D3 Discipleship Podcast: Recent Episodes
D3 Discipleship Pathway
Welcome to the D3 Discipleship Podcast. A podcast about the language and tools that help to create a culture of intentional discipleship in your church! The D3 Discipleship Pathway is created and used by New City Church, a multi-campus network of churches in Kansas City. If you would like more information check out D3Pathway.com.
Teaching Toolbox is a series teaching each of our tools and the best practices for each tools.
This episode we discuss our first tool, the D3 Pathway!
For questions email d3info@newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ray and Amanda wrap season 5 and discuss Ray's plans for an upcoming Sabbatical.
Be sure to check out other episodes of the D3 Podcast!
Email: d3info@newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ray and Amanda start with some humor about Katy Perry going to space. In addition, they hit the topic of the APEST and how we can help the people in our group to "flesh out" their APEST.
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In this episode Ray and Amanda share some laughs and some serious moments with Jen Watkins. Jen is a part of a differnt church, but is a part of Amanda's D-Group. She gives an outside perspective of what she has experienced so far and the transformation she is already seeing in her discipling journey.
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In this episode Ray and Amanda talk about the Work/Rest Pendulum and how important this can be for your group and group members to be flled up and active.
Scripture References:
John 15
Mark 1:35-39
Mark 6:30-32
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In this episode, Ray and Amanda talk about a question that was brought up at our Shawnee Winter Gathering. "How do you prepare and plan for leading your D-Group?" With a little insight to planning and praying this could be a helpful episdoe for you as a leader!
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In this episode Ray and Amanda explore the book of Acts for a few leadership principles and growth points that we as leaders can take hold of for our spiritual maturity.
Join us by reading Acts 9:28-31
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In this episdoe Ray and Amanda explore how prayer can lead and live within our Discipling groups. Praying for people in your group, but also joining the spirit in the work of the hearts of your people!
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In this episode Ray and Amanda talk about some frustrations you might be facing as a leader and some tips to help you. In addition, they discuss how to handle the holidays with your group and keeping in touch with your members!
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In this episode Ray and Amanda explore D1 (Spiritual Foundations) & D2 (Experiencing God) and how they will work in the discipling culture of New City Church. These new tools for 2025 are a great way for us to disciple a person at any spritual maturity level!
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In this episode, Ray and Amanda dive into Hebrews 13 and the important leadership principles that the author of Hebrews wraps up his writings with. These principles will be key for you as a discipling leader!
- Lead from God's Word.
- Have a faith worth imitating.
- Watch over others as though you will be held accountable for their souls.
- Have a clear conscience and conduct yourself honorably.
- Know that Jesus equips you with all that is good to do His will.
Hebrews 13
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Welcome Amanda Albert as our new podcast cohost. Amanda serves as the Campus Discipling Leader for New City Church KCK and has been a part of New City Church for 7 years. She loves discipleship and has some great insights to share!
Speacial shoutout to Katie Ketzner for all that she has done the past two years as host!!
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In this episode, Ray and Katie wrap up season 4 of the podcast. Included is a special announcement about the upcoming season that you won't want to miss!!
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In this episode, Ray and Katie discuss "reckless leadership" and how it breeds Holy Spirit dependancy in your group.
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In this episdoe, Ray and Katie wrap the 20 Discipling Questions that can help your group to go deeper. Check them all out below and use them to begin great conversation with the people in your group!
- What do you think about ___________?
- How do you feel about that idea?
- Did you experience that when you were younger?
- Are you familiar with the history behind that?
- Who influenced you most on that idea?
- Where do you think that idea comes from?
- How does that change your perspective?
- How does that line up with your values?
- What values do you have that drove that decision?
- Where does that lead if nothing changes?
- Do you think there is a purpose for that?
- How can that tragedy be used for good in your life?
- What will life look like down the road if that problem is not solved?
- What’s God up to in all this?
- Does that line up with how God designed things to work?
- How does God factor into that experience?
- Does faith impact how you feel about _______________?
- Does your faith change how you will move forward with this?
- Where do you see God moving in all of this?
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Asking great questions can get you far as a leader!
In this episode Ray and Katie talk about and dissect 11 questions you might be able to ask in your Discipling group to get deeper in your conversations.
Part 1 of 2
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11 Great Questions to ask:
How did that make you feel?
What do you think about ________________?
How did you feel about that idea?
Are you familiar with the history behind this?
Who influenced you most in that decision?
Where do you think that idea came from?
How does this change your perspective?
How does this line up with your values?
What values (beliefs) do you have that drove that decision?
Where does that lead if nothing changes?
In this episode, Ray and Katie talk about "Instep" - A new training and equipping tool for those in discipleship to walk with individuals who are "stuck". We are seeking deployed leaders who can walk alongside others in helping them to grow spiritually.
This ministry will be well suited for those that are gifted in sitting with others, and leading them to their next best steps. This will also be beneficial for all deplyed leaders to know when to refer and help people in their groups as well.
Please listen to Episode 74 in association with this episode!
If you have more questions, send an email to d3info@newcitychurch.com or vist d3pathway.com
In this episode Ray and Katie talk about our new Deployment Language - 3 Recommendations for those you are deploying. In addition, they talk about growth plans and next steps for using this language at your upcoming deployment party!
Green - Go and Make Disciples
Yellow - Grow and Make Disciples
Red - Not Deployed Yet
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about the new deployment opportunities for deployed disciples at New City Church.
Lead a D Group
Lead a City Group
Lead a Ministry Team
Plant a Neighborhood
Become a D3 Missionary - Help to build a discipling culture at other campuses.
Be a Biblical Counceling Center Mentor - 1:1 In-step Relationship with others in the area of finances, marriage, addiction, grief, & mental health.
For more information visit: d3pathway.com or send an email to d3info@newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ray and Katie discuss everything generosity, including time, talent, and treasure. Why do groups talk about tithing and serving? Why do we press in? What is the challenge with generosity?
This is a good one!
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about the improtance of Deployment and some of the best practices for deploying the individuals in your group!
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in this episode, Ray and Katie talk about the why behind Phase 3: Competency. This is the place we assure our group members they are ready to go and multiple the discipling process!
For more information visit: d3pathway.com or email d3info@newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ray and Katie talk about the importance of the Out. Why do we need to step into this pracitce and what is it's purpose? Find out more in this episode as well as hearing some great ways your group can partner with some local orginizations.
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Book Mentioned in this episode: Sharing Jesus without Freaking Out - Alvin Reid
In this episode, Ray and Katie (she is back!) talk about the importance of tools and the transformation phase of the discipling pathway!
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In this episode Ray and Adam Freeman talk about the impotance of abiding. In addition, they share some great tips to help your group get going!
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In this episode and season opener we go back to the basics of the WHY behind some of the things we do in D3. Why is stories so improtant to the porcess? Why is one of the first things we do? Ray has a great conversation with one of discipling leaders Lauren Elliot about this!
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In this episode Ray and Katie, are closing out Season 3 of the D3 podcast. Review each episode to find the one that you need to check out!
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In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Brandy Peterson and tlak about her current group and even her upcoming group and how she is balancing and planning to move from one group to the next! In addition, some great tips and trick for reteaching and training your group before doing their Out!
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In this episdoe Ray and Katie sit down with Student Pastor Adam Freeman about transforming the lives of students using the D3 pathway. Exciting things are happening in the way of student discipleship.
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In this episode Ray and Katie discuss a new tool that is being added to the D3 pathway. The Three Circles tool will help to train disciples to share the gospel in a simple and effective way!
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Jacob Collins and talk about several different things about discipleship and the D3 Pathway. This conversation covers People of Peace, The Out, and Deployment.
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In this episode Ray and Katie explore the Up,In, and Out Triangle and how it can be taught right before your group takes on their group Out. In addition, they look at how you can weigh it against someones calendar and how that might affect some of their daily habits and rhythms.
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In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Karen Kirk to talk through building a multi-generational discipleship group. Karen has a couple groups that have had a variation of age ranges and she speaks on the benefits and fun of this!
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Krystin Sandford to talk about her early group that restarted and how her current group formed out of two groups coming together.
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In this episode, Ray and Katie discuss the reality of having a finding time for your group to do an out in addition to getting your group going into Phase 3. Ray shares realities that him and his coleader are facing in finding a time to get their out accomplished.
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Doug Rushing to talk about his current group. Doug and Jake's group started from a City Group and gave them an opportunity to build relationship with the people in their group.
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In this episode Ray and Katie look back over all the topics that have been covered this past semester. If you have missed any episodes be sure to go back and check them out!
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Lauren and Morgan and discuss finding a co-leader and where they are with their current group as they begin Phase 2 of the D3 Pathway.
This is a great episode packed with some great tips and tricks!
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In this episode Ray and Katie discuss Phase 1:Stories with Hope Kirby who just finished with her group she is currently leading. in addition, the three discuss some other great ideas for what to do with your group around the holidays.
For more info visit D3Pathway.com or email us at d3info@newcitychruch.com
In this episode Ray and Katie explore a few ways a leader can use the 8 Arenas Tool to get their group rolling in the right direction. Helpful tips and tricks for getting your group to abide or picking your next topic in your group!
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In this episode Ray and Katie have a conversation with Jonathan Bissiq about his group that he recently started. At the time of recording he was only 3 weeks into his group and had just presented the covenant to his group! Catch some tips and tricks from him.
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In this episode Ray and Katie discuss the D3 Discipleship Covenant and the importance of that to your group. In addition, we walk through each of the expectations and give some clear vision on why we have this document.
For more info visit d3pathway.com or email d3info@newcitychruch.com
In this episode, Ray and Katie answer listeners questions all about discipleship. They discuss everything from crazy group schedules to how to deploy someone from another church! You don't want to miss this one.
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about the final phase in the D3 Pathway, Phase 4 and what are next steps for leaders and group members as they move into their next group. Is your group ready to deploy? Then this is the podcast for you!
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In this episode, Ray and Katie discuss Phase 3 of the D3 Pathway - Competency. This phase is all about letting the people in your group reteach the tools before going out to start their own group. In addition, they talk about People of Peace and why this is important to begin before moving into deployment.
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In this episode Ray and Katie go "back to school" with one of our first episodes about Phase 2 of the D3 Pathway. Phase 2 is the phase of transformation and where we will spend most of our time in discipleship!
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In this episode Ray and Katie look at the importance of Phase 1: Stories in the D3 Pathway. Find out the importance and the need for this opening phase of the discipling process.
For more information visit d3pathway.com or email: d3info@newcitychurch.com for more info.
In this episode Ray and Katie walk through the D3 Pathway - the main pathway and tool of the D3 Discipling process. By giving a 30,000 foot view of the pathway they help the listener to see the steps in our discipling process.
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In this episode, Ray and Katie go back to the very beginning and explain the D3 Discipleship Equation. This equation is foundational for our discipling pathway and why we do it the way we do it.
One Common Language + 1 Common Method = Uncommon Transformation
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In this episode Ray discusses summer plans for the podcast and a few dates to put on your calendar as a D3 Leader.
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In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Michelle Ranney about her discipling journey. Michelle gives some great insight on leading your group well!
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Send Questions to: ray.peoples@newcitychurch.com
In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Jenn Miller and have a discipling conversation!
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In this episode, Ray discusses new language for THE OUT and 4 Steps that every Deployed Leader can take. Each of these topics were touched on but not heavily discussed at our Spring D3 Gathering.
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Casey Carter to have a conversation about Discipleship. Casey serves as New City's Edgerton Campus Pastor and Pastor of Campus Development.
For more information visit: d3pathway.com or newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Emma Bartel. Emma has a unique story about her discipling journey and how it led her back to Kansas City to be a part of New City Church's staff.
For more info visit: d3pathway.com or newcitychurch.com
In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Stanton Cole and have a great discipling conversation! Stanton has been a part of New City since it's launch and has a giant heart for discipleship as well.
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Daniel Smith. This episode is part two of a two part conversation. Don't forget to go back and listen to Episode A of this series.
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Daniel Smith. Daniel is an elder at our Edgerton campus and has an awesome story to tell. This is part 1 of 2.
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Kristyn Allison, Kid City Director at our KCK Campus. Kristyn shares her experience in leading not only d-groups but also in how she brings D3 into her ministry.
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In this weeks episode, Ray and Katie have a conversation with Diana Bartel about her Discipleship Experiences.
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In this episode Ray and Katie sit down with Jamie Eberra to talk about her discipling journey.
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk with Pete Kirwan about all things discipleship and his journey in discipleship!
To learn more about New City Neighborhoods visit https://www.newcitychurch.com/online
To email Pete: pete.kirwan@newcitychurch.com
To send questions in about D3: ray.peoples@newictychurch.com or katie.clevenger@newcitychurch.com
Also visit d3pathway.com for more discipling information!
In this episode Ray and Katie start a new season with an interview with Cody Ketzner. Cody has been a part of New City since the beginning and has led a couple different groups. We get the chance to talk with him about just that!
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In this episode, Ray and Katie talk about the new changes coming for season 2 of the podcast and what you have to look forward to!
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about the things you can do with your group in December depending on where you are in the D3 Pathway!
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In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Pastor Price Wright to talk about his discipling journey through the D3 Pathway.
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In this episode, Ray and Katie hit some Q & A all about the D3 Playbook and How to talk to group members about baptism.
Campus Discipling Leaders:
Shawnee - Jacob Collins - jacob.collins@newcitychurch.com , Stanton Cole - stanton.cole@newcitychurch.com
Edgerton - Pete.Kirwan@newcitychurch.com
KCK - amanda.albert@newcitychurch.com
Raytown - price.wright@newcitychurch.com
For more information visit: d3pathway.com
In this episode, Ray and Katie talk about 5 principles that help to ensure that discipleship can effectively multiply. Once your group members are deployed, we hope they are able to effectively lead their next group.
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In this episode, Ray and Katie look at Phase 3: Competency and talk about when your group is ready to begin reteaching the tools. They also discuss the purpose of feedback and coaching to help your d-group members succeed!
For more information visit newcitychurch.com
In this episode, Ray and Katie sit down with Pastor Matt Miller to introduce a new Phase 2 tool - The 8 Arenas of Life. Pastor Matt explains what the purpose of this tool is along with giving some great tips and tricks to help the people in your group put some thoughts into action.
In this episode, Ray and Katie break down the Eat the Word tool and the three things that we want to accomplish with it as we study God's Word.
Observation, Interpretation, and Application
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In this interview Ray and Katie sit down with Lauren Elliot to ask her about her discipling journey and how her calling to disciple has now grown to reaching multiple women in the church!
In this episode, Ray and Katie answer a few questions that were ask at our All Campus D3 Discipleship Meeting. Included in this episode were questions about Deployment, Co-Leaders, and more.
More Information available at d3pathway.com
In this episode Ray and Katie talk about next steps for someone who is deployed and not leading. In addition, they talk about multiplication and the important part that it plays in discipleship. What are your next steps that you need to take?
Campus Discipling Leaders Contact Info:
Ray Peoples - Discipleship Pastor - ray.peoples@newcitychurch.com
Stanton Cole - Shawnee - stanton.cole@newcitychurch.com
Jacob Collins - Shawnee - jacob.collins@newcitychurch.com
Pete Kirwan - Edgerton - pete.kirwan@newcitychurch.com
Amanda Albert - KCK - amanda.albert@newcitychurch.com
Price Wright - Raytown - price.wright@newcitychurch.com
In this episode - Ray and Katie talk about the third D3 benchmark - People of Peace. Oftentimes this is the hardest part for many people to replicate their discipling journey. Hopefully these tips and trick are helpful!
In this episode, Ray and Katie introduce and talk about the Work/Rest Pendulum. This tool can be used to show your group the importance of both abiding and rest! Get a few great tips and personal stories of how this tool can be used.
For more information visit: d3pathway.com
In this episode, Ray and Katie talk about how to build your Phase 1 Story effectively as a leader so that the people in your group can in turn do the same. In this episode, they discuss some great conversation starters that are available for you on the D3 Pathway website as well. They talk about the why behind each of these questions and what a great story looks like.
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In this episode Ray and Katie speak with Mark and Jolene Hill long time members of New City Church Raytown. Each of them give a unique perspective of being in the church a long time but seeing awesome transformation and awareness of Jesus through the discipling process!
For more information visit: d3pathway.com
Episode 18: Discipleship Q & A #2 - Who to Invite In / Who to Lead With
In this episode Ray and Katy take some questions from listeners about different people that you might ask into discipleship and who you might lead with.
Question 1: I know you covered starting a group. But how about a deeper dive into some individual conversations…I presented being in a group to a guy who is already very knowledgeable and he said he already knew what discipleship was…. It seemed like a barrier to our conversation or him being in discipleship.
You have people like that, and you have people that are really churched, not churched/new to faith but a good candidate, old to faith but new to New City, etc… can you talk about each of those…
Question 2: What are your thoughts on leading with someone who no longer attends New City?
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about in depth the details of a Deployment Party and what you as a leader need to know to be ready for it!
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about a few questions you can ask to see if your group is ready for deployment. See how timeline, tools, transformation, and teaching can set up the extent of when you are ready to deploy your group.
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In this episode Ray and Katie look at the Learning Circle. They give multiple tips and tricks and share why this could easily be labeled the most important tool in Discipleship.
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In this episode Ray and Katie talk about "relational equity" and how it can make an impact in your group. In addition, they define relational equity, show how to grow it in your group, and why it is important to your groups success.
For more information visit: d3pathway.com
To send in a question for our Q&A email: ray.peoples@newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ashley Williams joins Ray and Katie to share her discipling journey. Ashley has a unique story of coming to know Christ and spending time in three different discipling groups. Much can be learned about identity and spiritual growth in this interview!
For more information visit: d3pathway.com
To submit your discipleship questions send them to ray.peoples@newcitychurch.com
In this episode Ray and Katie address some questions that you might have as a discipling leader.
The questions they cover on today episode include:
What if my group is not abiding?
How do we talk about the D3 Covenant without freaking people out?
What is the purpose of the tools?
Do I have to memorize all the tools?
Should I lead with someone else?
What is the best approach for finding someone to co-lead with?
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In this episode Ray and Katie discuss lies that we often believe that keep us from leading a group or "sitting on the bench" in Discipleship. Offering hope and encouragement we want people to understand they are not alone in their discipling journey!
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On this episode Ray and Katie talk about the benchmark of THE OUT. The importance of the out and how each group needs to display a passion for this! Also, they discuss practical tips on how your group can do an OUT!
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In this Episode Ray and Katie touch on the top five tools every leader and D-Group member needs to know... and know well! These are the most used tools that we have in Discipleship!
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In this episode Ray is joined by a new cohost (Katie Clevenger) and they begin a conversation about Starting a Group. In addition, they talk through a simple outline for every leader who might be looking to start a group!
Starting Your Group Outline: https://www.d3pathway.com/resources-page
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In this episode Ray discusses the RE-Teach Tool, a new tool or observation that leaders will make in Phase 3 of discipleship as their group members reteach tools they have learned. During the podcast he discusses some of the questions you as a leader want to be asking yourself and the individual teaching.
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Episode 6: New Tools_Phase 1 - Read Scripture App & 7 Arrows
In this podcast Ray covers two new tools that can help your group to better abide and study God's Word. These two tools include the Read Scripture App & The 7 Arrows/Questions tool.
You can find more information at d3pathway.com
Episode 5: Discipleship Square_Phase 4 - Deploy!
In this episode we talk about deployment and the next steps for your group after deployment. Also, we discuss what prepares a person to be deployed and what you need to know as a leader to prepare your group to be sent out to make disciples, that make disciples, that make disciples!
In this episode Ray walks through Phase 3 of the Discipleship Pathway. Phase 3, known as the competency phase allows those in your group to re-teach some of the tools in a safe place, gather feedback and coaching, and allows the group to revisit some of the tools that have been taught. In addition, we talk about People of Peace and how your group can begin their journey of finding people of peace.
In this weeks episode we talk about Phase 2 of the Discipleship Pathway. Phase 2 is an important piece in the discipling journey as this is where we tend to see the most transformation and change in those we are discipling.
Episode 2: D3__Discipleship Pathway__Phase 1: Stories
In todays podcast we look at Phase 1 of the D3 Pathway and how stories is important to setting the tone and foundation for your group. In addition to walking through the why we look at some great tips and questions you can apply to your group in Phase 1 of Discipleship!
Host:Ray Peoples
Date: 2_9_21
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What makes the D3 Discipleship Pathway so effective? We believe it is the fact that each of our discipling leaders are on the same page. We use a common language and a common methodology to lead our discipling groups to uncommon transformation. In this episode, host Ray Peoples leads us through the ideas of why we have these two common principles in place.