Create an environment that connects with pastors and leaders where they are and gives them a vision of what could be.
Provide high-level training and tools for pastors and leaders.
Remind pastors and leaders that they have been called and anointed by God for the role they have.
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, Jason Allison and his co-hosts engage with Mike Elms, an experienced ad man and author, discussing the intersection of faith, storytelling, and church leadership. They explore how reimagining biblical parables can make them more relatable to modern audiences, the importance of storytelling in teaching, and strategies for retaining and regaining church members. Mike shares insights from his background in advertising and how it informs his approach to faith and community engagement, emphasizing the need for churches to recognize and utilize the diverse gifts of their members.
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In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason, Rob, and Courtney delve into the implications of Timothy Patitsas’ book, ‘The Ethics of Beauty,’ discussing how beauty, truth, and goodness intersect within church practices. They explore the relevance of these concepts for church leaders and congregants, emphasizing the need for a beauty-first approach in ministry that values aesthetics alongside truth and goodness. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities presented by different ethical frameworks in the context of church growth and discipleship. In this conversation, the team explores the complexities of spiritual growth, the importance of suffering, and the dynamics of church health. They discuss the differences between beauty first and goodness first approaches in ministry, using analogies like the cat and toaster to illustrate their points. The conversation emphasizes the need for wisdom in church leadership and the importance of nurturing the church as a living organism rather than a mechanical system. Ultimately, they celebrate the diversity of church health and the importance of finding ways to support and care for congregations.
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In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason Allison, Rob Paterson, and Courtney engage with Danny Parmelee, the regional president of Converge Mid-America. The conversation centers around the importance of self-awareness in leadership, particularly for pastors and church leaders. Danny shares his personal journey of discovering the significance of self-awareness through coaching and feedback, emphasizing how it can lead to personal growth and improved leadership effectiveness. The discussion also touches on the challenges of vulnerability, the role of fear in leadership, and the introduction of a 360 self-awareness tool designed to help leaders gain insights into their strengths and weaknesses. The episode concludes with practical advice on implementing self-awareness practices within church leadership. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of integrating health assessments into organizational culture, particularly within church settings. They explore the role of 360 assessments in leadership, emphasizing the need for a supportive environment that encourages honest feedback. The discussion highlights the significance of self-awareness, vulnerability, and the value of trusted relationships in personal and professional growth. The speakers also address common fears associated with self-assessment and offer encouragement to pastors and leaders to embrace the process as a means of faithful leadership.
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In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, host Jason Allison interviews Pastor Mike Hayes, the founding pastor of Covenant Church in Dallas, Texas. They discuss Mike’s journey from a performance-based faith to a deeper understanding of happiness and joy in the Christian life, emphasizing the importance of the Beatitudes and the true nature of the gospel as good news. Mike shares insights on how our perceptions of God, particularly through the lens of fatherhood, can impact our relationship with Him and our understanding of joy. The conversation highlights the need for the church to present a more joyful and uplifting message to its congregation. In this conversation, Mike Hayes and Jason Allison delve into the themes of judgment, joy in ministry, the distinction between peacemaking and peacekeeping, and the importance of personal revelation in pastoral work. They explore the concept of the Bema seat of judgment, emphasizing that judgment is about rewards for good works rather than condemnation. The discussion highlights the necessity of joy in ministry and encourages pastors to embrace their identity as children of God. They also discuss the challenges of peacemaking, stressing that it requires skill and effort, and conclude with the significance of sharing personal experiences to connect with others.
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