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In Season 1 of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich take you through the Mission Roadmap: moving from just daily ministry maintenance to a gospel missionary journey. They share amazing conversations, inspiring guest interviews, power transformation stories, and super helpful ministry tips and ideas. Hear from church pastors, ministry and mission specialists, and popular Christian leaders, authors, podcasters, and influencers. Join us and get on mission to make disciples of Jesus and make a difference - for God's glory and the good of the city!
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In Season 1 of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich take you through the Mission Roadmap: moving from just daily ministry maintenance to a gospel missionary journey. They share amazing conversations, inspiring guest interviews, power transformation stories, and super helpful ministry tips and ideas. Hear from church pastors, ministry and mission specialists, and popular Christian leaders, authors, podcasters, and influencers. Join us and get on mission to make disciples of Jesus and make a difference - for God's glory and the good of the city!
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1 Uneeke Armani | A Unique Journey to Gospel Mission | Pt. 1 31:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the Seeking the City Podcast, Mark Taylor and Uneeke Armani discuss the importance of developing and deploying for Gospel mission. They explore Unique's journey in event planning, her experiences in the sports industry, and how her faith has shaped her career. The conversation emphasizes the need for intentional development in personal and community missions, the significance of seeing God rightly, and the continuous journey of learning and growth in faith. More in this episode: Development is not just a plan; it's an investment. Deployment starts in your personal circle. Seeing God rightly is crucial for personal growth. Being deployed means remaining a student of faith. Intentionality in development is key to effective ministry. You can be a leader while still being a servant. Planning is important, but surrendering to God's will is essential. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:19 Unique's Journey and Background 09:49 Developing and Deploying for Gospel Mission 17:20 Intentionality in Deployment and Personal Growth 23:01 The Abundance of Revelation 24:07 Trials and Testing of Faith 25:42 The Importance of Development 31:18 STC Podcast video outro.mp4 Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Conner Moon | Developing & Deploying Young Adults for Gospel Mission 42:48
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor interviews Connor Moon, the young adult minister at Midway Church. They discuss the importance of community, identity, and discipleship in the lives of young adults. Connor shares his journey in ministry, the challenges young adults face today, and how the church can support them in their faith. The conversation emphasizes the need for biblical literacy, mentorship, and creating a supportive community for young adults to thrive in their faith and purpose. Also in this Episode: Young adulthood is a season filled with transitions and identity discovery. Discipleship involves mentorship and walking alongside others in faith. Community is essential for young adults to thrive in their faith. The church should create pathways for discipleship and leadership development. Young adults are capable of making significant changes in their communities. Faith should be about relationship with Jesus, not just religious practices. Helpful Resources: Website: Midway Church Young Adults Instagram: @midway_youngadults Podcast: Midway Young Adults Podcast (MYAP) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 06:24 Understanding Young Adult Ministry 12:28 Discipleship and the Role of Mentorship 18:36 Discipleship Pathways and Leadership Development 24:28 Community and Connection in Young Adult Ministry 30:36 God Moments and Closing Thoughts 42:21 STC Podcast video outro.mp4 Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Demarcus Copeland | Enhancing the Lives of Struggling Youth 33:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis conversation explores the mission of MPACK, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk youth in West Georgia. The discussion highlights the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on youth development and the importance of community support, nutrition, and education in fostering resilience and hope. The conversation emphasizes the need for intervention programs that eliminate barriers for families and provide essential resources for children to thrive. Discover how churches can partner to bring hope and healing to children and families struggling with adverse childhood experiences. Also in This Episode: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can have long-term effects on health and well-being. Community involvement is crucial for providing support to at-risk youth. Self-actualization is a key goal for youth development. Nutrition plays a significant role in children's health and development. Hope and perspective can change the trajectory of a child's life. Eliminating barriers is essential for access to resources. Education and life coaching can empower youth and families. Faith-based initiatives can strengthen community support. Helpful Resources: Website: https://www.mpack.org Demarcus' Book: For Teachers Only: A Lesson Plan for Life Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Dr. Stephen Allen | Cultivating Community Advocacy & Neighbor Care 49:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor and guest Dr. Stephen Allen discuss the importance of cultivating community advocacy and neighbor care through the lens of discipleship and outreach. They explore the Great Commission, the role of compassion and empathy in ministry, and the need for churches to engage actively in their communities. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding local needs, the power of prayer, and the use of technology in ministry. Dr. Allen shares insights on how Tabernacle Baptist Church is making a difference both locally and globally, encouraging listeners to take ownership of their mission and be advocates for their neighbors. Also in This Episode: Community advocacy and neighbor care are essential for church outreach. The Great Commission calls for intentional evangelism and discipleship. Empathy and compassion are crucial in meeting community needs. Churches should actively engage in their local communities. Technology can enhance communication and outreach efforts. Prayer is foundational for effective ministry and community engagement. Understanding local needs requires relationship-building. Every believer has a role in the Great Commission, not just clergy. Collaboration among churches and nonprofits can amplify impact. Helpful Resources:' Tabernacle Baptist Church Website The Holy Spirit Homeless Resource Bridge Open Hands United Christian Ministry ā Find more resources to help share Jesus with your city at seekingthecity.org ā Subscribe to the Seeking the City Podcast on favorite podcast platform. Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Jay Webb: Youth Ministry Authenticity & Ownership 41:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the Seeking the City podcast, host Mark Taylor engages in a inspiring and insightful conversation with Jay Webb, a seasoned youth minister, about the importance of authenticity and ownership in youth ministry. They explore Jay's journey from FCA leadership to becoming the NextGen Pastor at Midway Church, the unique traits of Gen Z, and the significance of building authentic relationships with students. The discussion emphasizes the need for youth ministries to focus on discipleship through genuine connections and empowering students to take ownership of their faith. Jay shares personal experiences, recent transformations in ministry, and powerful testimonies of students encountering Jesus, including his own son! Contact Jay Webb: jay.webb@midwaychurch.com Midway Students: https://www.midwaychurch.com/students/ Jay's Mentor: Todd Wright, Pastor & Author West Georgia FCA: https://www.westgeorgiafca.org/ Watch the episode on Youtube If you enjoyed this interview with Jay, rate this podcast, leave us a comment, and follow us for more! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Audiogram: Introducing Seeking the City Podcast 1:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSeeking the City Podcast is dedicated to helping cultivate healthy disciple-making churches to fulfill the Great Commission. Our podcast is a community of everyday Christian leaders, scholars and influencers encouraging each other through Gospel-focused conversations, guest interviews, powerful stories, best practices, and practical resources. Each episode will be inspiring, empowering, insightful, and entertaining. We hope you'll join us on this journey as we seek to learn and grow together with the goal of inspiring and mobilizing a gospel missionary movement - for God's glory and the good of the city! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a question or comment for future shows using our voice recorder Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
In Season 1 of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich take you through the Mission Roadmap: moving from just daily ministry maintenance to a gospel missionary journey. They share amazing conversations, inspiring guest interviews, power transformation stories, and super helpful ministry tips and ideas. Hear from church pastors, ministry and mission specialists, and popular Christian leaders, authors, podcasters, and influencers. Join us and get on mission to make disciples of Jesus and make a difference - for God's glory and the good of the city! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Audiogram: Launch Episode - It's a Gospel Missionary Movement! 29:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the inaugural episode of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich discuss the mission and vision behind Seeking the City, a ministry aimed at bridging the gap between local churches and their communities. They share personal stories, the challenges faced by churches in outreach, and the importance of collaboration and prayer in ministry. The conversation highlights the need for intentional evangelism and the upcoming initiatives planned for 2025 to foster community engagement and unity among churches. Takeaways The mission of Seeking the City is to connect churches with their communities. There is a significant disconnect between local churches and their neighbors. Unity among churches is crucial for effective evangelism. Prayer is foundational to all ministry efforts. The need for evangelism is urgent, with many unreached individuals in the community. Collaboration among churches can lead to greater impact. Upcoming initiatives aim to address community needs and foster engagement. Understanding the local community is essential for effective outreach. Churches should focus on being good neighbors and serving their communities. Seeking the City provides resources and opportunities for churches to get involved. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Seeking the City Podcast 06:00 The Mission Behind Seeking the City 10:02 Challenges Facing Local Churches 12:30 Unity and Collaboration Among Churches 13:26 Upcoming Initiatives for 2025 16:12 Understanding the Need for Evangelism 19:52 How to Get Involved with Seeking the City 25:00 The Importance of Prayer in Ministry Show Listener Discounts Studio Logo Sign - 10% Off Coupon https://lignouslaser.etsy.com?coupon=STC10 Studio Custom City Map - 30% Discount https://www.etsy.com/shop/AtlasMapDesign Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
In Season 1 of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich take you through the Mission Roadmap: moving from just daily ministry maintenance to a gospel missionary journey. They share amazing conversations, inspiring guest interviews, power transformation stories, and super helpful ministry tips and ideas. Hear from church pastors, ministry and mission specialists, and popular Christian leaders, authors, podcasters, and influencers. Join us and get on mission to make disciples of Jesus and make a difference - for God's glory and the good of the city! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
1 Launch Episode: It's a Gospel Missionary Movement! 27:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the inaugural episode of the Seeking the City podcast, hosts Mark Taylor, Steve Sprinkle, and Mike Rich discuss the mission and vision behind Seeking the City, a ministry aimed at bridging the gap between local churches and their communities. They share personal stories, the challenges faced by churches in outreach, and the importance of collaboration and prayer in ministry. The conversation highlights the need for intentional evangelism and the upcoming initiatives planned for 2025 to foster community engagement and unity among churches. Takeaways The mission of Seeking the City is to connect churches with their communities. There is a significant disconnect between local churches and their neighbors. Unity among churches is crucial for effective evangelism. Prayer is foundational to all ministry efforts. The need for evangelism is urgent, with many unreached individuals in the community. Collaboration among churches can lead to greater impact. Upcoming initiatives aim to address community needs and foster engagement. Understanding the local community is essential for effective outreach. Churches should focus on being good neighbors and serving their communities. Seeking the City provides resources and opportunities for churches to get involved. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Seeking the City Podcast 06:00 The Mission Behind Seeking the City 10:02 Challenges Facing Local Churches 12:30 Unity and Collaboration Among Churches 13:26 Upcoming Initiatives for 2025 16:12 Understanding the Need for Evangelism 19:52 How to Get Involved with Seeking the City 25:00 The Importance of Prayer in Ministry Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
Seeking the City Podcast is dedicated to helping cultivate healthy disciple-making churches to fulfill the Great Commission. Our podcast is a community of Christian leaders, scholars and influencers encouraging each other through gospel-focused conversations, guest interviews, powerful stories, best practices, and practical resources. We hope you'll join us on this journey as we seek to learn and grow together with the goal of inspiring and mobilizing a gospel missionary movement - for God's glory and the good of the city! Send us your questions or comments to the show with a text message! Contact Seeking the City Podcast Email us at connect@seekingthecity.org Follow us on Linktree Website: https://www.seekingthecity.org Send us a questions for future shows using our voice recorderā¦
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