes include:
- How a church of any size can invest in multiplication from the beginning
- Why Lakepoint committed 10% of its budget to future church plants—even in its early years
- Lessons learned from developing residents and sending planters during the COVID-19 pandemic
- A compelling vision for shared church family identity, including joint baptism services
- How to embed multiplication into your church’s DNA and avoid burnout as a sending pastor
Whether you're a new church planter, a pastor of an established congregation, or someone investing in church planting, Brian’s practical wisdom will challenge and inspire you to think beyond your walls.
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Connect with Brian and Lakepoint Church at https://www.lakepointmuskego.org.
01:15 - Why Milwaukee? Brian’s background and calling 02:00 - Multiplication from day one: giving, sending, mindset 03:00 - Funding church plants as a small church 05:00 - Early attempts at developing church planters 06:00 - Lessons from failure and God’s timing 08:00 - Year 8: Becoming a true sending church 09:30 - Residency structure and expectations 11:00 - Coaching residents toward launching 12:00 - Sending people: what the congregation commits 13:30 - Impact on Lakepoint’s culture 14:30 - When the culture clicked: “Who’s next?” 15:30 - Parenting metaphor: moving toward shared multiplication 16:30 - Partnering churches and co-parenting new plants 17:30 - The messy, slow process of residency and vision 18:30 - Training the next generation of multiplying churches 19:30 - Family reunion baptisms and shared wins 20:30 - Advice to new planters: start with generosity 21:30 - Exact budget %s Lakepoint committed early on 22:00 - Message to established churches: mentorship matters 23:30 - What the church was always meant to be 24:00 - Closing thoughts & future vision
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle welcomes Mark DeYmaz, founding pastor of Mosaic Church in Little Rock and a leading voice in the multiethnic church movement. Mark pulls back the curtain on how his church is thriving through missional vitality and church economics—generating revenue, leveraging real estate, serving the poor, and reaching their community with tangible expressions of the Gospel.
Topics include:
- The three-legged church model (spiritual, social, financial).
- How Mosaic transformed a Kmart into a 100,000 sq. ft. center of ministry and enterprise.
- Why your church needs a nonprofit arm to access grants (including $80B in opioid funds available through 2038).
- The importance of long obedience in the same direction.
- Real stories of hope—including a homeless community preaching courage back to Mark.
Helpful resources:
- Mosaix Network — conferences, coaching, and content
- Mark’s books on Amazon
- Midtown Event Center – Mosaic’s multi-use space
This is a masterclass in leadership, sustainability, and Gospel innovation. A must-listen for every church leader looking to thrive in the 21st century.
01:00 - Mark’s upcoming book on the Prayer of St. Francis 02:45 - Overview of Mosaic Church’s mission and context 04:00 - Economic challenges of inner-city churches 06:00 - Transforming a former Kmart into a ministry hub 08:00 - “That is the church” — redefining what church looks like 09:00 - How to get started: shifting your mindset 10:00 - The 3-legged church model: spiritual, social, financial 12:00 - Creating a nonprofit to apply for grants 14:00 - Rethinking biblical stewardship 15:30 - Grants, real estate, and income strategies 17:00 - Opioid nexus grant: $80B available through 2038 18:30 - Mosaix Network and national conference 20:00 - Why it’s the premier multiethnic church conference 21:00 - What excites Mark most about the future of church 22:00 - Matthew 5:16 and the power of visible good works 23:30 - Why sustainability takes 7–10 years (or more) 24:30 - Faith and tears: a homeless community encourages Mark 26:30 - Final thoughts and encouragement for church planters
In this powerful conversation, Greg Nettle sits down with author and pastor John Ortberg to discuss his newest book, Steps: A Guide to Transforming Your Life When Willpower Isn't Enough. Drawing inspiration from the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, Ortberg reveals why this recovery-based model may actually be the most effective path to real spiritual transformation—for everyone, not just those with addiction.
The conversation covers:
- How AA emerged from discipleship roots in the Oxford Group
- Why most churches struggle with a “wimpy Step One”
- How to foster communities of grace-filled vulnerability
- The critical role of desperation, community, and daily practices in spiritual growth
- How churches can implement the Steps curriculum and even start B12 groups (Bible + 12 Steps)
John also shares about his free daily vodcast ministry, Become New, and upcoming resources for small groups and churches based on Steps, launching Fall 2025.
Whether you're planting a church or trying to revitalize one, this episode offers practical wisdom and a compelling vision for deep, lasting discipleship.
We hope you enjoy this podcast. For more info about Stadia Church Planting and how you can get involved, check out stadia.org. To connect with Greg Nettle, you can find him at GregNettle.com
Episode Index
01:10 - John's new book Steps and its origin in the 12 Steps 03:00 - Why Steps is for everyone, not just addiction recovery 04:20 - The spiritual roots of AA and the Oxford Group 06:00 - The power of weakness and the gift of desperation 08:00 - Greg shares a baby dedication story and his own approval addiction 10:20 - Why churches struggle with a “wimpy Step One” 12:00 - Biblical examples of desperation and robust transformation 13:20 - How desperation leads to discipleship intensity 14:00 - Discipleship as both program and fellowship 16:00 - Why church needs to be more like an AA meeting 17:30 - The power of confession and shared inadequacy 19:00 - Appropriate vulnerability for pastors and leaders 21:00 - How to help your church take real steps toward transformation 22:20 - Real-life church examples like the “B12 class” 24:00 - Free video curriculum for Steps coming Fall 2025 25:15 - Final thoughts: encouragement for church planters
In this powerful episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle is joined by long-time friend and influential church leader Dave Ferguson. Dave is the founding pastor of Community Christian Church, president of Exponential, and co-founder of the global church planting network NewThing—now integrated into Exponential.
The conversation covers:
- Dave’s personal and organizational transitions, including appointing a new lead pastor at Community
- A deep dive into his 5-step leadership apprenticeship model (from his book Hero Maker)
- His global perspective on a potential revival among Gen Z, especially in the UK
- The explosive growth of microchurches
- His upcoming book Multiplier (coming March 2026)
- Challenges the Church must face to reach the next generation, including creating safe, peace-filled spaces for those deconstructing or new to faith
A must-listen for anyone passionate about multiplication, innovation, and the future of the Church.
01:15 – Dave’s leadership transition at Community Christian 04:05 – Merging NewThing into Exponential 06:40 – Dave's new role as CEO of Exponential 08:00 – Life Planning: What it is and who should do it 12:00 – 5-Step Apprenticeship Model explained 15:20 – Preview of Dave’s new book: Multiplier 16:15 – The “Quiet Revival” among Gen Z in the UK 19:45 – US stats: A spiritual shift is happening 21:18 – Church hurt & challenges for church multiplication 23:00 – Peace as the new apologetic 24:30 – Global microchurch movement—how it started 27:00 – Story: 177+ microchurches through online training 29:00 – Why now is the time to empower global leaders 29:50 – Final encouragement & close
Greg sits down with Dr. Liz Rios (Founder of Passion2Plant) and Rev. Len Tang (Director of the Fuller Church Planting Initiative) to explore the expanding world of multiethnic, micro, and digital church planting.
They unpack the rapid growth of microchurches, the increasing leadership of women of color in church planting, and the redefinition of success beyond outdated metrics. The conversation also dives into the barriers multiethnic leaders face—especially in funding and power-sharing—and the urgent need for new pipelines that elevate diverse leaders.
Get practical ideas and inspiration for:
- Starting and supporting digital faith communities
- Funding justice-centered churches
- Co-vocational and multi-vocational planting models
- Joining the Multiethnic Church Planting Collaborative
- Training through Passion2Plant
01:45 – The rise of microchurches and reimagined planting models 03:30 – Global influence on U.S. microchurch models 04:00 – Women of color stepping into church planting 05:00 – Digital and micro as natural expressions for multiethnic women leaders 06:30 – Letting go of traditional church planting metrics 07:00 – Digital church planting: cost, reach, and community impact 08:30 – Examples of digital church leaders reinvesting in their communities 10:00 – Financial sustainability and co-/tri-vocational leadership 12:00 – Challenges in multiethnic church planting: politics and funding 13:00 – Expanding the definition of multiethnic: immigrant, ethnic-specific, multiracial 14:30 – Power sharing and leadership dynamics in multiethnic models 18:45 – Kingdom diversity: Galatians and Revelation visions 20:00 – Demographic shifts and the need for diverse leadership pipelines 21:30 – Opportunities: Black church planting summit, Stadia’s statement of lament 23:00 – Slowing down, building trust, and unlearning systems 26:30 – How to get involved: Passion2Plant and Fuller’s Collaborative 28:00 – Final encouragement and closing thoughts
In this episode, Greg Nettle talks with Dean Sweetman, co-founder and co-CEO of Tithely, a digital giving platform now used by over 50,000 churches worldwide. Dean shares his remarkable journey from being a high school dropout and aspiring surfer in Australia to planting over 60 churches globally and building a church tech company processing billions in donations annually.
Key highlights:
- Dean’s unconventional path into church planting across Asia, Africa, and North America.
- Why demographic research + Holy Spirit leading matters when choosing a church plant location.
- How a Starbucks app experience inspired the creation of Tithely.
- The impact of recurring digital giving on financial stability for churches.
- Future of church tech: AI, VR, and holographic gospel preaching.
Resources mentioned:
- Tithely’s free tools for church planters (https://get.tithe.ly/)
- Stadia Church Planting (https://stadia.org)
- Learn more about church planting with Stadia: https://stadia.org/discovery
01:18 – Dean’s early life & conversion story 02:44 – Becoming a youth pastor and seminary in Australia 04:10 – Global missions & planting churches in Asia and Africa 06:08 – Real estate and bi-vocational ministry 07:30 – Choosing Atlanta for church planting 09:13 – The power of sending leaders to plant 11:00 – Planting 60+ churches through C3 movement 13:07 – The Starbucks moment: inspiration for Tithely 16:09 – Launching the first giving app with his son 17:11 – Sabbatical and shifting from pastor to entrepreneur 18:28 – Explosive growth during COVID (12K churches in 6 weeks) 20:14 – Building an all-in-one church platform 21:11 – Discipleship through digital giving 23:31 – Tech adoption in younger generations 24:18 – Getting started with Tithely 25:01 – Power of recurring giving 26:15 – AI, AR, and the future of church tech
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with longtime friend and teaching pastor Tammy Melchien. Tammy has served at Community Christian Church in Chicagoland for over two decades and is releasing her first book, Choosing the Opposite, in October 2025.
Tammy reflects on her journey as a church planter in urban Chicago, the unique challenges of being a single woman in ministry, and the joy of seeing lives transformed in a transient, young professional community. She shares the origin story and key insights from her book—rooted in the Sermon on the Mount—and how following Jesus often means doing the opposite of what feels natural.
Together, they discuss:
- Collaborative sermon prep and teaching team leadership
- Why Choosing the Opposite emerged out of pandemic-era frustration
- How church leaders can love radically, lead humbly, and create margin for hearing God
📖 Preorder Choosing the Opposite (available October 7, 2025)
01:16 - Church planting in Chicago 02:29 - Challenges as a single woman planter 04:21 - High turnover in urban ministry 06:07 - Joys of urban church planting 06:32 - Tammy’s new book: Choosing the Opposite 08:08 - COVID, conflict, and the failure of discipleship 09:44 - The Seinfeld inspiration for the book title 11:14 - Beatitudes and thinking upside down 12:20 - Loving radically in hard ministry moments 15:24 - Vulnerability and secure leadership 17:05 - Judgment, grace, and honoring others’ journeys 20:34 - Hearing from Jesus: margin & intentionality 24:11 - Encouragement for single church planters 25:58 - Why spiritual intimacy matters most 27:07 - Book release details & closing
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle is joined by Tim Celek from Stadia’s post-launch team and two dynamic kids ministry leaders from Georgia—Brittany Ara of City Church Griffin and Robyn Alexander of Foundation Christian Church.
Together, they outline five essential principles for church leaders who want to reach and disciple the next generation:
- Safety isn’t optional – Every church needs a clear child protection policy. Not sure where to start? Ask neighboring churches to share their handbooks.
- Leadership matters – Recruit leaders who can lead teams, not just love kids. Burnout is real without shared responsibility.
- Let kids serve – Kids and teens need hands-on opportunities to experience their faith, not just hear about it.
- Know your ‘one’ – Ditch cookie-cutter strategies and design ministry that fits your local community’s needs and rhythms.
- Recruit with vision, not guilt – Celebrate wins from the stage, don’t beg for volunteers. Help your team build a long-term system for healthy recruiting.
They also share fun, creative ideas like using an ice cream truck for outreach and creating dual summer camp models for different demographics. It's a practical, passionate guide for any church looking to multiply its impact through children’s ministry.
00:26 – Meet Brittany Ara & Robyn Alexander 02:10 – Why Stadia Prioritizes the Next Generation 03:15 – 5 Things Every Church Leader Needs to Know 03:45 – #1: Safety Must Come First 07:13 – #2: Healthy Kids Ministry Requires Strong Leadership 12:00 – #3: Empower Kids & Teens to Serve 14:00 – Creative Outreach Ideas: Ice Cream Truck Ministry 17:00 – Involving Kids in "Big Church" 19:11 – #4: Forget What You’ve Seen Before – Know Your Community 21:00 – Real-Life Camp Examples That Meet Families Where They Are 25:39 – Balancing Technology in Kids Ministry 26:00 – #5: Volunteer Recruiting Should Be Vision-Driven 29:00 – What Keeps These Leaders Going
Welcome jet pilot, pastor, and author Ricky Brown to unpack the five “hazardous attitudes” every church leader must watch out for—straight from FAA training and powerfully applied to ministry. Ricky draws on his dual experience as a commercial pilot and church planter to share practical, soul-tending wisdom for avoiding burnout and moral failure.
Ricky’s new book, The 5 Hazardous Attitudes: Ways to Win the War Within, breaks these down through powerful fables and life lessons. Greg and Ricky dive deep into the signs of anti-authority, invulnerability, macho attitudes, impulsivity, and resignation, and how each can destroy ministry, marriages, and leadership if not confronted.
Explore more of Ricky’s work, speaking, and resources at rickybrown.org.
View Ricky’s Speaker Reel Instagram: @allthingsrickyb Connect with Greg Nettle and Stadia Church Planting at https://stadia.org 01:00 - Meet Ricky Brown: Pastor, pilot, and author 02:15 - Planting a 70% unchurched church during the pandemic 04:00 - Tending to your soul as a leader 05:35 - The story behind “The 5 Hazardous Attitudes” 06:15 - Overview of the 5 attitudes: anti-authority, invulnerability, macho, impulsivity, resignation 08:00 - Anti-authority and unresolved trauma 10:00 - Invulnerability: "It won’t happen to me" 12:45 - Macho: Proving your worth as a leader 15:00 - Impulsivity: Acting too fast under pressure 18:50 - Guardrails for impulsivity: See your team as safety rails, not speed bumps 20:00 - Aviation stories that mirror leadership failures 23:00 - Resignation: Why leaders give up too soon 25:00 - Leading through darkness and not quitting before breakthrough 26:30 - Where to find Ricky’s book and workbook: rickybrown.org 27:00 - Final words on biblical leadership and self-awareness
In this episode of the Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle welcomes his longtime friend Brian Tome, founder and senior pastor of Crossroads Church in Cincinnati. Brian unpacks the unfiltered reality of church planting—from answering a magazine ad with 11 strangers to building a church that reaches tens of thousands weekly.
He shares how grit, vision clarity, and authenticity have shaped his journey, recounts his “two-for-one” approach to core team building, and challenges leaders to relentlessly pursue new people, not just transfer Christians. Brian and Greg discuss lessons learned the hard way, the importance of work ethic, and the pain and payoff of staying true to your calling—even when it means “ripping people’s ears off” before they rip off yours.
Brian also dives into Crossroads’ outreach—like fighting sex trafficking in Nepal, developing software for prison ministry, and building the CityLink Center. He reflects on personal health, relational boundaries, and leading with authenticity (yes, even smoking a Marlboro onstage once to make a point!). The conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone in the trenches of church leadership or just starting out.
Books/Resources Mentioned:
- The Five Marks of a Man by Brian Tome
- Man Camp
- Robert Lewis’ books on outreach and apologetics
01:20 - Brian’s journey to Cincinnati and unexpected beginnings 03:08 - The reality of early church planting: 11 people, high risk 04:30 - Building the core: relentless networking and vision casting 05:28 - Church planting in the 90s: no playbook, pure hustle 06:07 - Work ethic and chasing the right people for the vision 08:01 - Defining and protecting the church’s vision 09:21 - Vision morphs: from seeker to world-changing community 10:23 - Crossroads’ growth: campuses, online reach, and impact 11:11 - Outreach: Fighting sex trafficking, prison ministry, CityLink Center 12:00 - How outreach became central to Crossroads’ DNA 13:44 - Outrageous generosity and its ripple effect 14:21 - What Brian wishes he knew starting out: double-edged sword of no systems 15:54 - Creativity vs. standardization: finding your unique path 16:50 - The power and limitation of mentors and advice 18:52 - Keys to long-term health: personal, relational, spiritual 21:19 - Building authentic relationships inside the church 22:43 - Hobbies, friendships, and avoiding isolation in ministry 23:09 - The cost and value of authenticity in leadership 24:51 - Navigating church culture: authenticity and boundaries 26:13 - Authenticity means sharing struggles, not just victories 27:32 - Preaching: teaching rhythms, preparation, and team development 30:05 - Finding your own preaching rhythm and developing others 31:44 - Loving your spouse while leading a growing church 32:55 - Last words: legacy, faithfulness, and friendship
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," hosted by Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, guests Josh Abernathy and Clint Nolder discuss their experiences as church planters navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. They share personal and corporate insights on leading their congregations through unprecedented times, adapting to new realities, and maintaining their mission despite significant obstacles.
Key topics include:
- The impact of the pandemic on church operations and community engagement.
- Strategies for maintaining church growth and connection during lockdowns.
- Personal challenges and growth experienced by the church leaders.
Listeners can find more information about Stadia Church Planting at https://stadia.org
Episode Index 00:00:01 - Introduction by Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting. 00:00:57 - Introduction of guests, Josh Abernathy and Clint, and the episode's focus. 00:01:01 - Josh Abernathy shares the story of starting City Church and leading through the pandemic. 00:02:31 - Discussion on the impact of the pandemic's timing coinciding with the church's anniversary. 00:03:18 - Clint talks about his church planting experience in Newnan, Georgia. 00:04:50 - The personal impact of the pandemic on church leaders. 00:06:25 - Challenges of not having a physical meeting space during early pandemic closures. 00:07:14 - Managing differing opinions within the church community during the pandemic. 00:08:08 - Josh describes personal and leadership challenges during the pandemic. 00:09:56 - Mental health and the need for counseling among church leaders. 00:11:17 - Exploring the possibility of quitting ministry due to pandemic pressures. 00:12:29 - Reflecting on the church's role and response during the pandemic. 00:15:11 - How the pandemic solidified the mission and values of their churches. 00:18:10 - Adapting church methods to maintain mission integrity during restrictions. 00:19:37 - Clint discusses the shift in community engagement and evangelistic efforts post-pandemic. 00:22:54 - Decision to stop live streaming services to foster better community and discipleship. 00:26:08 - The importance of church happening beyond Sunday services. 00:27:45 - Closing remarks by Greg Nettle and gratitude expressed to guests for their insights
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," Greg Nettle chats with Vance Pitman, president of Send Network and founder of Hope Church Las Vegas. Pitman shares his transformative journey from devotional readings to planting a vibrant, multi-ethnic community church in Las Vegas. He emphasizes the importance of intimacy with Christ, viewing ministry as an overflow of this relationship, and the necessity of contextual church planting strategies suited to urban settings.
To connect with Vance and Send Network, visit https://www.namb.net/send-network/
To connect with Greg and Stadia, visit https://stadia.org
00:00:01 - Introduction by Greg Nettle 00:00:25 - Introduction of Vance Pitman 00:01:02 - Welcome and conversation begins 00:01:59 - Vance's call to church planting 00:03:01 - Decision to plant in Las Vegas 00:04:01 - Moving and preparing for Las Vegas 00:05:13 - The role of intimacy in ministry 00:06:26 - The impact of church planting on Pitman's family 00:07:10 - Importance of listening to God's voice 00:08:23 - Challenges of moving to Las Vegas with family 00:09:09 - The success of Hope Church in transforming lives 00:10:20 - Advice for church planters on family and faith 00:11:09 - Church diversity and authenticity 00:13:11 - Team-based church planting approach 00:14:12 - Vance's extensive church planting experience 00:15:00 - Shifts in church planting strategies 00:17:18 - Biblical foundations for urban church planting 00:18:58 - The rise of micro churches and co-vocational planters 00:21:22 - Future trends in church planting 00:23:02 - Lessons learned from decades of ministry 00:25:17 - Key advice for new church planters 00:26:19 - Global impact and mission of the church 00:27:25 - How to connect with Send Network 00:28:15 - Closing remarks and sports talk
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," Greg Nettle discusses with Don Hamilton, the author of Lead Like a Bodyguard: 52 Timeless Leadership Lessons. They explore key insights into leadership and church planting, drawing on lessons from the life of Nehemiah. Key topics include handling opposition, celebrating milestones, and the importance of team recognition.
Connect with Don: https://www.donmarkhamilton.com/
Get Lead Like a Bodyguard on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9bFU4eD
Connect with Stadia and Greg Nettle: https://stadia.org
0:54 - Discussing key leadership lessons from Lead Like a Bodyguard and their applications in church planting 8:09 - How to handle opposition as a church leader and its implications in church planting 10:16 - The importance of celebrating achievements and recognizing team contributions in leadership 16:04 - Discussing the need for moral integrity and the challenges leaders face 19:44 - Strategies for effectively managing change within the church context 24:34 - Insights into balancing roles as a leader and a parent
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," host Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, engages with guests Marc Cleary and Dino Rizzo. They discuss the nuances of church planting, the importance of clarity in calling, and the attributes of successful church leaders. Marc and Dino share their extensive experience in fostering thriving church communities through the Association of Related Churches (ARC). They emphasize the significance of financial health, strong personal relationships, and a clear vision for future church leaders. For more about their work, visit ARC's website: https://www.arcchurches.com
To connect with host Greg Nettle and Stadia, visit https://stadia.org
[00:00:00] Introduction by Greg Nettle [00:01:09] Welcome guests Marc Cleary and Dino Rizzo [00:02:06] Dino Rizzo's backstory in church planting [00:03:25] Marc's entry into church planting [00:04:29] Current trends and successful attributes in church planting [00:06:10] Importance of clarity in calling [00:07:17] Discussion on the need for a compelling vision [00:10:12] Criteria for a successful church plant [00:11:02] Importance of a healthy marriage for church planters [00:13:01] Financial scrutiny and its importance [00:15:43] Encouraging young church planters [00:17:37] Advice for older individuals considering church planting [00:19:48] Red flags in potential church planters [00:25:07] Conclusion and partnership discussion between ARC and Stadia
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, hosted by Greg Nettle of Stadia Church Planting, we dive deep into the world of church planting with guest Chad Clarkson, Executive Director of the Houston Church Planting Network (HCPN). Chad shares his journey and experiences in fostering a culture of collaboration among church planters in Houston, one of the most diverse cities in the U.S. Key topics include the strategic vision based on Acts 1:8, the efficacy of church networks, and the vital roles of mentorship and multi-site strategies. The discussion also touches upon innovative church models and the benefits of being part of a network that both challenges and supports church planters.
- [00:00:00] Introduction to the podcast and guest Chad Clarkson.
- [00:01:30] Chad discusses the origins and vision of the Houston Church Planting Network.
- [00:03:34] Explanation of HCPN's impact on church planting in Houston.
- [00:06:02] Challenges and successes of sustaining a church planting network.
- [00:07:25] The vision, mission, and values of HCPN.
- [00:09:00] Metrics of success: how many churches have been started.
- [00:11:19] Benefits for church planters in joining a network.
- [00:13:56] Discussion on residencies and their importance in church planting training.
- [00:16:18] Sources of church planting residents and the attributes of successful planters.
- [00:17:34] Networking opportunities and resources for church planters.
- [00:18:56] Diversity in church planting models and the financial structure of HCPN.
- [00:22:01] Expanding church planting efforts to the Latino community.
- [00:24:33] Conclusion and thanks to guest.
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," hosted by Greg Nettle, president of Stadia, the discussion features Jon Ferguson, co-founding pastor of Community Christian Church and a pioneer in church multiplication. The conversation covers the benefits and challenges of team leadership in church planting, drawing from Jon's extensive experience and his co-leadership with his brother, Dave Ferguson. Key topics include the advantages of starting with a team, the importance of complementary skills within the team, and the potential pitfalls of team dynamics.
The episode also delves into the concepts of micro churches and bi-vocational church planting, highlighting their growing relevance and effectiveness in the current religious landscape. Jon and Greg discuss several resources and books that have influenced their approaches, including Jon’s book "Exponential" and the new "Bless" practices for community engagement, detailed in their recent publication. For listeners interested in exploring these resources, you can check out "Exponential" on Amazon and learn more about the "Bless" practices on the BLESS app's website.
Episode Outline with Timestamps * [00:00:19] Introduction of Jon Ferguson and his background * [00:01:08] Discussion on team leadership in church planting * [00:05:22] Celebrating 35 years of Community Christian Church * [00:07:17] Advantages of starting church plants in teams * [00:10:23] Identifying essential team roles and dynamics * [00:14:45] Shift to discussing micro churches and co-vocational models * [00:19:13] Discussing the potential downsides and challenges of team planting * [00:23:32] Personal insights from Jon on leadership roles * [00:26:53] Personal anecdotes and the importance of community engagement * [00:31:35] Introduction of the Bless app for community outreach
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle, President of Stadia, discusses the delicate balance between faith and financial wisdom with COO Matt Murphy. They explore the challenges and strategies involved in managing church finances, highlighting the importance of having a plan, understanding the risks of poor stewardship, and the necessity of wise investing. They also emphasize the pitfalls of financial management in church settings, such as over-saving or reckless spending. The episode provides valuable insights for church leaders on navigating finances with faith and prudence. Key topics include the parable of talents and building on solid foundations as illustrated in Matthew 7.'
- [00:01:20] - Faith in Finances: Matt discusses how faith influences financial decisions in church planting.
- [00:03:14] - Financial Foolishness: Exploring what constitutes financial foolishness.
- [00:04:13] - Pitfalls of Financial Management: Discussion on the balance between faith and practical financial stewardship.
- [00:06:06] - Biblical Insights on Finances: Examples from the book of Matthew on managing resources.
- [00:08:27] - Leadership and Financial Oversight: The role of vision and strategic budgeting in church finances.
- [00:10:51] - Vision and Financial Challenges: How shifting visions can complicate financial planning.
- [00:15:28] - Reserve Funds and Budgeting: Strategies for maintaining financial health and planning for the future.
- [00:21:28] - Importance of Business Acumen in Boards: The balance of faith and business expertise in governance.
- [00:24:27] - Gratitude in Finance: The importance of thanking and acknowledging donors.
This episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," hosted by Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, features Andrea Wells. Andrea discusses the importance of developing personalized and systematic care strategies for team members, investors, and partners within church planting initiatives. Highlights include her recent trek in Olympic National Park to raise funds for new churches and detailed strategies for personalizing care in organizational settings.
Connect with Greg, Andrea, and Stadia at https://stadia.org
[00:00:23] Introduction of Andrea Wells and her role at Stadia [00:00:48] The importance of care in organizational contexts [00:01:10] Discussion on personal and professional background of Andrea [00:01:40] Andrea's trekking experience for church funding [00:02:29] Deep dive into the philosophy and methods of caring [00:06:06] Andrea's strategy for developing a care system [00:08:03] Use of Asana and Google Forms for managing care tasks [00:11:34] Budget considerations for implementing a care plan [00:14:39] Non-material ways of showing care [00:17:29] Practical examples of caring through personal gestures [00:19:56] Team collaboration and the integration of personal strengths in care systems [00:21:31] Discussion on bereavement and personal experiences of support [00:26:30] Andrea’s current readings and recommendations on relevant literature [00:27:56] Conclusion and thanks to Andrea Wells
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, chats with Steve Porter, chair of the Stadia board. They delve into the essential qualities and functions of a good church board member, highlighting the challenges church leaders face in financial management due to their lack of training in this area. Steve shares his extensive experience on various boards, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and transparency for nonprofit leaders. They also discuss the role of policy governance in maintaining an effective board by setting clear boundaries and responsibilities.
[00:00:18] - Introduction of Steve Porter, background on his board experience. [00:01:03] - Steve joins the podcast, discusses his journey with Greg and involvement in church boards. [00:02:15] - Importance of financial education for pastors. [00:05:29] - Discussion on ensuring transparency and understanding financial controls. [00:06:44] - Shift to policy governance, its benefits and pitfalls. [00:12:00] - Characteristics of an effective board member: encouragement, wise counsel, accountability. [00:14:49] - Ideal composition of a church board and strategic member selection. [00:19:04] - The personal connection between board members and their support for the leader. [00:22:11] - The role of a board in supporting personal and spiritual goals of the leader. [00:24:52] - Wrapping up, the joys and challenges of serving on a nonprofit board. [00:26:37] - Conclusion and thanks to Steve Porter.
Connect with Greg and Stadia at https://stadia.org
This episode of "The Church Planting Podcast" features Carrie Williams, Executive Director of Exponential Next, discussing the challenges and strategies of engaging the next generation in church planting. Carrie shares her journey from personal transformation to leading church initiatives and highlights the importance of apprenticeship and internships to involve young people. The conversation also explores various innovative church planting modalities like micro churches and network churches, which align with the strengths and interests of younger generations. Greg Nettle and Carrie delve into how different approaches, including entrepreneurial and hybrid models, can adapt to contemporary challenges and opportunities in church growth and disciple-making.
Connect with Greg and Stadia Church Planting: https://stadia.org
Connect with Carrie and Exponential Next: https://www.exponential.org/next
Episode Outline with Timestamps: * [00:00:23] Introduction of Carrie Williams and her background * [00:01:08] Carrie's journey into ministry and church planting * [00:02:06] Challenges of engaging the next generation in church planting * [00:03:16] Discussion on apprenticeship and internships for youth * [00:04:12] Effective strategies for mobilizing young people * [00:05:55] Innovations and new modalities in church planting discussed * [00:07:17] Shift in church planter demographics and implications * [00:09:39] Growth and potential of micro churches and network churches * [00:14:00] The hybrid model of church network discussed * [00:17:00] Exponential's Shark Tank and support for innovative projects * [00:21:13] Discussion on generational differences and engaging young leaders * [00:23:15] Future of Exponential and achieving the mission of church multiplication * [00:24:34] Carrie's current engagements and recommendations
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle talks with Dr. Tim Harlow, former senior pastor at Parkview Christian Church. They delve into Tim’s transformative leadership that grew Parkview from a congregation of 150 to over 10,000 members, embracing multisite campuses. This episode offers deep reflections on the challenges and milestones of church leadership and growth.
Tim shares his journey starting in January 1990, with a focus on overcoming internal conflicts and aligning his congregation towards a shared vision. He emphasizes the significance of leadership in guiding church growth and the crucial role of preaching in attracting and retaining the congregation.
For church planters and leaders seeking further resources, this episode highlights several important frameworks and organizations such as Blessing Ranch, which provides counseling for pastors, and Stadia Church Planting, an organization dedicated to planting new churches for the next generation worldwide.
We're celebrating 100 episodes of The Church Planting Podcast by returning to the question that started it all: why church planting? Greg invites Paul Taylor, co-founder of Rivers Crossing Church in Cincinnati, to discuss their shared passion for church multiplication. They dive into Paul's journey from skepticism to deep faith and his subsequent dedication to church planting. The episode also highlights collaborative efforts like the Extraordinary Church Collective and strategic initiatives for global church growth. They discuss technological advances in church planting, including digital churches, and strategies for reducing overhead to maximize ministry impact. To connect with Stadia and learn more about how you can help start thriving, growing, multiplying churches for the next generation, visit Stadia Church Planting.
Connect with Paul
- https://extraordinarychurchcollective.com/
- https://riverscrossing.com/
Connect with Greg and Stadia
- https://stadia.org
Episode Time and Topic Index
- [00:00:00] Introduction to the 100th episode and guest Paul Taylor
- [00:00:47] Paul Taylor’s background and passion for church planting
- [00:02:00] Discussion on why church planting is effective for spreading the gospel
- [00:04:21] Paul’s personal journey to becoming a church planter
- [00:07:00] The story of Rivers Crossing and its foundational principles
- [00:12:24] Evolution of church planting strategies and systems over the years
- [00:14:29] The impact of church planting on local and global scales
- [00:17:21] Future of digital church planting and resource allocation
- [00:21:04] Challenges facing church multiplication today
- [00:25:00] Fun segment on personal interests and readings
- [00:27:32] Closing remarks and reflections on the 100th episode
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," host Greg Nettle reconnects with Gary Thomas, a prolific author known for works like Sacred Marriage and Cherish. They discuss the critical role of nurturing marital relationships amidst the pressures of church planting. Gary emphasizes the concept of "cherishing" over mere love, advocating for a deeper, more respectful partnership. The conversation covers practical advice on maintaining and enriching marriages, recognizing the challenges specific to those in ministry. They also delve into strategies to safeguard marriages against infidelity and the importance of genuine interaction within the marriage and in public perceptions.
[00:00] - Introduction [00:19] - Introduction of guest Gary Thomas, highlighting his contributions and publications. [01:04] - Gary shares personal anecdotes and the importance of marital health in church planting. [02:44] - Discussion on trends in marriage, particularly challenges faced by those in ministry. [04:58] - Deep dive into the concept of "cherishing" in marriage. [09:11] - Practical advice on transforming marriage by renewing perception and appreciation. [13:25] - Role of authenticity and safe spaces in strengthening marriage. [17:30] - Strategies for finishing well in marriage and ministry. [26:32] - Closing
Greg discusses the integration of digital marketing and AI tools in church leadership with guest Kenny Jahng, a digital marketing expert and founder of AI for Church Leaders. They explore the misconceptions about marketing in church contexts, emphasizing the importance of adopting digital-first strategies to connect with communities effectively. Key topics include the role of websites as the "digital front door" to churches, the relevance of creating valuable online content, and the practical use of AI in sermon preparation and church management.
Connect with Kenny:
- AI for Church Leaders
- ChurchTechToday, where Kenny serves as editor-in-chief
Connect with Greg
- stadia.org
Episode Index
- [00:00] Introduction
- [01:06] Discussion on marketing in church contexts
- [02:18] Defining a "digital-first world" and its implications for churches
- [03:28] The concept of the digital front door and optimizing church websites
- [04:24] Strategies for engaging visitors through church websites
- [07:48] Integrating content and interaction in digital church strategies
- [12:53] Refreshing digital presence and maintaining a dynamic website
- [12:58] Introduction to AI for church leaders and its benefits
- [16:50] Exploring AI tools for sermon writing and church management
- [18:28] The Art of Engagement: a framework for effective digital outreach
- [24:28] Establishing authority and building trust through online presence
- [27:07] Closing thoughts and where to find Kenny Jahng online
Larrie Fraley is a founding member and the Global Outreach Pastor at Christ Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona. Larrie and host Greg Nettle discuss staying spiritually and physically healthy for the long haul in ministry, amidst the challenging times ahead, including the election year and beyond. Fraley shares insights on maintaining passion for ministry, the importance of a personal relationship with God, physical fitness, and the balance of family and ministry life. Greg also touches on the significant growth of Christ Church of the Valley and its contributions to church planting globally, and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy.
Connect with Greg and Stadia Church Planting: stadia.org
Connect with Larrie and Christ Church of the Valley: ccv.church
Episode Index
- [00:01:33] Discussion on staying healthy for the long haul in ministry.
- [00:02:11] Larrie Fraley shares his approach to maintaining passion and health in ministry.
- [00:05:03] Insights on the importance of physical fitness for effective ministry.
- [00:06:43] Daily routines for staying physically active and strong.
- [00:08:01] The role of community, family, and mental health in overall well-being.
- [00:10:05] Easter attendance at Christ Church of the Valley and the impact of baptisms.
- [00:12:04] Legacy of church planting and the global impact of partnered organizations.
- [00:16:20] Advice for young church planters and leaders on maintaining balance in life and ministry.
- [00:19:47] Current activities and readings to stay sharp and informed on Christian responses to societal issues.
- [00:22:32] Conclusion and gratitude for Larrie Fraley's participation.
Meet Angela and Gianni Gaeta, founders of Impact Europe. Based in Vienna, they are dedicated to bringing godly influence into every sphere of secular society by planting vibrant Churches and training leaders throughout Central Europe. Starting from Angela's unexpected call to mission, to their eventual life together in Austria focusing on church planting and leadership training, their story is one of faith, dedication, and transformation. Their approach, "open your home, your heart, and your fridge," emphasizes building community from the ground up.
Connect with Gianni and Angela: https://www.impacteurope.info Connect with Greg and Stadia Church Planting: https://stadia.org
Episode Outline [00:00:20] Meeting Angela and Gianni: The Call of God [00:01:30] Angela’s Early Life and Unexpected Call to Mission [00:02:31] First Steps Towards Mission Work in Austria [00:07:11] Angela's Struggles and Confirmation of Her Call [00:11:26] Transitioning from Visitor to Missionary in Austria [00:12:51] Meeting Gianni and Their Path to Marriage [00:15:57] The Couple's Church Planting Journey in Austria [00:20:20] Current State of Church Planting and Impact Europe [00:24:02] The Strategy of "Open Your Home, Your Heart, and Your Fridge" [00:26:46] How to Learn More About Their Ministry
Greg talks with soul care expert Mindy Caliguire about maintaining and nurturing leaders' well-being while under the pressures of church planting and leadership. Mindy shares insights from her forthcoming book, "Ignite Your Soul: When Exhaustion, Isolation, and Burnout Light a Path to Flourishing," on the importance of soul care, structural integrity, and the essential practices leaders must adopt to thrive in challenging times.
The conversation covers various aspects, including the necessity of building a robust internal foundation to handle the leadership weight, the significance of personal and relational integrity, and the strategic steps leaders can take to prepare for and navigate through politically charged and tumultuous periods. They emphasize creating a soul care plan, incorporating regular self-reflection, and establishing a supportive community as crucial components for leaders aiming to sustain their mission and vision healthily and effectively.
To connect with Greg and Stadia, check out Stadia Church Planting
Episode Content
- [00:00:00] Introduction by Greg Nettle and overview of Stadia's mission.
- [00:00:22] Introduction of Mindy Caliguire and her contributions to soul care and her forthcoming book.
- [00:02:07] Discussion on the importance of preparing leaders for politically charged times ahead.
- [00:05:10] Personal reflections on the challenges and necessities of leadership health post-pandemic.
- [00:06:26] Strategies for building foundational strength for future leadership challenges.
- [00:09:03] The significance of inspecting and improving personal and relational integrity.
- [00:12:43] Practical steps for leaders to thrive in the next 18 to 24 months.
- [00:22:12] The role of a structured soul care plan in ensuring leadership effectiveness.
- [00:29:48] Closing thoughts and appreciation for the insights shared by Mindy Caliguire.
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," host Greg Nettle, president of Stadia Church Planting, engages in a deep dive conversation with Doug Foltz, a seasoned church planting strategist and Director of Startup Services at Stadia. They explore the nuances of starting new churches, focusing on common mistakes church planters make and providing invaluable insights for navigating the challenging but rewarding journey of church growth. Key topics include the importance of team-based planting, contextualizing church efforts to fit community needs, developing a personal spiritual formation plan, prioritizing people over tasks, and the critical need for building relationships with those outside the faith. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for church leaders and planters aiming to create impactful, enduring church communities.
Connect with Stadia Church Planting
Episode Contents:
- [00:00:00] Introduction by Greg Nettle
- [00:01:00] Doug Foltz's journey into church planting
- [00:03:31] The evolution of Doug's role in supporting church planters
- [00:07:19] Mistake #1: Planting Alone
- [00:12:03] Mistake #2: Not Contextualizing
- [00:20:43] Mistake #3: Lack of Personal Spiritual Formation Plan
- [00:25:12] Mistake #4: Prioritizing Tasks Over People
- [00:30:00] Mistake #5: Not Building Relationships with Non-believers
- [00:34:41] Conclusion and anticipation for future discussions on generative AI in ministry
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Dr. Scott Todd, president of One Child and co-founder of Bridgeley, discussing the impactful role of church planting in caring for children globally. Scott shares insights from his extensive experience in child development and church collaboration, emphasizing the strategic use of technology through Bridgeley to foster intercultural relationships and direct support for children in need. They delve into the potential of churches as hope centers, where local champions (teachers, coaches, youth pastors) are empowered to support children's growth and development. The dialogue highlights the importance of strategic, faith-driven efforts to engage the next generation in meaningful causes, demonstrating how technological advancements can bridge the gap between supporters and frontline communities, thus enhancing the global church's mission.
One Child: https://www.onechild.org/ Bridgeley: https://www.bridgeley.org/
00:00:20 - Scott's Background and Connections with Stadia and Greg 00:02:33 - Scott Todd on the Mission of Reaching Kids in Hard Places 00:03:22 - Introduction to One Child and Bridgely 00:04:50 - The Role of Technology in Child Care 00:07:04 - Personal Sponsorship Stories and Bridgely's Impact 00:09:14 - Addressing Entitlement and Compassion through Bridgely 00:10:07 - How to Get Involved with Bridgely and One Child 00:11:42 - Global Perspective on Risks and Opportunities for Children 00:14:07 - Engaging the Next Generation with Purpose and Learning 00:17:11 - Parenting for Impact and Encouraging Young Agents of Change 00:19:01 - Raising Kids with Global Awareness and Compassion 00:22:07 - Hope Centers and the Church's Role in Child Development 00:25:37 - Practical Steps for Engaging with Bridgely and One Child
This episode features a deep dive into leading churches effectively through politically and racially charged environments. Hosted by Greg Nettle, President of Stadia Church Planting, the episode welcomes Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson, co-founders of Undivided, focusing on racial healing and justice. The discussion revolves around the necessity of courage, empathy, and practical steps for church leaders to foster unity and address sensitive issues. Key highlights include the introduction of the "Living Undivided" book and Bible study, strategies for pastoral leadership in divisive times, and the importance of listening and empathy in building a community. For more about "Living Undivided," visit Undivided. For more info about Stadia Church Planting visit https://stadia.org
Episode Index:
- [00:00:25] Guests introduction: Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson, their work with Undivided
- [00:01:19] Importance of the episode’s topic for church leaders
- [00:01:31] Discussion on "Living Undivided" book
- [00:02:31] Reflections on the upcoming politically and racially charged months
- [00:04:02] The necessary postures for leaders during challenging times
- [00:05:38] Equipping church members for healthy, diverse conversations
- [00:08:47] Developing empathy within the church community
- [00:11:10] Breaking out of echo chambers for broader perspectives
- [00:12:22] Introduction of the Living Undivided Bible Study
- [00:15:21] Guidance for pastors in navigating political and racial discussions
- [00:23:12] Addressing immigration as a key issue for church leadership
- [00:31:42] Navigating racial tensions and understanding within the church community
- [00:34:35] Participation in undivided virtual cohorts for church leaders
Join host Greg Nettle and Josh Burnett (church.tech) for a discussion on the integration of generative AI and technology in church planting and leadership. Josh shares his journey from being a preaching intern at Southeast Christian Church (Louisville, KY) to starting Revolution Church in Annapolis, focusing on community needs like child hunger. Following these church leadership roles, Josh and his wife Sarah founded Flourish, a nonprofit operating system, and later, Church.Tech, which offers AI tools for churches. We're taking a deep dive into the potential of AI in sermon preparation and church management, in order to increase the time church leaders can spend with people and increase productivity and creativity.
Introduction (00:00-00:57) Josh Burnett's background and journey (00:58-02:35) Transition to church planting (02:36-04:31) Experiences at Revolution Church (04:32-05:43) Addressing child hunger in Annapolis (05:44-07:50) Transitioning out of church leadership (07:51-09:18) Founding Flourish and Church.Tech (09:19-11:00) Theological considerations of AI in church (11:01-14:20) Practical applications of AI in sermon preparation (14:21-17:55) Church.Tech's features and goals (17:56-20:42) Future developments in Church.Tech (20:43-23:00) Conclusion and thanks (23:01-28:40)
Connect with resources mentioned in this episode: https://church.tech https://onflourish.org/ https://stadia.org
Greg talks to Daniel Escobar about multiplying and training disciples, Latino culture, and the need to learn from each other on this encore episode of the Church Planting Podcast. Daniel Escobar was born and raised in Baja California, Mexico. Daniel relocated to Virginia in 2002, two years after getting married. He first planted Iglesia La Red in Williamsburg, Virginia in 2005. Seven years later he and his family moved to Washington DC to plant the second church in 2015. In 2017, he and his wife founded La Red Network, which is a church planting network in the US and Latin America that he is the director of. This is now his main focus in ministry. La Red Network has taken him many places around the world and allowed him to live in Mexico and Argentina. He is also a business owner in different industries in the private and government sectors.
Connect with Daniel
https://larednetwork.org
https://www.facebook.com/larednetwork
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/la-red-podcast/id1568755174
Connect with Greg
https://stadia.org
Note: This is a rebroadcast of Episode 67. This encore episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," hosted by Greg Nettle, features Warren Bird, ECFA's Senior Vice President of Research and Equipping. The focus is on Bird's comprehensive study titled "The New Faces of Church Planting," which is the largest ever study of church planters, involving 2,700 participants, mostly in North America. Key findings include the rising trend of church multiplication, with an increased desire and actual implementation of church planting networks. The episode discusses various factors contributing to successful church multiplication, such as being part of a multiplication group, setting specific goals, and the leader's involvement in developing new leaders. Greg and Warren also cover the increasing prevalence of multiracial churches, especially among younger church planters, and the implications of digital technology in church planting. The episode emphasizes the importance of church planting in the growth and innovation of Christianity, highlighting the role of church planters in experimenting with new approaches to reach diverse populations.
Content mentioned in this episode:
- "The New Faces of Church Planting" report: https://www.ecfa.org/Surveys.aspx
Greg Nettle, President of Stadia Church Planting, and church planter Dave Jane talk about what you can do to lead well and help yourself and your staff balance ministry and family during the holidays. The discussion centers around managing the aftermath of the Christmas season for church leaders, focusing on maintaining staff and family health.
Dave and Greg talk about five vital areas of ministry and family health for the holidays:
Adapting Traditions: Dave Jane shares how his family and church staff adapt Christmas traditions to accommodate the demands of church services, including the involvement of children in church activities.
Staff Care and Appreciation: Ideas like Christmas bonuses, staff traditions, and taking a break between Christmas and New Year are discussed as ways to appreciate and care for church staff.
Dealing with Post-Christmas Adrenaline Crash: Both leaders talk about the physical and emotional toll of the festive season on church leaders, offering strategies like sleep, family involvement, outdoor activities, and planning downtime to recuperate.
Spiritual and Emotional Health: They touch upon the importance of spiritual and emotional well-being, guarding against burnout and temptations post the festive rush.
Practical Leadership Tips: The episode also includes practical tips for church leadership, such as advanced planning of sermon series and engaging in servant leadership within the family post the big church events.
For more information about how to connect with Stadia and resources related to church planting and leadership, you can visit Stadia Church Planting's website at stadia.org.
Join host Greg Nettle and guest Jeff Bennett, focusing on their passion for learning and reading. They discuss ten books and podcasts that have impacted them, offering insights into leadership, spirituality, and personal growth.
Top 10 Resources Mentioned in this podcast in no particular order
From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks:
https://www.amazon.com/From-Strength-Finding-Success-Happiness/dp/059319148X
Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara:
https://www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Hospitality-Remarkable-Giving-People/dp/0593420835
l My Knotted Up Life by Beth Moore:
https://www.amazon.com/All-My-Knotted-Up-Life/dp/149645570X
Life Without Lack by Dallas Willard:
https://www.amazon.com/Life-Without-Lack-Living-Fullness/dp/1400208215
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey:
https://www.amazon.com/Greenlights-Matthew-McConaughey/dp/0593139135
Once You See by Jeff Christofferson:
https://www.amazon.com/Once-You-See-Temptations-Western/dp/1734868844
Right Color, Wrong Culture by Brian Loritz:
https://www.amazon.com/Right-Color-Wrong-Culture-Organization/dp/0802412506
"What It's Like To Be" Podcast by Dan Heath:
https://www.danheath.com/what-its-like-to-be/
"The Fourth Quarter of Your Life" by Matthew Kelly, Thomas Hunt: https://a.co/d/9mmCvIG
"Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools" by Tyler Staton: A book about prayer that addresses roadblocks to praying and invites deeper engagement with God
https://a.co/d/2P7vM38
In this episode of "The Church Planting Podcast," Greg Nettle interviews Brian Ziegler, a church planter and senior leader of Rivertree Fairless. Brian shares his remarkable journey of overcoming personal challenges and his commitment to church planting.
Links and organizations mentioned on today's podcast episode:
- Rivertree Fairless: Church Website
- Brian Ziegler's Book, "A Paralyzing Redemption": Amazon Link
- Compassion International: Official Website
- Christian Children Homes of Ohio (CCHO): Official Website
- Stadia Church Planting: Official Website
Join Greg Nettle in a riveting discussion with author and leadership expert Kadi Cole, as we explore the evolving landscape of church leadership. In this episode, Kadi shares her wealth of experience in ministry and her unique insights into developing leaders in church settings. Kadi provides practical strategies for cultivating inclusive leadership practices and addresses the complex gender dynamics within the church. Whether you're a church leader, a ministry worker, or simply interested in the intersection of faith and leadership, this conversation with Kadi Cole offers valuable perspectives on nurturing a diverse and dynamic leadership environment in modern churches.
Kadi Cole has extensive experience in church ministry, having served as an executive director at one of America's largest multi-site churches and as a founding member of the Women's Executive Pastor Network. She is also an author, with books like "Sticky Note Leadership," "Developing Female Leaders," and "Find Your Leadership Voice in 90 Days."
Connect with Kadi at https://www.kadicole.com/
Connect with Greg and Stadia at https://stadia.org
Greg welcomes Tim Celek to the podcast. During Tim's tenure as Lead Pastor, the Crossing Church in Costa Mesa, CA resourced five new churches, which makes Tim's role of Senior Director of New Church Growth with Stadia the perfect fit for this Harley-loving church planter. Tim loves to sail, loves to ride, and he loves to help new church planters. On this episode, Tim shares the top five challenges he's seeing in church leadership and church planting today.
Connect with Greg and Tim at https://stadia.org
Greg talks with Jason Lantz, the Vision Leader and First Church Lead Pastor of the Rivertree Movement in Northeast Ohio (https://rivertreechristian.com/), about RiverTree's network of churches and how to create a network in your region.
Connect with Jason
https://rivertreechristian.com/
Connect with Greg
https://stadia.org
On this episode, Greg talks with Aaron Brockett (Lead Pastor, Trader's Point Christian Church, Indianapolis) about what it's like to launch and lead a church as an introvert. Since he joined Trader's Point in 2007, it has grown from 1,500 people in 1 location to nearly 10,000 people in 6 locations. And Aaron has done all of that while being an introverted leader. So how do you plant a church? How do you grow a church as an introvert? Listen to this episode to find out!
Today's guest on the Church Planting Podcast is Crystal Chiang. She's the Executive Director of Leadership Training at Orange. Learn about the new metrics of ministry success.
And while you listen to the podcast, be sure to check out the Orange Fall Tour, coming to a city near you.
Use the code STADIAOT2310 when you register at https://orangetour.org/ to receive 10% off your registration.
Connect with Crystal:
https://orangetour.org/
https://www.thinkorange.com
Connect with Greg:
https://www.stadia.org
Greg talks with Heidy Tandy, Stadia's Senior Director of Discovery, about Stadia's Discovery Center for potential new-church leaders, and how this three-phase process of exploration, discernment, and discovery will help you answer the questions, "Am I called?," "Am I ready?," "What's my skill set?," and "What are my next steps?"
Connect with Heidy and Stadia's Discovery Center:
https://stadiachurchplanting.org/start/
https://stadiachurchplanting.org/services/discoverycenter/
On this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Lumar Vargas. Lumar started Aviva Church in Cleveland, Ohio. As Aviva celebrates their one-year anniversary, Greg and Lumar explore Lumar's unique calling and context as a co-vocational Latina pastor and church planter in Cleveland. Lumar shares practical leadership lessons from the past few years leading up to Aviva's launch.
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Connect with Lumar: https://avivacleveland.org
Connect with Greg and Stadia Church Planting: https://stadia.org
On this episode of the Church Planting Podcast, Mike Tooley joins Greg to talk leadership. Mike is an attorney in Indianapolis and an executive coach. Mike and Greg provide many valuable insights on leadership in this episode, including how to play your strengths as a leader, how to get a coach, and how to coach others in an era of post-pandemic stress. Connect with Mike Tooley at https://www.upstreamprinciples.com/ Connect with Greg Nettle and Stadia at https://stadia.org
On this special episode of the Church Planting Podcast, Greg interviews his wife, Julie Nettle. Julie and Greg share their own experience, being in ministry as husband and wife: the joy of serving together, the lessons learned, and the challenges to overcome.
Connect with Greg and Stadia at stadia.org
Patrick O'Connell, Global Director of NewThing (newthing.org), sits down with Greg Nettle (stadia.org) to talk about church multiplication, what he's seeing, and what he finds exciting about church multiplication in the U.S. and around the world.
Show Notes
Chuck Mingo (undivided.us) joins Greg Nettle (stadia.org) to talk about the Five Windows of Spiritual Growth, focusing in on the "fifth window," spiritual growth through cross-cultural relationships. Learn how to grow spiritually and as a leader through this in-depth conversation.
Show Notes
https://stadiachurchplanting.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/TCPP_Chuck-Mingo_Podcast-Transcript-1.pdf
On this episode, Ben Cachiaras (Lead Pastor, Mountain Christian Church) joins Greg to talk about the importance of developing leaders and the nuts and bolts of leadership development.
Connect with Ben: https://mountaincc.org
Connect with Greg and Stadia: https://stadia.org
Greg talks with Kasey Dillon. Kasey and her husband Wes are co-leaders of Four Rivers Church in Durham, New Hampshire. Kasey shares how their church played a vital role in welcoming refugees from Afghanistan and Ukraine, and how "loving those on the margins" enables them to make a global impact in their local community.
Connect with Kasey:
https://www.4riverschurch.org/
https://www.welcomenst.org/
Connect with Greg:
https://stadia.org
Show notes:
https://stadia.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Kasey-Dillon_Podcast-Transcript.pdf
On this episode of the Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Chip Freed. Chip is the Chief Missional Strategist and Teaching Pastor at Garfield Memorial Church in Cleveland, Ohio. Garfield Memorial transitioned from a 200-person homogeneous church upon Chip's arrival in 2004 to a 1200-person multiethnic church in two Cleveland campuses where no one ethnic group comprises more than 52% of the congregation. Chip also serves as the Director of Cohorts for Mosaix, and as Director of the Mosaix House of Studies at United Theological Seminary. Prior to entering the ministry, Chip was a CEO in the corporate community, serving as President and General Manager of Mahoning Municipal Products, Inc.
Connect with Chip:
https://twitter.com/ChipFreed
chip@garfieldchurch.org
https://www.mosaix.info
Connect with Greg
https://stadia.org
Tim and Sharon O'Neill join Greg on today's podcast. Sharon and Tim are church planters and senior pastors at Tailrace Community Church in Tasmania, Australia. Tim is president of the movement of churches Tailrace belongs to called the Acts 2 Alliance and he leads Exponential Australia, accelerating healthy churches.
Connect with Tim and Sharon
https://a2a.org.au/
https://exponential.org.au/
Connect with Greg and Stadia
https://stadia.org
On this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Dr. David Anderson. Dr. Anderson is the founder and president of Gracism Global, and he's known as one of the world's leading authorities on bridging the deep divides of race, faith, culture, and wealth.
Dr. Anderson is a church planter and advocate for multiplication. He's the leader of a congregation of more than ten thousand people in weekly attendance, and he's the voice in the nation's capital posting the daily radio talk show RealTalk with Dr. David Anderson.
Connect with Dr. David Anderson
https://andersonspeaks.com/
https://wava.com/radioshow/real-talk-with-dr-david-anderson
https://gracismglobal.com/
Connect with Greg Nettle and Stadia
https://stadia.org
On this week's episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks to Jeff Reed about the current state and future possibilities of digital church planting and helping physical churches to develop an effective digital strategy.
Jeff is founder of THECHURCH.DIGITAL and the DigitalChurch.Network. He helps churches and individuals with digital discipleship, digital mission, and starting multiplying digital churches.
Jeff also champions Digital and Metaverse Church development with Leadership Network, and works closely with Exponential, Media Impact International, He Gets Us GLOO, and others.
He has written two books: VR & The Metaverse Church and Sharing Jesus Online.
Connect with Jeff Reed: https://thechurch.digital/
Connect with Greg Nettle: https://www.stadia.org
On this episode, Greg talks with Noemi Chavez.
Noemi and her husband, Joshua, are the Lead Pastors at Revive Church a multi-site church in the greater Los Angeles area. She is an international conference speaker and is the co-founder of Brave Global, a movement which focuses on equipping the local church to connect with the most vulnerable girls, including girls that are on probation and in the foster care system. Noemi is committed to raising leaders and bridging generations to serve the future of the church and their communities.
Read the Podcast Transcript Here.
Follow Noemi on Instagram @noemichavezlbc
Greg talks with Craig Whitney about a new digital platform just announced by Stadia that will accelerate the start and multiplication of new churches around the world.
Connect with Stadia:
https://www.stadiachurchplanting.org
Find out more about kipos:
https://www.kipos.org
Greg sits down with Stadia's first president, Marcus Bigelow, to talk about the modern church planting movement of the last 30 years, Stadia's origin story, the faithfulness of God as Stadia celebrates its 20th anniversary, and what God could bring about over the next decade.
Connect with Stadia: https://www.stadiachurchplanting.org
About Marcus Bigelow: Marcus Bigelow has a family heritage of church planting. His great uncle, grandfather, father, brother, and sister all helped start new churches. In 1984, Marcus and his wife, Jan, started Dublin Christian Church in Dublin, CA. He remained their until called in 1996 to help lead a church planting organization that became Stadia.
Marcus led the organization from a small regional organization in 7 years to a national organization, and ultimately to an international organization. This led to great experiences in managed growth, building scalable systems, and leading a de-centralized company. In 2011, Marcus turned his attention to helping high-impact business leaders maximize their lives, businesses and Kingdom impact.
He is committed to helping Christian leaders find and leverage God’s call through their businesses. He now leads two Convene Teams in the Sacramento area. Marcus’s passion is to help leaders multiply their effectiveness for Kingdom legacy impact and leverage their leadership. Marcus has been married to Jan for 51 years. They have three married daughters and eight grandchildren, all of whom love Jesus.
On today's episode, Greg talks to Warren Bird. Warren serves as the Senior Vice President of Research and Equipping with the ECFA (Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability), and he's widely known throughout the United States as one of the leaders when it comes to research, writing, and his knowledge of of what it takes to see churches thrive, grow, and multiply. Warren shares insights and practical takeaways from a recent study he authored for the ECFA, "The New Faces of Church Planting and Multisiting Insights from Over 2,700 Church Planters and Campus Pastors" Connect with Greg Nettle and Stadia https://www.stadiachurchplanting.org/thechurchplantingpodcast https://www.gregnettle.com Connect with Warren Bird (and access the study mentioned in this episode) www.warrenbird.com www.ChurchEXCEL.org (for free resources) www.ECFA.org/surveys (for the “New Faces of Church Planting” reports.)
On today's episode, Greg talks to Daniel Escobar about multiplying and training disciples, Latino culture, and the need to learn from each other.
Daniel Escobar was born and raised in Baja California, Mexico. Daniel relocated to Virginia in 2002, two years after getting married. He first planted Iglesia La Red in Williamsburg, Virginia in 2005. Seven years later he and his family moved to Washington DC to plant the second church in 2015. In 2017, he and his wife founded La Red Network, which is a church planting network in the US and Latin America that he is the director of. This is now his main focus in ministry. La Red Network has taken him many places around the world and allowed him to live in Mexico and Argentina. He is also a business owner in different industries in the private and government sectors.
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On today's episode, Greg talks to Rob Wegner. Rob is the leader of a church movement in Kansas City called the KC Underground. It's a rapidly multiplying micro church movement. Get ready to learn a lot from Rob on today's episode.
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Greg talks with Mozart Dixon. Mozart serves as the Director of Church Multiplication for the Metro District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. Mozart shares about healthy church multiplication, and the importance of having a mission, vision, and values not just for your church, but also in your personal life.
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On this episode, Greg talks to Zac Larson and learns how to talk to donors about money from a donor perspective. Zac is Founding Partner and Wealth Advisor at IntentGen Financial Partners.
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On today's episode, Greg talks with Yucan Chiu. Yucan was born in Chicago to parents of Chinese descent. He came to understand and experience Jesus in his teenage years while in California, and began to help create and lead communities in his early twenties.
His latest new church startup is Ethnos Church in New Brunswick. He holds bachelors degrees in Sociology and Biology, graduate degrees in Theology, Urban Studies, and Missiology. He's been married for over 21 years and has two daughters. In addition to being a local church pastor and chaplain at Rutgers, Yucan serves at the Ethnos Network, at Stadia Church Planting, City to City in New York, and the CM2 Bridge Initiative.
On today's episode, Greg and Yucan talk about the need to lead with awareness, intentionality, and a posture of listening and learning in order to create space for people on the margins and work together and learn from a diverse group of people and perspectives and maximize kingdom impact.
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On today's episode, Greg talks to Alex Absalom, a leader of the missional church movement and co-founder of dandelionresourcing.com with his wife Hannah. Dandelion Resourcing is all about "equipping regular Christians for naturally supernatural discipleship and mission." Greg and Alex unpack what it means to be "naturally supernatural," the need for the power and presence of the Holy Spirit in the Western Church, and missional leadership and disciple making.
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Greg talks with pastor and preaching coach Bert Crabbe. Bert shares practical tips and ideas to make sermon preparation better.
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Greg talks with Alan Ahlgrim about soul care and rhythms for thrivig.
Alan is retired from his role as founding pastor of Rocky Mountain Christian Church in Colorado, and now serves as the Chief SoulCare Officer of Covenant Connections for Pastors.
Alan invests heavily in the hard work of heart work, helping other leaders serve well and finish well by connecting them in soul enriching Covenant Groups. These small in-depth communities are transformational because they are designed first for soul care, producing remarkable renewal and resilience. Most of Alan’s work is now done in Colorado; however, he is catalyzing a national network of soul care groups meeting in various locations. Each group meets together over three years and is led by a trained facilitator.
For more information visit: www.covenantconnections.life
Carolyn Moore is back on the Church Planting Podcast, talking about her new book, "When Women Lead."
Carolyn Moore (D.Min) is a church planter, author, and Founding Pastor of Mosaic United Methodist Church (Evans, Georgia). Carolyn's new book is available for now, and is titled, "When Women Lead: Embrace Your Authority, Move Beyond Barriers, and Find Joy in Leading Others."
The book can be purchased here via Amazon Smile link to support Stadia Church Planting:
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Greg talks with Jared and Ann Roth. Jared and Ann have started multiple churches. Each has served as the national director of church planting for national church planting organizations. They are consultants and researchers. Hear their stories, and about their current research on digital and micro churches on this week's episode.
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On this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Daniel Yang. Daniel is the Director of the Church Multiplication Institute at the Wheaton College Billy Graham Institute (a think tank for evangelism and church planting), previously with the Send Network, church planter, and pastor.
His most recent book, "Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church" is a must read those starting new churches.
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Greg talks with Winfield Bevins, speaker, author, church planting practitioner, and director of Church Planting at Asbury Theological Seminary.
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On this week's episode, Greg sits down with Reverend Lori Tapia. Lori is an author, speaker, church planter, and National Pastor for Hispanic Ministries for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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On this week's episode, Greg sits down with Reverend Lori Tapia. Lori is an author, speaker, church planter, and National Pastor for Hispanic Ministries for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
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This week, Greg is joined by Hannah Gronowski. Hannah is a speaker, author, podcast host, coach, next gen consultant, and CEO and Founder of Generation Distinct. Hannah works with churches and church leaders to unleash young leaders into their calling.
Hannah’s latest book is Generation Distinct: Discover the Wrong You Were Born to Make Right.
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This week, Greg is joined by his climbing companion John Tisevich (Senior Pastor, Whitewater Crossing, Cincinnati, Ohio). John and Greg take us on an epic journey as they recount some of their experiences trekking to Everest Base Camp, and reflect on what it means to be a church or business leader in the context of mountain climbing.
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This week, Greg is joined by Mary Kamau, Co founder and Executive Director of Institutional Development and Strategy at Missions of Hope International (MOHI) based in Nairobi, Kenya. MOHI is a leader in holistic ministry among the most vulnerable communities in Kenya and beyond. We can learn so much about starting new churches, sharing hope, and transforming communities from MOHI and new churches in Kenya!
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On this episode, the tables are turned, and Janie Mehaffey puts Greg Nettle in the hot seat. Janie is the VP of Culture and Team Development at Stadia. She is a champion of people, advocate for clarity, and celebrator of God’s work through starting thriving, growing, multiplying churches for the next generation. Janie invites Greg to share his story and the two discuss how Stadia cultivates culture and champions people!
On this episode, Greg interviews Steve Cuss. Steve is the author of "Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs." Steve has much to say to church leaders, church planters, and business people about how to deal with, and lead through, the extraordinary situations we face today around anxiety.
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On this episode of the Church Planting Podcast, Greg interviews the U.S. CEO of a large church planting organization in Asia (name omitted for security reasons) about the urgency and cost of discipleship, key leadership lessons, and being a woman in leadership. Nanci (last name omitted for security reasons), is an incredible and passionate leader. Her organization has planted over 40,000 churches in Asia.
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In this episode, Greg Nettle (President, Stadia Church Planting) talks with Alan Hirsch, author and thought leader in the missional church movement, about church multiplication. They cover topics from "The Forgotten Ways," discuss the new edition of his book "ReJesus," and how our job is to become more and more like Christ.
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Carolyn Moore (D.Min) is a church planter, author, and Founding Pastor of Mosaic United Methodist Church (Evans, Georgia). In this episode, Carolyn talks with Greg about how women can discover the call to ministry, explore their gifting, ignite their passion in church planting and leadership. Carolyn offers valuable insights to both men and women in church leadership. Carolyn's new book is available for pre-order in June 2022, and is titled, "When Women Lead: Embrace Your Authority, Move Beyond Barriers, and Find Joy in Leading Others."
In this episode, Greg Nettle (President, Stadia Church Planting) talks with David Nelms, the founder and president of the Timothy Initiative, a church planting and multiplication organization that has started tens of thousands of churches all around the world, about the importance of church multiplication.
In this episode of the podcast, Greg sits down with friend and board member Albert Tate, lead pastor at Fellowship Church in CA. Greg and Albert discuss Albert's new book, How We Love Matters, and have honest conversations around the important issue of racial reconciliation in the church.
In this episode, Greg sits down with Valarie Grimes, the pastor of a church plant in Savannah called Radiant Church. Valarie and Greg have an honest discussion about the unique challenges Valarie has faced as a female, African American church planter, and Valarie challenges assumptions and expectations in the church planting world to help us all recognize and embrace the emerging face of church planting!
Greg Nettle sits down with friend and Stadia board member, Mindy Caliguire, to talk about the immense value of soul care for the pastor, as well as practical tips for living in a place of soul health!
As The Church Planting Podcast prepares to release new episodes, we begin with encouragement for church planters to remember their calling in the challenging seasons!
Stadia President, Greg Nettle, sits down with Steve Porter and John Sypek to talk about the importance and development of generosity.
Stadia President, Greg Nettle, talks with marketing guru Brett White (SVP Sales and Marketing, Sherwin Williams). This episode of the Church Planting Podcast will help you to understand marketing in a ministry context with insights gleaned from the marketplace for church planters and church leaders.
In this episode, Stadia President, Greg Nettle, talks with Nick Bertram, President & CEO of The GIANT Company, about leading through challenge.
In this episode, Stadia President Greg Nettle talks to Wess Stafford of Compassion International about the value of intentional mentoring.
In this episode, Stadia President Greg Nettle talks to Jody Giles, founder and CEO of Exhort Advisors, about developing leaders that make an impact.
Stadia President Greg Nettle sits down with Suzanne Nadell (WSB-TV) to talk about how to lead in high pressure environments.
Stadia President Greg Nettle sits down with Toni McEwan (Slingshot Group) to talk about the importance and development of strategy.
In this episode, Stadia President, Greg Nettle talks with Jimmy Mellado, President of Compassion International about the importance of casting vision for your organization or church.
In this week's episode, Greg talks to Samuel Kim of Bandgap Ventures about how to engage the church's most under-used asset - marketplace leaders!
In the first episode of Season 4 of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks with Scott Beck, CEO of Gloo! With 40+ years experience in scaling businesses, Scott shares his wisdom with Greg - wisdom that applies to church leaders and business leaders alike!
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Patrick Holden, Ray Hudson, and Wes Dillon, three church leaders embracing digital expressions of church for the advancement of God's kingdom.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Scot Mendenhall about using YouTube (the world's most popular video platform and second most popular engine for searches) to engage people online!
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks to Tyler Sansom about the journey from being a digital savvy church with microsite campuses toward a church whose primary expression is digital.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Shane Philip (The Crossing, Las Vegas) about how to reach, engage, and disciple people online.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Jate Earhart of loveclan.net about creating digital communities of faith and gamifying church online for the glory of God!
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Rick Rusaw, leader of the Spire Network, about the important reasons the church needs to begin viewing itself as a platform.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to DJ Soto, lead pastor of VR Church (the first church to exist entirely in virtual reality) about the opportunities that exist in starting new, digital-only churches.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Joey Santos of Christ's Church about how using physical and digital platforms allows local churches to expand their reach and the spread of the Gospel.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to CEO of VMware and champion of church planting, Pat Gelsinger, about the technology revolution in church planting.
In this premiere episode of season three, Greg talks to Jeff Reed, Stadia Church Planting's Director of Digital Church Planting, about the new reality we find ourselves in and the need for churches to expand beyond their physical locations to embrace digital discipleship.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Oscar Muriu of Nairobi Chapel talks to Greg Nettle about the inspiration he finds in the book of Acts to plant churches throughout Nairobi that glorify the name of Jesus.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Wes Lynch about the ways God has surprised he and his wife April in their journey of church planting.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Pastor Don Hamilton of Vibrant Church and his daughter and Global Director of Stadia, Andrea Hamilton, talk to Greg about how God used a pancreatic cancer diagnosis to impact His kingdom.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Andy Wood of Echo.Church talks to Greg about the ways God showed up unexpectedly in his church planting journey.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Donnie Williams of Lifepointe Church in Raleigh, NC talks to Greg about navigating honestly and healthily through difficult situations in the life of a church.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with Jossy Chacko about standing firm and growing in faith through adversity.
In the premiere episode of Season 2 of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks to Dave Jane about the many ways God has shown up in the church planting journey of Connect Church in Washington, IL.
In this episode of the Church Planting Podcast, Dave Ferguson of New Thing and Community Christian Church, talks with Greg about why multiplying leaders is so important for the success of a church plant.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Reggie Joiner and Kristen Ivy talk to Greg about the importance of taking time to invest in the next generation of leaders.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Rob Wegner talks to Greg about practical ways to build a high-functioning team that can help shape the culture and future of a new church.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, church planter Brandon Grant talks with Greg about casting a vision that keeps your church aligned with God's call.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg talks with two church planting couples, the Jones and the McMahons, about why prioritizing marriage is an integral part of the health of new churches.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Mindy Caliguire and Jeremy Brown dive in deep with Greg about the importance of soul care in church planting.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Leilani Sizemore and Donnie Williams talk with Greg about practical tips for staying motivated to work hard and healthy for the journey of church planting.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Chris Moerman and Greg talk about how to engage the culture while staying true to God's design for you as a leader.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Albert Tate and Greg talk about how to tell the greatest story ever told in a way that inspires people and brings them closer to Jesus.
In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, planters Jeff Snodgrass, Clint Dupin, and Vince Antonucci discuss the value of and practical how-tos for raising the resources your church needs to get off on the right foot.
In the second episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Mac Lake and Craig Whitney talk to Greg Nettle about factors that predict the success of a church planter.
In this inaugural episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Todd Wilson and Justin Moxley talk with Greg about the question that comes to minds when thinking of church planting - why?
... is that The Church Planting Podcast will be starting! We can't wait to share Season 1 with you, starting in September!
We're excited to announce a church planting podcast - by church planters and for church planters! Greg Nettle hosts this podcast designed to help church planters start churches that don't merely survive, but thrive!