ACC Podcast South Australia

Jonathan interviews good friend and iSee Adelaide pastor, David Hamers. Jonathan chats with David about ministry now, how he started in ministry and how ministry is a family affair. Key Quotes: 'First and foremost we are culture carriers' 'Held the microphone and i only got about 3 or 4 words when the power of God hit me' 'What held me in the Kingdom was a undeniable encounter with God and making incredible friendships' 'We are pride ourselves on being tirelessly passionate about following God'

Dr David Perry is the Vice President Academic at Alphacrucis. David completed his PhD with the thesis titled ‘Pentecostal Spirit Baptism: An Analysis of Meaning and Function’. Jonathan asks David about why he choose that topic and the difficulty of framing a topic like the Holy Spirit and Spirit Baptism. David gives insight into Spirit Baptism and shares why he is passionate about the Pentecostal distinctive. #ministryexchangepodcast  

Jonathan is joined again by Dr Mulyadi Robin from Alphacrucis College. Mulyadi is a lecturer and heads up the Leadership department for AC. Jonathan asks Mulyadi questions about organisational and cultural leadership and unpacks the impact it has on churches.  Join Mulyadi's research project by contacting him on: Mulyadi.Robin@ac.edu.au  

Professor Lily is a staff member & lecturer at Alphacrucis College specialising in intercultural communication. Jonathan asks Lily what are the issues and challenges that church's and pastors face when engaging across culture and how to overcome the barriers that exist. Subscribe to Ministry Exchange to stay up to date with the latest interviews and content.

Darryn Keneally opens up about how and why engaging with the media in today's world is so important ✔️⁠ Jonathan asks practical questions that draw upon Darryn's expertise and experience in this challenging area for church's For more insight and information head to :https://keneally.biz/ ⁠Make sure you subscribe to stay up to date with the latest content from the Ministry Exchange Podcast

Jonathan has a candid interview with Ps Paul Newsham about his journey in church and ministry. Paul in his own words gives insight into longevity, recognising the season and being effective ministry.

Episode 2 of Great moments in church history features John Hus. Dr. Dean Okeefe describes the impact of John Hus through the lense of 'Bohemian Rhapsody'.  Not a discussion to be missed. Don't forget to hit subscribe and be part of the Ministry Exchange Podcast family.  

Jeff Marshall is the senior pastor at One Life Church in Parafield Gardens, South Australia. Jeff shares openly and honestly about his own ministry journey and challenges he has faced. Jeff also talks about opportunity with Chaplaincy Australia and how churches can engage with their community in this vital ministry area. For more info: https://www.chaplaincyaustralia.com/    

Todays episode is a informed discussion with Trevor Pearsons from ACS about Redress. Trevor discusses with Jonathan the background and need for redress, also how it can impact today's church. 

Ruth Powell is from NCLS Research which provides information into the church and society. In this interview Ruth discusses her latest research into how society views the church and christianity.  For more information regarding the research you can head to www.ncls.org.au to find out more.

Jonathan interviews his former pastor, Mark Elmendorp, and asks him about handling transitions in church, ministry, family and life. A decade ago Mark, along with his wife Nina, became the senior pastors of what was Albany Hills Christian Church and now Emerge Church on the north side of Brisbane. Under the their leadership the church has tripled in size and locations. Key quotes: 'Transitions are when something planned or unplanned happens' 'A sign of God transition is a yes to something you said no to in the past' 'Understand that time is on your side - Do today what you need to do'

Jonathan interviews Renee Bennett from Youth Alive Australia about the latest research from BARNA in relation to young adults and the Church. Renee talks practically about how the church can overcome the challenges presented and also see the opportunity to engaged in this vital space. Resources: https://www.barna.com/ https://www.youthalive.com.au/

The 2nd session from our State Day when Ps Wayne was with us earlier this year. Ps Wayne connects pastors and leaders to the word of God like no other. Listen and be encouraged !   Subscribe to Ministry Exchange to stay up to date.

Ps Wayne Alcorn shares straight from the heart and gives practical insight into  church and ministry. This 1st session was recorded at State Day in February 2020.    Make sure you hit the subscribe and stay update with the latest content from the  Ministry Exchange Podcast.

Our nation, people and church's are facing unprecedented times. Jonathan has conversations with pastors from around the state about how they are tackling the COVID19 issue in their church, ministry and home. In Part 3 Jonathan spoke to Ps Sam Long of Nova Church, Ps Darren Braund of Light Church and Ps Ralph Legge of City International Church. Each one pastors unique churches with unique circumstances. Sam is a church plant, Darren balances church and civic duties and Ralph has a culturally diverse congregation. Each one has a unique perspective but all surrounds loving people and bringing hope in this season.  

Special Episode: Our nation, people and church's are facing unprecedented times. Jonathan has conversations with pastors from around the state about how they are tackling the COVID19 issue in their church, ministry and home. Part 2 features conversations with Ps Gary Leech, Ps Rob Stantostefano & Ps Mark Hann. Regional areas are not immune to the effects the virus and it's impact on church and social life. Each pastor shares openly about their approach to ministry in this environment.

Special Episode: Our nation, people and church's are facing unprecedented times. Jonathan has conversations with pastors from around the state about how they are tackling the COVID19 issue in their church, ministry and home. Part 1 features conversations with Ps Tony Corbridge, Ps Tim Kries & Ps David Hall. Each one describes their own unique circumstance and how they are leading through this ever changing landscape.

This is the second session from Ps David Storer that he shared from our State Day early in 2019. In this session Ps David continues to talk about the 'grace' zone for our leaders and volunteers and the 'but now' moments we need to recognise in life and churches.  

Returning guest Dr. Jacqui Grey talks about her love for the Old Testament and how Pentecostals view the Old Testament based on her study she did with Alphacrucis.  

Jonathan candidly interviews Grant & Kym Hay about their life and ministry.  Grant and Kym work with Indigenous people and are apart of the National ACC Indigenous Initiative. They share about the importance of reconciliation and reaching the lost.  

Brad Bonhomme shares about the 'contest of contradiction' in life and ministry that we can experience when building the Kingdom. This session was recorded at our state day held on 26th of June, 2019.

Joe Funnell is a youth pastor at Emerge Church in Queensland. In this interview Joe talks about leading youth, the importance of developing leaders and personal experiences in growing a youth ministry from 40 to over 200. Joe shares about the importance of growing people around him to maximise the potential of the ministry you are leading.

Ps Tim is the Lead Pastor at Rise Church in Lightsview. In this interview Tim shares the importance of purpose in a believers journey. He also talks about transitions he has experienced within Rise Church going from Youth Pastor to Lead Pastor.

John Cameron closes ACC state conference with a stirring and encouraging word to churches, teams, pastors & leaders.

Breaking Barriers - Josh Greenwood Great leadership teaching from Ps Josh for church leaders, pastors & teams.

Dr. Mulyardi Robin heads up the Leadership Department at Alphacrucis College. IN this interview with Jonathan, Mulyardi discusses the central ideas around leader centric vs. follower focus leadership.  Mulyardi can be contacted via : Mulyadi.Robin@ac.edu.au

Joel Cave asks '4 Big Questions' to frame church and ministry. This recording was taken from the state conference hosted at Lifepoint church in 2019.

Dr. Jacqui serves as the Dean of Theology at Alphacrucis College. Jonathan asks Dr Jacqui about the challenges that women can face in ministry. She talks freely about her experiences and the part church can play in this area. 

Jonathan talks with SA's very own Ps Greg Johnston. In this episode Ps Greg shares openly about his journey, reading the word of God and his passion for photography.

Q & A Session with John Cameron and Joel Cave hosted by Josh Brett.

Flip the Script - John Cameron A challenging and inspiring word from Ps John at ACC state conference 2019

From the Opening night at BOLD Conference - John Cameron shares powerfully on the bigness of our God.

Today's episode features Dr Dean O'Keefe talking about great moments in church history. Dr Dean shares the life and stories of John Watsford -Australia's first methodist minister. John Watsford experienced many revivals and moves of God during his ministry in Australia.

For The One Joel Cave shares his heart for people at the Wednesday PM session of BOLD conference.

Ps. Layla Nahavandi is a unique gift in the ACC. She combines a passion for the Holy Spirit with a deep desire to know God more. Layla runs the bible college at Lifepoint Church under the leadership of Ps David Hall and regularly speaks locally and around the world. In this interview Layla shares her story of finding God as well as experiences from her own ministry.

The message you will hear is from the state day at LIFEchurch on the 26th of June. Ps Josh Greenwood speaks from his heart about the challenge pastors and leaders face trying to balance 'doing the work' of the ministry while 'resting' in what Christ has done.   

In this podcast Matthew Potts interviews his Father about the challenges of family in ministry. This interview was recorded during the 2018 state conference. Ps Daryl had recently completed a Phd with a thesis into the effects and impact of ministry on family life experienced by pastors and their spouses. In this session you will hear the heart beat of God for pastors and their families as well as debunking some of the common held myths about being ministry family. 

Ps Cameron Bennett from Youth Alive Australia and Public Church talks about his experiences planting a brand new church. He unpacks the journey of leading and dealing with challenges in church plant as well leading family through moments of transition.

Caroline Fowles is employed at Influencers Church and specialises in administration and organisation for church. In this podcast she talks about the ministry of administration and how to get the most out of people around you in those roles. Caroline talks openly and practically about the important relationship dynamic between leadership and administration.

This recording is from our State Day at the beginning of 2019. Ps David Storer shares openly and honestly about how our public ministry begins privately. That if we are to be effective at leading others we must first be honest about ourselves. The message is encouraging and challenging and must listen for all ACC pastors & leaders.

In this episode, Jonathan interviews Ps. Brad Bonhomme from Horizon Church in Sydney. Brad discusses the future of Horizon church as well as his is ministry journey.

Professor Stephen Forgarty is the principal of Alphacrucis College. In this interview Stephen shares his ministry journey, principals of leadership and how to actively engage and motivate volunteers in the life of the church.