The 95 Podcast: Conversations for Small-Church Pastors

Todd Meert's ministry journey is much different than most. He launched into full-time ministry in his early forties. Serving on several mission trips to Africa with his local church is what eventually led him to accept the ministry calling. However, he didn't know at the time just how much those early years were preparing him do create a ministry in his home town unlike no other.Todd joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to share the step-by-step process that eventually became Harvest 10:2. He has such a cool story of how simply listening to the Holy Spirit's guidance helped him connect with so many people who were far from God.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/innovative-ways-to-reach-the-harvest-w-todd-meert-episode-288/Support the show

Kara Powell serves as the Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute and as the Chief of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary. Kara recently authored a new book along with Jake Mulder and Raymond Chang entitled "Future Focused Churches." They did extensive research involving over one thousand churches with the goal of helping churches connect with the next generations.Kara offers several proven best practices for helping your ministry close the generation gap. This conversation is a must for any church wanting to invigorate the atmosphere with the life that comes from connecting with youth.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/future-focused-churches-w-kara-powell-episode-287/Support the show

Greg Surratt has experienced ministry leadership from many different perspectives. The early days of being in a Christian band to leading small churches to becoming the founding pastor of Seacoast Church and helping to create ARC (Association of Related Churches) have given Greg a deep understanding of what ministry leaders encounter.Greg joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to share his deep passion for pastoral health which is what lead him to help create The Retreat at Church Creek. His transparency and authentic desire to serve ministry leaders is so inspiring. The hope of this podcast is that you will take the time to get away for some soul care in the midst of your ongoing leadership journey.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-retreat-every-ministry-leader-needs-w-greg-surratt-episode-286/Support the show

Dale had the privilege to talk with Bob Hamp again today discussing a common theme that he's noticed that effects a lot of ministry leaders. Negative circumstances or broken relationships often cause leaders to wonder "what they did wrong" to cause the problem. For so many, this type of thinking is a natural default that has been developed over years of relational interaction.Bob helps us to understand the impact of family origin that often leads us to react this way. Hopefully, today's conversation will help many of us to begin down a pathway of experiencing complete freedom in Jesus.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/why-is-it-always-my-fault-w-bob-hamp-episode-285/Support the show

95Network's Jason Allison joins Dale to discuss the brand new 95Network Conference entitled, "Equipping Principals For Cultivating A Healthy/Thriving Church." The conference was created out of our annual team gathering in January 2025.Our desire is to come along beside churches to help them establish proven foundational principles, remove common barriers that prevent engagement and embrace leadership traits that lead to health.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/equipping-principals-for-cultivating-a-healthy-thriving-church-w-jason-allison-episode-284/Support the show

95Network teammates Mary Ann Sibley and Joseph Bennett join Dale today to discuss best practices for creating a thriving and healthy volunteer culture. Joseph serves as the Executive Pastor at Foothills Church. They recently had Mary Ann come do training with their volunteers. The results of her leadership has been really encouraging.You're going to hear from both Mary Ann and Joseph the heartbeat of volunteer training is simply discipling people to be the hands and feet of Jesus no matter where they are serving.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/empowering-volunteers-w-mary-ann-sibley-joseph-bennett-episode-283/Support the show

JC Campbell joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss a variety of topics facing the Church. He serves as the Lead Pastor of Greater Hope Church in Evansville, IN. He also serves with the Indiana Center for Congregations as Southwest Regional Director. His passion for the next generation is contagious.Your hope will be built up as you hear JC's vision for a church that is connecting with young families as well as those far from Jesus.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/ministry-intentionality-w-jc-campbell-episode-282/Support the show

Pastor Larry Kaufman joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss lessons learned from decades of ministry. He has successfully launched several campuses from Grace Church in Berlin, OH with hopes of multiplying even more. Larry also heads up 5812Global which is a ministry created to serve the vulnerable and marginalized in countries such as Thailand, Kenya, Uganda and Haiti.This conversation is filled with a lot of practical wisdom and help for anyone wanting to develop a healthy ministry to hand off to the next generation.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/raising-up-leaders-at-home-abroad-w-larry-kaufman-episode-281/Support the show

Tony Miltenberger is the founder of Follow2Lead Coaching. He is a veteran, podcast host, executive coach, author, and the associate pastor of disciple making at Centerville Grace Church. Throughout the years, Tony has traveled the globe taking deployments in Kuwait, El Salvador, and numerous marriage retreats throughout the US. He has consulted with churches in the deep south and multi-million dollar organizations in the Midwest.He has done hundreds of hours of pastoral counseling and executive coaching. Each conversation helps people uncover their true potential by taking a deep look at their past as well as their hopes for the future. He is genuinely curious and passionate about pursuing the mission of making disciples who make disciples.Tony joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss a variety of issues dealing with the emotional health of leaders.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/follow-2-lead-w-tony-miltenberger-episode-280/Support the show

Pastor Darrell Stetler has been a guest on the 95Podcast several times. He joins Dale on today's 95Podcast for a conversation around a free tool he has created to help you use AI in your sermon prep. Sermon Illustrator will help you reduce the time used as you craft your weekly sermons by helping to create content within the parameters that you have put in place.This is a great way to help you become more efficient in managing your time on a weekly basis. Darrell walks us through how to use Sermon Illustrator to do research with ease.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/sermon-illustrator-w-darrell-stetler-episode-279/Support the show

Every tech advancement in ministry comes with pros and cons, champions and nay-sayers, benefits and costs. For church leaders, it's not always easy to figure out what their congregants really need, how to play to their ministry's strengths, and what strong discipleship actually looks like in a tech-driven world.Recent Barna State of the Church research, in partnership with Gloo, uncovered five tech trends that show why adopting a blend of digital innovation and in-person ministry matters more than ever for leaders. Brad Hill, Chief Solutions Officer at Gloo believes these shifts aren't just about digital tools and strategies. They show a need for pastors to build trust, educate their congregants, and create meaningful digital experiences that truly connect people to God and each other. Brad joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to share practical ways that Gloo supports churches of all sizes with their efforts to use technology to reach new people.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/technology-and-the-church-w-brad-hill-episode-278/Support the show

Eric Metcalf and Jon Ferguson join Dale on today's 95Podcast to share with us about the ministry of NewThing. Although church planting is a the heart of what they do, they'll also tell you they are not here to help you plant a church. We're here to provide a framework to catalyze movements. At NewThing, the mission of reproducing churches is what drives everything we do. If God has called you to make a greater impact than what you're doing today, we want to give you a map to get there and equip you with everything you need along the way.The heart to collaborate with other networks, churches and leaders energizes them to discover the possibilities of what can happen in the world if we all work together.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/god-is-doing-a-new-thing-w-eric-metcalf-jon-ferguson-episode-277/Support the show

Polly Hamp understands the effect of living a lifetime of traumatic events. Some of her earliest childhood memories deal with the abuse she suffered from multiple people. However, she has allowed the Lord to turn her darkest pain into a pathway to freedom for herself and others as she has spent many years ministering to those with similar stories.Recently, Polly made another discovery that has taken her freedom journey to new heights. She joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to share what led to her creating the Think Differently About Health Academy. TDAH! helps us to understand freedom in every aspect of life.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/curiosity-opens-up-possibility-w-polly-hamp-episode-276/Support the show

Aimee Cottle of Fishhook joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss effective ways to engage your community this Easter season. It's always fascinating to hear Aimee share simple ways to help churches connect with their surrounding neighbors. Their are so many free tools available to help pastors reach new people that are readily available.It's important to start early in your preparations for reaching as many folks as possible this Easter. Aimee's passion for sharing the amazing story of Easter will certainly encourage you to do all that you can to share the love of Jesus.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/preparing-for-easter-w-aimee-cottle-episode-275/Support the show

Dave Coryell joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the importance of being intentional at reaching young people in your local ministry. The conversation draws on his vast experience of decades of ministering to youth as youth pastor and lead pastor of local churches. However, his greatest ministry experience comes from raising his own four children.You will be challenged and encouraged to create easy on-ramps to implement the young people of your community in the flow of your weekly ministry. Dave's passion for helping churches to develop an impactful youth ministry gives hope to any ministry wanting to reach the next generation.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/less-like-hippos-more-like-honey-bees-w-dave-coryell-episode-274/Support the show

Robby Angle has a passion for discipleship. He understands the need to be able to customize the ministry pathway your church has in order to align with your mission and vision. At root of it all, Robby knows that the most effective discipleship flows out of authentic relationships developed through consistent interaction.Robby's conversation with Dale on today's 95Podcast only scratches the surface of the resources he has made available through RightNow Media's Discipleship Framework. His desire is to come along beside any church wanting to create effective and impactful discipleship.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/developing-a-discipleship-framework-w-robby-angle-episode-273/Support the show

Eric and Gena Boggs join Dale on today's 95Podcast to talk about the high's and low's of ministry marriage. They have led Beech Springs Church since 1990. They are known for their love for God's people and their great desire to see every person find the place of destiny and purpose that God has for them. They minister a message of hope and freedom to all and have a passion to see individuals, families and marriages restored, enriched and lived out in such a way that the Kingdom of God is advanced. Their authenticity when it comes to valuing family first is seen in everything they do.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/thriving-ministry-marriage-w-eric-gena-boggs-episode-272/Support the show

Bryan Sims of Spiritual Leadership Inc. joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss his new book, "Creating Space: Cultivating Environments for Disciples of Jesus to Thrive and Multiply." Bryan coauthored the book with Craig Robertson. The inspiration behind the book was that he wanted to see our discipleship models in the local church move toward a more relationship-driven atmosphere instead of a program-driven one.The goal is to create PSDs (Passionate Spiritual Disciples) throughout the local church. Our conversation is filled with practical ways to move your discipleship pathway to become more relationship-focused.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/creating-space-w-bryan-sims-episode-271/Support the show

95Network's Discipleship Director Matt Adair joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss ways any ministry can create a healthy discipleship pathway. Matt knows the importance of learning about the specific DNA of a ministry before developing the pathway. There is no "one size fits all" process for effective discipleship.Matt's approach to helping churches comes from his value of understanding that relationships are the key to effective discipleship. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/our-relationships-are-bigger-than-our-problems-w-matt-adair-episode-270/Support the show

Dan Jacobsen grew up under the influence of Warren Wiersbe who happened to be his famous grandfather. His grandfather mentored him in the early days of Dan's own ministry journey. Soon after Wiersbe died at the age of 89, an unfinished book was discovered that was being written as a 100-day devotional. At the urging of his family, Dan accepted the role of completing his grandfather's final work.Dan joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the responsibility of completing his famous grandfather's final work. This is a great conversation of staying true to the author's communication while also including a style that connects with all generations. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/becoming-new-a-100-day-journey-of-transformation-through-gods-word-w-dan-jacobsen-episode-269/Support the show

You know the impact that Bob Hamp has had on Dale's life if you've been a listener to the 95Podcast for awhile. It has truly been life-changing. This is why Dale is so excited to have Bob join him again on today's podcast to discuss a new course he is offering on the topic of decoding our identity in Jesus.Bob believes that a lot of discipleship teaching is designed to help us get relief from our addictions and problems. However, this approach is more about the "what" you may be dealing with instead of the "way" to freedom. It's always fascinating to learn from Bob whenever he is able to join the podcast. Today is no exception.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/decoding-identity-w-bob-hamp-bonus-episode/Support the show

Dale is honored to connect with his daughter and son-in-law on today's 95Podcast. TJ and Tiffany Deluccia join him to discuss the value of having an annual vision retreat together. Their marriage's clarity of purpose and planning are a direct result of consistently taking a few days each year to reflect and set goals for the coming year.They are releasing a new e-book soon on Amazon entitled "Build A Life Together." Today's conversation centers on their experience over the years. Be sure to email them if you want a copy once it's available. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/build-a-life-together-w-tj-tiffany-deluccia-episode-268/Support the show

95Network team member Joseph Bennett joins Dale on the first podcast of 2025 to discuss ways he has personally overcome his own leadership barriers over the years. This conversation is filled with a lot of practical wisdom gained from the hardships and joys of his ministry experience.Our hope is that today's podcast will give you some encouragement as you approach another year of serving others through your ministry calling. We're pulling for you everyday to experience the amazing fulfillment that comes by having Jesus work through you to accomplish his will.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/breaking-leadership-barriers-w-joseph-bennett-episode-267/Support the show

It's always a privilege to check in with Lance Witt. He is a seasoned leader with a lifetime of experience leading in ministry. Lance joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss some ways that we can be intentional about maintaining soul health while leading others.Lance draws from decades of ministry life to guide us through some practical steps to ensure a healthy soul. He truly is one of the wisest voices in the country. You'll be encouraged as you listen to this conversation.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-best-of-2024-great-ideas-for-maintaining-soul-health-w-lance-witt-episode-255/Support the show

Michael Moore never saw himself as a Lead Pastor. However, he began sensing the call after serving as Executive Pastor of his dad's church. At the same time, his dad started to sense that it was time to identify and raise the next leader of their local church.Today's 95Podcast is filled with practical wisdom on successfully handing off ministry leadership to the next generation. Michael helps us see the unmistakable value of creating " hands-on" discipleship within your ministry's mission and vision.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-best-of-2024-keys-to-successful-ministry-handoff-w-michael-moore-episode-265/Support the show

95Network ministry partner Karl Vaters joins Dale for another podcast to discuss his latest book, "De-Sizing The Church." This is a great conversation that reveals so much about how the church in America operates today. It also dives into the historical turning points that led us to where we are currently.You'll really enjoy Karl and Dale's transparent conversation on today's podcast.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-best-of-2024-de-sizing-the-church-w-karl-vaters-episode-264/Support the show

Chuck Gordon joins Dale on this week's 95Podcast, talking through the highs and lows of ministry life. Chuck experienced many years of successful growth as a church planter. However, there came a point when everything started heading in the wrong direction, and it seemed that his life was unraveling.Chuck leads a ministry today called Connect Hope, which focuses on encouraging pastors, uniting ministries, and resourcing kingdom work. This is an excellent conversation about Jesus' faithfulness in walking with us through the difficult days we all face. His passion for coming alongside ministry leaders will inspire you to do the same. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-best-of-2024-connect-hope-w-chuck-gordon-episode-263/Support the show

While serving as the Executive/Counseling Pastor of his local church, Josh Clink suddenly became the Lead Pastor after the pastor abruptly resigned. He immediately knew he was in "over his head" due to having zero formal training in preaching and leading a congregation. In addition, he also found himself leading through the pandemic restrictions and difficulties.All of this led to a "dark season" for Josh. Today's podcast is an encouraging conversation as Josh shares how Jesus brought him and his wife, Stephanie, out of these tough times with the support of some trusted friends. He also gives us some insight into the counseling ministry that he serves with, Anchored Hope. They offer convenient and confidential virtual counseling with theologically educated and professionally trained counselors. Anchored Hope has biblically grounded, clinically informed virtual counseling available for ministry leaders no matter where they live.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-best-of-2024-anchored-hope-trusted-support-for-ministry-leaders-w-josh-clink-episode-262/Support the show

95Network teammate Jason Allison joins Dale today to launch the new Soul Care Essentials Online: 3-Session Video Series and Soul Care Essentials Cohort: 6 Weeks of Guided Conversations for Post-Conference Groups.Our team worked together over several months to create these resources to encourage and strengthen discouraged ministry leaders. Although ministry has always taken a toll on ministry leaders, the effects of the pandemic increased the pressure for most leaders exponentially.The Soul Care Essentials sessions include content dealing with a leader's Private Life, Personal Life, and Professional Life. Leaders can then pursue a deeper personal discovery by working through the Soul Care Essentials Cohort, which is six weeks of follow-up for post-conference discussion with a small group of trusted friends. These resources provide practical tools that enable you to examine and expose areas where you may not be leading from a healthy soul. As we always say at 95Network, "A healthy leader can create a healthy ministry." We hope to help you lead from a healthy soul!Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-best-of-2024-soul-care-essentials-online-w-jason-allison-episode-215/Support the show

Michael Moore never saw himself as a Lead Pastor. However, he began sensing the call after serving as Executive Pastor of his dad's church. At the same time, his dad started to sense that it was time to identify and raise the next leader of their local church.Today's 95Podcast is filled with practical wisdom on successfully handing off ministry leadership to the next generation. Michael helps us see the unmistakable value of creating ” hands-on” discipleship within your ministry's mission and vision.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/keys-to-successful-ministry-handoff-w-michael-moore-episode-260/Support the show

Michael Rubino understands how to serve small church pastors—after all, he is one! On today's 95Podcast, Michael joins Dale to provide practical next steps for leaders who find themselves stalled at the crossroads. His vast connections with other national leaders help him provide relevant guidance for even the most discouraged leader.One of the most refreshing things about Michael's ministry is that he "practices what he preaches" by using the same wisdom in leading his local church. He also offers some great advice to any leader who is ready to impact their community for Jesus.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/the-revitalize-roadmap-w-michael-rubino-episode-259/Support the show

As a small church leader, do you find the hope of being able to take your family on a nice vacation out of reach? If so, today's podcast with Tim Walker may offer you a practical solution. Tim serves in a really poor area of the country that provides a modest salary. So he did some research to try to find a way to be able to afford to travel without breaking the budget. The answer was Travel Hacking.Tim shares some of the great experiences he's experienced that would not have been possible without learning how to leverage travel points. He has been able to share his insights with even the most staunch skeptic and help them learn how to leverage it for themselves. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/travel-multiplier-w-tim-walker-episode-258/Support the show

Losing a loved one is hard. . . There's just no way around it. However, dealing with the emotions of the loss of being a teenage son adds another layer to the grief. Bart Blair joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the suicide of his 16-year-old son that happened four years ago. While it's difficult to process, Bart bravely walks us through the emotions he and his family are processing with another Christmas season on the horizon.This podcast offers practical advice for anyone dealing with the loss of a special family member as the holidays approach. Bart's transparency is both refreshing and painful to listen to, but we believe it will provide great comfort to others going through the same thing.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/grief-makes-christmas-complicated-w-bart-blair-episode-257/Support the show

Dan Nichols joins Dale for this week's 95Network Podcast to discuss the release of his upcoming book, Breaking Down Philippians. Dan is passionate about helping everyone understand the scriptures, which is the motivating factor behind his new book. This passion led him to create a special paraphrased version of this particular book of the New Testament.Dan truly believes that the Gospel is the hope of the world. He desires to help the people living in the Northeastern part of the United States experience a real and lasting relationship with Jesus.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/making-scripture-simple-w-dan-nichols-episode-256/Support the show

It's always a privilege anytime we get to check in with Lance Witt. He is such a seasoned leader with a lifetime of experience leading in ministry. Lance joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss some ways that we can be intentional at maintaining soul-health while leading others.Lance draws from decades of ministry life to guide us with some really practical steps we can take to ensure we maintain a healthy soul. He truly is one of the wisest voices in the country. You're going to be encouraged as you listen to this conversation. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/great-ideas-for-maintaining-soul-health-w-lance-witt-episode-255/Support the show

95Network's podcast producer Kevin Smith joins Dale on today's podcast talk through some of the difficult things that many of us are experiencing during this current season. Kevin has served in both small and large churches in various capacity's gaining a wealth of wisdom and knowledge from his experiences.Their conversation covers some of the hi's and low's of long-term ministry service. You'll find some very practical next steps shared by Kevin and Dale that is sure to help you if you're in a season of ministry stress.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/how-are-you-doing-w-dale-kevin-episode-254/Support the show

95Network ministry partner Karl Vaters joins Dale for another podcast to discuss his latest book entitled, "De-Sizing The Church." This is a great conversation revealing so much of how the church in America operates today. It also dives into the historical turning points of what led us to where we find ourselves currently.You're going to really enjoy the transparent conversation between Karl and Dale on today's podcast. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/de-sizing-the-church-w-karl-vaters-episode-253/Support the show

We all want our churches to be healthy, both deep and wide. But what should that look like? What are some characteristics of churches that are effectively reaching their community for Jesus?Join us for this conversation with Tony Morgan, founder of The Unstuck Group, as we walk through 10 characteristics of unstuck churches.We've known Tony for a long time. He's a good friend and has been so supportive of our ministry, so we were really excited to get him on the podcast. The honesty, experience, and conviction that Tony comes into this conversation with made this such a powerful discussion.Here are some key takeaways:A willingness to change is crucial. Across the board, we have to be open-handed about how we do ministry. An openness to change methods is a key aspect of unstuck churches.Unstuck churches fight the pressure to focus inward. A lot of the points that Tony highlighted came back to this takeaway right here. Focusing too much on the people inside our church hurts our ability to understand and reach the people outside our church.Small churches are not "less than." This was my favorite part of the conversation. When we talk about healthy/unhealthy churches, we're not talking about large/small churches. The size of your church does not change your ability to be "unstuck" and effectively impact your community for Jesus.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/in-tribute-to-tony-morgan-10-characteristics-of-unstuck-churches-w-tony-morgan-episode-4/Support the show

Tony Morgan is a dear friend of ours and a gifted author, speaker, and strategist. In 2009, he founded The Unstuck Group, which in their words, has "a mission to get churches unstuck." The Unstuck Group has consulted with over 550 churches to create a vision and strategy to help them gain momentum in reaching people for Christ. We're so excited to have Tony with us today. We're talking a lot about the wave of new people coming to church and how we can provide a welcoming place for them. Tony has some encouraging and constructive advice about how to navigate change and how to be intentional and faithful about making bold moves in your church. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/in-tribute-to-tony-morgan-do-something-even-if-its-wrong-w-tony-morgan-episode-251/Support the show

Dale had the opportunity today to catch up with Tony Morgan and Amy Anderson of The Unstuck Group. Their conversation covered a wide range of topics concerning what Tony and Amy are seeing as they work with many churches throughout the year. Some exciting things are happening in the church today as we move further away from the impact of the pandemic.You'll want to pull up a chair at the table and sit in on this valuable time. The point of this podcast is that we can spread hope that Jesus is truly at work in HIS church throughout America and worldwide.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/there-is-a-lot-to-be-excited-about-in-the-church-today-w-tony-morgan-amy-anderson-episode-172/ Support the show

Jon Sanders is a trusted resource that we often glean from at 95Network. Especially, when it comes to understanding how to serve in ministry while simultaneously providing a good standard of living for your family. Jon and Les Hughes created Entrepastors with this principal at the forefront.Dale catches up with Jon on today's 95Podcast to learn more of what their experience of helping ministry leaders has shown so far. You'll enjoy Jon's honest assessment of the opportunities that are available if you only look in the right places.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/entrepreneural-pastors-update-w-jon-sanders-episode-249/Support the show

Matt Wilson from Compassion International joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to update us on some new initiatives from Compassion. They have also signed on to sponsor the Soul Care Essentials Conference for another year. Although Compassion is widely known for their work with sponsoring children, they also have a strong commitment to supporting the local church.Compassion believes that a healthy leader can help develop a healthy ministry. This is one of the reasons they promote soul care health for pastors and staffers.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/making-a-difference-through-compassion-international-w-matt-wilson-episode-248/Support the Show.

95Network team member Jason Allison joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the impact of our Soul Care Essentials Conference. Jason has facilitated several conferences throughout 2024. The discussion today is around the impact he is seeing firsthand as a conference leader.Many pastors and church leaders often ignore their emotional health while providing ministry help to others. Jason and Dale dive into some of the reasons why pastors tend to do this. They also highlight some of the practical benefits of being intentional at taking care of your own soul.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/intentionally-caring-for-your-soul-w-jason-allison-episode-247/Support the Show.

While serving with Campus Outreach, Mike Jackson discovered that there was a disconnect with the outreach/evangelism efforts of the staff. That led Mike to start a comprehensive journal that eventually became his first book entitled, "Reaching Your Jerusalem: Overcoming Your Barriers To Sharing The Gospel."Mike joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the two most important barriers to effectively sharing your faith. He offers some very practical and easy to implement guidance to prepare anyone to present the Gospel message to their family, friends and co-workers.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/overcoming-the-insecurities-of-sharing-your-faith-w-mike-jackson-episode-246/Support the Show.

Darrell Stetler has been a frequent guest on the 95Podcast. Today's episode is another encouraging conversation for anyone leading a small or midsize church. Darrell always offers practical wisdom from his twenty one years of experience in pastoring the same church.He reminds all of us that God is pleased just to see us "pick up the tools we already have" to begin building something. He's not waiting until we finish the project. He actually gets excited to see His leaders join with Him to impact their communities with the Gospel. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/using-the-tools-the-lord-has-already-provided-w-darrell-stetler-episode-245/Support the Show.

Bruce and Toni Hebel know firsthand how the impact of refusing to forgive can destroy your life. Separate encounters with Jesus led them to experience healing and forgiveness they didn't know was available. Jesus truly set them free!They join Dale on today's 95Podcast to continue sharing about the power of forgiveness. They also give updates on some folks they ministered to with a focus on forgiveness many years ago who are still living in freedom. The power available to the local church to truly impact their communities can be released when the leaders and members choose to walk in forgiveness.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/podcast-recast-forgiving-forward-again-w-bruce-toni-hebel-episode-244/Support the Show.

Jon Sanders, 95Network's Director of Coaching, joins today's 95Podcast as a guest, discussing his recent experience at a retreat provided by the Boulder Crest Foundation. The retreat is called Struggle Well. They specialize in providing opportunities to help public servants in the first responder field and military personal work through post-traumatic impact. They focus specifically on Post-traumatic growth.Jon transparently shares how he didn't think he needed to spend a week on such a retreat to the point that he even considered not going. However, his life was forever changed as he discovered some deep-seated effects of traumatic encounters that he had experienced. This conversation is essential for anyone who serves in the ministry and as a first responder.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/struggling-well-post-traumatic-growth-w-jon-sanders-episode-243/Support the Show.

While serving as the Executive/Counseling Pastor of his local church, Josh Clink suddenly became the Lead Pastor after the pastor abruptly resigned. He immediately knew he was in "over his head" due to having zero formal training in preaching and leading a congregation. In addition, he also found himself leading through the pandemic restrictions and difficulties.All of this led to a "dark season" for Josh. Today's podcast is an encouraging conversation as Josh shares how Jesus brought him and his wife, Stephanie, out of these tough times with the support of some trusted friends. He also gives us some insight into the counseling ministry that he serves with, Anchored Hope. They offer convenient and confidential virtual counseling with theologically educated and professionally trained counselors. Anchored Hope has biblically grounded, clinically informed virtual counseling available for ministry leaders no matter where they live. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/podcast-recast-anchored-hope-trusted-support-for-ministry-leaders-w-josh-clink-episode-242/Support the Show.

It was our absolute pleasure to have Karl and Shelley Vaters join us for this podcast, which focuses on ministry marriage. Shelley shares that she never gave much thought to marrying a pastor. She also shares some eye-opening experiences that have accompanied her serving alongside Karl for all these years.Karl and Shelley pull back the curtain and allow us to see some of the difficulties they've worked through together over their ministry journey. It would be great to listen to this special podcast with your spouse. It may even be possible that you'll hear a lot of your story in theirs.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/podcast-recast-marriage-and-the-ministry-over-40-years-w-karl-shelley-vaters-episode-241/Support the Show.

John Fuller has been in ministry for over three decades. Not growing up in the church, John accepted Jesus as a rough and raw college student. Becoming a Christian led John to do a complete 180 in his life, ultimately resulting in him serving as a youth pastor and eventually the lead pastor of a small church.Today's conversation is filled with the wealth and wisdom that comes from understanding the importance of viewing ministry leadership through two different avenues: the Window and the Mirror. You'll be encouraged and challenged as you hear the things the Lord has taught John from the beginning of his ministry up to recently stepping down as lead pastor of his church after a successful transition.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/podcast-recast-the-two-views-for-a-leader-the-window-the-mirror-w-john-fuller-episode-230/Support the Show.

Tom & Suzi Steele were on a much needed vacation in Virginia Beach trying to recover from a difficult season of pandemic related ministry. They received an unexpected phone call that shook them to the core. A severe thunderstorm produced a strike of lightning that hit their church steeple. The result was a fire that burned the church to the ground. So much for a relaxing vacation.Today's 95Podcast features a conversation with Tom & Suzi discussing the impact of the catastrophic effects of the fire. They also update us on how the church is doing today as well as how they processed these events.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/from-disaster-to-disciple-making-w-tom-suzi-steele-episode-239/Support the Show.