Best Practical Church Revitalization Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 144: 2024 Update 14:04

1M ago14:04

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What a long Sabbatical that was. Here's what has happened and a little bit of what you can expect.

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159- What Is Spiritual Health? (with Pastor Matt Valencia) 52:07

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Matt Valencia pastors The Regeneration Church in Scotts Valley, CA. He's a father of five, a church planter, a former school teacher, a former assisting pastor, and the current pastor of ReGen Church. He also heads up a team of leaders across Northern California and Northern Nevada. These leaders serve the senior pastors and churches affiliated wit…

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158- The Story of a Stage 4 Cancer Survivor (with Pastor Steve Marquez) 50:59

2M ago50:59

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It's nothing short of a miracle that Steve Marquez is still with us, here on planet earth. Listen to the story of his healing, and even more importantly, of the ministry to which God has called himPastors and leaders, this episode will provide great insights into how to minister to and care for cancer patients.Also, this episode will be super encou…

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157- A Pastor On the Move (Transition- with Don Rypstra) 53:05

3M ago53:05

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Pastor Don Rypstra is in his last days of a long pastorate in Rochester, Minnesota. His and his wife's move to northern Idaho means that a new normal is waiting for them, but also that someone will be called into an exciting opportunity to pastor and reach the people of Rochester, home of the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. Pastor Don is not unlike man…

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156- A Way to Vitalize (and Utilize) Our Youth- with Gary Malkus Jr. 44:45

4M ago44:45

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It's a huge problem. And because of it, we're losing many of our best youth to the world, the flesh, and the devil. Too often, the young people in our churches run off to college or university and subsequently abandon the faith. Also, in our churches there often is a big chasm between what happens in youth or college groups, and what is going on in…

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155- From Meth to Ministry (with Pastor Gary Malkus Jr.) 50:21

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Every pastor has a testimony, but very few have one like Gary Malkus Jr. Inspiring and directional, Gary's testimony touches a lot of lives, from those in the worst kind bondage to those who need to remember where they came from as they deal with present realities and future dreams. An amazing story... from meth to ministry. --- Support this podcas…

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154- Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should (Sandy Adams) 44:12

5M ago44:12

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Sandy Adams is the pastor of Calvary Chapel Stone Mountain, Georgia. He is known as a tremendous communicator and teacher of God's Word. At the recent International Pastor's Conference in Southern California, Sandy delivered a message entitled "Just Because You Can Doesn't Mean You Should". His text was from 1 Samuel 24, the account of David having…

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153- Most Churches Need Revitalization (with Thom Rainer) 26:18

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Welcome to podcast 153. Today, it’s a blessing and honor to welcome Thom Rainer. Our subject will be church revitalization, a subject that Dr. Rainer is an expert on… Thom S. Rainer is an author, researcher, speaker, and former president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. Prior to LifeWay, he served at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary…

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152- The God I Won't Believe In (with Nick Cady) 42:56

6M ago42:56

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In episode 152, Bill Holdridge sits down with pastor Nick Cady of White Fields Community Church in Longmont, Colorado. The topic is the backstory of Nick's book, The God I Won't Believe In. How would you complete this sentence, “I could never believe in a God who…?” In 2019, Nick Cady asked the Internet that very question. The responses, along with…

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151- Frontlines Ministry: Called As Light to the Darkness (with Jack Arnold) 21:20

6M ago21:20

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Jack Arnold pastors Calvary Chapel Mt. Si, in North BendWashington.In 2016, the Lord called Jack and family to move to North Bend and become the pastor of Calvary Chapel North Bend, which is now called Calvary Mt. Si. North Bend is only 30 miles from Seattle, a hotbed of far left wing, progressive thinkng. It is not considered a particularly fertil…

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150- Frontlines Ministry- Called to Be the Church (with Jack Arnold) 47:55

7M ago47:55

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SFTP Podcast number 150 focuses on how a ministry which is considered a frontlines ministry must first of all, be a healthy ministry. There must be the life of Jesus, the light of Jesus, and also the love of Jesus. Today I’ll be speaking with Pastor Arnold, who ministers right in the thick of the ongoing cultural and spiritual rebellion against God…

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148- Getting Your People Into God's Word (with Rich Cathers) 47:27

7M ago47:27

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Rich Cathers has written a book. He didn't write a book to write a book; he wrote a book that would advance a ministry passion of his ... the discipling of God's people into the Word of God. Helping them make Bible reading, Bible study, and Bible contemplation and application as much a part of their lives as breathing or eating. So, the book is cal…

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149- What About Pastoral Counseling? (with Pastor Paul LeBoutillier) 37:51

8M ago37:51

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Pastor, is counseling a burden or a blessing to you? How is your one on one ministry oriented? What's your end game? What are you aiming to accomplish with the many hours you spend with people? Paul LeBoutillier speaks with program host Bill Holdridge about counseling, and the way the Lord has taught him to approach it in his church of almost 30 ye…

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147- "I Wrote a Book!" (with Pastor Paul LeBoutillier) 33:30

8M ago33:30

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Podcast number 147 features Pastor Paul LeBoutillier, who recently, and very excitedly, announced that he has written and published his first book. This podcast is aimed at encouraging pastors who have something to say, to say it in written form! In this episode, Paul will share with us about how the book came to be, some of the important component…

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145- A Biblical Response to the ‘Transing’ of America- by Pastor Gary Hamrick 58:10

9M ago58:10

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This is a podcast consisting of a message delivered by Pastor Gary Hamrick on June 4, 2023. He has graciously allowed us to replay it, in its entirety, and with the attached link to the sermon transcript. From Pastor Gary: "...What we are now is a culture in chaos. We are a culture in chaos, rife with gender confusion and sexual perversion, and thi…

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Episode 143: Sound of Freedom Review and Thoughts 25:43

9M ago25:43

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Here's Don and Natalie after seeing Sound of Freedom as they discuss why every church needs to watch this film.

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146- Paradigm Shift: Equipping the Next Gen (with Patrick Farrell) 1:01:43

9M ago1:01:43

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In podcast 146 we’re dealing with a subject that is (or should be) on the heart of every pastor or elder in any church anywhere. It’s an important, paradigm shifting, vision altering approach to ministry. Patrick Farrell, senior/lead pastor of Calvary Chapel Wichita, Kansas, talks about the equipping of the saints for ministry, and in particular, p…

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144- An Enjoyable Season of Ministry, Because… (with Jeff Birmingham) 38:05

10M ago38:05

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Pastor Jeff Birmingham started River Rocks Church in 2012. But after about five years into the effort, he and his wife Jessica were worn out ... about ready to throw in the towel. It was then that things started to happen. A new focus emerged, the strategic leadership development began, and improvement was on its way. An enjoyable season of ministr…

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143- Meet Kevin Green ... and His Music 56:42

10M ago56:42

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Kevin Green is the founding pastor of Calvary Chapel in Fort Bragg, California. He's been serving there for 25 years. Kevin is passionate about Jesus, the scriptures, about teaching the whole counsel of God, about making disciples, and about the fellowship that he feels very privileged to be part of. He's also passionate about music. On that note (…

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Episode 142: Season Preview: The Pastor Shortage 27:18

10M ago27:18

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Hear what's in store for the upcoming season. We will focus on the Pastor Shortage. We will have a panel discussing this issue already here. We will hear from pastors in the deep south, mid-west, from NAMB, and even state leaders.

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Synergy 2023 - Disciple Making Movements: Strategies for Church Revitalization and Multiplication 58:49

10M ago58:49

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This session takes a journey back to the 1st Century Church and rediscovers some timeless practices that helped to multiply disciples of Jesus around the world in the midst of heavy persecution from Rome and rejection from the Jews. This involves training our members to think and live like missionaries wherever they live, work, play, and learn. The…

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Synergy 2023 - What Matters to Men 59:02

10M ago59:02

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In this session we will take a fresh look at what matters most to men and release them to chase their greatest potential. Tom Groot Lead Pastor, Faith ChurchBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Conflict Management & Dealing with Difficult People FULL 58:42

10M ago58:42

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Where there are teams, there is conflict! Join us as we discuss strategies for dealing with difficult people and how to help teams navigate conflict in healthy ways and in ways that strengthen the team as a whole. Sarah House Events & Resourcing Director, Ohio Ministry NetworkBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Balanced Budget, Balanced Life 1:03:30

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Want to stress less about money? Then you need a strategy for your finances! The problem is that making a plan and sticking to it is difficult, which leaves you feeling anxious and makes you want to avoid the issue altogether. Money shouldn’t be a constant source of stress in your life. Come learn important strategies for a balanced budget, balance…

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Synergy 2023 - CarePortal: Connecting Your Church to Community Needs 55:12

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In every community, there are children and families in crisis, who need help. In those same communities, there are churches and people who care and want to take action. What they need is a connection point which CarePortal can provide. Robin Kidd Pastor of Compassion Ministries, Cross Pointe Ministries…

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Synergy 2023 - The Power of Practical Prayer for Missions 1:05:08

10M ago1:05:08

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God wants to use you and those you lead to make a difference in the world every day…through strategic prayer for the nations. Rooted in an understanding of the believer’s identity and authority in Christ, this session will be an interactive “learning and doing” lab for personal and corporate prayer that impacts the world. At the center will be this…

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Synergy 2023 - Supporting Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Care Families in Your Church 51:32

10M ago51:32

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This breakout will explore the importance of supporting foster, adoptive and kinship care families and the best ways to care for them. Paris Yanno Director of Father's Heart, OMN Father's HeartBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Practical Help for Kids with Special Needs 52:05

10M ago52:05

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Understanding kids and how God has uniquely wired them helps us reach more kids for Jesus. This session is about ways to communicate and honor kids who have special needs in our churches. Paris LaCellaBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - NextGen Ministry: Making It Work Together! 49:00

10M ago49:00

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Join a conversation about how kids & youth pastors and leaders can work together toward common goals. We'll talk about the wins & opportunities thinking about NextGen ministry. Meghan Boyle Kidmin Director, Ohio Ministry Network Nate Ortiz Network Youth Director, Ohio Ministry NetworkBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Empowering Students: Youth Alive & STL 54:30

10M ago54:30

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Join this session to find out how to get students to not only give to missions, but to get involved in missions through Speed the Light and Youth Alive. You will also get ideas on how to cultivate a healthy missions environment throughout your church. Matt ClarkOhio Youth Alive DirectorBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Creative Communication in KidMin 58:18

10M ago58:18

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Discover ideas that are hands on to creatively and effectively communicate the Bible. Everything from object lessons to tricks and tips that teach lessons will be covered. Lynna Mooney Children's Pastor, Lima FirstBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Moving Guests Through the Matrix of Belonging to Believing 57:55

10M ago57:55

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Explore best practices for guiding guests through an assimilation process that leads to retention. Lance PorubskyLead Pastor, Radiant Life WadsworthBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Creating a Leadership Pipeline 57:08

10M ago57:08

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Many church leaders often wonder how to create a consistent process to develop and deploy leaders into a meaningful place of Kingdom impact. In this session, you will be given a practical roadmap and valuable insights for training and deploying leaders in your church. Kyle Smith Executive Pastor, Simple Church…

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Synergy 2023 - Becoming a Welcoming Church 52:12

10M ago52:12

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In this session, we will examine a practical and scalable process for creating an environment in your church that engages guests and connects them to the life of your church. Ken DeChant Lead Pastor, Journey ChurchBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Seven Dimensions of Discipleship 1:00:11

10M ago1:00:11

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Could there be some outcomes of your local church's discipleship process that would allow you to measure the growth progress of the Christ followers in your church? Could these outcomes be age appropriate so that growth could be measured in preschoolers, elementary kids, youth, and adults? Discover a resource to implement this process and apply it …

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Synergy 2023 - Hosting a Virtual Missions Experience 43:48

10M ago43:48

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Travel the world and be kingdom inspired from your couch! Come join us as we learn how to engage our churches with virtual mission trips. This will provide a bridge to take the local church to the next level of being educated and inspired to make a global kingdom impact! Katrina Del Valle Assistant Presbyter, Greater Cincinnati Area…

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Synergy 2023 - Church Marketing 57:44

10M ago57:44

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Come explore ways to maximize your church's reach to the community using digital marketing platforms. God has called you to reach a specific group of people and make disciples. But where do you start? In this session, we will... equip you to develop effective marketing and communication strategies for your ministry, explore ways to deepen engagemen…

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Synergy 2023 - I Feel a Call to Ministry: What’s Next? 59:08

10M ago59:08

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Do you sense the Lord guiding you into ministry leadership? Are you unsure, but you’re beginning to feel that leading? Are you confused about where to start and what to do next? In this session, we’ll examine what a call to ministry means and the pathway for taking your next steps into that calling. Josh Willaford Leader Development Director, Ohio …

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Synergy 2023 - Theology of Worship 54:33

10M ago54:33

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Leading worship is more than just singing and playing music. As worship leaders, it is important to have a full understanding and to walk in the biblical and theological depth of worship. Jordan Biel Lead Pastor, Rock of GraceBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Passionate Core Prayer: Synchronizing Our Prayers with the Heart of God 44:54

10M ago44:54

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The Power of Agreement! Could Matthew 18:19-20, Acts 1:14, and Psalm 133, be a key to the release of the power of Holy Spirit in our lives and ministry? This session will investigate this and provide guidance in corporate, guided, passionate core prayer. John Musgrave Church Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network…

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Synergy 2023 - Security 101: Thwarting the Schemes of the Enemy 1:02:29

10M ago1:02:29

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Are you ready if an unsafe person comes into your church? Are you prepared to keep church member information safe and keep church staff safe online? This session will give you a 101 level look at building both physical and cyber security at your church and give you some ways to start preparing. Jeff Heimberger Director of IT & Security, Ohio Minist…

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Synergy 2023 - Building Bridges to Disciple People Out of Poverty (by Convoy of Hope) 58:45

10M ago58:45

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There are several types of poverty including situational poverty, generational poverty, world-wide poverty, and spiritual poverty. This session will help those who are working with people in poverty to better understand them while building bridges of trust to help lift and empower them out of it. Jason Bachman Convoy of Hope…

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Synergy 2023 - Best Practices to Strategically Engage your Community (by Convoy of Hope) 56:41

10M ago56:41

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There is a difference between doing events to bring your community to your church and taking the mission of the church into the community. During this session the leadership from Convoy of Hope will discuss strategic ways to meet needs and make lasting Kingdom impact in your community. Jason Bachman Convoy of Hope…

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Synergy 2023 - Living on Mission: The Everyday Stuff of Life 1:00:29

10M ago1:00:29

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Fishes and loaves, bedtimes and leftovers night. All you have is enough for service in the Kingdom. The everyday normal moments are the just the spice Jesus is looking for. In this session, we’ll talk about living our whole lives on mission, ending the war between the sacred and secular, and how to win people to Jesus from the living room couch. Li…

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Synergy 2023 - Raising Young Men of Honor 56:31

10M ago56:31

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Discover the importance of leading and discipling men of honor, both young and old. Using biblical teachings with modern day tools, we can we can save a generation and their future from the lies of the world. Eric Diehl Lead Pastor, Covenant LifeBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Using Coaching Principles in Discipleship Relationships 1:03:39

10M ago1:03:39

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Coaching is more than a buzzword. Discipleship is more than a buzzword. Could these two concepts, coaching and discipleship, be vitally and intrinsically related to one another? Discover how to use coaching principles as tools in your discipleship process, coaching people forward into a growing relationship with Christ! Dutch Vander Vlucht Lead Pas…

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Synergy 2023 - Fresh Ideas to Care for Your Seniors and Help Your Seniors Care for Others 56:13

10M ago56:13

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Explore ways to engage and connect seniors to the life of your church while sharing ideas to care for them. Duane & Kristi BullPastoral Care, Highway TabernacleBy Ohio Ministry Network

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Synergy 2023 - Managing Stress As A Leader 50:52

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Serving as a leader in any capacity comes with exciting opportunities and meaningful moments, but it also comes with challenges, tough decisions, and growing responsibilities that all contribute to STRESS. In this session, you’ll be given tools and pathways to help you navigate your stress in ways that are healthy and productive for you and those y…

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Synergy 2023 - Developing a Leadership Framework 53:58

10M ago53:58

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In this session, you will receive insight on how to create a sustainable model for organizational leadership and growth by utilizing key principles that create a healthy infrastructure for your ministry. Learn how to create clarity and alignment while deploying a vision effectively and wholistically to accomplish the mission that God has place in f…

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Synergy 2023 - I Don’t Have the Gift of Evangelism 56:29

10M ago56:29

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"I'm not an evangelist". "Witnessing scares me!" "I do not feel I have the right tools to share my faith." Have you said something like this?? You’re not alone. Yet, you have a message to share that EVERYONE in your community needs to hear. But how?! Often, we feel inadequate sharing our faith. It's time to start impacting the people around us in a…

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