Leadership and the Church
282 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★ - 10 ratingsLATC is designed to help Educate, Equip, and Encourage church leadership to strengthen and advance the mission of the Church.
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Ep 110, Mark Devries & Scott Pontier (Replay Ep 60, Top 2021 Episodes #3)
December 20, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 49.9 MBIn this replay episode (#2 most downloaded of the year, Ep 60), Mark Devries and Scott Pontier provide valuable insights on ministering to young adults. This episode originally aired in January and is the first of two parts. Be sure to listen to Episode 61 to hear the rest of the interview. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 109, Andy Braams (Replay Ep 63, Top 2021 Episodes #3)
December 13, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.9 MBIn this replay episode (#3 most downloaded of the year), Andy discusses three ways that discipleship and administration can be related. The topic comes from a conversation in a recent class he was teaching. After the introduction, this episode plays just as it originally aired (Ep. 63). Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 108, Dr. Nathan Rose (COVID Update 20 Months Later)
December 06, 2021 08:00 - 41 minutes - 75.3 MBJust after the pandemic began to shut down much of the world in March 2020, Nathan Rose joined Andy to talk about THE CHURCH, and how his church (Liberty Baptist Church) was navigating the early days. Recently, Andy interviewed Dr. Nathan Rose (he has completed his PhD) to get an update on much of what has transpired with during the last twenty months. The earlier interview is in episodes 19 and 20. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-...
Ep 107, Andy Braams, Q&A
November 29, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 45.9 MBThe "mailbag" was light this month, but one important topic was mentioned - plagiarism in the church. Andy discusses several reasons why plagiarism is wrong for pastors and teachers within the church (Church). Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 106, Andy Braams, U1s Primed for a Response
November 22, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 70.7 MBIn the last group of the unchurched individuals (U1s) as defined by Thom Rainer, we find a group that is on the brink of making a decision to receive the gift of eternal life from God through Jesus. Andy covers some research (from 2008) about the group and how to help them connect with others who are a part of the church. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 105, Andy Braams, Insights to the U2s
November 15, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 52 MBAndy moves to cover the level of U2 (Unchurched 2s, as defined by Thom Rainer). This group still has some confusion on biblical matters, but has a general understanding of heaven, hell, salvation, etc. Andy shares several insights about the group and some thoughts on helping these individuals to get involved with a group or in a church. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 104, Andy Braams, Connecting with the U3s
November 08, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.6 MBThis week, Andy moves to the U3 level (Unchurched 3s, as defined by Thom Rainer). This group has some knowledge of Jesus but is generally confused on the real truth of the gospel. At the end of the episode, Andy shares a few ideas on how to reach this group. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 103, Andy Braams, Who Are the U4s?
November 01, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 56.3 MBAs he did with the group most hostile towards God and the church, Andy provides a few characteristics that are generally true of those who are one step removed from the previous group. This group is still unchurched, but has been labeled (by Rainer) as U4s. Near the end of the episode, Andy shares a couple of options to attempt to reach this group of individuals. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 102, Andy Braams, Guest to Member in 5 Steps
October 25, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 48.4 MBIn an effort to provide a quicker look at moving people through the process of guest to member, And discusses an article from Church Fuel that provides a five step process. A link to the original article is included below. https://churchfuel.com/how-city-church-turns-guests-into-members-in-5-steps/ Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 101, Andy Braams, The Unchurched 5s
October 18, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 49.4 MBAndy provides a few characteristics that are generally true of those who are least likely to attend church or show any appreciation for God. Near the end of the episode, he provides a couple of options to attempt to reach this group of individuals. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 100, Andy Braams, Reconsidering the Baseball Model
October 11, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 52 MBMany years ago, Rick Warren introduced a very simple, and effective (because it was simple) model using a baseball field to help communicate moving people to higher levels of commitment and engagement. Andy expands the model (admittedly complicating it) to encompass more of the levels he mentioned in last week's episode. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 99, Andy Braams, 9 Levels (10 Steps) of Assimilation
October 04, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 53.5 MBTo formally kick off the new series on helping people move from being a visitor to being actively engaged in the church (a topic requested by a listener), Andy identifies nine different levels that someone may need to move, depending upon their starting point of faith. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 98, Andy Braams, Learning Resources (Admin Episode)
September 27, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode, Andy shares some of the resources he uses to fulfill his mantra to continue learning. He shares specific podcast titles and generally what kinds of books he reads. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 97, Ken Parker (Assimilation) Replay
September 20, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 75.9 MBDr. Ken Parker, FBC Kearney (MO), provides a look at the process of assimilation at his church through ideas like concentric circles and tools like S.H.A.P.E. and equippingbelievers.net. He also shares how his church recruits leaders and provides a pastoral look at what education means to him. This episode is a replay of two earlier episodes (from one interview) on the CEW Podcast. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 96, Brian Griffin (Assimilation) Replay
September 13, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 76.8 MBBrian Griffin, Pastor of First Impressions and Assimilation at Lenexa Baptist Church (Lenexa, KS), shares about the phases of getting people involved in the life of the church. creating a culture of helping people to serve where they fit best, training servants and the role of the current leaders to find new leaders. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 95, Andy Braams (Sabbath)
September 06, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 75.3 MBFor Labor Day Monday (a day when many people in America do not have to work), Andy discusses his journey with the Sabbath. In addition to sharing part of his story, he also shares three aspects of rest and four ideas that Sabbath provides. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 94, Andy Braams, Q & A
August 30, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 60.2 MBThis week, Andy tackles the question of COVID from a general perspective and shares a reminder from last August's episode (#41) about how we can use this time of uncertainty to adjust our plans. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 93, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 12
August 23, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 62 MBThe final episode in this series primarily covers the four ways we learn - reflection in action, reflection on action, mentors and models, and negative experiences. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 92, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 11
August 16, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBHaving set the stage for a discussion of ethics in last week's episode, Andy shares four reasons that conflict between Christians often ends up in Cell 4 as he discusses the book, The Politics of Ministry. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 91, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 10
August 09, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 64.3 MBThe final consideration recorded in the book, The Politics of Ministry, is the idea of ethics. Ethics are important in all negotiations, but are particularly critical in Cell 4. Andy shares some insight from Romans 14 in this week's episode to prepare for more on ethics next week. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 90, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 9
August 02, 2021 08:00 - 33 minutes - 61.2 MBAndy continues to discuss the characteristics of negotiating in cell four. This cell represents when negotiation is needed between those with unequal power and have different interests. Having previously covered the spectrum of negotiating from the perspective of lesser power, this episode covers the spectrum of negotiation tactics for those who presumably have more power. The ideas he covers are found in the book, The Politics of Ministry. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used b...
Ep 89, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry Pt 8
July 26, 2021 08:00 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBCell four of the negotiation matrix the approach when the negotiation is between those with unequal power and have different interests. The authors of The Politics of Ministry provide two spectrums to consider - one for those who are in a position of lesser power and the other for those who are appear to have more power. This week, Andy covers the five aspects of the lesser power spectrum. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 88, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 7
July 19, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 59.9 MBHaving covered the different types of interests from the previous chapters, Andy covers three (of four) strategies related to negotiation. The strategies are Collaboration, Networking, and Bargaining, with the choice of strategy dependent on the the relationship of power and interests between all stakeholders. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 87, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 6
July 12, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 51.1 MBAndy shares about the five filters of societal (culural) interests from Chapter 7 of the book, The Politics of Ministry. The filters are: generations geography and demographics communication styles time orientation power distance. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 86, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 5
July 05, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 64.6 MBAndy shares about the four filters of organizational interests from Chapter 6 of the book, The Politics of Ministry. The filters are: company values ministry programs results or relationship focus stubborn cultural qualities. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 85, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 4
June 28, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 58.8 MBAndy shares about the four filters of personal interests from Chapter 5 of the book, The Politics of Ministry. The filters are: the five facets of the whole person (physical, emotional, intellectual, social, moral) family of origin research-based personality profiles results vs relationship tendency. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 84, Andy Braams, The Politics of Ministry, Pt 3
June 21, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 55.2 MBAndy covers information on knowing, identifying, and diagnosing interests from Chapter 4 the book, The Politics of Ministry. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 83, Andy Braams (The Politics of Ministry), Pt 2
June 14, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 63.3 MBAndy shares some thoughts related to Chapter 3 the book, The Politics of Ministry. This chapter discussed the concept of power. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 82, Andy Braams, "The Politics of Ministry", Pt 1
June 07, 2021 08:00 - 33 minutes - 62.2 MBAndy discusses the first couple of chapters of the book, The Politics of Ministry, providing the authors definitions of key terms for the book. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 81, Andy Braams (Q & A)
May 31, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 29.4 MBFor our 5th Monday episode, Andy addresses a question related to a fundamental difference between many teachers in the church and many who teach in schools. He also shares the plans for this summer as he prepares to cover the book, The Politics of Ministry. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 80, Dr. John Yeats (The Stewardship Journal)
May 24, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 53.7 MBDr. John Yeats, Executive Director of the Missouri Baptist Convention, shares about stewardship. He shares seven principles of stewardship and about a new resource that the MBC provides for free. You can find more information about The Stewardship Journal by visiting https://mobaptist.org/stewardship/stewardship-journal/ or calling 573-636-0400. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 79, Dr. David Gallagher (Sr. Adult Ministry), Pt 2
May 17, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 42.3 MBIn Part 2. Dr. Gallagher helps adults of all again prepare for further aging by sharing important aspects to consider. He also shares insights on how churches can minister to aging (senior) adults. For more about Dr. Gallagher and his ministry, see his website is https://www.agingsuccessfullytoday.com/ . Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 78, Dr. David Gallagher (Sr. Adult Ministry), Pt 1
May 10, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MBIn Part 1 (of 2), Dr. Gallagher shares some common factors facting aging adults and what adults need to enjoy life, not just endure life as we age. For more about Dr. Gallagher and his ministry, see his website is https://www.agingsuccessfullytoday.com/ . Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 77, Dr. Holly Allen (Intergenerational Ministry), Pt 3
May 03, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 49 MBIn Part 3 of the interview, Dr. Holly Allen, the chair of the Intergenerate Task Force, discusses barriers, how to get leadership on board, and some practical recommendations for incorporating intergenerational ministry into a church. The Intergenerate Conference is held May 24-26. You can find out more at http://www.intergenerateconference.com/ or https://www.childrensspiritualitysummit.org/ (The Children's Spirituality Summit). Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permissi...
Ep 76, Dr. Holly Allen (Intergenerational Ministry), Pt 2
April 26, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 49 MBIn Part 2 of the interview, Dr. Holly Allen (Lipscomb University), the chair of the Intergenerate Task Force, gives the biblical foundations for intergenerational ministry, shares one aspect of educational theory, and discusses two principles related to intergenerational ministry. The Intergenerate Conference is held May 24-26. You can find out more at http://www.intergenerateconference.com/ or https://www.childrensspiritualitysummit.org/ (The Children's Spirituality Summit). Music: ·Fea...
Ep 75, Dr. Holly Allen, Pt 1
April 19, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.3 MBDr. Holly Allen (Lipscomb University), the chair of the Intergenerate Task Force, provides insight on what intergenerational ministry can be. In this first part of the interview, she talks about the idea in general, how she became involved, and the differences between intergenerational and multigenerational ministry. The Intergenerate Conference is held May 24-26. You can find out more at http://www.intergenerateconference.com/ or https://www.childrensspiritualitysummit.org/ (The Children'...
Ep 75, Dr. Holly Allen (Intergenerational Ministry), Pt 1
April 19, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.3 MBDr. Holly Allen (Lipscomb University), the chair of the Intergenerate Task Force, provides insight on what intergenerational ministry can be. In this first part of the interview, she talks about the idea in general, how she became involved, and the differences between intergenerational and multigenerational ministry. The Intergenerate Conference is held May 24-26. You can find out more at http://www.intergenerateconference.com/ or https://www.childrensspiritualitysummit.org/ (The Children'...
Ep 74, Dr. Joye Baker (Single Adult Ministry), Pt 2
April 12, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MBIn Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Joye Baker (Dallas Theological Seminary) shares her thoughts on how to better reach singles from the pulpit as well as providing some considerations for singles ministry in general. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 74, Dr. Joye Baker, Pt 2
April 12, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MBIn Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Joye Baker (Dallas Theological Seminary) shares her thoughts on how to better reach singles from the pulpit as well as providing some considerations for singles ministry in general. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 73, Dr. Joye Baker, Pt 1
April 05, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 38.3 MBDr. Joye Baker (Dallas Theological Seminary) provides insights on single adults sharing demographics, how God has used her as a single adult to minister to others, and what Paul wrote about being single. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 73, Dr. Joye Baker (Single Adult Ministry), Pt 1
April 05, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 38.3 MBDr. Joye Baker (Dallas Theological Seminary) provides insights on single adults sharing demographics, how God has used her as a single adult to minister to others, and what Paul wrote about being single. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 72, Andy Braams (Q & A)
March 29, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 51.7 MBAndy discusses three topics on this 5th Monday of the month edition including: the need to put action to vision and mission, how grouping ages is good conceptually, but must be considered practically by each church some ideas on how to prevent moral failure. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 71, Dr. Glenn Miller, Pt 2 (Vision & Mission)
March 22, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MBThis week's episode is Part 2 of Andy's conversation with Dr. Glenn Miller as he continues to share about the necessity of vision and mission statements. In Part 2 (this episode), he discusses how having a mission statement can help an organization make decisions and shares why having a personal statement is helpful as well. The website for Glenn's company, Miller Management Systems is https://goodfaithaccounting.com. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License ...
Ep 71, Dr. Glenn Miller, Pt 2
March 22, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MBThis week's episode is Part 2 of Andy's conversation with Dr. Glenn Miller as he continues to share about the necessity of vision and mission statements. In Part 2 (this episode), he discusses how having a mission statement can help an organization make decisions and shares why having a personal statement is helpful as well. The website for Glenn's company, Miller Management Systems is https://goodfaithaccounting.com. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License ...
Ep 70, Dr. Glenn Miller, Pt 1
March 15, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 38.4 MBDr. Glenn Miller returns to the podcast. In this interview he talks about the idea of vision and mission. In Part 1 (this episode), he defines the terms and shares 6 steps he uses to guide churches and organizations through the process. The book by Will Mancini is: The Vision Frame: The Core Tool for Visionary Church Leaders Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 70, Dr. Glenn Miller, Pt 1 (Vision & Mission)
March 15, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 38.4 MBDr. Glenn Miller returns to the podcast. In this interview he talks about the idea of vision and mission. In Part 1 (this episode), he defines the terms and shares 6 steps he uses to guide churches and organizations through the process. The book by Will Mancini is: The Vision Frame: The Core Tool for Visionary Church Leaders Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 69, Dr. Randall Stone, Pt 2
March 08, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MBDr. Randall Stone, of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and Discipleship Pastor of Bedico Baptist Church, provides some practical insights to implementing various strategies for ministry to adults. He also shares a resource which can be downloaded as a pdf on the CEW podcast page or at the link below: http://bedicobaptist.org/purposeful-life-assessment Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 69, Dr. Randall Stone, Pt 2 (Adult Ministry)
March 08, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MBDr. Randall Stone, of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and Discipleship Pastor of Bedico Baptist Church, provides some practical insights to implementing various strategies for ministry to adults. He also shares a resource which can be downloaded as a pdf on the CEW podcast page or at the link below: http://bedicobaptist.org/purposeful-life-assessment Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission. License #: FML-48466-4778
Ep 68, Dr. Randall Stone, Pt 1
March 01, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 40.7 MBDr. Randall Stone, of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and Discipleship Pastor of Bedico Baptist Church, shares about the biblical foundations of adult ministry, the differences in adults now versus the past, and six strategies to remember when ministering to adults. The strategies can also be found in the chapter Dr. Stone wrote in Christian Education: A Guide to the Foundations of Ministry, edited by Freddy Cardoza. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission....
Ep 68, Dr. Randall Stone, Pt 1 (Adult Ministry)
March 01, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 40.7 MBDr. Randall Stone, of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, and Discipleship Pastor of Bedico Baptist Church, shares about the biblical foundations of adult ministry, the differences in adults now versus the past, and six strategies to remember when ministering to adults. The strategies can also be found in the chapter Dr. Stone wrote in Christian Education: A Guide to the Foundations of Ministry, edited by Freddy Cardoza. Music: ·Fearless First· by Kevin MacLeod. Used by permission....