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Kristen Lascola from North Coast Church gives weekly insight and tips on how to grow the size and health of your Youth Ministry! With over 20 years in Student Ministry, Kristen shares her knowledge and experiences and frequently features guests from various ministries, churches and leadership roles so that you can use proven strategies to increase your impact from your leadership role. This podcast will help you grow your leadership skills, enhance your youth group, learn new youth group gam ...
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The Build Groups Podcast

Adam Erlichman | Build Groups | Lumivoz

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How do you build groups? Are you building or maintaining your small groups ministry? We seek to start, spark, and spur on thought trails you otherwise wouldn't have to get you asking questions you normally wouldn't because you get to hear to some of the best church leaders in Groups ministry across the country. Tune in to learn and explore areas of Groups ministry you've never considered before or need reminders.
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Difficult conversations feel extremely relationally dangerous and require a great deal of vulnerability and trust from all parties. Most people don't have the skills to enter in to those conversations in a healthy and productive way, so we're going to figure out how to 'Enter the Danger' that these difficult conversations seem to bring and how to do it in a healthy and productive way that will strengthen our relationships, not weaken them.
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Do you wish fundraising was easier? Do you wish you didn’t have to worry so much about the money? Feeling the awkwardness, the icky-shame feeling of asking for money? Putting so much effort in but still getting “nos” or worse… ghosting? I’m excited you’re here!! This is the place for you to learn how to fundraise easier, get rid of the shame and awkwardness of asking for money, and finally start growing supporters for your ministry that stay for the long haul! Hi, I’m Lisa. I love Jesus, hav ...
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Welcome to the Bible Belt Bros Podcast — a Christian comedy podcast where faith meets funny, and Sunday service stories turn into Monday morning rants (and sometimes spiritual revelations). Hosted by a couple of real-life bros who’ve lived through the awkward altar calls, unplanned youth group disasters, potluck politics, and worship team drama — we bring an unfiltered, light-hearted take on the real stuff that happens in church culture. Why We Started This Podcast Let’s be honest — not ever ...
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This is the official Podcast of PIPELINE.CHURCH- a ministry based in Visalia, CA that continues to reach the community through weekly meetings (services), Bible Studies, Small group discipleship, community outreach, large-scale events and generally anything that can connect people with Jesus Chirst. Why? Because it's all about Jesus!!Our hope at Pipeline Church, is that your life and ministry will be encouraged, challenged and that your faith will grow deeper as a result of the ministry that ...
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Every Christian—regardless of age, demographic, or background—is designed by God to grow in faith. But many of us don’t know what growth looks like. How do we even know we’re growing? In Marks of a Disciple, pastor Dean Inserra examines six measurements to help us see whether or not we’re developing spiritually. This is not a checklist or a punch card, but rather a group of traits distilled from Scripture that should be evident in the life of a follower of Jesus. As we pursue these markers, ...
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re:generation Groundwork Book 2

Watermark Community Church

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Re:generation began out of the vision of Watermark Community Church that life change happens best in an authentic community of people helping one another live out God's plan for life by working through biblical principles together. The Bible says that the local church should be a place of healing for its members and the hurting people of its community. God uses imperfect people who are willing to live authentically and follow His instruction to transform each other's lives (Galatians 6:2, 2 ...
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Welcome to the Leaders of Leaders podcast. Proclaiming Christ is Lord of Leadership, on heaven and on earth. We believe that Jesus Christ is THE Leader of Leaders, Lord of lords, King of kings, and Ruler of all rulers. We combine His authority in heaven and on earth with our manifold real-world leadership experiences in business, education, church, and ministry to guide the next generation into leaders that lead leaders in Christ. This podcast interviews leaders from every area and avenue of ...
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Not Ashamed

Berean Holiness

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Welcome to the Not Ashamed podcast, where we are not ashamed of the gospel of Christ (Romans 1:16)! Have you ever been taught a works-based and appearance-focused theology? Join us in rebuilding faith in light of God's grace, love, and the true meaning of holiness—replacing a shame and fear-filled distortion of the gospel with the biblical gospel of grace. The Not Ashamed podcast is brought to you by Berean Holiness. For more content, check out the Berean Holiness website and social media ac ...
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In this episode, Sam and Ryan Burge discuss how pastors become pastors. Using data from the National Survey of Religious Leaders, the cohosts reveal that clergy often come to ministry through winding, unconventional paths—many after careers in other fields. Far from being single-focused, pastors frequently juggle multiple responsibilities: leading …
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If you’re struggling to grow your donor base, build monthly support, or create real momentum in your fundraising… this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been missing. In this episode, you’ll learn the three common fundraising mistakes ministries make that unintentionally lose donors—and the simple mindset and messaging shifts that will help …
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One of the more painful aspects of ministry is losing church members. Sometimes these departures are for good reasons, like moving to another town or planting a church. More often than not, pastors struggle with the reasons why people leave. Josh and Sam discuss why pastors experience pain with the loss of members, and they explore some ways to cop…
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Send us a text Start the New Year strong and grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to grow with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Ready to host a youth ministry volunteer Christmas party your leaders won’t forget? We break down four super fun party ideas that turn a simple get-together into a tradition! Each idea scales …
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Have you been discouraged, ignored, or brushed off while trying to raise support—especially by pastors or church leaders? Maybe you’ve reached out for meetings, sent messages, shared your heart, and still… nothing. Or worse, they take the meeting, but they don’t take you seriously. And if you’re a woman leader, it can feel even more painful. You ma…
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Description: What if you only had one week to equip a new believer in Jesus Christ in the basics of discipleship? What are the basics of the Christian faith and practice that you would seek to instill in them? Join me in this challenging disciple-making thought experiment! Watch the Video Here: https://youtu.be/zClA3EYDeS4 Learn more about 12Church…
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In this episode, Sam interviews Tim Byer, pastor of FAITH in Glen Burnie, MD, to hear how his congregation is making a real impact in their community. Pastor Tim shares the story of how his church began using VisitorReach, a tool designed to connect churches with first-time guests and neighbors. What started as a simple outreach effort has become a…
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In this episode of The Bible Belt Bros Podcast, Emma joins Andrew and Dusty to share all about her summer internship at a church in Virginia. She opens up about her calling into children’s ministry—while somehow ending up in a youth ministry internship instead. The trio dives into what it was like for her to experience a much larger church, the les…
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If you’re ending the year feeling discouraged, burned out, or wondering why your ministry isn’t further along… this episode is for you. Maybe you expected more donors… more financial stability… more momentum. Maybe you’ve tried everything—posting consistently, sharing stats, updating your messaging, sharing all the incredible things your ministry d…
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In this episode, Sam interviews Michael Kelley of the Rooted Network. They discuss three essentials that every great small group leader should consistently practice. These simple but powerful habits can transform any group into a place of authentic community and spiritual growth. Guide more than lecture: By listening well and encouraging dialogue, …
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Send us a text Start the New Year strong and grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** The unfortunate truth is that "church hurt" is a real thing and it's only a matter of time until you have a student in your youth ministry or a parent of a student who is dealing with it. So h…
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What happens when your ministry has a powerful vision—but no clear direction? In today’s episode, I sit down with my mom, a missionary to Spain for over 40 years, to talk about how their team had a God-given dream to share the gospel in every province of Spain—but no real plan for how to do it. After countless hours of footage, and no cohesive stor…
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The reality is that growing generosity doesn’t require a big program or complex strategy. It requires simplicity. Specifically, one simple principle: communicate, communicate, communicate, communicate. Mike Stadelmayer of Church Growth Services joins Sam on the show to discuss some simple ways you can grow generosity in your church. Communicate Gra…
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In this episode of The Bible Belt Bros Podcast, Andrew confesses to having a little spiritual FOMO after watching his church team jet off to Peru for a mission trip. Should he have gone too? Dusty jumps in with some throwback stories from his youth pastor days, revealing how they’d sometimes strategically use FOMO to get teens to show up—with their…
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You walk on stage. The timer starts. You’ve got five minutes—just five—to share what God is doing through your ministry and invite people to be part of it. How do you get people interested that quickly? How do you move hearts in such a short window without sounding rushed or overwhelmed? In this episode, I'll break down a 5-step storytelling framew…
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Why don’t unchurched people attend church? It’s not because they’re mad or too busy. The top reason is simple: they just don’t see the point. Indifference is the enemy of engagement. In today’s episode, Josh and Sam share why that’s actually good news—and how the combination of spiritual conviction and a personal invitation can break through the ap…
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Send us a text Start the New Year strong and grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** As every year and season of youth ministry goes by, there is always something new that you learn as a youth pastor. In this episode, we wanted to reflect on a few important pieces of advice th…
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As ministries approach year-end giving season, it’s easy to feel the pressure to “wow” donors with staggering statistics or shocking facts. But here’s the truth: numbers don’t move people. In this episode, I'll unpack the science behind why people make decisions emotionally before they ever think logically. You’ll learn why statistics often fail to…
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What's the difference between a Bible study and a disciple-making small group? Yes, Bible study is a big part of it, but there are some other core components for disciple making to take place. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Ne1h42xeEcw Learn more about 12Church at https://www.twelvechurch.net/ Find the 12Church evangelism training here: htt…
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Since 2000, one of the most reliable sources of data on congregations in America has been the Faith Communities Today study, often referred to as FACT. It’s been conducted every five years, with the most recent survey in 2023 representing tens of thousands of congregations across every major faith tradition. The FACT research gives us a clear pictu…
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In this episode, Andrew and Dusty talk about rest — not the “hit snooze for the fourth time” kind, but the kind Jesus actually modeled. Turns out, even the Savior of the world took naps in boats, hung out on mountains, and somehow didn’t feel bad about it. Meanwhile, Dusty admits he’s mastered the art of “holy rest,” which suspiciously looks like w…
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Does your ministry ever hit a “quiet” season—when nothing big is happening, donations feel slow, and you’re not sure what to say in your newsletter? In this episode, I share how to stay encouraged and keep your donor communication strong, even when ministry feels dry or uneventful. What You’ll Learn How to recognize God’s work when ministry feels q…
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Sam interviews Tim Cool of Smart Church Solutions to dig into a hidden but pressing crisis facing many North American churches: deferred maintenance. Too often, churches delay costly but necessary facility repairs until the problems become overwhelming. This pattern of neglect can saddle pastors with impossible burdens and even push congregations t…
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Send us a text Start the New Year strong and grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Youth ministry events are such a great way for students to attract new visitors, to reconnect with some students who haven't been attending church recently and a great opportunity for your you…
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Losing a child is every parent's worst nightmare. Wendy, a faithful follower of Jesus, never imagined it would happen to her, and yet it did. Why would God allow it? Wasn't He their protector? Didn't He know the good that her son could've done in the world? Wendy opens up about the anger, doubt, and feelings of betrayal that followed, the moment sh…
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Sam and Ryan Burge take a deep dive into the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), unpacking the denomination’s unique growth patterns, size distribution, and robust recordkeeping. They explore surprising statistics on membership trends, baptisms, and church finances—revealing why some PCA congregations thrive while others remain stagnant. The co-h…
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In this episode, Andrew and Dusty dive into the fine art of filtering yourself — or in Andrew’s case, not filtering at all. Dusty calls it “being a jerk,” but Andrew prefers “being real.” Same thing, different branding. While Andrew’s out here saying what everyone’s thinking (and maybe shouldn’t), Dusty admits he’d rather send the joke privately — …
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If you’ve ever stared at your ministry’s social media page wondering “What do I even post?” — this episode is for you! I'll break down a simple, story-driven approach to creating posts that actually grab attention and get people to engage. You’ll learn how to think strategically about each platform, write captions that hook your audience, and guide…
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Many pastors and church leaders face a common challenge: how to develop an effective communications strategy when you don’t have a big team to help you. Julie Masson, church communications expert, joins Sam on the show to discuss a simple, repeatable approach to managing church communications without burning out. You’ll learn how to build a messagi…
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Send us a text Start the New Year strong and grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Winter camps don’t plan themselves, and waiting until the last minute is how budgets break and leaders burn out. We’re opening our full playbook for planning a youth ministry winter retreat th…
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Gary Vaughan serves as the Executive Pastor of Adult Discipleship at Harvest Church in Carmel, IN, where he and his family have served for the past 9 years. From 1996-2015, Gary served full-time in Southeastern Virginia at Nansemond River Baptist Church, for 12 years in Student Ministry and 7 years as the Pastor of Groups, Discipleship, and Family …
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Are you worried your donors will start to fade or monthly gifts slow down? It’s normal to feel anxious when supporters stop giving—especially when your ministry depends on their generosity. But instead of blaming the economy or your donors’ circumstances, what if you could take simple steps to rebuild trust, re-engage hearts, and keep those donatio…
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Sam welcomes Amanda Jass to the Rainer on Leadership podcast. Amanda serves as the general editor for the NLT GO Bible and is a gifted writer, editor, illustrator, and encourager. She has a passion for creating content for all ages, with a special focus on resources for kids and families. Why is it important for multiple generations to read God’s W…
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If you’ve ever poured your heart into a presentation, shared stories from your ministry, and still walked away wondering why no one gave—this one's for you. In today’s episode, I'll share 3 things every fundraiser must make crystal clear before stepping on stage, sending that year-end appeal, or meeting with potential supporters. You’ll learn: How …
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There are many underappreciated people in your church. If you are in leadership, you must ensure they receive the proper recognition, encouragement, and resources. Josh and Sam discuss several groups that fly under the radar but are critical to everyday ministry. Nursery workers People rolling off of teams or committees First-time givers (and longt…
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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** If you've been in youth ministry for more than a minute, I'm sure someone has told you at least a couple of these 5 youth ministry myths which are simply not true. In this episode, we dig into five stubb…
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If you’ve prayed for years for your marriage and nothing seems to change, what do you do? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Uliana Komodi, who shares her raw, faith-filled story of waiting, heartbreak, and perseverance — trusting God for marriage restoration for 8 long years. Uliana opens up about the pain of watching her husband walk away,…
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Thom and Sam welcome David Green, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, and Bill High, CEO of Legacy Stone, to the Rainer on Leadership podcast. Hobby Lobby employs 50,000 people at 1,000 stores in 48 states and grosses nearly $8 billion a year. Author of The Legacy Life, Leadership Not by the Book, and The Leader’s Devotional, Green received the World C…
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In this episode, Josh and Sam explore five practical ways pastors can use AI to improve their sermon prep. How should you balance being efficient with being ethical? If you’ve ever stared at a rough draft and thought, “Something’s off,” this episode will give you new ways to sharpen your message and preach with clarity. Use AI for stylistic feedbac…
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Send us a text Now is the time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry...if you'd like to work with us, check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com *** Are you trying to keep your students engaged during small groups in your youth ministry? Small groups are one of the best models for discipleship in student ministry, but what do you do when you can't ke…
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Does fundraising feel icky, awkward, or like a “necessary evil”? Many women ministry leaders feel stuck—tired of asking, unsure how to talk to supporters, and worried how their ask will come across. In this episode, we'll reframe fundraising through a biblical lens (2 Corinthians 8) and shows how to invite supporters into God’s work without guilt o…
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Most unchurched people have some past connection to church—often from childhood. Our research found that 63% of the unchurched used to attend regularly. Their current indifference isn’t based on ignorance; it’s often rooted in real, past experiences. This means our efforts to reach them aren’t starting from zero. In this episode, Thom and Sam unpac…
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Dusty’s trip home turns into a Texas-size detour: multiple cancellations at DFW, a checked bag in limbo, and a last-minute plan to rideshare four hours to Tulsa with a total stranger in cowboy boots named Alfredo. Between airport chaos, hold music, and a lifted pickup with a mini-fridge in the back, Dusty realizes the wildest twist isn’t logistical…
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