The Church Podcast

The Church Podcast is for church leaders who are tired of business as usual and are looking for clear and practical strategies to build healthier parishes.

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Episode 11: Volunteers or Ministers? Shifting the Culture of our Church

Posted January 9, 2018

Volunteers are not just volunteers. How do we move them to think about their role more as a minister as opposed to just a volunteer? This requires a...

Episode 10: Leading Meetings Well

Posted January 2, 2018

Most people hate meetings. Meetings are often seen as a waste of time. But they are meant to be effective and efficient. Listen in as John and Chris...

Episode 9: Hiring In Ministry

Posted December 26, 2017

When it comes to hiring a new employee for your Church or organization, there are lots of things to think through. In this episode, Chris and John address...

Episode 8: The Role of a Ministry Leader at Christmas

Posted December 19, 2017

Christmas is a time when many people come back to Church. As a ministry leader in your parish, what role should you play at Christmas? Should you be...

Episode 7: Minister to Others, Rooted in God

Posted December 12, 2017

To work in ministry, you have to want it. It can be painstakingly challenging as much as it is joyful. To stay on the joyful side requires a deep and...