Episodes

Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Lay of the Land: Religious Liberty & Implications for Your Church
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
Tuesday Apr 07, 2020
The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) joins with Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) to discuss the most pressing issues of religious liberty and religious freedom churches are facing today. In this episode, they also look forward to issues, challenges and opportunities on the horizon. Speakers: Dan Darling, Tonya Shellnut, Josh Wester

Thursday Nov 21, 2019
How to Safeguard Your Church Against Sexual Abuse
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Thursday Nov 21, 2019
Widespread reports of sexual abuse and misconduct in almost every setting have prompted business, political and church leaders to admit we have a desperate problem. While churches are taking steps to respond and create safer environments, some don’t address the issue. This episode includes an honest conversation about what you can do to safeguard your ministry from sexual misconduct. Speaker: Eddie Thompson

Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Five Congregations, One Location
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
In today’s ministry landscape, partnership is the name of the game. Whether renting space to a new church plant or purposefully partnering with an ethnic or language church, congregations of any size and shape can more effectively advance the cause of Christ by opening their facilities to multiple congregations. This episode will explore the positives (and negatives) of these partnerships while making the case for how we can begin to view our facilities as an extension of our God-given mission. Speaker: Tyler Ward

Tuesday Aug 27, 2019
Creating a Renewed Vision for Smaller Churches
Tuesday Aug 27, 2019
Tuesday Aug 27, 2019
It is easy for churches, especially smaller churches, to remain stagnant as the community changes around them. This episode talks about strategies for smaller churches to create a renewed vision for community engagement. Using these strategies will help you see that being small can be an advantage to engaging the community. Speaker: Danny Estave

Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
The Soul Winner's Pulpit
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Tuesday Apr 02, 2019
Evangelistic preaching is a priority of our pulpit ministry, but personal witnessing often escapes us. The embers of your pulpit ministry will stay lit to the degree that you, as a pastor and church leader, continue on the hot trail of personal witnessing. Join us as we discuss practical ways to complement personal witnessing and pulpit evangelism. Speaker: Daniel Dickard

Thursday Mar 07, 2019
Pastor as Disciple-Maker
Thursday Mar 07, 2019
Thursday Mar 07, 2019
This session will equip the pastor to be a disciple-maker and provide him with a structure to create a disciple-making culture in his church. Speaker: Sandy Marks

Friday Mar 01, 2019
Dynamic Discipleship from Mundane Ministry
Friday Mar 01, 2019
Friday Mar 01, 2019
Pastoral ministry can be filled with many mundane moments - studying for sermons, visiting the sick and various meetings. How can a pastor find time to make disciples when his calendar is already full of normal ministry responsibilities? This session discusses some ways a pastor can shepherd the flock well by making disciples. Speaker: Chris Griggs

Tuesday Feb 12, 2019
#ChurchToo- Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Tuesday Feb 12, 2019
Tuesday Feb 12, 2019
Reports of workplace sexual harassment abound with no end in sight. No workplace is immune from this problem, including the church and related Christian ministries. These events damage lives, ruin reputations, hurt morale and lead to costly legal actions. However, the church is uniquely called to demonstrate leadership, show compassion, practice humility and provide accountability in addressing this painful issue. This workshop will review practical steps that a ministry can take to prevent and address harassing behaviors before the damage is done. Speaker: Darrin Coon

Monday Feb 26, 2018
Rising Above Foyer Feedback: The Art of Objective Sermon Evaluation
Monday Feb 26, 2018
Monday Feb 26, 2018
This session will explore ways pastors can receive helpful feedback on their sermons so they can grow in their preaching. Specific subjects will include: how to be intentional in getting feedback, putting together sermon evaluation teams, finding and equipping objective people, and using helpful tools.

Monday Feb 26, 2018
An Overview of Basic Pastoral Counseling for Anxiety-Depression
Monday Feb 26, 2018
Monday Feb 26, 2018
Anxiety and depression are the “common cold” of emotional experience for people. There are many questions about how to provide the most effective pastoral care for your members who experience various levels of life disruption from these difficult emotions. In this breakout, we’ll give you an overview of basic pastoral care for anxiety and depression and provide resources that your members can use to create an effective community of care for one another.