Meet Pastor Craig Exendine w/ Eric Bryan

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Ever wondered how childhood faith journeys translate to a lifetime of ministry? Join us as we welcome our new Small Groups Pastor, Craig Exendine, and explore his inspiring path from a young boy in Tulsa to a driving force in our church community. Craig's story is filled with heartwarming anecdotes, like meeting his wife, Courtney.
Craig's deep-rooted faith journey began at a summer camp when he was just ten years old. Through the transformative power of youth groups and college ministry with STUMO, Craig developed a robust understanding of discipleship and evangelism. We dive into the importance of daily scripture reading and personal gospel preaching, as Craig reflects on the spiritual mentors who guided him. His transition into vocational ministry was anything but straightforward, marked by pivotal moments and difficult decisions, including a challenging church planting effort that tested his faith and resilience.
As Craig steps into his role as Small Groups Pastor, we explore his vision for fostering authentic community within our church. With a focus on the one another commands of scripture, Craig emphasizes the need for genuine relationships and communal support. He shares his excitement about aligning with our church's mission, vision, and values, and the vital role small groups play in this endeavor. Don't miss this episode filled with heartfelt stories, spiritual insights, and an inspiring look at Craig's journey and vision for our church community.

Chapters

1. Introducing Our New Small Groups Pastor (00:00:00)

2. Faith Journey and Vocational Ministry (00:07:43)

3. Exploring Pastoral Ministry Opportunities (00:23:54)

4. Transitioning Back to Vocational Ministry (00:27:50)

5. Vision for Small Groups Ministry (00:35:22)