Turn Around & Greet Your Neighbor

Throughout history, women have played a unique role in the leadership and growth of the Church. Much debate exists over the interpretation of biblical text regarding the role of women in pastoral leadership. Dr. Beth Allison Barr, Baylor University professor and medieval historian offers a unique perspective in her book, The Making of Biblical Womanhood. Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Dr. Beth Allison Barr Follow Beth on Twitter and IG: @bethallisonbar To find out more about Dr. Beth Allison Barr's work and to purchase her book The Making of Biblical Biblical Womanhood – visit her website www.bethallisonbarr.com.  

Lately, the stories of pastors and ministry leaders falling away from the Christian faith have seemed constant. And yet, we know God offers hope of restoration, strength for the journey and a pathway to finish the work of shepherd leadership well. Pastor and Author Tom Nelson of Christ Community Church offers a robust and encouraging dialogue on how pastors can find shepherding for their own hearts as they seek to lead and serve their congregations well. Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Pastor Tom Nelson Find out more about Pastor Nelson's work by visiting www.madetoflourish.org and www.ccclawrence.org. The Flourishing Pastor – Recovering the Lost Art of Shepherd Leadership is available via Amazon and other major online retailers. 

The meaningful work of loving our neighbors, communities and the world is no small task. As ministry leaders – what does the work to build intentional, robust and missional communities entail? Pastor Ed Ollie, Jr. of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago shares his unique perspective on stewarding and building a community that boldly and simply strives to love God, love people and change the world. Join us as he shares practical tips ranging from healthy hiring practices for church staff to introducing new ministries and programming.  Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Pastor Ed Ollie, Jr. Follow Pastor Ed on Twitter and IG: @edolliejr Visit www.willowcreek.org to learn more about the incredible work and mission of Willow Creek Community Church. An incredible ‘group of people from all ages, backgrounds, and cultures who believe there's more to life than what the world says….simply want to love God, love people, and change the world.'  

‘But what happens when the life you hoped for is put on hold indefinitely?' Join us as we talk with Kate Bowler about her work as an author, historian and her newest book - No Cure For Being Human (and Other Truths I Need to Hear). Challenging many commonly held thoughts and truths in the Christian community is no small order. We explore how Kate processes her cancer diagnosis with socially constructed norms regarding suffering, prosperity Gospel, Christian celebrity status and ambition.  Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Kate Bowler Follow Kate on Twitter and Instagram: @katecbowler  Visit www.katebowler.com to learn more about Kate's work and to purchase one of her incredible books.   

At the beginning of 2021, many churches and pastors were still settling after another up and down year of ministry. Conversations were swirling around the long-term role of ‘digital' church, next steps for in-person discipleship and reflections on how churches had navigated the previous months and years. We're joined by Director of Research Solutions from the Barna Group – Savannah Kimberlin. She provides sound, data-based research on the state of the church, pastors and communities as we turned the corner into the new year. You're invited to reflect on how these topics have played out within your ministry setting over the first half of the year.  Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Savannah Kimberlin Follow Barna Group on Twitter and IG: @BarnaGroup Visit www.barna.com to learn more about the incredible resources and research being conducted and made available to ministry leaders. The Barna Group is leading the way to ‘provide the Church with knowledge to navigate a changing world. Dr. Derwin Gray's personal work and to purchase How to Heal Our Racial Divide. To learn more about the work of Transformation Church (TC), a multiethnic, multigenerational, mission-shaped church visit transformationchurch.tc.  

The work of recognizing personal bias is no small task. Join us as we learn more about identifying personal bias and how it shapes our faith and the faith of the church at large. We're talking with Brandon O'Brien, Director of Content Development for Redeemer, City to City – a leadership development organization founded by Tim Keller. Brandon shares his unique perspective as he works to equip city Gospel movements around the world through books, trainings and other content resources.  Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Brandon O'Brien Follow Redeemer, City to City on Twitter and Instagram: @redeemerCTC  Visit www.brandonjobrien.com to learn more about Brandon's personal work and to purchase one of his many poignant books. To learn more about the work of Redeemer, City to City – visit, www.redeemercitytocity.com.  

God's vision for a ‘reconciled, multiethnic family in loving community' is central to the Gospel. Dr. Derwin L. Gray offers grace-filled, convicting and Jesus-centric encouragement as we talk through his newest book – How to Heal Our Racial Divide. As the pastor of Transformation Church, Derwin offers candid and practical suggestions for fellow ministry leaders. We invite you to explore the honesty of Scripture and the encouragement of a fellow brother in Christ through this episode. Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Dr. Derwin L. Gray Follow Derwin on Twitter and IG: @derwinlgray Visit www.derwinlgray.com to engage more about Dr. Derwin Gray's personal work and to purchase How to Heal Our Racial Divide. To learn more about the work of Transformation Church (TC), a multiethnic, multigenerational, mission-shaped church visit transformationchurch.tc. 

Church as we all know it has been widely disrupted over the last few years. As church leaders reflect on the events of the last few years, many have begun rethinking their approach to ministry. How can the church creatively adapt to be a safe and relevant space that engages people of all ages and backgrounds?  We're joined by pastor and New York Times best-selling author of 22 books, Mark Batterson to talk about creative church models and leadership strategies. We'll discuss how National Community Church in Washington, DC. Is meeting the needs of their community and talk about Mark's newest book Do It for a Day: How to Make or Break Any Habit in 30 Days.  Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources Guest: Pastor Mark Batterson Follow Mark on Instagram and Twitter: @markbatterson  Visit www.markbatterson.com to learn more about National Community Church and to purchase Mark's newest book, Do It for a Day: How to Make or Break Any Habit in 30 Days. 

Many are asking – how does the church reach the next generation? How do we prepare? How do we engage in hard conversations in a way that helps families? In our view, there is one simple and yet frequently overlooked answer – the moms. The church is equipped with some of the most powerful influencers – and it is time we took them seriously. Join us as we talk about equipping churches and families to have hard, honest conversations while empowering moms to lead the next generation. Show Notes:  For more information about MOPS International, go to www.mops.org Start a MOPS group: www.mops.org/start-a-group Additional Pastor Resources: www.mops.org/pastor-resources