Podcasts about church health

In this week's sermon we close out our series on our Plumb Lines or guiding principles. As we close, we look at the idea of church health and what constitutes true church health. Health cannot be made synonymous with growth. However, health has several measure, and growth typically comes along with it. We're glad that you made it to this sermon! we are also available on Youtube. For more information on our worship services or church as a whole, visit fbcwest.com

Pastors talk a lot about having healthy churches. But, what exactly does that look like? It's not just about numbers it's about fruitfulness. So, how do we discern the good fruit from the bad? The answer to that question is everything.

In Matthew 12:38–40, Jesus compared himself to Jonah. “For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of a huge fish, so the Son of Man will be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.” That comparison got Gerad Strong thinking about other points where Jonah and Jesus present a study in contrasts. He recently spoke about those contrasts at the biweekly chapel service of the Assemblies of God national office. In this episode of the Influence Podcast, I talk to Strong about those contrasts. I'm George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. Gerad Strong is the director of Training and Church Health with the Church Multiplication Network of the Assemblies of God. Formerly lead pastor of a rural church, Strong led a revitalization effort, resulting in the establishment of seven new church campuses in two years. He is author of The Forgotten Field: Using Multisite Models to Reach and Revive Rural Communities with the Gospel, published in 2022 by Baxter Press. ————— This episode of the Influence Podcast is brought to you by My Healthy Church, distributors of The Creator's Wheel by Rick DuBose, coming out from Chosen Books on February 11. Our world demands faster speeds, quicker deliveries. We want change now, transformation in a moment. But God, who spoke galaxies into existence with a single word, took seven days to bring about His full and magnificent creation — and He takes His time with us. In The Creator's Wheel, Rick DuBose shows how, just as God reached into that dark and chaotic mess to form space and time, He reaches into the mess of our lives, initiating a process that transforms us into masterpieces. Visit MyHealthyChurch.com to pre-order your copy of The Creator's Wheel.

Mark Westhyzen, Director of Church Health at QB, shares today's message, “Restarting Faith.”What happens as we grow older? Have you lost momentum? Have you had a life changing moment? Are you just drifting? There is a fresh start. God hasn't forgotten, He reaches out for you. What is your answer? Do you have excuses? Do you acknowledge them? Are you obedient? What can open for you? This week's passages:Ex 2: 15, Ex 3: 1-13, Ex 4: 1-13, 19-20Date: 12.01.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

Pastor Mike Clarensau has had a diverse ministry career, serving as pastor, Sunday school director, church health director, church consultant, and statistician. Tune in this week and check out last weeks episode to hear insights from his ministry journey! As always, if you would like to reach out to the show for encouragement, or with feedback and ideas, please connect with our host Joe Epley at joseph.g.epley@gmail.com

Pastor Mike Clarensau has had a diverse ministry career, serving as pastor, sunday school director, church health director, church consultant, and statistician. Tune in this week and next week to hear insights from his ministry journey! As always, if you would like to reach out to the show for encouragement, or with feedback and ideas, please connect with our host Joe Epley at joseph.g.epley@gmail.com

Jesus cares about the health of His Church. Churches should be known for prayer (12-13) Churches should embrace worship (14-17) Churches should bear fruit (18-19) Churches should pray big prayers (20-22) To learn more, please visit us at mercyhouse365.org

In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker welcomes David Gudgel, Director of Church Health for the Northern California Venture Church Network. David shares his wisdom on harmonizing faith and family life, drawing from his personal journey as both a parent and grandparent. He recounts transformative moments, like the spiritual awakening his parents experienced, which reshaped their family dynamics and instilled values of patience and resilience. David offers parents practical advice on guiding their children's spiritual paths while honoring individuality, highlighting how a foundation of faith can foster stronger relationships within the family. The conversation also explores challenges of modern parenting, particularly managing screen time and the role of digital devices, which David believes should be viewed as privileges rather than entitlements. Additionally, he addresses the evolving role of grandparents, advising them to support their children's parenting choices without overstepping boundaries. Through stories and insights from his books, David empowers families to navigate the complexities of today's parenting landscape while fostering a spiritually grounded, balanced home environment.  Key Moments: 00:21 Balancing Personal and Family Responsibilities 00:50 The Power of Prayer in Parenting 01:37 Spiritual Epiphany and Family Transformation 08:01 Maintaining Faith in Adult Children 16:38 Navigating Digital Devices with Kids 23:20 Challenges and Joys of Grandparenting 29:28 David Ray Gudgel's Books and Final Thoughts Need parenting advice? Grab one of Dr. Meg's coaching spots here. Watch today's episode

Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Dr. Sean Brubaker, pastor of Calvin Presbyterian Church, to talk about how they used extraordinary circumstances to reflect the community around them.  Sean shares how this has made them more effective in ministering to their surrounding neighborhood.

Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Stefan Bomberger , pastor of Manoa Community Church to talk about what the Lord is doing at Manoa as they experience a dramatic increase in people coming to faith in Christ and baptisms. Stefan also shares very practical advice he has learned around the ideas of children's ministry, evangelism and leadership to lead a church to life found in the Gospel.

Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Rosemary Lukens, the 42nd Moderator of the EPC General Assembly,  Bill Rasch, National Director of Transitional Pastor Training, and Bob Stauffer, National Director of Church Health to discuss the pastor shortage crisis of our day and how the EPC has responded.

God created you as a gift to the Body of Christ. Your gift is absolutely essential if the Body is going to grow into the vital, life-changing, God-glorifying force it is intended to be. Check out the video version of this sermon. If you've missed any of the other messages in this series, you can check them all out here. ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

Our church, Summit Northwest Ministries, took a survey on church health. The survey is put out by Natural Church Development. In this episode I share the results of the survey with our church family. Listen in as we discover a bit about ourselves.

In this episode, Natalie Runion shares her vision for rebuilding the church on the solid foundation of Jesus, moving past the deconstruction and hurt many have experienced. We discuss the blueprint found in the book of Acts for a Spirit-led, missional, and unified church that loves God and loves people. Natalie provides practical insights on cultivating a culture of prayer, developing true shepherds, and keeping our identity rooted in Christ rather than performance or platform. This is a hopeful and challenging conversation about the future of the church. Join us as we make sure the bones of our church screams Jesus. Natalie Runion is the USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and ECPA bestselling author of Raised to Stay: Persevering in Ministry When You Have a Million Reasons to Walk Away and The House That Jesus Built: Leading Our Churches Back to God's Original Blueprint (September 2024). She is also the founder of Raised to Stay, an online community of over 161,000 “Stayers” who are honest in their wrestling about their relationship with Jesus and His Church. A pastor's daughter from Cincinnati, Ohio, Natalie graduated from Miami University with a degree in education and has served as a pastor in the local church for over twenty years. She is a songwriter, worship leader, podcaster, and sought-after speaker at churches and conferences around the world. Natalie lives in Kentucky with her husband, Tony, and their two daughters. Natalie and Tony work together to provide training and education to pastors and leaders in pursuit of a healthy and reconciled Church. Natalie's Book:The House That Jesus BuiltJoin Our Patreon for Early Access and More: PatreonConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Threads at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/shiftingculturepodcast/https://twitter.com/shiftingcultur2https://www.threads.net/@shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@shiftingculturepodcastConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowRegister for the Further Together and Identity Exchange events at allnations.us Support the show

This conversation with Karl Vaters is a fascinating look at the history and impact of the Church Growth Movement in America and around the world. Karl shares how the movement started with good intentions to reach more people for Christ, but over time it became an unhealthy obsession with numerical growth and bigger churches. The danger is that we've often confused numerical size with spiritual health. Karl challenges us to shift our focus away from just growing the numbers, and instead prioritize discipleship and integrity in our churches. He believes discipleship can fix most problems a church faces, because it's about developing mature followers of Jesus, not just filling seats. Additionally, Karl warns against the celebrity culture that has crept into the church, where we elevate certain pastors and put them on a pedestal. Instead, he advocates for a return to more collaborative, team-based leadership that equips the whole body for ministry. Overall, this was a thought-provoking conversation that calls the church back to its biblical foundations of making disciples, walking in integrity, and letting Jesus build his church. Join us as we de-size the church. Karl Vaters is the author of five books, including the brand-new De-Sizing the Church. Karl produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive at KarlVaters.com. His heart is to help pastors of small churches (up to 90 percent of us) find the resources to lead well, and to capitalize on the unique advantages that come with pastoring a small church – something virtually every pastor will spend at least some of their ministry years doing. He also believes that big and small churches can and should work together more often – to the benefit and blessing of everyone.Karl also hosts a bi-weekly podcast, The Church Lobby: Conversations on Faith & Ministry. Episodes feature in-depth interviews about the topics that concern pastors, especially those who minister in a small church context.Karl has served in small-church ministry for over 40 years, so he speaks and writes from decades of hands-on pastoral experience.Karl's Book:De-Sizing the ChurchKarl's Recommendation:The Great DechurchingJoin Our Patreon for Early Access and More: PatreonConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Threads at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/shiftingculturepodcast/https://twitter.com/shiftingcultur2https://www.threads.net/@shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@shiftingculturepodcastConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowRegister for the Further Together and Identity Exchange events at allnations.us Support the Show.

Every quarter, The Unstuck Group compiles all the data we've collected to monitor trends in churches in the United States.  In this episode, Amy and I discuss findings from the Q3 2024 Unstuck Church Report and take a targeted look at key differences between growing churches and churches that are plateauing or declining. You can subscribe to receive the quarterly report for free, or if you're subscribed to the podcast show notes, we'll send it out to you for free, as well. This Episode is Sponsored by Horizons Stewardship Horizons Stewardship utilizes a collaborative and integrated ministry framework designed to fit each organization's unique culture and support church and faith-based nonprofit leaders in their mission to grow disciples and fund ministry through coaching, planning, technology, and analytics. Horizons has over three decades of experience and has developed a spiritually focused approach that consistently yields more funding for ministry and more effective disciple-making strategies. With the support of seasoned ministry strategists, proven generosity guides, and ICF-trained coaches, ministries that partner with Horizons experience, on average, a double-digit increase in giving within the first year.  Interested in learning more? Click here. For the full episode transcript, links mentioned during the show, and to download the Leader Conversation Guide, visit this episode's Show Notes at theunstuckgroup.com/episode363. Join the Live Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday, when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on Twitter/X. Or you can join in on Facebook.

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This episode, Pastors Chris and Matt are joined by Brad Straarup to discuss GrowLeader's newest service, the Church Health Assessment! They discuss the importance of assessing the health of various aspects of a church, such as worship, children's ministry, and overall culture. They emphasize the need for regular self-assessment and external assessment to identify areas of improvement and ensure growth. The conversation also touches on the value of feedback, the role of leadership in driving change, and the importance of aligning with the vision and values of the organization. . . . . Episode Resources: - NEW Church Health Assessment: https://www.growleader.com/churchhealthassessment  - PC's Personal Questions: https://hubs.li/Q02JYd4k0 . . . . All things GrowLeader: - Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals - Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring - Access FREE church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources - Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive - Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam . . . . Follow along on Socials: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader . . . . Thank you to our partners! - Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader - StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader . . . . Timeline: 00:00 - Highlight 00:27 - GrowLeader + Motion Conferences 02:38 - About Brad Straarup  03:32 - Church Health Assessment 17:38 - Personal Dashboards 19:53 - Personal and Organizational Questions 29:45 - Thank You, Partners!

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Welcome back to the bootcamp! Brandon Moore stops by again to continue our conversation focused on setting goals and evaluating church maturity. Related Episodes: EP 238 Hitting the Healthy Church Target with Brandon Moore EP 248 Setting Ministry Goals with Brandon Moore EP 251 Setting Effective Goals in Church Renewal (Part 2) Practical Insights with […]

Talking all things discipleship, spiritual growth AND multisite in Europe! In this episode of the Rich Martin Podcast, Rich sits down with Paul Benger and Nathan Benger of Ikon Church in Chesterfield, UK. They discuss the journey of planting and growing a church in a non-transient European city, the challenges of merging churches, and the transition of leadership within the Ground Level network. They also delve into the impact of COVID-19 on church culture and the importance of community and discipleship in church building. Join Rich for an insightful conversation on navigating church leadership, fostering community, and learning from past experiences. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:03 Meet the Benger Family and Ikon Church 00:52 Building a Church in Chesterfield 01:04 Recording the Podcast Live 01:55 Paul's Journey to Church Planting 02:57 Joining Ground Level Network 04:13 Ikon Church's Evolution 06:27 Impact of COVID on Church Dynamics 15:42 Merging Churches During COVID 27:56 Investing in Youth at Icon Church 29:50 Launching and Growing the Derby Campus 31:38 Paul's Health Crisis and Recovery 33:54 Challenges and Transitions in Derby Leadership 39:01 Ground Level Network Transition 49:09 Insights on Church Health and Growth 52:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Read the full show notes at: https://malphursgroup.com/247 On this episode of The Church Revitalization Podcast, Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu discuss the importance of annual checkups for churches to improve their overall health. Drawing parallels to personal health checkups, the hosts emphasize the need for regular assessments to diagnose and address any underlying issues in the church's health.  They dive into the six key areas of evaluation in the church ministry analysis, highlighting the significance of assessing the great commission focus, core values, discipleship pathway, vision clarity, strategy objectives, and leadership culture. The hosts stress the benefits of conducting these assessments annually and provide practical insights on how to prioritize and implement changes based on the evaluation results.  Join Scott and A.J. as they unpack the significance of church health checkups and offer valuable advice on leading churches towards greater health and vitality.  

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10 years after its release, Kenny Lamm's article “9 reasons people aren't singing in worship” continues to resonate with many today. Tune in to hear more about the reasons behind this article and why so many churches still struggle to encourage their members to participate in worship. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists' Podcast, Church Health & Revitalization Strategist Terry Long sits down with Kenny Lamm, worship ministries strategist for N.C. Baptists, as the two discuss why churches aren't singing in worship. Listen in as they explain reasons for stagnated worship and what churches can begin to do to facilitate vibrant worship within their congregations. 

This episode continues our series about healthy churches, starting with us as individuals and continuing into our relationships. Too often, when we think of church success, we immediately jump to evaluating programs, attendance, and finances when the real success in our local churches is evidenced by how we love. Learn how to grow in understanding for those the hardest for us to love - and why it matters. Email Laurie: laurie@smallchurchministry.comSee our resources for sale: resources.smallchurchministry.comRate, Review, & Follow Laurie on Apple Podcasts"I love Laurie and The Small Church Ministry Podcast!!"

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Drs. Kevin and Taylor Reed, who discuss the importance of oral health and highlight the third-generation, family-owned practice that is celebrating 75 years of serving the Mid-South community. The dental practice is run by the father-son duo with offices in Millington and Covington, Tennessee.During the interview, Kevin shares some of the history going back 75 years with his father, and then how he entered the business and now is working with his son, Taylor. They talk about their whole patient approach of "treating people, not just teeth" and why oral health plays such an important role in overall health and wellness, and preventing diseases. They discuss their dental services, which include preventative, restorative, cosmetic, periodontal care, TMJ disorder, and more. Kevin talks about the importance of their training and participation with the Pankey Institute, which is a renowned institution at the forefront of dental education and professional development, and why that training allows them to better serve and help the local community. They then highlight the importance of community engagement and giving back, discussing their support of Church Health, current efforts with Donated Dental Services (DDS) and how they provide free dental care to qualified patients in the community.They wrap up with information and an invitation to their 75th anniversary celebration and community open house on Thursday, May 2 at their Millington Office and where you can watch a short documentary film honoring the family's legacy and the team's 75 years of service.Visit www.reedfamilydentistry.com to learn more.

If asked to describe the church today, many people might not put “loving” at the top of their list. In this episode, we're unpacking why this is and what we can do about it. For many churches, our efforts to do more, serve better, and meet our program goals result in neglecting the very people we're trying to love. The best tools, strategies, and ideas only go so far.If we're not loving well, all the effort in the world has minimal lasting impact. Listen in to hear:Signs that what is normal in your church might need some repair and restorationHow to know if  “constructive criticism” is actually constructive and if “speaking the truth in love” is actually lovingThat our intentions to love others don't always match the impact of our effort (& why this matters so much)Why Jesus' most overlooked response to the rich young ruler should be our norm tooEmail Laurie: laurie@smallchurchministry.com See our resources for sale: resources.smallchurchministry.comRate, Review, & Follow Laurie on Apple Podcasts"I love Laurie and The Small Church Ministry Podcast!!"

Experts are telling us that Americans are passionate for smoothie drinks—to the tune of 4 billion dollars last year in the pursuit of healthy bodies. In the same way that a smoothie is full of proteins, fruits, and vegetables, what are the essential ingredients that can lead to a healthy and vibrant local church? Which vital ingredients can you add to the recipe?  (James: Faith in the Real World, part 8) 

Mark welcomes Jonathan Smith, Director of Church Health and Growth for Texas Baptists. Here are some highlights: Empty seats in churches are not a bad thing, that means that there's room for new people! With the resurrected Christ, there is always hope for every church! Put on display the church that you want to become. Some principles for increasing baptisms in your church: Preach on baptism twice a year. Only baptize one person per week, unless they are family members. Don't baptize at the very beginning of the worship service. A significant portion of your congregation will miss the baptism if it's at the very beginning of the service. A 3-week baptism plan: Week 1 – Announce that there will be a baptism next week and provide invitations for the baptism candidate to invite friends and families. Week 2 – Shoot a video of the baptism candidate answering two questions: 1) How did you come to faith in Christ? 2) How did this church help you come to faith in Christ? Show this video before the baptism. Week 3 – Show a video of the testimony and the baptism. Resources mentioned on this podcast: Texas Baptists PAVE process: txb.org/pave

Too many small churches are filled with saints who are overstretched and disheartened.Our modern church culture hasn't done us any favors with its focus on church attendance over loving our neighbors. Our bent toward over-programming is exhausting the volunteers we have left and not producing the fruit we think we are working toward. We wonder what is going on and if we can even do better in our current world. The first steps toward overhauling this failing church culture start with you and me. Listen in to:Hear how what we consider normal church culture is far from reflecting the character of ChristIdentify some wrong beliefs that may be holding you and your church back from healthAssess your own soul health with a list of symptoms of self-neglect and over-servingLearn what to do in the face of ongoing, unhealthy behavior in your own churchGain practical steps to move toward your own healing so you can truthfully say, “It is well with my soul.”See our resources for sale: resources.smallchurchministry.comRate, Review, & Follow Laurie on Apple Podcasts"I love Laurie and The Small Church Ministry Podcast!!"

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Church Health founder Dr. Scott Morris talks on “Behind The Headlines” about the 37-year-old institution he founded and how complex it has become in an era of big medicine and big health-care institutions.

Dr. Scott Morris is a medical school graduate and an ordained United Methodist minister who believes that healing the sick is a vital part of the Christian faith, and he lives that belief out in a very real way in Memphis, Tennessee through Church Health. Church Health is a faith-based, not-for-profit healthcare organization that offers whole person, comprehensive health care to people facing social and economic difficulties. No one should go without critical healthcare because they can't afford it, and Scott has worked since 1985 to solve this injustice.Dr. Morris earned his Master of Divinity degree from Yale University and his Doctor of Medicine from Emory University. He is a board-certified family practice physician and an ordained United Methodist Minister. He is also the author of Care: How People of Faith Can Respond to Our Broken Health System.Resources:Learn more about Church Health, how to support it, or how to start a similar organization in your communityFollow Church Health on Facebook or InstagramOrder Dr. Morris's book, Care

Scott is the founder of Church Health, the largest faith-based privately funded health clinic in the country. Over 1,000 doctors volunteer to serve 80,000 underinsured patients in Memphis!Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott is the founder of Church Health, the largest faith-based privately funded health clinic in the country. Over 1,000 doctors volunteer to serve 80,000 underinsured patients in Memphis!Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott is the founder of Church Health, the largest faith-based privately funded health clinic in the country. Over 1,000 doctors volunteer to serve 80,000 underinsured patients in Memphis!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott is the founder of Church Health, the largest faith-based privately funded health clinic in the country. Over 1,000 doctors volunteer to serve 80,000 underinsured patients in Memphis!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are people not coming back because they sense poor church health? In this episode, I sit down with Matt Curtis of Lunchtime Heroes to answer the question, “should churches promote themselves if they're struggling with leadership?” While he answers, he also BLOWS MY MIND about how looking inward can effect your outward brand… — If your church website is outdated, unattractive, and isn't bringing in new guests every week... get the homepage framework that churches across the U.S. are using to triple their church guests without paying for complicated software: https://www.navachurchwebsite.com  Subscribe for more: https://youtube.com/navachurchmarketing?sub_confirmation=1 ------ Follow Justin Nava on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/navachurchmarketing  https://www.instagram.com/thejustinnava/ https://www.threads.net/@thejustinnava  https://twitter.com/thejustinnava  https://www.tiktok.com/@thejustinnava  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejustinnava  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebestknownchurchshow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebestknownchurchshow/message

Today we welcome Pastor Kaitlyn Wood back to the podcast (our last guest before the COVID lockdown). Now, 4 years later, she's the Dir. of Church Health for ECO. We talk leadership, revitalization and what it takes to help churches flourish.

Jen Ashby, Director of Church Health for the Metro District of The Alliance, joins Terry and Alan to share what she has learned from her doctoral studies and life experience about including single adults in the life of the church.  It's an encouraging and practical conversation with insights that can make a difference in the life of your church.

As a teenager, Dr. Scott Morris became deeply interested in two things: his religion and the practice of medicine … AND a way to connect the two to serve humanity. Now 70, Morris is the founder and chief executive officer of Church Health in Memphis, TN. A leading voice in the field of faith and health and a passionate advocate for the poor in U.S. society, Morris opened Church health in 1987 to provide quality, affordable health care for working, uninsured people and their families. It has now grown to become the largest faith-based, privately funded primary care clinic in the country w over 60,000 patient visits per yr. Morris holds a Masters in Divinity from Yale Divinity School and an MD from Emory. The current issue of Fortune Magazine did a stunning  feature on his incredible journey. And, Stuart had the privilege to join Morris on his inspiring Mystic Podcast episode on a recent visit to the Church Health facility in Memphis. We are honored to welcome this righteous champion of "doing well by doing good" to Swan Dive."Fine & Blessed" - Short video clip from Swan Dive interview with Dr. MorrisShare your Swan Dive at www.swandive.us