The Pastoral Calling Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Pastoral Calling Podcast
The Pastoral Calling Podcast is a conversation about life and leadership in the local church. Every two weeks Mat and Jim talk about the joys and struggles of pastoring small-to-mid-sized churches and interview another church leader who is doing the same. Join in!
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Jim and Mat sit down with Cameron Townley (Rush Creek Bible Church) to talk a bit about the uniqueness of faithfully pastoring a larger congregation as well as new and exciting apple varieties, Admiral Akbar and sleeping through Mat's theology classes.
Jim and Mat sit down with Danny and Jon-Michael, two soon-to-be college graduates, as they get ready to head out on their pastoral residencies as a first step towards ordination.
In this 'hot take' episode, Mat and Jim talk about their experiences leading and participating in their congregations' Good Friday and Easter services.
Jim and Mat talk with Nathan Killion about the way God has lead him from pastoring in a small town in Illinois to Thailand to the Pacific Northwest. In all of these places, he's dug in and found meaning in leading relationally.
Mat and Jim are joined by Bryan Walker (president, Grace Gospel Fellowship) to talk about his new role and vision for the GGF - but mainly about the unique space a church board fills in the life of the congregation. We also help Bryan find a hobby (crochet is the frontrunner at the moment).
Jim and Mat catch up on the ups and downs of ministry over the last two years, especially reflecting on the way pastoral work can ebb and flow through seasons of joy and struggle. Bonus content includes: time travel, Encanto and youth pastors sitting on chairs like AC Slater.
The Pod is back! Mat and Jim awake from their slumber to interview Pastor Josh White (Grace Bible Church, Phoenix) to discuss long-term ministry in the same congregation, finding healthy outlets for a competitive nature, moving buildings, bi-vocational ministry, slap-dash Greek translations and much more. We are so glad to be back!
Jim and Mat talk with their mate Kevin Crouse about his experience with creating space - both physical and virtual - for people to be open and honest as they seek for truth.
Mat and Jim (finally!) talk about the changes and challenges we are all learning to work with during the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Jim and Mat are joined by Pastor Chris DeBlaay from The Branch Church in Grand Rapids (www.thebranchonline.org). Chris shares about his experience of planting a church in an urban context, the joy and challenge of congregational ministry, and a life-changing season of rest.
Mat and Jim are live for their annual Paczki Day celebration at Marge's Donut Den in Wyoming, MI. Featuring a surprise interview with Marge herself (and her sister Marylou!) and a conversation with their friend Nathan English about the importances of having space to be yourself.
In the first ever High Def episode of the PCPod, Jim and Mat talk about the sometimes unspoken challenge of feeling like you are not doing enough as a pastor. Plus, we give a sneak peak at an upcoming mini-series
Mat and Jim talk about the importance of journeying to an understanding of who you are in order to be faithful to the person and pastor God has created you to be in Christ.
Mat, Jim and Joe talk about the importance of digging in to the life of the congregation - whatever that looks like at any particular time.
Just in time for the holidays! Cuddle up by an open fire with Mat and Jim as they catch up on the last 18-months of life and ministry.
Mat and Jim welcome their good friend Joe Johnson back to the podcast to talk about life as a full-time vocational pastor after surviving eight long years of various internships.
It's been a long time, but we are finally back with a new episode of the Pastoral Calling Podcast! In this one, Jim and Mat catch up on life over the past year and spend time talking about growth, holistic faith, liturgy and hospitality.
Mat and Jim sit down with Matt Amundsen who has recently been appointed the Executive Director of the Grace Gospel Fellowship. Matt shares about his vision and passion for God's work and God's people.
Mat and Jim talk about the importance of unity and how to embrace the power of God in the midst of failure.
18: Paczkis and Consistency (feat. (the other) Jim Shemaria) by The Pastoral Calling Podcast
Jim and Mat chat with Mitch Connelly about what it's like to be the youth pastor in a small church (with a small youth group!).
Mat and Jim talk about what makes a good 30th anniversary for a church body and the excitement and challenge of church facilities. Then, Allyssa Thompson joins the PCP to talk about her first five months in ministry as a worship coordinator.
Mat talks with professional photographer Nathan English about his perspective on being pastorally present with his clients, the beauty of a gospel-centered wedding and much more.
Jim and Mat talk about the Advent season, Christmas traditions, Egg Nog, the worst Christmas songs on the radio and more!
"Pastoring is more than preaching." In this episode, Mat and Joe talk about caring for people in ministry not just through the sermon, but through real relationships, vulnerability, and sharing life together.
Jim and Mat speak about the power of a good potluck. Later, they interview Dr. Scott Shaw about pastoral counseling, the pastor's mental health, boundaries and more.
Mat and Jim talk about the change of pace that comes with fall ministries. Then, Jeremy Clark of GMI stops by to talk about what it looks like to be a sending church that is engaged with world missions.
Mat and Jim speak with Kizombo Kalumbula about being present, diversity, listening, race relations and engaging with neighbors.
Jim and Mat talk about the power of the worship service to direct and shape a congregation. Later, they interview Adam Wolf about his role as a worship leader and the philosophy behind what he does.
Mat and Jim talk about the possibilities of serving alongside the current and upcoming generation and they speak with Campus Pastor Rick Pilieci about his outlook on the future of the church.
Mat and Jim talk with Tim Cosby about Christian Coaching and the potential it has in the local church.
Jim and Mat talk about what it means to be "called" and speak with Frosty Hansen about discerning when it is time to begin or end a season in ministry.
Jim and Mat talk about the use of story in the sermon and interview Pastor Shane from Take Hold Church about shepherding a small, authentic faith-community in urban Grand Rapids.
Jim and Mat talk about what they've been working on and Jared Kusz shares the joys and challenges of being a 20-something who is pastoring a church with the average age of 75.
Jim and Mat talk about their background in intentionally multi-generational churches and Gary Hansen shares about his work in a church that does the same.
Jim and Mat introduce the podcast and talk about the realities of leading small churches that should be embraced! Pastor Gary Spykerman shares about reviving the pastoral in-home visit.