Podcasts about churches

Rick Warren returns to the podcast to explain what 99% of churches don't do. He discusses the extraordinary rise of the global church and how it's outpacing population growth, and he outlines the call from Jesus every American church needs to hear.

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Jeffery D. Skinner explores the often unspoken bias against small churches and their leaders within church systems. He discusses how visibility bias, resource limitations, and perception issues contribute to the marginalization of small church pastors. Dr. Skinner emphasizes the need to redefine leadership pipelines, highlight the stories of faithful leaders in small congregations, and revalue bivocational ministry as a model of engagement. He concludes by urging the church to honor faithfulness over size in leadership.TakeawaysSmall churches often lead to small leaders due to systemic biases.Pastors of larger churches are more visible and have more opportunities.Bivocational pastors face unique challenges that limit their visibility.The church must redefine leadership pipelines to include small church pastors.Faithfulness, innovation, and spiritual depth should be prioritized over attendance numbers.Stories of small church pastors doing impactful work need to be told.Bivocational ministry can be a model of community engagement.God values faithfulness over numerical success in leadership.The church must stop equating leadership with the size of the congregation.Every leader, regardless of church size, has a role in God's kingdom.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/echoes-through-eternity-with-dr-jeffery-skinner--5523198/support.Echoes Through Eternity Guiding church planters and pastors to plant seeds of prayer, holiness, and courage that outlast a lifetime. contact drjefferydskinner@protonmail.com

Missionary Evangelist Robert Breaker talks about why many people are not getting saved today in Modern Churches. It's all because they no longer preach the Bible or what it says about how to get saved. He then explains how to get saved.

On September 11, twenty-four years ago, I saw the Twin Towers crumble to dust. And then, on September 11th this time around, I saw so many people grieving the shocking assassination of a hugely popular Gen Z influencer in front of 3,000 people. In both cases, millions of people were devastated in disbelief and grief. Including reporters, politicians, law enforcement people - and lots of ordinary folks. And certainly the 2001 tragedy had a scope much greater, but this assassination hit many young people very personally. I found myself praying, again, what I cried out to God 24 years ago. "God, what do You see here?" The answer has been the same both times. Souls. Lost souls. Grieving souls. Eternal souls. I'm Ron Hutchcraft, and I want to have A Word With You today about "A Fatal Shot, A Wounded Generation." Working with young people my entire life, I've seen many of them become less engaged with their world and with current events. A lot of them know more about Taylor Swift's love life but can't find Ukraine on a map or tell you the name of the Vice President. But they were drawn to Charlie Kirk, and he was dedicated to involving them in the major issues of our time. A prime time CNN host said: "If you don't know who Charlie Kirk is, ask your teenager or your college student." He was, in a sense, a generational prophet to many of them. He had over five million followers on X (formerly Twitter) and hundreds of thousands of listeners to his podcast and radio program. A lot of people have said that this generation is disconnected. But listen, they connected with Charlie Kirk. To countless millions of young people, he was finally a voice they could trust. Suddenly, he was gone. For me, this isn't about Charlie Kirk's politics or his culture war perspectives. It is, of course, about his wife Erika and their two children. I'm so glad the Bible says, "the Lord is close to the brokenhearted" (Psalm 34:18). She has a relationship with Him. I pray Jesus will hold them close in His big arms. I do see what God showed me on that dark September 11 years ago. Those souls. The emotional outpouring that has flooded social media gives testimony to the deep sense of personal loss so many young people are feeling now. After the tragic events of September 11, 2001, there was a hole in our hearts that none of our usual "go to" answers could fill. So we turned to God. Churches were full. Prayer was everywhere. Many people opened their hearts to Jesus who died for them and beat death by His Resurrection. For many contemporary young people, this recent loss has left their own hole in their heart. That's where it's about "souls." This trauma will be, for many, a "turning point." Sadly for some, to anger, retribution, disillusionment, despair. All destinations devoid of hope. Or to Jesus, whose hope is stronger than death, guaranteed by an empty tomb. Which brings us to our word for today from the Word of God, which happens to be a verse that Charlie's wife posted hours before his death. Psalm 46:1 - "God is our refuge and strength. An ever present help in trouble." We are desperate for a generation that doesn't carry all our baggage. A spiritual awakening may well be our only real hope. And our young people may be our only real hope of a better tomorrow. I'm praying the death of a looked-to leader may lead them to the Leader whose life and hope are eternal. Jesus called us to tell our world about His unloseable love - and then to let them experience that love through us. That was his final order. I think about the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where the guard coming on and the guard coming off exchange these words. The current guard says, "Orders remain unchanged." And the new guard says, "Orders acknowledged." We have our orders from our Master - to be His witnesses. No matter the loss, no matter the cost. Our orders remain unchanged.

Galatians 6:1-51. Healthy churches CARE for one another     -Care About Sin (vs. 1)     -Care About Burdens (vs. 2)2. Churches that lack GRACE will also lack AUTHENTICITY3. Pride will make you pretend your BOULDER is a BACKPACK     -Pride robs YOU of experiencing God's BEST     -Pride robs OTHERS of experiencing God's BEST4. God shapes our souls through CARING for one another5. What burden can you pick up this week?6. What burden do you need to unload?

Brandon Steele | 09.14.25 | ethoschurch.org

Antioch Norman is a community church located in Norman, OK. We are a spiritual family with a global mission to make disciples, plant churches, and work for the peace and prosperity of our cities. As part of the Antioch Movement of Churches, we all share a passion for Jesus and His purposes in the earth.Website | https://www.antiochnorman.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/antiochnorman/1330 E Lindsey St Norman, OK 73071‎

Speaker: Abi Oosting

Churches can easily neglect the essential ministry of the Missions Committee or Team. The series on Missions Committee Essentials, beginning from the replay of Episode 43, provides practical guidance to help start or restart an effective Missions Team. If your church wants to be missions-minded, the Missions Committee needs to be reinforced and refocused so that it can be used to effectively mobilize the whole church in missions.  More resources can be found on Propempo.com and SendForward.org.  

Why did Christ tell the church of Philadelphia that he would make them as "Pillars"? Join Pastor Chad as we study the 6th of the 7 Churches of Revelation. Learn why the promises God made to this church applies to the church today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1388/29

In Part 2 of Ralph's conversation with Ryan Delamater, founder of OCNWTR, the story moves from personal calling to multiplication. Ryan shares how God brought unexpected partners into his life — from a world-class jiu-jitsu champion in San Clemente to young leaders in El Salvador, Germany, Sweden, and Argentina.What began as a Bible study in a jiu-jitsu studio grew into Grapple Chapel, a movement of discipleship communities spreading across continents. Along the way, Ryan and his team pioneered creative water projects, combining boat desalination systems with solar power, even catching the attention of MIT's Water Summit.This episode highlights how scarcity can fuel innovation, how giving away leadership multiplies impact, and how God can use unconventional spaces — coffee shops, gyms, and even grappling mats — to plant churches and change lives.

In 2024, Cindy's book about her and Mark's experiences living a full-time Van life was published by One Stone Biblical Resources. It is entitled One Hundred Churches: A Three-Year Journey to Witness the Joy of Authentic Christianity. The book is part travel journal, part spiritual roadmap, part autobiography, part devotional, and part vanlife guide.Come along for the ride as Cindy shares the encouraging and informative stories from her book that some of her readers are calling "addictive".

Why did Christ tell the church of Philadelphia that he would make them as "Pillars"? Join Pastor Chad as we study the 6th of the 7 Churches of Revelation. Learn why the promises God made to this church applies to the church today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1388/29

Sunday School By Pastor Wayman Mitchell

When someone in your family embraces a new identity, the ripple effects can leave you confused, isolated, and grieving in silence. Many parents and children feel like they must carry this pain alone. In this powerful episode, Denise shares her story of discovering her father's desire to become a woman when she was just nine years old. She opens up about the secret pain she carried, the identity struggles that followed, and how God met her in her darkest places. Through Scripture, prayer, and eventually forgiveness, Denise found a way forward. Her testimony shows that even when family wounds run deep, God offers hope, healing, and freedom. Listen in, be encouraged, and discover that you don't have to carry your pain alone. God can redeem even the most broken parts of your story. You'll Walk Away With: ✅ Understanding how hidden struggles within a family can impact identity and faith. ✅ A reminder that God's Word speaks truth into the darkest places. ✅ Encouragement to face secret pain instead of hiding it. ✅ Hope that forgiveness is possible—and healing follows. Please share this episode with another hurting family, pastor, or ministry leader.  Churches are always looking for biblically sound resources they can offer.  Resources & Next Steps: Scripture that anchored Denise: Proverbs 3:5 Connect with Denise Living Stones Ministry/ Help 4 Families My Daddy's Secret by Denise Shick When Daddy Leaves To Be a Girl by Denise Shick Connect with Melinda: melinda@melindapatrick.org Grab Melinda's book: The Daring Rescue

Gabrielle Clowdus of Settled talks about how a diverse group of churches are showing love to the homeless by welcoming them to live in micro-homes on their church property and enfolding them into their families.  Denise Shick, author of "Out of Darkness and Into the Light," talks about her journey with a father who claimed to be a woman, and now realizes the emptiness of all this. She offers hope for families dealing with transgenderism and detransition.   Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

On Sept 14 Yadkinville UMC is centering our worship around James 1:4-8. Join us in the practice of lectio divinia as we prepare for worship together.If you would like to financially support this ministry of YUMC visit yadkinvilleumc.org/contribute and use the "other" option.The New Revised Standard Version, copyright ©1989 National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by Permission. All rights are reserved.

In this episode of Growing Forward, Pastor Andy Comer unpacks Revelation 1, revealing its purpose as a powerful testament to Jesus Christ's sovereignty and a source of comfort for us as believers. He goes verse-by-verse, encouraging us not to fear the book of Revelation, but instead be stirred to live in awe of Jesus. Andy also highlights the significance of the seven churches from Revelation 1 and the promise of Christ's ultimate reign.Mentioned in this episode:The Seven Churches of Revelation by Dr. David Jeremiah Letters to the Churches sermon series from Antioch Georgetown Church

In a reward for his most loyal evangelical supporters, Donald Trump has established a task force to end a ban on churches endorsing political candidates. But could his change backfire?

In the US, Donald Trump has welcomed an end to a ban on churches endorsing politicians. Are Australian conservative politicians overlooking an important link with multicultural communities? And the crises facing modern universities.

We've put together the ultimate list of 49 free tools churches are using right now. And here's the best part — these aren't just our picks. Every single tool comes directly from churches like yours, already putting them to work in real ministry.   ENTER 'The $11,988 Fall Kickoff Giveaway' HERE: https://prochur.ch/enter   ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 3:17 - Communication 9:05 - Project Management 11:58 - Creative Resources 17:25 - Audio 20:43 - Production 24:50 - *Free, Not Free* 28:30 - Most Popular Tools   IMPORTANT LINKS - The Church Smartphone Photography Masterclass: https://youtu.be/KaUPT9o4Lus - WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/ - Slack: https://slack.com/ - Invite Everyone: https://inviteeveryoneapp.com/ - Messenger: https://www.messenger.com/ - Asana: https://asana.com/ - Trello: https://trello.com/ - Notion: https://www.notion.com/ - Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/ - ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/ - Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/ - Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ - VSCO: https://www.vsco.co/ - YouTube Video Downloader: https://y2mate.com/ - 4K Video Downloader: https://www.4kdownload.com/ - Coolors.co: https://coolors.co/ - Motion Array: https://motionarray.com/ - Tally Forms: https://tally.so/ - Adobe Express: https://www.adobe.com/express/ - Noun Project: https://thenounproject.com/ - FontBase: https://fontba.se/ - Audacity: https://www.audacityteam.org/ - Loop Community: https://loopcommunity.com/ - Adobe Enhance Speech: https://podcast.adobe.com/enhance - MacWhisper: https://goodsnooze.gumroad.com/l/macwhisper - Otter.ai: https://otter.ai/ - Chrome Remote: https://remotedesktop.google.com/ - Bitfocus Companion: https://bitfocus.io/companion/ - PowerPoint: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/powerpoint - Keynote: https://www.apple.com/keynote/ - Presenter: https://www.worshiptools.com/en-us/presenter - Life.Church Open Network: https://open.life.church/ - Smash: https://fromsmash.com/ - Meta Business Suite: https://business.facebook.com/ - Google For Non-Profits: https://www.google.com/nonprofits/ - Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ - ImageOptim: https://imageoptim.com/ - OBS: https://obsproject.com/ - Freeshow: https://freeshow.app/ - CapCut: https://www.capcut.com/ - DaVinci Resolve: https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve - Canva: https://www.canva.com/   THE 167 NEWSLETTER

John Ortberg unpacks what the Gospel according to Jesus is, how Dallas Willard's theology informs us still today, why all of us should strive to be apprentices of Jesus, and why churches need to take the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous back. To learn more about the podcast or access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com.Resources Mentioned in the Episodebecomenew.com Steps by John OrtbergThe Divine Conspiracy by Dallas WillardThe Life You've Always Wanted by John OrtbergSoul Keeping by John OrtbergThe Spirit of the Disciplines by Dallas WillardRenovaré & Spiritual Formation resourcesRed Letter Living resourcesVoices of the LCMS YouTube VideosAre you following Jesus? Many want to be greater followers of Jesus but don't know how. We extensively studied everything Jesus commanded of us and located five key targets to which Jesus invited His followers. The five targets are Being, Forgiving, Serving, Giving, and Going.In partnership with LifeWay Research, we created a Red Letter Challenge Assessment that will measure you according to these five targets. And the best news of all: it's free! You will receive your results immediately and be presented with the next steps to help you become an even greater follower of Jesus.You can take the FREE Red Letter Challenge Assessment here. Spiritual growth isn't about willpower. It's about training with Jesus in everyday life. #JohnOrtberg #Discipleship #SpiritualGrowth #RedLetterChallenge #ZachZehnderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guests are DAVID GREEN and BILL HIGH, co-authors of the new book The Legacy Life. David and Bill have also written several other books together, including Leadership Not by the Book. David is the Founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, with over 1,000 stories and 50,000 employees nationwide. Bill is the founder of Legacy Stone and a speaker, author, generosity advisor, and family legacy trainer. We discuss legacy, living and leading for eternity, advice for families, the importance of mission and vision, leadership, and much more. Plus check out the list of top organizations and resources on generosity. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: CONVOY OF HOPE - visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy of Hope is helping victims of the Texas Floods with recovery and clean up. Please donate to help bring hope to those impacted at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods, LA fires, and still helping with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate. And REGENT BANK - connect with the team at https://www.regent.bank/.  Regent Bank is one of the fastest-growing financial institutions in the country, uniquely positioned as a faith-based bank with a clear purpose: “To show God's love to employees, clients, and communities.” Regent Bank stands out with both a dedicated prayer team and a specialized department focused exclusively on serving faith-based organizations, where all nonprofit clients are offered completely free banking services, along with highly competitive interest rates and access to specialized support across multiple financial areas. Find out more at http://regent.bank.

Tale of Two Churches | Tale of Two Churches | Pastor Bob Marvel by Cornwall Church

Churches often split over small stuff—what music we sing, what food we eat, what holidays we keep. Paul reminds us: the kingdom of God isn't about menus or methods—it's about righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. Join us this Sunday as we learn that our difference don't have to lead to division. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sunday School By Pastor Wayman Mitchell

In this episode, Thom and Sam dive into five compelling reasons churches should still prioritize reaching Baby Boomers. Despite cultural shifts, Boomers remain a vital part of many communities—and churches. They're often more open to spiritual conversations, have time and resources to invest in ministry, and bring deep life experience that can benefit younger generations. Boomers still matter, and your church can more effectively reach and disciple them. The post Five Reasons Churches Should Still Try to Reach Boomers appeared first on Church Answers.

Emily McGowin is an associate professor of theology at Wheaton College as well as a priest in the Anglican diocese of Churches for the Sake of Others. She is the author of three books: Quivering Families, Christmas, and Households of Faith. Today Emily comes on the show to talk about family: what it is, what Scripture says about it, and how family can be a blessing to our communities and our world. We dig into her newest book, Households of Faith: Practicing Familiy in the Kingdom of God, and From parenting as accompaniment to seeking justice, our conversation was a deep encouragement and blessing to me and I pray it will be one to you as well. Get full access to Keep Looking Up at courtneyellis.substack.com/subscribe

Legal settlements from manufacturers of PFAS are meant to fund cleanup efforts. But they're falling far short of the actual costs. Lutheran churches in Milwaukee are suing the Trump administration.  And, we hear from the only Wisconsin high school student drafted this year by a Major League Baseball team.

Every July, our team takes a step back to look at where we've been and where we're headed. This year, that meeting didn't quite go the way we expected. We realized something important; our growth and referrals were outpacing what our staff could realistically handle. That made us stop and ask: How can we invite more people to come alongside us in this work. That's where The Bridge comes in. It's a new software we're launching that makes it super simple to get connected. Think of it as a hub where real needs get posted, and you can jump in to help meet them. Churches, organizations, and social workers can share needs, and volunteers can step up. If you've ever thought, “I'd love to help, I just don't know how,” this is your chance. The Bridge is all about connecting people who want to serve with people who need support. We're really excited about this, and we'd love for you to join us.  Check out The Bridge by clicking the link below! Episode Highlights:  Introducing a New Software called The Bridge Bridging the Gap Between Those Who Want to Serve & Those in Need  Becoming a Part of the Bridge  Meeting Needs in Our Community Push vs. Pull Method  Posting an Offer on the Bridge   Find More on Hope Bridge: Learn More about the Bridge  Join The Bridge Here  Visit Our Website  Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Facebook  Foster Our Community Instagram  

While Thyatira was the smallest city of the 7 Churches they received the longest letter from Christ. In this sermon learn how it is not how you start, but how you finish, that matters to the Lord! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1388/29

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Dave Clayton | 09.07.25 | ethoschurch.org

Antioch Norman is a community church located in Norman, OK. We are a spiritual family with a global mission to make disciples, plant churches, and work for the peace and prosperity of our cities. As part of the Antioch Movement of Churches, we all share a passion for Jesus and His purposes in the earth.Website | https://www.antiochnorman.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/antiochnorman/1330 E Lindsey St Norman, OK 73071‎

Pastor Kevin Cawley brings greeting from Frontline Downtown, teaching on 1 John 1:1-4 and the call of churches to strive together in communion.

Speaker: Ben Peters

Referenced article: https://relevantmagazine.com/faith/5-uncomfortable-issues-church-needs-start-talking-about/Join Jon Rhoades and Dan Stribling on FCC Talk as they dive deep into uncomfortable subjects every church Christian needs to talk about more—addiction, sexuality, sincere doubt, mental illness, and loneliness. From AA meetings and therapy sessions avoiding church gossip on alcoholism and smoking, to loaded topics like premarital sex condemnation, sexual identity struggles, brokenness, frustration, sinful desires, and flawed marital expectations. Hear raw stories of pastors hiding sincere doubt despite apologetics and prayer, feeling hollow in worship songs while questioning God's goodness and ethically questionable Bible parts. We tackle mental illness stereotypes keeping struggles silent and unresolved, pushing beyond prayer-alone failures to encouraging environments with professional help, spiritual healing, and physical healing. Plus, uncover the isolation affecting lonely people, senior pastors, and priests—lacking open communication, vulnerability, honest fellowship beyond free coffee and donuts in the fellowship hall. Addressed with humility, understanding, and grace as fellow hospital patients, not museum curators. This eye-opening podcast episode is a must-listen for believers seeking safe spaces to share burdens and find they're not alone. Available now on your favorite podcast platforms and YouTube—subscribe, like, and comment your thoughts below! #ChurchStruggles #AddictionInChurch #SexualityAndFaith #ChristianDoubt #MentalHealthInChurch #OvercomingLoneliness #FCCTalk

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Recent tragedies have shattered that sense of security, forcing leaders to confront the hard truth that places of worship are not immune to violence. The Minneapolis shooting has accelerated conversations already underway—how can congregations safeguard against active shooter situations without sacrificing the openness and warmth that define them?

Reflection by Fr Stephen GadberryMusic by Robbie RiveraPodcast Credit Scripture references used with permission from the National Council of the Churches of Christ.  Text comes from: “New Revised Standard Version Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright 1989, 1993, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved."Support the show

Join Samantha in this heartfelt episode of the Stuttering Christian Podcast as she revisits the churches where she once served. Through personal stories and reflections, Samantha shares her journey of healing and growth, exploring the emotions and insights that come with returning to these sacred spaces. Discover how revisiting the past can lead to unexpected transformation and a renewed sense of purpose. Tune in for an inspiring narrative of faith, resilience, and community.Join Samantha Green in this heartfelt episode of the Stuttering Christian Podcast as she revisits the churches where she once served. Through personal stories and reflections, Samantha shares her journey of healing and growth, exploring the emotions and insights that come with returning to these sacred spaces. Discover how revisiting the past can lead to unexpected transformation and a renewed sense of purpose. Tune in for an inspiring narrative of faith, resilience, and community.

In Visions of the Divine (Sophia Institute Press), Catholic evangelist, author, and a top Wall Street executive STEPHEN F. AUTH, reunites the art of the Eucharist with the Eucharistic liturgy itself. Much splendid art adorns and magnificently beautifies Churches throughout the globe, a phenomenathat came under great stress during the Reformation, and especially under JOHN CALVIN. "Calvin, especially, was very much opposed to [Church art]," explains AUTH, in this interview with JOHN AIDAN BYRNE. To order Visions of theDivine: https://www.sojolk8trk.com/99LK8N/29X...Other Books by STEVE AUTH: Pilgrimage to the Museum: https://www.sojolk8trk.com/99LK8N/PHW...Missionary of Wall Street: https://www.sojolk8trk.com/99LK8N/51G...Indeed, much of this early Church art was separated from the context of the Mass for which it was created many centuries ago and is relegated now to museums sprinkled around the world. Along with his co-authors Evelyn Auth andMsgr. Roger Landry, Steve leads the reader on a worldwide pilgrimage to some of the most spectacular and moving artistic masterpieces created over the millennia to help clergy and laity alike penetrate more deeply into the Eucharistic mystery. Journeying to museums and churches in nearly twenty cities across the United States and Europe, the authors will guide you through the liturgy of the Mass in ways you may never have experienced. Whether you attend church out of obligation, for the sense of community you find there, or for the Eucharistic presence itself, Visions of the Divine will help you make these experiences richer, more vibrant, and more fulfilling. And if you've never attended a Roman Catholic Mass and are curious about what happens there, Visions will give you an experience guaranteed to leave you thirsting for more. Narrated in the author's simple, emotive style, Visions of the Divine presents you with dozens of colorful images of thought-provoking art that will immerse you in each element of the Mass at a deeper and more profound level, including: How the simple act of making the Sign of the Cross, which the average Catholic does eight times during the liturgy, can make you cry Quieting your mind to listen more actively to the Word of God and to imagine yourself in the moment as the Word is proclaimed and the author guides you through some of the Scriptures' most iconic messages Imagining the Apostles' Creed as it was carved and painted into one of Europe's most colorful Catholic churches. Meditating on a lasting image of eternity while the collection basket is passed — a practice that will forever change how you think about this relatively prosaic element of the liturgy Reliving the sacrifice and triumph of Christ on Calvary during the Eucharistic prayers through some of the greatest artistic masterpieces ever created. Following the path of biblical figures, such as Mary Magdalene, the prodigal son, and St. Paul himself, to freely receive Christ's healing mercy, forgiveness, peace, and love at Mass Experiencing the sacrament of Holy Communion for what it truly is — communion with God Himself. How to re-enter the world following the Mass with visual images in your head that will make you a more effective evangelist From Rembrandt, El Greco, and Van Gogh to Michelangelo, da Vinci, and Raphael; from Velaquez, Picasso, and Dali to lesser-known greats, such as Pontormo, Masaccio and Drolling, the array of breathtaking art in Visions of the Divine will enlighten your path to communion with God. You will witness our Father's love for you and be encouraged to let yourself be loved by Him within the Eucharistic mystery.

Financial uncertainty has become the defining challenge for many churches and nonprofit organizations across the United States. With declining attendance, shrinking donations, and rising costs, thousands of religious institutions are questioning their long-term viability. On a recent episode of the Nonprofit MBA Podcast, host Stephen Halasnik, co-founder of Financing Solutions, sat down with Loren Richmond Jr., a pastor, chaplain, and consultant with more than 15 years of experience advising ministries and nonprofits through crisis. Their conversation sheds light on why so many faith-based organizations are struggling—and what practical steps can keep them afloat.  

Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we share in a regular rhythm of worship and devotion together. CreditsOpening Prayerhttps://shorturl.at/JgEHpBible versePsalm 144:3 Thought for the dayRay BorrettBible PassagePsalm 144New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition. Copyright © 2021 National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.Prayer HandbookClick here to download itSupporting Walking the WayIf you want to support Walking the Way, please go to: https://ko-fi.com/S6S4WXLBBor you can subscribe to the channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walkingtheway/subscribeTo contact Ray: Please leave a comment or a review. I want to find out what people think and how we make it better.www.rayborrett.co.ukwalkingthewaypodcast@outlook.comwww.instagram.com/walkingtheway1@raybrrtt

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme of “Church” with a discussion about spiritual gifts with Dr. Sam Storms. Dr. Storms is the founder and president of Enjoying God Ministries and serves on the Council of the Gospel Coalition. He is also the Executive Director of the Convergence Church Network. He has also authored several books, including “Understanding Spiritual Gifts: A Comprehensive Guide.” We then had Karl Vaters join us to discuss the spiritual impact of smaller churches. Karl has served in a small church ministry for over 40 years and has gained hands-on pastoral experience. He also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Church Lobby: Conversations on Faith and Ministry. He has also written several books, including “Small Church Essentials.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Dr. Sam Storms Interview (Spiritual Gifts) [04:37 ] Karl Vaters (Small Churches Thrive) [25:45 ] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's a popular church tech or creative trend that drives you crazy? We asked that on Instagram and got hundreds of replies. Some overlapped, some were surprising, and a few were just plain weird. Today, we're breaking them all down.   ============================= Table of Contents: ============================= 0:00 - Intro 1:25 - No Vowels 4:26 - Fit Checks 8:50 - Design Icks 11:56 - Skit Reels 15:55 - Black Box 20:18 - Display Icks 24:05 - Copycat Syndrome 31:56 - Forrest Frank 33:26 - BONUS ROUND   THE 167 NEWSLETTER

Our guest is ANNIE F DOWNS, host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, one of the most popular and influential podcasts in the world. Annie is a best-selling author of multiple books, a frequent speaker, entrepreneur, co-founder of the That Sounds Fun Podcast Network, and an influencer in the faith space. We discuss building a team, current podcast trends, the power of wisdom, travel tips, tour life, and much more. Plus check out the weekly Top Leadership Links. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: CONVOY OF HOPE - visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy of Hope is helping victims of the Texas Floods with recovery and clean up. Please donate to help bring hope to those impacted at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is responding to the Texas Floods, LA fires, and still helping with devastation in the southeast US from Hurricane Helene and Milton, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate. And SUBSPLASH – engage your congregation through Subsplash. Schedule your free demo at http://subsplash.com/brad. Subsplash is the platform made to help maximize your church's giving, growth, and engagement. The go to for mobile apps, messaging, and streaming, along with building websites, groups, giving and more, Subsplash puts today's most innovative church technology into your hands so you can focus completely on ministry. Visit http://subsplash.com/brad and join more than 20,000 churches and ministries who partner with Subsplash. Again, visit http://subsplash.com/brad to schedule a quick, no obligation demo.

In this episode of the New Churches Podcast, host Jeff Medders is joined by Tony Merida, Vance Pitman, and J.D. Greear to kick off a new season exploring church planting through the book of Acts. The post Why Plant Churches? appeared first on New Churches.