Best Churchleadership Podcasts (2024)

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Intentional versus Unintentional Churches, with Bart Rendel | S05.E10 30:19

2h ago30:19

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On the final episode of season 5, Erin and Doug invite Intentional Churches’ president and co-founder, Bart Rendel, to the show to outline the differences between intentional and unintentional churches. Bart has a heart for helping church leaders take personal ownership of The Great Commission, and that passion bleeds through every part of this con…

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Bonus Episode! The Violent Take It By Force: Christian Nationalism is a Threat to American Democracy (with Matthew D Taylor) 1:01:19

1h ago1:01:19

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In this special election special bonus episode, I reached out to returning guest Matthew D Taylor, who has just come out with a brand-new book called The Violent Take it by Force: The Christian Movement that is Threatening Our Democracy. For those who are still undecided about their vote in the upcoming election, this is a must-listen. Given the fa…

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Paradise Undone: A Novel of Jonestown (with Annie Dawid) 47:32

2h ago47:32

47:32

This week's episode takes an in-depth look at the tragic murder/suicide that took place in Jonestown, Guyana, in 1978. Cult leader Jim Jones was responsible for not only controlling and manipulating his numerous dedicated followers, in the end, he forced nearly 1000 of them to commit suicide or be murdered. In the wake of this tragedy that occurred…

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Innovating in Ministry without Losing Focus 33:48

4h ago33:48

33:48

Today, we're diving into the crucial topic of innovating in ministry without losing focus. We'll explore practical strategies for making iterative changes in your church, leveraging your temperament to navigate differing attitudes towards change, and avoiding the pitfalls of program clutter. Stay tuned for valuable insights on effective decision-ma…

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Self-Caring #SelfCareTips 30:41

3h ago30:41

30:41

During the self-caring transition, young adults learn to take charge of their mental and physical well-being. Our guests share stories about the ups and downs of setting boundaries, finding supportive communities, and figuring out what rhythms of self-care really look like. We also explore tips for how leaders can create spaces where young adults f…

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Better Sermon Series Planning - Episode 369 33:32

6h ago33:32

33:32

Weekend quality is about more than creative excellence. It’s about how well you leverage that time to engage both insiders and outsiders—for people who know Jesus and people who don’t. The sermon is a core component of any weekend experience. In this episode, Sean and Amy break down strategies for planning a sermon series that really connects with …

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Ministering to the One and the Ninety-nine, with Brian Hunt and Heather Mahoney | S05.E09 29:30

1d ago29:30

29:30

This week on The Intentional Churches podcast, Doug and Erin sit down with Mission Church’s Sarah Cole. Sarah serves as the Ventura, CA church’s welcome team lead—focusing on creating a volunteer culture that welcomes in everyone and anyone. Why is creating that culture of hospitality important to The Great Commission? How do we recruit and inspire…

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How to Create a Culture of Collaboration 32:35

7d ago32:35

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In this episode, we're diving into strategies for building a culture of collaboration within your church. Scott explores the significance of managing silence during discussions, engaging quieter team members, and breaking larger groups into smaller ones to ensure all voices are heard. He emphasizes the role of intentionality in inclusive leadership…

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How Prepared Is Your Church for Guests? - Episode 368 36:58

7d ago36:58

36:58

Weekend Quality Check (Part 1) - We’re hearing it from churches across the country: More and more people are showing up on the weekend, and it’s really encouraging. When you have that kind of momentum, it’s easy to start coasting. It’s easy to stop noticing what needs attention, which is why now is a really good time for a quality check. Weekend qu…

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Welcoming in the Ones, with Sarah Cole | S05.E08 32:17

8d ago32:17

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This week on The Intentional Churches podcast, Doug and Erin sit down with Mission Church’s Sarah Cole. Sarah serves as the Ventura, CA church’s welcome team lead—focusing on creating a volunteer culture that welcomes in everyone and anyone. Why is creating that culture of hospitality important to The Great Commission? How do we recruit and inspire…

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Breaking! Updates to Project 2025 and the Cult of Trump (with Chris Shelton) 58:21

14d ago58:21

58:21

If you've been following the storyline of what's happening to Project 2025, The Heritage Foundation, and Trump's presidential campaign, then you'll be familiar with some of what Chris Shelton and I discuss in this episode. There have been a number of important developments in this ongoing narrative, as Project 2025 began to be increasingly exposed …

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Contributing #DoingMyPart 29:03

14d ago29:03

29:03

Let’s explore how young adults navigate their contributions to society, relationships, and faith. Listen in to hear about changing plans, the pressure of expectations, balancing aspirations with reality, finding meaning in work, and the importance of support systems during the contributing transition. Sign up for our email list Related FYI resource…

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Healthy Churches Toolkit Overview! 44:32

16d ago44:32

44:32

On this week's episode of the Church Revitalization Podcast, we're showing you all the features of the new Healthy Churches Toolkit! We dove into how the toolkit empowers churches to thrive, with resources for strategic planning, leadership development, and tools for actionable growth. Here’s a quick breakdown: Toolkit Features Overview: We covered…

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Raising a Generation with Courageous Faith feat. Christie Penner Worden - Episode 367 38:00

14d ago38:00

38:00

Is the leader of your family ministry included at the leadership table? In the final episode of our series on "What It Really Takes To Reach Young Families," we had a conversation with Christie Penner Worden. Christie is a strategic leader, speaker, preacher and writer who is passionate about discipling children and equipping churches to raise this…

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Discipling Gen-Z, with Grant Skeldon | S05.E07 32:57

15d ago32:57

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Reaching the next generation is a concern for any institution, especially the church. With Gen-Z leaving traditional religion in droves, how do we disciple this next generation and build up faithful, fruitful leaders? Today on The Intentional Churches podcast, Doug and Erin chat with THINQ’S Next Gen director, Grant Skeldon, to break down how exact…

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Good AI vs. Bad AI: Ethical Ways for Churches to Use Artificial Intelligence 45:48

21d ago45:48

45:48

In this episode of the Church Revitalization Podcast, Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu discuss the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in church settings. They explore the misconceptions surrounding AI, distinguishing between 'bad AI' that could replace human roles and 'good AI' that can serve as a valuable tool for church leaders. The conversa…

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Innovation & Creativity in Kids Ministry feat. Justyn Smith: Episode 366 33:04

24d ago33:04

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One thing is often overlooked when it comes to engaging kids and families—the environment. Creating compelling ministry spaces is crucial for reaching the next generation. Justyn Smith from PlainJoe Studios has 22 years of experience in kids’ ministry. He works with some of the most innovative and creative churches in the country to develop compell…

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The Power of Going First, with Haley Malone | S05.E06 32:47

22d ago32:47

32:47

First Orlando’s Haley Malone never envisioned herself in ministry, but little did this former math teacher and volleyball coach know, she was already doing ministry just by building relationships with those around her. Now Haley serves as First Orlando’s groups director, overseeing all adult groups at the 150 year-old church. Doug sits down with Ha…

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Responsibility #ItsOnMe 25:52

1M ago25:52

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This episode highlights the responsibility transition! Young adults shift from shared responsibility with adults to having more agency in their lives and relationships. We discuss personal maturity, marriage, social responsibility, and the importance of helping young adults in this transition as they contribute to their communities. Sign up for our…

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The Way: Meaningful Spirituality for a Modern World (with Larry Jordan) 46:34

28d ago46:34

46:34

How many of us have left religious beliefs behind, but have not entertained the idea that we might be able to find an aspect of spirituality that is truly meaningful? For those of us who've left controlling religions, it can be incredibly difficult even to entertain the notion that there might even be any aspect of spirituality that is appealing to…

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The Benefits of Sermon Based Groups 25:01

28d ago25:01

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In this episode of the Church Revitalization Podcast, Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu discuss the benefits of sermon-based study groups. They explore how these groups foster unity within the church, provide predictable discipleship outcomes, and deepen the congregation's knowledge of Scripture. The conversation also highlights the importance of using t…

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Vision & Leadership for a Multigenerational Church - Episode 365 29:35

1M ago29:35

29:35

Who is responsible? When kids’ attendance numbers are down, senior leaders can tend to blame the kids’ pastor. But the truth is that the children’s pastor has very little control over creating the necessary environment for reaching young families. The church’s leadership and vision are big factors. Before Tony Morgan’s tragic passing in early Septe…

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Mobilizing Personal Discipleship, with Duane Roberts | S05.E05 31:02

1M ago31:02

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Radical alignment with The Great Commission is a great goal to shoot for, but how do we actually take discipleship and make it personal? On this week’s episode of The Intentional Churches podcast, Doug sits down with Calvary Chapel’s executive pastor, Duane Roberts, to talk about authentic relationship-building, organizational alignment in a multi-…

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Revitalizing Your Aging Congregation: 3 High-Impact Strategies in 90 Days 33:13

1M ago33:13

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Read full show notes at: https://malphursgroup.com/260 In this episode of the Church Revitalization Podcast, hosts A.J. Mathieu and Scott Ball discuss three impactful strategies that aging congregations can implement within 90 days to revitalize their church. They emphasize the importance of understanding the unique challenges faced by aging congre…

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Combatting Christian Consumerism, with Chris Palmer | S05.E04 30:44

1M ago30:44

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For this week’s episode of The Intentional Churches podcast, Doug sits down with Chris Palmer, dean of ministry and theology at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida, to talk all things Christian consumerism. Doug and Chris have both witnessed the church’s slow evolution towards a more consumeristic, programmatic institution in recent decade…

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Battling Biblical Illiteracy: 4 Game-Changing Techniques for Modern Churches 31:59

1M ago31:59

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Read the full show notes at: https://malphursgroup.com/259 Register for the Healthy Churches Toolkit Live Launch: https://malphursgroup.com/launch In this episode of the Church Revitalization Podcast, hosts Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu discuss the alarming decline in biblical literacy and propose innovative strategies to combat this issue. They intr…

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Tim Sledge Interviews Me About My New Book "Not So Shiny Not So Happy People!" 50:36

1M ago50:36

50:36

For the first time ever, my show has been hijacked! My very good friend Tim Sledge, who is the editor and publisher of my new book, Not So Shiny Not So Happy People: How Bill Gothard, Church, and Family Taught Me Christianity Doesn't Work interviewed me recently about my book. Aside from me, there is nobody else on Earth who knows more about my boo…

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Relationships #ItsComplicated 30:20

2M ago30:20

30:20

This episode unpacks young adults’ work of navigating the complexities of trust, connection, and boundaries in their relationships. We’ll also explore how youth leaders and mentors can provide guidance during this transition, helping young adults build meaningful, healthy relationships. Sign up for our email list Related FYI resources: How to be he…

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Dismantling the Institutional Mindset, with Chad Booher | S05.E03 33:35

2M ago33:35

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A church can be considered an “institution” but that doesn’t mean our churches should have institutional mindsets focused on programs over people. For today’s conversation on radical alignment with The Great Commission Erin and Doug sit down with Chad Booher, the community engagement minister at his local church and an individual passionate about i…

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Not So Shiny Not So Happy People: "The Terror of an Empty House" Chapter Reading 25:25

2M ago25:25

25:25

I'm excited to announce that my new book, Not So Shiny Not So Happy People: How Bill Gothard, Church, and Family Taught Me Christianity Doesn't Work is now available as of today!! The book is available as a paperback, Kindle EBook, and Audible Virtual Voice versions now. In this special episode, I'm reading the Preface chapter to the book, which is…

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3 Overlooked Growth Strategies for Mid-Sized Churches 32:59

2M ago32:59

32:59

Unlock the potential of your mid-sized church with these 3 often-overlooked growth strategies! 🚀🙏 In this video, we dive deep into practical, innovative approaches that can transform your church of 100-200 members into a thriving community. You'll discover: 1️⃣ How to master your welcome strategy and turn first-time visitors into engaged members 2️…

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Celebrating Tony Morgan 5:30

2M ago5:30

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Many of you have already heard of Tony Morgan's passing on the morning of Wednesday, September 4, 2024, after suffering a heart attack two days before and battling with all his strength. But we wanted you to hear it from our voices. This is a tribute to the best boss we ever had, the leader who practiced what he preached, and the man who loved Jesu…

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Radical Alignment with The Great Commission w/ Rodney Elliot | S05.E02 32:39

2M ago32:39

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Erin and Doug are back for this week’s episode of The Intentional Churches podcast, sitting down with executive pastor Rodney Elliot to talk radical alignment with The Great Commission. Rodney serves as the executive pastor of Pathway Church in Wichita, Kansas, and during his time in that role he’s worked to align the church’s elder board with the …

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The Five Habits of a Healthy Church 37:55

2M ago37:55

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Welcome to Episode 257 of The Church Revitalization Podcast! In this special anniversary episode, your hosts Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu reveal "The Five Habits of a Healthy Church." We’ll emphasize the power of storytelling to engage your congregation and drive your mission, as well as the importance of embedding core values into daily decisions. …

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What It Really Takes To Reach Young Families (Part 1): The Foundation 16:57

2M ago16:57

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If a church is engaging young families, it’s pretty easy to see. What’s less obvious to the outside observer is all the decisions they have made to become a church that parents and kids want to attend—what it really takes. There’s much more to it than curriculum, facilities or finding the right staff, and through this series, we are going to unpack…

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Battling through Misalignment | S05.E01 29:47

2M ago29:47

29:47

Welcome to season 5 of The Intentional Churches podcast! This season we’re talking all about how to radically align our churches and leaders around the promises of Scripture and the truths of The Great Commission. Luke Lezon is our featured guest today—a young lead pastor who’s faced his fair share of misalignment challenges while stepping into a l…

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Creating Peace: Enduring Suffering Without God (with Dean Krosecz) 41:28

2M ago41:28

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For those of us who came out of fundamentalist Christianity, what happens when things go badly wrong in our lives? Do you have the temptation to pray, read the Bible, seek out a wise Christian counselor to discover answers for why this is happening to you? Within evangelicalism, the problem of suffering is a huge issue. There always has to be "an a…

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Preaching with Purpose: Crafting Sermons that Resonate in a Distracted Age 34:01

2M ago34:01

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In Episode 256 of The Church Revitalization Podcast, we tackle the challenge of preaching in a world where attention spans are rapidly shrinking and distractions are everywhere. We explore how to craft sermons that resonate deeply while addressing the realities of modern life. We discuss the importance of capturing attention quickly, the power of s…

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Identity: #WhoAmI 22:33

2M ago22:33

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In this episode, you’ll hear about how young adults balance different parts of who they are, from internal identities like their faith, personal passions, and values to external identities like culture, socio-economic status, and even parenting. We’ll also discuss how youth leaders, mentors, and faith communities can support young adults during thi…

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Brand New Data on Church Health and Trends: Q3 2024 Unstuck Church Report - Episode 363 28:30

2M ago28:30

28:30

Every quarter, The Unstuck Group compiles all the data we’ve collected to monitor trends in churches in the United States. In this episode, Amy and I discuss findings from the Q3 2024 Unstuck Church Report and take a targeted look at key differences between growing churches and churches that are plateauing or declining. You can subscribe to receive…

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God’s Faithfulness in the Midst of Battles, featuring Pastor Clint Nolder | IC Conference Bonus Episode 32:55

2M ago32:55

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To close up season 4 of The Intentional Churches podcast, we’re releasing another bonus episode from our Intentional Churches Conference 2024, this time featuring our opening session with lead pastor Clint Nolder. Clint leads Foundation Church in Newnan, GA, and during his time with our conference attendees Clint shared on the faithfulness of God i…

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BONUS Episode - Organizational Health in Churches: An Interview with Beau Johnson from The Table Group 23:46

3M ago23:46

23:46

Organizational health impacts the overall health of churches. When there are gaps in strengths, trust and accountability in staff teams, stuckness soon follows. Here at The Unstuck Group, we've found an effective way for our team to identify their strengths and close gaps in their leadership through Working Genius by The Table Group. In this BONUS …

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