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Intentional Churches Podcast

Doug Parks & Erin Johnston

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Church Leader, shift your focus from mere institutional insights to individual transformation. Be intentional. Join hosts Doug Parks (CEO and Co-Founder of Intentional Churches) and Erin Johnston (Co-Executive Pastor of Canyon Ridge Christian Church) as they share weekly thought-provoking discussions and actionable takeaways that will resource you to help your people encounter Jesus. Take the step toward authentic discipleship of your congregation so you can mobilize the ninety-nine to reach ...
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Welcome to the weekly podcast from Canyon Ridge Christian Church! Here you'll find our weekend messages every Sunday afternoon. This is a place where you can discover a community that will help you take your next steps into what God is doing. Find out more about Canyon Ridge at http://canyonridge.org/
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Our world has many voices. We all share this space together, but each of us has our own opinions, our own identity. Join hosts Calvin, Brandon, Kristina and Lee, as they bring in guests to discuss various social issues that effect everyone. Each episode will tackle a different issue, with insights by members of some diverse communities. The only rule on this show? You gotta be...STR8 UP.
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MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49285083 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org Make your Rule of Life and let God form your pace and priorities this summer. Visit this link for the Rule of Life guide: https://www.canyonridge.org/single-studies/what-is-a-rule-of-life Do you feel overwhelmed by the relentless pace of life? You’re not alo…
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What do we as ministry leaders do when our facilities begin to run out of space? Should we immediately begin a building campaign, or are there other creative ways to still serve our people in our current spaces? Too many people in too small a space is a good problem to have, but it can be a hard one to solve. Executive pastor Jeremy Thiessen joins …
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MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49291626 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org Have you ever found yourself regretting a hasty decision and wondering, "What was I thinking?" We all have moments where impulsive thoughts lead us away from what's best. However, God encourages us to pause and let Him reshape our thinking. As taught in Roma…
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On this week’s episode of The Intentional Churches podcast, we’re continuing to talk about how we prepare well for that next big “push” in ministry—specifically how to prioritize our own mental, spiritual, and emotional health as leaders. Licensed professional counselor and Gallup Strengths Coach, Stefanie Rowe, joins Erin and Doug, outlining the c…
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In this episode, Erin and Doug welcome Holly Gillespie to discuss the importance of designing church systems and processes with the one in mind. They spotlight the need to shift from a buffet-style approach to a more intentional and targeted strategy that focuses on those who are far from God. They talk through the importance of mindset shifts, suc…
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MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49285083 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org Make your Rule of Life and let God form your pace and priorities this summer. Visit this link for the Rule of Life guide: https://www.canyonridge.org/single-studies/what-is-a-rule-of-life Do you ever feel so hurried that you can’t get a moment of rest? This …
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Guests: Karen Stintz - former city Councillor and TTC chair currently president & CEO of Variety Village and a Federal conservative candidate Kim Wright - Principal and Founder, Wright Strategies Jamie Ellerton - Founding partner at Conaptus and Advisor to Political and Business LeadersBy NEWSTALK1010
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MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49282038 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org Whom do you experience the most disagreement with? When we disagree, it's easy to allow disunity in our relationships. Pursuing unity is hard. Romans 12:18 teaches us, "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." When follow…
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In this episode, Erin and Doug discuss the evolution of church leadership and the shift in mindset between different generations. They specifically focus on the pros and cons of small group models and the need for integration between church life and everyday life. They talk through the importance of disappointing people at a rate they can tolerate …
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When did you last show love and compassion to others in anger? In his prayer in John 17, Jesus reveals that unity and togetherness in love will show the world who He is and His love! Throughout the Bible, you can see that God is slow to anger, even when He has all the right to be. As reflections of his work and goodness, you should follow His examp…
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Welcome to season 4! This season is all about helping you prepare for your church's next big push! In this fist episode Erin & Doug talk with Bart Rendel on the concept of the relational reach zone of churches and how it impacts strategic planning for the next season. Bart stresses the importance of knowing who the church is trying to reach and bei…
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When was the last time you felt united when you judged someone? Judgment is vital to evaluation culture and only leads to division and separation. Jesus' words in Matthew 7:1 are reason enough not to Judge as he lays out the golden rule: "Do not judge others, and you will not be judged". In the pursuit of unity, you can pursue wisdom, humble yourse…
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In this last episode of Season 3 Erin and Doug are joined by Mitch Harrison to discuss church leadership challenges, focusing on the critical issue of burnout. Mitch shares his personal journey of experiencing and overcoming burnout, and the need for intentional replenishment. The conversation highlights the importance of balancing stress with rest…
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When do you find yourself feeling offended? The world says you have the right to take offense and get even. However, the Bible teaches not to dwell on offenses, and to act in love instead. Proverbs 17:9 says, “Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends.” Followers of Jesus should extend love in place of disun…
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