Podcasts about big church

The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God was part of this summer's Big Church Festival. In the first of two festival specials, Justin shares 3 live interviews from the 'Podcast Stage'.Author Lauren Windle and agnostic journalist Ben Sixsmith share their stories of addiction recovery and searching for God. Mythologist Martin Shaw tells his miraculous conversion story and continuing quest for 'Wild Christianity'. Andy Wolfe and Andrew Ollerton explore the rise in Bible interest among Gen Z. 'Responding To The Rebirth' Conference: http://rebirthconference.net/ More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/ Support via Patreon for early access to new episodes and bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/justinbrierley/membership Support via Tax-deductible (USA) and get the same perks: https://defendersmedia.com/portfolio/justin-brierley/ Give a one-off gift via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/brierleyjustin Buy the book or get a signed copy: https://justinbrierley.com/the-surprising-rebirth-of-belief-in-god/ Got feedback? Share it with us by emailing: feedback@think.faith Ep 25 show notes: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/season-2-episode-25-big-church-1 The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God is a production of Think Faith in partnership with Genexis, and support from The Jerusalem Trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag questions or topic suggestions? Text us!A freshman gets baptized by his friends. A mom weeps because her child—wounded by past violence—finally steps out to a church event. Teenagers run cameras, lead songs, read Scripture, and help with communion. The thread tying it together is simple and bold: there's no junior Holy Spirit, and students don't need a separate church—they need a real place in the church.We sit down with Jordan Francis of Reframe Youth to unpack why intergenerational ministry is more than a nice idea; it's one of the strongest predictors of a faith that lasts beyond graduation. Jordan shares how smaller and more diverse congregations often integrate students by necessity, and how that necessity becomes a discipleship advantage. We dig into practical systems you can replicate: use Wednesdays to build relationships and pathways, then launch students into Sunday roles—worship, kids, production, hospitality—where older saints mentor and teenagers contribute in meaningful ways.If you're in a large church, Jordan maps a smart playbook: don't start with the senior pastor; partner with kids and next gen leaders to build a simple pipeline, gather stories and data, and expand from proof-of-concept to church-wide practice. Along the way, we talk about calling out gifts, coaching through the mess, giving teens language for hard days, and shifting Sunday from a show to a shared family responsibility. Expect sharp insights, field-tested tactics, and stories that will reshape how you see teenagers in your worshiping community.

Many Christians say they prefer smaller churches, and in God's providence, there are many smaller, thriving churches. But it's worth checking your preferences against God's word. Are your preferences aligned with biblical priorities? Or are you making your preferences into biblical priorities?Our church and community have grown significantly over the last few years, and while it is understandable to miss seeing certain friends, we want to make sure that we are processing this growth like believing Christians. So this is a message on big church blessings.The Texts: “And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy seed be. And he believed in the Lord; and he counted it to him for righteousness” (Gen. 15:5-6)“For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call. And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls” (Acts 2:39-41).“After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; and cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb” (Rev. 7:9-10).King's Cross Church is a member congregation of the CREC in Moscow, ID. Visit our website at https://kingscrossmoscow.com.Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/kingscrossmoscow.

Mailbag questions or topic suggestions? Text us!Want teens to feel seen, speak up, and stick around? We dig into the power of student-only spaces with Family Ministries pastor Tito Lozano and uncover how comfort, agency, and relationship-driven environments lead to deeper faith and smoother integration into the wider church. Tito walks us through a simple but game-changing redesign—turning a stage into a lounge with couches and beanbags—and how that shift invited vulnerability and richer small group conversations. We also unpack student ownership: room decor, anonymous feedback surveys, and a voice in series planning that sparks buy-in and makes “our youth group” feel truly theirs.We don't stop at the youth room door. Tito shares a balanced rhythm for integration—one Sunday a month in “big church”—that familiarizes teens with the lead pastor, corporate worship, and adult liturgy without sacrificing the age-intentional midweek environment. We tackle serving pathways that don't bury the same students behind tech every week, and we highlight the irreplaceable role of adult leaders who show up at games, concerts, and fourth-meal hangouts. Those everyday moments become the bridge from adolescent faith to adult discipleship.

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Karl Vaters talks with Luke Simmons, the pastor of Ironwood Church in Mesa, AZ. Recently, Luke and his church elders decided to pursue a very ambitious goal with the aim of helping their large, growing congregation feel smaller and more connected.As a big-church pastor, Luke is not a typical Church Lobby guest, but he and Karl follow each other on X (formerly Twitter) and when Luke posted about this plan it inspired a lot of questions and curiosity. The plan is for the members of their elder team to have one-on-one meetings with 1,000 church members over coffee or a meal this coming year.If those numbers make you feel like this isn't for you, give it a chance. Luke has a heart for people, and he's interested in how to set numerical goals that help us reach non-numerical objectives of discipleship, fellowship, and service.Links:Luke's original X post about elder meeting goalsLuke's original X post about doing one-on-one meetingsFaithful and FruitfulTim Keller on Leadership and Church Size DynamicsDarrell Stetler's Sermon IllustratorFollow Luke on XIronwood ChurchBonus videoHow To Conduct An Annual Leadership Meeting, with Luke SimmonsKarl Vaters talks with Luke Simmons about some of the steps he follows to gain as much as possible from an annual leadership meeting with his church elders. Points include:Get it on the calendar as soon as possibleMake it an overnighterBudget for itSlow down in a relaxed environmentSet the tone with idea prompts in writingWrite a summary afterwardAnd moreLinks:How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off (Donald Miller)Luke's original X post about elder meeting goalsLuke's original X post about doing one-on-one meetingshttps://faithfulandfruitful.com/elders-meeting/To get Bonus Content every week, click here to become a Financial Partner, or here to subscribe to the Free Weekly Newsletter.

Karl Vaters talks with Luke Simmons, the pastor of Ironwood Church in Mesa, AZ. Recently, Luke and his church elders decided to pursue a very ambitious goal with the aim of helping their large, growing congregation feel smaller and more connected.As a big-church pastor, Luke is not a typical Church Lobby guest, but he and Karl follow each other on X (formerly Twitter) and when Luke posted about this plan it inspired a lot of questions and curiosity. The plan is for the members of their elder team to have one-on-one meetings with 1,000 church members over coffee or a meal this coming year.If those numbers make you feel like this isn't for you, give it a chance. Luke has a heart for people, and he's interested in how to set numerical goals that help us reach non-numerical objectives of discipleship, fellowship, and service.Links:Luke's original X post about elder meeting goalsLuke's original X post about doing one-on-one meetingsFaithful and FruitfulTim Keller on Leadership and Church Size DynamicsDarrell Stetler's Sermon IllustratorFollow Luke on XIronwood ChurchBonus videoHow To Conduct An Annual Leadership Meeting, with Luke SimmonsKarl Vaters talks with Luke Simmons about some of the steps he follows to gain as much as possible from an annual leadership meeting with his church elders. Points include:Get it on the calendar as soon as possibleMake it an overnighterBudget for itSlow down in a relaxed environmentSet the tone with idea prompts in writingWrite a summary afterwardAnd moreLinks:How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off (Donald Miller)Luke's original X post about elder meeting goalsLuke's original X post about doing one-on-one meetingshttps://faithfulandfruitful.com/elders-meeting/To get Bonus Content every week, click here to become a Financial Partner, or here to subscribe to the Free Weekly Newsletter.

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A Swedish church weighing 672 tonnes is being moved five kilometers over two days so that Europe's biggest underground mine can expand. It's taken eight years of planning and more than €45 million to get to this point, which is part of a larger multi-decade process to move the entire Arctic town of Kiruna. We more on this fascinating story with Philip O'Connor a freelance journalist based in Sweden.

Should your children attend children's church or stay in the “Big Church” with you? Join AMBrewster to comb through the biblical principles that should influence our decision-making.Truth.Love.Parent. is a podcast of Truth.Love.Family., an Evermind Ministry.Action Steps Purchase “Quit: how to stop family strife for good.” https://amzn.to/40haxLz Support our 501(c)(3) by becoming a TLP Friend! https://www.truthloveparent.com/donate.html Download the Evermind App. https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683 Use the promo code EVERMIND at MyPillow.com. https://www.mypillow.com/evermind  Discover the following episodes by clicking the titles or navigating to the episode in your app: TLP 555: The Truth and Lies of Developmental Stages https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-555-the-truth-and-lies-of-developmental-stages  Expectational Education Series https://www.truthloveparent.com/expectational-education.html  TLP 433: Provocative Parenting https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-433-provocative-parenting  Your Family Needs to Go to Church Series https://www.truthloveparent.com/your-family-needs-to-go-to-church-series.html  Why We Let the Little Ones Come to the Service https://religiousaffections.org/articles/articles-on-worship/why-we-let-the-little-ones-come-to-the-service/  Click here for Today's episode notes, resources, and transcript: https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-590-your-children-&-childrens-churchLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthLoveParent/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.love.parent/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TruthLoveParentPin us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TruthLoveParent/Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTHV-6sMt4p2KVSeLD-DbcwClick here for more of our social media accounts: https://www.truthloveparent.com/presskit.htmlNeed some help? Write to us at Counselor@TruthLoveParent.com.

Join us this week as we discuss Francis Chan and his departure from his mega church, the why, and how we feel. 

Feeling disconnected in your church despite being surrounded by people? You're not alone. In this episode of Marked by Grace, Heath Lambert addresses one of the most common struggles in modern church life - cultivating authentic community instead of settling for surface-level acquaintances. Discover the biblical "one another" principle that transforms shallow relationships into deep, meaningful community. Learn why taking personal responsibility for relationships is the key to experiencing the authentic connection you're longing for.Timestamps0:00 - Introduction: Authentic community in a big church0:39 - The question: How to cultivate true community vs. acquaintances1:27 - Why this applies to churches of all sizes1:50 - Institutional vs. personal approaches to relationships2:56 - Galatians 6:2 - "Bear one another's burdens"3:16 - The "one another" passages in the New Testament4:20 - The merry-go-round analogy for biblical relationships5:53 - Why authentic relationships require trading places6:23 - The selfish approach to relationships (and why it fails)7:35 - Taking personal responsibility for relational investment8:16 - You don't need permission to serve others9:04 - Practical steps: listening, serving, investing in people9:32 - The principle: Those who invest most receive the greatest return10:20 - Personal example: Medical troubles revealing relational investmentKey PointsThe "One Another" Principle: The New Testament contains dozens of "one another" commands - bear, love, serve, teach, encourage one another. These form the foundation of authentic Christian community.The Merry-Go-Round Model: Healthy relationships require people to "trade places" - sometimes you're the one being served (sitting on the merry-go-round), sometimes you're the one serving (pushing the merry-go-round).Common Relationship Problem: Often people who complain about lack of community are being selfish - waiting for others to invest in them instead of taking initiative to invest in others.Personal Responsibility: You don't need permission to take relational responsibility. You can start serving, encouraging, and investing in others immediately.The Investment Principle: Those who make the biggest relational investments typically receive the greatest return - but this shouldn't be the motivation for serving.Practical Action Steps: Start listening to others, serve people's needs, and make genuine investments in their lives rather than waiting for others to initiate.Long-term Perspective: When you consistently invest in others, you build a community that will support you when you need it most.Scripture ReferencesGalatians 6:2 - "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." - The foundation for authentic communityVarious "One Another" Passages - Throughout the New Testament, believers are commanded to love one another, serve one another, teach one another, encourage one another, and bear with one another.Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to markedbygrace@fbcjax.com

On today's episode of Renew Your Mind we continue our conversation with special guest Shane Chellis and learn about his heart for transformation inside the church. Also on this episode today we are joined by Senior Pastor Paul Gruenberg, Associate Pastor Jeremy Touroo, Youth & Family/ Worship leader Jordan Kettlewell and moderator Dana Hall. Questions/ topics/ notes for today's episode include: - What does fleeing the wrath of God mean?- Class meetings - Finding emptiness in the world- Transformation- The little church inside the big churchThanks for listening and we pray this podcast encourages you and helps grow your walk in the Lord! God bless!

Descubra Hanoi, a cidade que mistura tradição e modernidade, no coração do Vietnã! No Episódio 80 nós, as Viajantes Bem Vividas, contamos para você sobre Hanoi - A Dama do Oriente! Entre ruas vibrantes, templos históricos e mercados coloridos, cada canto revela uma história fascinante. Você sabia que Hanoi é famosa pelo seu charmoso Old Quarter, pelo Lago Hoan Kiem e pela culinária irresistível? Quer saber mais sobre essa aventura incrível? Então não perca o episódio 80 do Podcast Viajantes Bem Vividas, onde compartilhamos todas as dicas e experiências dessa viagem inesquecível! Você vai saber onde se hospedar, quais os pratos típicos do Vietnã, quais as principais atrações e muito mais! Não perca! Ouça o episódio 80 e se prepare para ficar apaixonada por Hanoi! Já nos siga aqui no Spotify, se inscreva no YouTube e nos siga no Instagram, ouça este e outros episódios, comente e compartilhe com suas amigas. Atrações HanoiCruzeiro de 1 dia e uma noite, por Halong Bay; Old Quarter: Lago Hoan Kiem; Templo Ngoc Son; Monumento do Emperador Ly Thai; The Note Coffe;  Catedral de St. Joseph; Big Church, Maison Centrale, antiga Prisão de Hoa Lo; show de marionetes na água (Water Puppetry); Tan Hien Street; Hanoi Night Market, sábado ou domingo.French Quarter - Hanoi Opera House;Pratos Típicos HanoiPho(FO) (sopa de noodles com carne ou frango; Bún Chả (carne de porco grelhada, noodles, vegetais e rolinho primavera, servidos separado; Egg Coffee e Coconut Coffee Restaurante típico: Chung Tôi Bán Bún Cha Dác SAn Hà Noi#Hanoi #Vietnã #ViajantesBemVividas #Aventura #Cultura #ViagemDosSonhos #IdososViajantes #GeracaoPrateadaViaja #LongevidadeAtiva #HalongBaySiga as redes sociais de Sylvia YanoBlog Sentidos do Viajar: https://sentidosdoviajar.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sentidosdoviajar/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sentidosdoviajar/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SentidosdoviajarSiga as redes sociais de Lilian AzevedoBlog Uma Senhora Viagem: https://www.umasenhoraviagem.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/umasenhoraviagem/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umasenhoraviagem/Siga as redes sociais do Podcast Viajantes Bem VividasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@viajantesbemvividasSpotify geral: https://bit.ly/3s7SNRd_viajantesbemvividasInstagram:  https://instagram.com/viajantesbemvividas?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=.  @viajantesbemvividasFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072030566508&mibextid=9R9pXOAcesso episodios: https://lkt.bio/viajantesbemvividasApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/br/podcast/viajantes-bem-vividas/id1580357204 - https://bit.ly/3iCbcmc_podviajantesbemvividasGoogle podcasts - https://bit.ly/3sk713y

In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, host Greg Nettle is joined by Tim Celek from Stadia's post-launch team and two dynamic kids ministry leaders from Georgia—Brittany Ara of City Church Griffin and Robyn Alexander of Foundation Christian Church. Together, they outline five essential principles for church leaders who want to reach and disciple the next generation: Safety isn't optional – Every church needs a clear child protection policy. Not sure where to start? Ask neighboring churches to share their handbooks. Leadership matters – Recruit leaders who can lead teams, not just love kids. Burnout is real without shared responsibility. Let kids serve – Kids and teens need hands-on opportunities to experience their faith, not just hear about it. Know your ‘one' – Ditch cookie-cutter strategies and design ministry that fits your local community's needs and rhythms. Recruit with vision, not guilt – Celebrate wins from the stage, don't beg for volunteers. Help your team build a long-term system for healthy recruiting. They also share fun, creative ideas like using an ice cream truck for outreach and creating dual summer camp models for different demographics. It's a practical, passionate guide for any church looking to multiply its impact through children's ministry. 00:26 – Meet Brittany Ara & Robyn Alexander   02:10 – Why Stadia Prioritizes the Next Generation   03:15 – 5 Things Every Church Leader Needs to Know   03:45 – #1: Safety Must Come First   07:13 – #2: Healthy Kids Ministry Requires Strong Leadership   12:00 – #3: Empower Kids & Teens to Serve   14:00 – Creative Outreach Ideas: Ice Cream Truck Ministry   17:00 – Involving Kids in "Big Church"   19:11 – #4: Forget What You've Seen Before – Know Your Community   21:00 – Real-Life Camp Examples That Meet Families Where They Are   25:39 – Balancing Technology in Kids Ministry   26:00 – #5: Volunteer Recruiting Should Be Vision-Driven   29:00 – What Keeps These Leaders Going  

Is a big church better? Some would say yes, some no. What are some problems big churches have? How can big churches maintain healthy community? Have a listen to this ep to hear our thoughts.REFORMATORY SHIRTS: https://www.amazon.com/s?rh=n%3A7141123011%2Cp_4%3AThe+Reformatory+Podcast&ref=bl_sl_s_ap_web_7141123011JOIN THE PODLUCK: https://www.patreon.com/reformatorypodVisit us here: https://www.reformatorypod.comMukwano Coffee: https://www.mukwanocoffee.com (Use promo code "reformatory" for 20% off your order).Twitter: https://twitter.com/reformatorypod

Headed to Rome to stand trial, Paul’s journey was marred by hardship & doubt. But God meets him in the midst of the despair, promising him and all who are with him deliverance. When we face despair and then the divine assurance of salvation, will we respond in action? (Why wouldn’t we?!)

Today, we stand at a new “Napster moment,” but this time, it's not limited to music. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are revolutionizing the media landscape in ways that could eclipse the Napster revolution. Vast datasets, including text, images, audio, and video, are being used to train AI models, producing content at an unparalleled scale and speed. The problem? Much of this content – essential for AI model training – is sourced without creators' permission. This new phase of digital disruption raises critical ethical and legal questions about the future of IP in an AI-driven world. Let's dive in and talk about this critical moment in AI innovation.

Today's Mystery: A woman reports receiving threats for attending a new church.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 2, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Virginia GreggSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Pippen, Patreon supporter since March 2022.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

In this thought-provoking episode of God Talk, we dive deep into the murky waters of big entities - Big Pharma, Big Business, and Big Church. We explore the shocking recent events surrounding UnitedHealthcare's CEO shooting, the surprising sympathy towards the shooter, and the role of public perception in such cases. We also dissect the controversial policies and practices of Big Pharma and Business, shedding light on their motives and the public's growing frustration. Alongside, we turn our gaze towards Big Church, revealing how it mirrors these businesses in financial tactics, and the ethical concerns it raises. Tune in to uncover the realities of these powerful institutions and consider how we, as a society, respond to their influence. Are we too forgiving due to superficial factors? Do we overlook unethical practices in our faith communities? Join us as we question, critique, and seek clarity.

Many of us have small youth groups, but all of us want to have big church. In this episode, Matthew and Athena Smith give tips on how to have big church with a small youth group. Hint: LED walls are just optional. ;)

A Sermon by Greg Kirksey

Message by Tom Greentree – Erickson Covenant Church

A sermon by Greg Kirksey

Message by Tom Greentree – Erickson Covenant Church

A sermon by Mark Evans

Message by Sean Wood – World Vision Canada

A Sermon by Jason Curry

Message by Chase Hines – Erickson Covenant Church

Message by Tom Greentree – Erickson Covenant Church

Message by Bruce Wiebe – Wycliffe Bible Translators

// Prayer // - October 13th, 2024 After attending Big Church with the adults on October 6th, we're back this week with our Practicing Jesus series in the normal HS space. Our topic this week is prayer, and what it looks like to prayer as a Christ-follower. We oftentimes overcomplicate prayer, and we hope that this week's message provides practical encouragement on what prayer is, how to pray, and the power of prayer.

Message by Tom Greentree – Erickson Covenant Church

Message by Tom Greentree – Erickson Covenant Church

Message by Peter Hambrey – Erickson Covenant Church

We are so excited to have Allison, our kids pastor, bring kids church to big church.

What challenges do a churches experience based on its size?No matter what size your church is, it's going to come with some strengths and some weaknesses. Jerell discusses the nature of the problem and how to overcome some of our unique challenges. 

Have you ever sang “carpool karaoke” on a long trip with friends or family? Psalm 127 & 128 are back-to-back “songs” in the Bible that were sung by ancient families as they traveled together. They're both packed with lyrics about God, mamas, daddies, children, & grandchildren. #MoFamilySong  

Does taking your younger kids into Sunday morning service feel like a losing battle? Would you like to see your older children take the initiative to help around the house? Do you have a shy child who struggles to say hello or even acknowledge others? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan for another edition of “Ask Ginger” as they discuss how we can turn to God for guidance on any issues as we seek to reach the hearts of our children for Christ. *** For show notes and episode downloads, go to https://www.gingerhubbard.com/blogs/podcast/episode-166-big-church-taking-initiative-overcoming-shyness *** Support this podcast:   https://www.gingerhubbard.com/support *** Sponsor for this episode:   GWN | gwnews.com/ginger CTC Math | ctcmath.com ***

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