Best Carl Olson Podcasts (2024)

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Doing Groups Ministry in a Multisite Context w/ Jason Williams 32:34

7M ago32:34

32:34

Do you serve in a local church ministry? Are you a small group point person? Are you doing groups in a multisite context? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then this Small Group Network podcast is for you as it will encourage and equip you regarding general ministry principles, leadership & groups in a multisite context! Jason Willia…

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Top 5 Things Not To Do When Coaching Small Group Leaders 39:47

7M ago39:47

39:47

We would all agree that small group leaders need the support, mentoring, and care that a coaching system can provide, but it continues to be an area of ministry that is challenging, and often a source of confusion and frustration. In this exclusive interview, Host Carolyn Taketa talks with Allen White about issues related to coaching, especially th…

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Mental Health – Can Anyone be in a Small Group? w/ Dr. David Wang 54:15

7M ago54:15

54:15

Dr. David Wang is a licensed psychologist and associate professor of psychology and pastoral counseling at the Rosemead School of Psychology, at Biola University. He is the editor of the Journal of Psychology and Theology and serves on the editorial board for Spirituality in Clinical Practice (an APA journal). He also leads research funded by the J…

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Increasing Evangelism in Small Groups w/ Joel Comiskey 30:16

8M ago30:16

30:16

Since evangelism is critical part of discipleship, it is typically a high value for our churches. However, practically speaking, many of our groups do not engage regularly in intentional outreach to nonbelievers. In this episode with Joel Comiskey, we focus on why evangelism helps small groups thrive and how we can empower groups to engage in relat…

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Carl George: The Past, Present & Future of Small Groups Ministry 30:34

8M ago30:34

30:34

Pioneer of small groups ministry in the United States, Carl George has been an influential voice in churches for decades. Here, Carl shares his thoughts on the small groups movement over the years including trends, concerns, and the future of small groups ministry in the current cultural context. Carl George, an internationally recognized church co…

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What Should Groups Study? w/ Chris Surratt 29:46

8M ago29:46

29:46

Topic: A question we frequently field from our small group leaders is, "What should we study?" There is an overwhelming range of materials and topics to choose from and it is critical to choose curriculum wisely. What a group chooses to study has a significant impact on group dynamics and spiritual growth. On this podcast, we discuss some issues to…

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Digital Disciple Making 37:46

8M ago37:46

37:46

Since 2017, Bart has been serving at Traders Point Christian Church, a multi-site congregation in Indianapolis, IN with 5 campuses, as their Lead Groups Minister, Campus Pastor for their 2000+ site, and on their Leadership Team. Prior to that, he ministered for 12 years as a Discipleship and Teaching pastor in Northern Indiana. Bart has served in s…

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7 Childcare Solutions for Small Groups w/ Derek Olson 38:59

8M ago38:59

38:59

We're going back to 2019 for this episode! Join Carolyn as she talks with Derek Olson on the challenges of childcare in small group ministries.By Carolyn Taketa | Lumivoz

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Bi-vocational Pastors and Why You Want Them in Your Groups Ministry 35:21

9M ago35:21

35:21

Since 2014, Peter Clow has served as a bi-vocational Discipleship Pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in New Hampshire. He oversees the small groups ministry and also serves on the Senior Leadership Pastoral team, assisting in the teaching and preaching, and in the growth and vision of the church. Peter is an Air Force veteran who works full-time for…

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Why Churches Need Support & Recovery Groups w/ Greg Anderson 39:10

9M ago39:10

39:10

Guest: Greg Anderson Greg is originally from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and has been in full-time church-based ministry since 1996 as a small group pastor, most recently at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. He has been involved with SGN from the early days of its launch, and currently serves as the Southeast Regional Representative for the Small Gr…

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Identifying and Recruiting New Leaders 41:34

9M ago41:34

41:34

A panel discussion on how to overcome the typical barriers of getting new leaders, and how to identify, invite, and recruit new people to lead groups. Group Talk Podcast Panelists: Bill Search - Author of "Essential Guide for Small Group Leaders" and "Simple Small Groups" and serves as Executive Pastor of Ministries at Crossings Community Church in…

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Creating Community: Five Keys to Building a Thriving Small Group Culture 1:00:22

9M ago1:00:22

1:00:22

A lot has changed since Creating Community, by Andy Stanley and Bill Willits was published 16 years ago describing the North Point Church's vision and strategies for group life. New realities, cultural shifts, technological changes, sociological dynamics, and organizational challenges have caused us to reevaluate our assumptions and strategies abou…

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Discipling MS & HS Students Through Small Groups 57:47

10M ago57:47

57:47

Guests: From Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village, CA Britt Vargas, High School Ministry Director - brittany.vargas@calvarywestlake.org Connor Johnson, Middle School Pastor - connor.johnson@calvarywestlake.org https://calvarywestlake.org/middle-school/ https://calvarywestlake.org/high-school/ How do we disciple the next generation through s…

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Training New Group Leaders: When, Why, What, and How 33:03

10M ago33:03

33:03

Guests on the Panel: Bill Search is the author of Essential Guide for Small Group Leaders and Simple Small Groups. Currently serving as Executive Pastor of Ministries at Crossings Community Church in Oklahoma City. Heather Lee has served on staff at Crossroads Church in Manteca, California for 12 years and as the Groups Director for the last 4 year…

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Biblical Engagement in Groups w/ Dr. Roberta Hestenes 34:43

10M ago34:43

34:43

Most small group ministry leaders would agree that Bible study is a significant part of a small group. Yet, do our groups engage meaningfully with Scripture or are they just bouncing off verses during meetings? How well do we train our group leaders on working through a passage of the Bible and helping members interpret and understand God's Word fo…

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Bible Recap & D-Groups 43:06

11M ago43:06

43:06

Do you "want to want to read the Bible?" Do you or your groups struggle to incorporate Bible reading as a regular habit? We talk with Tara-Leigh Cobble, host of the Bible Recap, a short digest of a daily bible reading. With millions of downloads, Tara Leigh has been enormously influential in helping people love to read and understand the Bible. She…

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Growing Small Groups in a Catholic Church 46:05

11M ago46:05

46:05

"What unites us is much greater than what divides us." This quote by Pope John XXIII is so applicable to this conversation with Kelly Lippenholz from Church of the Nativity - a dynamic Catholic congregation deeply committed to discipleship and community through small groups. Kelly shares about the power of a personal invitation from her own story, …

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How to Give and Receive Feedback Well 44:40

11M ago44:40

44:40

Guest: Dr. Bill Donahue Dr. Bill Donahue, Ph.D., focuses his work on building transformational leaders, groups and teams. He is a conference speaker, author and strategic voice in areas of leadership development, community-building, and strategic vision. Bill’s work blends his corporate and church experience as he serves clients in both arenas. Aft…

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Leading Millennials and Gen Z in the Church 46:06

12M ago46:06

46:06

What are younger generations looking for from churches, small groups, and leaders? What are some unique markers of this generation? What does it look like for them to deconstruct their faith? Join us for this conversation with Saddleback's Development Pastor Dave Alford, who has worked with younger generations for decades both in ministry and highe…

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Small Group Metrics: What to Measure & Why with Bill Willits 35:36

12M ago35:36

35:36

How do you measure the fruitfullnes of small group ministry? How do you decide what metrics to you use? If you or anyone on your team are asking these questions, then you’ve come to the right place! Bill Willits is the Executive Director of Ministry Environments for North Point Ministries. NPM is the parent organization of six Atlanta churches (Inc…

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Busting Beyond The Bubble: Changing Your Methods to Recruit New Small Group Leaders 38:47

12M ago38:47

38:47

In this week’s “Here to There” podcast, Host Carolyn Taketa talks with Daniel about the following topics in this exciting interview… The differences between small group models & finding the right one that fits your church culture What essential qualities to look for in prospective leaders Thinking differently & changing your methods to find new lea…

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Casting the NET: The What, Why and How of ONLINE Groups 37:25

1y ago37:25

37:25

If you are interested in learning about how online groups can help you & your church fulfill its mission of reaching the un-churched & making disciples, then you've come to the right place! Jay Kranda is the Online Campus Pastor at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, CA. Jay is also the author of "Social Media Made Easy: Inexpensive Online Marketing …

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Introverts & Extroverts: How do our Personality Preferences Impact Our Leadership? 38:43

1y ago38:43

38:43

Diversity is a beautiful thing. People, cultures, perspectives and ideas come in all shapes, sizes, colors and variations, adding tremendous depth and value the tapestry of life we're all part of. And just like people, cultures, perspectives and ideas, personalities also come in all shapes, sizes, colors and variations. This, too, is a beautiful th…

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Busting Beyond The Bubble: Changing Your Methods to Recruit New Small Group Leaders 38:44

1y ago38:44

38:44

In this week's “Here to There” podcast, Host Carolyn Taketa talks with Daniel about the following topics in this exciting interview… The differences between small group models & finding the right one that fits your church culture What essential qualities to look for in prospective leaders Thinking differently & changing your methods to find new lea…

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Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had Known Pt 3 w/ Steve Gladen 28:45

1y ago28:45

28:45

Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had Known Part 3: Sustaining Steve Gladen has served as the Global Pastor of Small Groups at Saddleback Church since 1998. He oversees the strategic launch and development of over 7,000 adult small groups on multiple campuses. Steve has authored “Small Groups With Purpose,” which has translated into eight la…

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Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had Known Pt 2 w/ Steve Gladen 28:06

1y ago28:06

28:06

Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had Known Part 2: Stabilizing Steve Gladen has served as the Global Pastor of Small Groups at Saddleback Church since 1998. He oversees the strategic launch and development of over 7,000 adult small groups on multiple campuses. Steve has authored “Small Groups With Purpose,” which has been translated into ei…

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Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had Known Pt 1 w/ Steve Gladen 26:13

1y ago26:13

26:13

Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had Known Part 1: Starting Steve Gladen has served as the Global Pastor of Small Groups at Saddleback Church since 1998. He oversees the strategic launch and development of over 7,000 adult small groups on multiple campuses. Steve has authored “Small Groups With Purpose,” which has been translated into eight…

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Small Groups vs Support Groups: What's the Difference? Part 2 29:07

1y ago29:07

29:07

What is the difference between small groups and support groups? How do we care for the people in our small groups in ways that are healthy without becoming therapists for them? How do we keep small groups on track for their intended purpose? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions, you've come to the right place! Jon Noto se…

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Small Groups vs Support Groups: What's the Difference? Part 1 29:08

1y ago29:08

29:08

What is the difference between small groups and support groups? How do we care for the people in our small groups in ways that are healthy without becoming therapists for them? How do we keep small groups on track for their intended purpose? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions, you've come to the right place! Jon Noto se…

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The Nuts & Bolts of Sermon-Based Curriculum for Small Groups 41:42

1y ago41:42

41:42

"What will our groups study?" This is a common question in groups ministry and one that is critically important in shaping the dynamics and discipleship process of a group. The sermon based model has been increasingly popular over the past decade and can be a valuable tool to helping groups get into Scripture with one another in practical, life-cha…

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Leading from a Healthy Soul: How to Avoid Ministry Burnout 34:00

1y ago34:00

34:00

The greatest gift you can give those you lead is your own healthy soul. So often, as pastors and Christian leaders, we get weary and depleted behind the scenes even while our ministries are thriving and successful. The statistics on pastors struggling with depression, anxiety, and burnout are alarming. Lance Witt is the founder of a ministry called…

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Maximizing Your Small Group Budget w/ Steve Gladen 38:38

1y ago38:38

38:38

Do you serve as a Small Group Point Person in your local church? Would you like to learn how to maximize your small group ministry budget for this new year? If your answer is yes, then you've come to the right place! In this exclusive Here to There Podcast episode, host Carolyn Taketa interviews Pastor Steve Gladen regarding the following topics an…

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Discipleship through Small Groups Part 2 w/ Reid Smith 35:14

1y ago35:14

35:14

Q As a small group point person, how am I cultivating my own relationship with the Lord? Q How do I create a culture of discipleship within my small group ministry? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions, you’ve come to the right place! Reid Smith has been equipping group leaders for effective disciple-making since 1996. He…

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Best of 2022: Bible Recap & D-Groups 45:14

1+ y ago45:14

45:14

Do you "want to want to read the Bible?" Do you or your groups struggle to incorporate Bible reading as a regular habit? We talk with Tara-Leigh Cobble, host of the Bible Recap, a short digest of a daily bible reading. With millions of downloads, Tara Leigh has been enormously influential in helping people love to read and understand the Bible. She…

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How to Engage Your Senior Pastor In Groups w/ Allen White 35:50

1+ y ago35:50

35:50

How engaged is your senior pastor in the small groups ministry? When senior leadership is on board and talking often about groups from the platform, the church is likely to make groups a higher priority and will have more groups, more leaders, and more impact on discipleship. So how do you get your senior pastor more engaged? What are some practica…

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Discipleship through Small Groups Part 1 w/ Reid Smith 33:46

1+ y ago33:46

33:46

How do you define discipleship? How do you know that people are actually being discipled through small groups? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions, you’ve come to the right place! Reid Smith has been equipping group leaders for effective disciple-making since 1996. He was a part of the Small Group Network from the beginn…

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The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership 35:19

1+ y ago35:19

35:19

Do you desire to be the best leader you can be? Would you like to strengthen the weaker areas of your leadership? Do you want to influence people like never before and help elevate your team to new heights? If your answer is "Yes," then you’ve come to the right place! Jenni Catron is the author of several books including "The 4 Dimensions of Extrao…

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Ten Things To Consider When Recruiting Your Team w/ Steve Gladen 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

37:20

Who do you want on your team? And how do you recruit people to join you? Small groups ministry cannot be done by yourself. We all need a team of people with different personalities, gifts, and skills to build a thriving groups ministry. Listen to Steve share the top ten things he considers when he recruits a team. Guest: Steve Gladen Bio: Steve Gla…

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How to Launch New Groups and Find New Leaders w/ Adam Workman 37:39

1+ y ago37:39

37:39

If we were to ask you, “what are your top 3 challenges in your small groups ministry?” One of your answers would probably be related to getting new leaders or starting new groups! Whether you are launching a new small groups ministry at your church or growing an existing one, it can only happen when you have new people stepping up to lead or host a…

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Doing Groups Ministry in a Multisite Context 32:34

1+ y ago32:34

32:34

Do you serve in a local church ministry? Are you a small group point person? Are you doing groups in a multisite context? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then this Small Group Network podcast is for you as it will encourage and equip you regarding general ministry principles, leadership & groups in a multisite context! Jason Willia…

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Increasing Evangelism in Small Groups w/ Joel Comiskey - Originally Aired 06/10/2018 30:16

1+ y ago30:16

30:16

Since evangelism is critical part of discipleship, it is typically a high value for our churches. However, practically speaking, many of our groups do not engage regularly in intentional outreach to nonbelievers. In this episode with Joel Comiskey, we focus on why evangelism helps small groups thrive and how we can empower groups to engage in relat…

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Carl George: The Past, Present & Future of Small Groups Ministry - Originally aired 5/16/18 30:34

1+ y ago30:34

30:34

Pioneer of small groups ministry in the United States, Carl George has been an influential voice in churches for decades. Here, Carl shares his thoughts on the small groups movement over the years including trends, concerns, and the future of small groups ministry in the current cultural context. Carl George, an internationally recognized church co…

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What Should Groups Study? w/ Chris Surratt - Originally aired 9/17/2018 29:46

1+ y ago29:46

29:46

Topic: A question we frequently field from our small group leaders is, "What should we study?" There is an overwhelming range of materials and topics to choose from and it is critical to choose curriculum wisely. What a group chooses to study has a significant impact on group dynamics and spiritual growth. On this podcast, we discuss some issues to…

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7 Childcare Solutions for Small Groups w/ Derek Olson - Originally aired 11/13/2019 38:59

1+ y ago38:59

38:59

By Carolyn Taketa | Lumivoz

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Bi-vocational Pastors and Why You Want Them in Your Groups Ministry - Originally aired December 9th, 2020 35:21

1+ y ago35:21

35:21

Since 2014, Peter Clow has served as a bi-vocational Discipleship Pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in New Hampshire. He oversees the small groups ministry and also serves on the Senior Leadership Pastoral team, assisting in the teaching and preaching, and in the growth and vision of the church. Peter is an Air Force veteran who works full-time for…

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Creating Community: Five Keys to Building a Thriving Small Group Culture - Originally Aired 9/8/21 1:01:04

1+ y ago1:01:04

1:01:04

A lot has changed since Creating Community, by Andy Stanley and Bill Willits was published 16 years ago describing the North Point Church's vision and strategies for group life. New realities, cultural shifts, technological changes, sociological dynamics, and organizational challenges have caused us to reevaluate our assumptions and strategies abou…

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