This podcast is for ministry leaders who are under 40. The content every week is geared towards helping you become better leaders and more effective ministry leaders. Follow us on Twitter @U40MinistryLead.
One thing a lot of young ministry leaders feel unprepared for is the supervision and evaluation of other staff members. Many of us are serving in our first senior leadership role and need help knowing how to evaluate and grow the team around us. Philip Nation is the pastor at FBC Bradenton and he has a lot of insight into helping develop a healthy system of evaluation, which begins at the hiring stage.You can connect with Philip on Twitter @PhilipNationScott's book Dream Teams has a lot on developing a team climate, and is available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Teams-Winning-Church-Ministry/dp/0692368884.
One thing a lot of young ministry leaders feel unprepared for is the supervision and evaluation of other staff members. Many of us are serving in our first senior leadership role and need help knowing how to evaluate and grow the team around us. Philip Nation is the pastor at FBC Bradenton and he has a lot of insight into helping develop a healthy system of evaluation, which begins at the hiring stage.You can connect with Philip on Twitter @PhilipNationScott's book Dream Teams has a lot on developing a team climate, and is available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Teams-Winning-Church-Ministry/dp/0692368884.
Many younger ministry leaders will find themselves serving in established churches. Sam Rainer, the pastor at West Bradenton Baptist Church, is one of the leading voices about the established church, which he defines as "churches who've been around a long time, have a presence in the community, and have standing programs or ministries." We talk about two of the obstacles from his book Obstacles in the Established Church, and how younger ministry leaders can serve faithfully.You can follow Sam on Twitter at @SamRainer where you can learn more about the Revitalize Network. You can also grab a copy of his book from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Obstacles-Established-Church-Leaders-Overcome/dp/0692289852
Many younger ministry leaders will find themselves serving in established churches. Sam Rainer, the pastor at West Bradenton Baptist Church, is one of the leading voices about the established church, which he defines as "churches who've been around a long time, have a presence in the community, and have standing programs or ministries." We talk about two of the obstacles from his book Obstacles in the Established Church, and how younger ministry leaders can serve faithfully.You can follow Sam on Twitter at @SamRainer where you can learn more about the Revitalize Network. You can also grab a copy of his book from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Obstacles-Established-Church-Leaders-Overcome/dp/0692289852
One of the areas many pastors and ministry leaders feel the need to grow in is leadership. Today I'm getting to hang out with Dr. Angie Ward to talk about growing as a leader. Angie is the leader behind the Church Matters website and the Church Matters podcast. You can connect with her at churchmatters.com.
One of the areas many pastors and ministry leaders feel the need to grow in is leadership. Today I'm getting to hang out with Dr. Angie Ward to talk about growing as a leader. Angie is the leader behind the Church Matters website and the Church Matters podcast. You can connect with her at churchmatters.com.
Picture this - You've been through a long search process, you've prayed and interviewed and visited a church. You've been voted on and called. You've packed your house and moved. And you find yourself in your office on your first day. What do you do? In this week's episode, Dan Sardinas (Guest #1) from Northwest Baptist in Bradenton FL and I are talking about how to get a good start in the first 90 days.You can see more about a good start from Scott's book "Start Well" available on Amazon in print or Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Well-Scott-Douglas/dp/0997886196
Picture this - You've been through a long search process, you've prayed and interviewed and visited a church. You've been voted on and called. You've packed your house and moved. And you find yourself in your office on your first day. What do you do? In this week's episode, Dan Sardinas (Guest #1) from Northwest Baptist in Bradenton FL and I are talking about how to get a good start in the first 90 days.You can see more about a good start from Scott's book "Start Well" available on Amazon in print or Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Well-Scott-Douglas/dp/0997886196
It's nice to be back! This week's episode is with Stephen Keene, pastor of Southside Baptist in Shelbyville TN. We're talking about how churches and ministry leaders can navigate the social media world. One of the biggest takeaways from Stephen: sometimes pastors need to live like it's 1992, and not live through social media. We also talk about how churches can use social media as an effective outreach and connection to their communities.
It's nice to be back! This week's episode is with Stephen Keene, pastor of Southside Baptist in Shelbyville TN. We're talking about how churches and ministry leaders can navigate the social media world. One of the biggest takeaways from Stephen: sometimes pastors need to live like it's 1992, and not live through social media. We also talk about how churches can use social media as an effective outreach and connection to their communities.
One thing that a lot of ministry leaders, especially younger ones, take for granted is their physical health. We're young, we're still active, we play pickup ball or run 5Ks, and we still have our original knees and shoulders. We're not facing pacemakers and dentures, so we often overlook and ignore taking care of ourselves physically. But as pastors, we have a responsibility for our physical health because when we're not in good health, we're not able to be as effective as God would have us be in our churches. If we're constantly sick or dealing with major issues, we can't spend time investing in people or preparing to preach.
One thing that a lot of ministry leaders, especially younger ones, take for granted is their physical health. We're young, we're still active, we play pickup ball or run 5Ks, and we still have our original knees and shoulders. We're not facing pacemakers and dentures, so we often overlook and ignore taking care of ourselves physically. But as pastors, we have a responsibility for our physical health because when we're not in good health, we're not able to be as effective as God would have us be in our churches. If we're constantly sick or dealing with major issues, we can't spend time investing in people or preparing to preach.
This week's episode is a reflection on something that a lot of young ministry leaders struggle with: watching others have success. It might be a VBS that saw an entire elementary school get saved, or a community outreach event that doubled attendance, or a church that gives its pastor a car for his anniversary. The biggest takeaways I wanted to share in this episode are: Cultivate a heart of gratefulness, and to be Faithful to your calling.There's an article on my blog about this as well, you can find it here: http://www.scottmdouglas.com/blog/pastors-dont-resent-others-success
This week's episode is a reflection on something that a lot of young ministry leaders struggle with: watching others have success. It might be a VBS that saw an entire elementary school get saved, or a community outreach event that doubled attendance, or a church that gives its pastor a car for his anniversary. The biggest takeaways I wanted to share in this episode are: Cultivate a heart of gratefulness, and to be Faithful to your calling.There's an article on my blog about this as well, you can find it here: http://www.scottmdouglas.com/blog/pastors-dont-resent-others-success
Office hours are a touchy subject for ministry leaders. In this episode, we look at 5 factors to consider in a pastor or ministry leader's approach to office hours:1. Your greatest asset is your availability2. Work/Life Rhythm3. You will likely have unrealistic expectations4. Find your prep groove5. Regularly CommunicateIn the episode, I mentioned an article by Thom Rainer about minimum time expectations for a pastor, here's the link: https://thomrainer.com/2013/07/how-many-hours-must-a-pastor-work-to-satisfy-the-congregation/
Office hours are a touchy subject for ministry leaders. In this episode, we look at 5 factors to consider in a pastor or ministry leader's approach to office hours:1. Your greatest asset is your availability2. Work/Life Rhythm3. You will likely have unrealistic expectations4. Find your prep groove5. Regularly CommunicateIn the episode, I mentioned an article by Thom Rainer about minimum time expectations for a pastor, here's the link: https://thomrainer.com/2013/07/how-many-hours-must-a-pastor-work-to-satisfy-the-congregation/
This week's episode is all about doing or receiving evaluations in ministry. You can find some resources for personnel manuals, evaluations, improvement plans, and more on scottmdouglas.com.
This week's episode is all about doing or receiving evaluations in ministry. You can find some resources for personnel manuals, evaluations, improvement plans, and more on scottmdouglas.com.
This week's episode is all about how to make the most of your summer. It's a time in ministry where we have a little extra freedom and flexibility. So I wanted to give 7 ways to help make the most of your summer.1. If possible, get away2. Don't break the bank3. Give time for prayer & vision4. Get outside!5. Enjoy family time with your kids6. Reorient your teaching & preaching7. Hang out with people!You can connect with Scott on Twitter @ScottMDouglas
This week's episode is all about how to make the most of your summer. It's a time in ministry where we have a little extra freedom and flexibility. So I wanted to give 7 ways to help make the most of your summer.1. If possible, get away2. Don't break the bank3. Give time for prayer & vision4. Get outside!5. Enjoy family time with your kids6. Reorient your teaching & preaching7. Hang out with people!You can connect with Scott on Twitter @ScottMDouglas
A lot of us in ministry want to get more training and education. With online and distance education options available, receiving a high-quality theological education is more accessible than ever before. But a lot of factors must be considered. That's why this week's conversation with Dr. John David Trentham from Southern Seminary is so crucial. We talk about the differences in programs with Masters and Doctoral education, and really key in on the idea of fit and calling as the primary determiners, with family and life situations to consider as well.If you want to connect with Dr. Trentham or learn more about Southern Seminary's degree programs, especially the 36 month Ed.D. program, you can email Dr. Trentham at jtrentham@sbts.edu or go to http://www.sbts.edu/doctoral/doctor-of-education/.
A lot of us in ministry want to get more training and education. With online and distance education options available, receiving a high-quality theological education is more accessible than ever before. But a lot of factors must be considered. That's why this week's conversation with Dr. John David Trentham from Southern Seminary is so crucial. We talk about the differences in programs with Masters and Doctoral education, and really key in on the idea of fit and calling as the primary determiners, with family and life situations to consider as well.If you want to connect with Dr. Trentham or learn more about Southern Seminary's degree programs, especially the 36 month Ed.D. program, you can email Dr. Trentham at jtrentham@sbts.edu or go to http://www.sbts.edu/doctoral/doctor-of-education/.
Without question one of the most difficult topics to discuss in Evangelicalism today is the issue of race. We're confronted regularly with discussions of the Kaepernick protest, the rise of Alt-Right Groups, and an uneasy history even within our own background. This week's episode is with Dominique Price, an attorney and licensed NFL agent with Priority Sports, as well as a former 4-year starter for Northwestern University and undrafted free agent with the Cowboys. You can learn more about Dominique at http://www.prioritysports.biz/staff/dominique-price.
Without question one of the most difficult topics to discuss in Evangelicalism today is the issue of race. We're confronted regularly with discussions of the Kaepernick protest, the rise of Alt-Right Groups, and an uneasy history even within our own background. This week's episode is with Dominique Price, an attorney and licensed NFL agent with Priority Sports, as well as a former 4-year starter for Northwestern University and undrafted free agent with the Cowboys. You can learn more about Dominique at http://www.prioritysports.biz/staff/dominique-price.
This week's episode is with Dr. Tommy Kiker from Southwestern Seminary about his book "Everyday Ministry," which is an incredible book written for people of all stages of their ministry journey. It's crucial for everyone who serves in ministry to remember that character > skill, our family is our primary ministry, and that we must be wise in our use of time. You can connect with Dr. Kiker on Twitter @TommyKiker.
This week's episode is with Dr. Tommy Kiker from Southwestern Seminary about his book "Everyday Ministry," which is an incredible book written for people of all stages of their ministry journey. It's crucial for everyone who serves in ministry to remember that character > skill, our family is our primary ministry, and that we must be wise in our use of time. You can connect with Dr. Kiker on Twitter @TommyKiker.
This week's episode is with Phil Newton, pastor at Southwoods Baptist Church in Memphis TN, and the co-author with Brian Croft of the book "Conduct Gospel Centered Funerals." We talk about the mechanics of a funeral, how to make them both Gospel-focused and comforting to the family, and Scott tells about the time he got flipped off before doing a funeral service. You can connect with Phil on Twitter @PhilNewton901 and learn more about his ministry at Southwoods at www.southwoodsbc.org/.
This week's episode is with Phil Newton, pastor at Southwoods Baptist Church in Memphis TN, and the co-author with Brian Croft of the book "Conduct Gospel Centered Funerals." We talk about the mechanics of a funeral, how to make them both Gospel-focused and comforting to the family, and Scott tells about the time he got flipped off before doing a funeral service. You can connect with Phil on Twitter @PhilNewton901 and learn more about his ministry at Southwoods at www.southwoodsbc.org/.
A lot of people in ministry find themselves picking up a "side hustle" where they work outside their church employment to supplement their income. Today's episode is with Kris Billiter, who serves as the lead pastor at Eastpoint Community Church in Louisville, and is a Disney Vacation planning expert! You can check out Kris' Disney planning at http://www.traveltothemouse.net. We spend time talking about the need for side hustles, how to work to maintain balance, and the blessings that can come from having an extra source of income.
A lot of people in ministry find themselves picking up a "side hustle" where they work outside their church employment to supplement their income. Today's episode is with Kris Billiter, who serves as the lead pastor at Eastpoint Community Church in Louisville, and is a Disney Vacation planning expert! You can check out Kris' Disney planning at http://www.traveltothemouse.net. We spend time talking about the need for side hustles, how to work to maintain balance, and the blessings that can come from having an extra source of income.
In this episode we get to talk to Katie Mantooth, who works in Career Services at UT Martin about first impressions. A lot of promising ministry candidates shipwreck themselves in a couple ways: their resume and interviews. Our goal this week is to give practical tips for helping to communicate clearly who you are in a resume and to ensure you make a good first impression when you do land an interview with a search team!
In this episode we get to talk to Katie Mantooth, who works in Career Services at UT Martin about first impressions. A lot of promising ministry candidates shipwreck themselves in a couple ways: their resume and interviews. Our goal this week is to give practical tips for helping to communicate clearly who you are in a resume and to ensure you make a good first impression when you do land an interview with a search team!
It's exciting to get to talk to Josh Hutchens, who is the President of Gospel Life, a missions agency dedicated to planting churches and training pastors in Malawi. Josh is a graduate from Southern Seminary who brings years of experience and wisdom in missions. You can connect with him on Twitter at @JoshuaHutchens and you can follow Gospel Life at https://gospellife.org.
It's exciting to get to talk to Josh Hutchens, who is the President of Gospel Life, a missions agency dedicated to planting churches and training pastors in Malawi. Josh is a graduate from Southern Seminary who brings years of experience and wisdom in missions. You can connect with him on Twitter at @JoshuaHutchens and you can follow Gospel Life at https://gospellife.org.
Today we get to talk to Mark Whitt, the Campus Minister for Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro TN. It's all about how churches and ministries can connect with college students and young adults, and how our churches can impact not only Millennials but Generation Z. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkWhitt70 or with the MTSU BCM at http://mtsubcm.com/.
Today we get to talk to Mark Whitt, the Campus Minister for Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro TN. It's all about how churches and ministries can connect with college students and young adults, and how our churches can impact not only Millennials but Generation Z. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkWhitt70 or with the MTSU BCM at http://mtsubcm.com/.
On today's episode I'm joined by Jason Brown, the Executive Pastor at Broadway United Methodist Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Jason and I have been friends for over 20 years, dating back to middle school! He jumped on the podcast today to talk about crossing fences, where we engage and interact with people outside of our "tribe," for the sake of Fellowship, Mission, and Kingdom. You can connect with Jason on Twitter @JasonTBrown and check out Broadway UMC at https://broadwayunited.org/.*Apologies for the audio quality issues on the first half of the podcast with Scott's mic!
On today's episode I'm joined by Jason Brown, the Executive Pastor at Broadway United Methodist Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Jason and I have been friends for over 20 years, dating back to middle school! He jumped on the podcast today to talk about crossing fences, where we engage and interact with people outside of our "tribe," for the sake of Fellowship, Mission, and Kingdom. You can connect with Jason on Twitter @JasonTBrown and check out Broadway UMC at https://broadwayunited.org/.*Apologies for the audio quality issues on the first half of the podcast with Scott's mic!
Today we're joined by Derek Allen, lead pastor at C2 Church in North Miami, Florida. Miami, and the South Florida metro area, is the most culturally diverse area in the nation. For more about this area and the work to reach South Florida for Christ, check out https://www.namb.net/send-cities/south-florida. You can find C2 at c2church.org.The best line from the podcast: “We live in what we believe the Kingdom of God should look like”
Today we're joined by Derek Allen, lead pastor at C2 Church in North Miami, Florida. Miami, and the South Florida metro area, is the most culturally diverse area in the nation. For more about this area and the work to reach South Florida for Christ, check out https://www.namb.net/send-cities/south-florida. You can find C2 at c2church.org.The best line from the podcast: “We live in what we believe the Kingdom of God should look like”
Today's episode is a conversation with Scott Davis, the pastor at Northside Baptist Church in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Scott is a former admissions director for a flagship seminary whose primary job was to help potential pastors discern their call and further their theological education. You can follow him on Twitter @smdavis13 and check out Northside at nbcrh.org!
Today's episode is a conversation with Scott Davis, the pastor at Northside Baptist Church in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Scott is a former admissions director for a flagship seminary whose primary job was to help potential pastors discern their call and further their theological education. You can follow him on Twitter @smdavis13 and check out Northside at nbcrh.org!
On today's episode, Michael Kennedy, the pastor of North River Church, joins the show to talk about portable ministry. The interview was done in a barn on an old farm, where North River has its offices to set up for services in an elementary school. You can follow Michael on Twitter @mkennedyjr or on North River's website gonorthriver.com!
On today's episode, Michael Kennedy, the pastor of North River Church, joins the show to talk about portable ministry. The interview was done in a barn on an old farm, where North River has its offices to set up for services in an elementary school. You can follow Michael on Twitter @mkennedyjr or on North River's website gonorthriver.com!
Easter is an inescapable date on the calendar. Rather than see it as a burden of busy, let's embrace the season as a chance to impact our communities and churches for Christ. And I also share my disdain for Peeps.
Easter is an inescapable date on the calendar. Rather than see it as a burden of busy, let's embrace the season as a chance to impact our communities and churches for Christ. And I also share my disdain for Peeps.
In ministry we operate with a "Piggy Bank" which is the currency of trust we lead with. Just like our kids' piggy banks, we make deposits very slowly, pennies at a time. And we make the deposits when we invest in others, spend time with them, and build trust. Whenever we need people to trust us, we have to spend from the piggy bank.
In ministry we operate with a "Piggy Bank" which is the currency of trust we lead with. Just like our kids' piggy banks, we make deposits very slowly, pennies at a time. And we make the deposits when we invest in others, spend time with them, and build trust. Whenever we need people to trust us, we have to spend from the piggy bank.
In this episode, we get to hear from Nathaniel Miller, the Music Minister at Emmanuel Baptist Church. We'll talk about what it looks like to lead, prepare, plan, and interact with a multigenerational church in its worship and music ministry.
In this episode, we get to hear from Nathaniel Miller, the Music Minister at Emmanuel Baptist Church. We'll talk about what it looks like to lead, prepare, plan, and interact with a multigenerational church in its worship and music ministry.
Episode 1 is about serving in churches where we lead people who are older than us. My guest is Dan Sardinas (@dansardinas), the pastor at Northwest Baptist Church in Bradenton Florida.
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