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Welcome to episode 0017 of the FOUR12 Canada podcast.Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE We are excited to have Brett Ullman with us, sharing about his book Parenting: Navigating everything. Brett has been married for 23 years, has two kids and was a teacher with the Toronto District School Board for 10 years before moving into speaking full-time back in 2005. He travels North America speaking to teens, young adults, leaders, and parents on topics including parenting, mental health, men, sexuality, pornography, dating, and media.  Make sure you take a look at the link below to his website to see all he has to offer.Connect with BrettFACEBOOK | EMAIL | INSTAGRAMLinks from the PodcastBrett UllmanParenting: Navigating everything by Brett UllmanAlyson SchaferChurchPulse Weekly podcastHow to Raise an Adult by Julie Lythcott-HaimsParenting Styles Video PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSSomething FunPhotographyGardeningParenting Navigating Everything Highlights Heads up! It's not a normal bookCame out of a speaking talk; took three years to developWanted to help parents create great and rich relationships with their kidsOne resource for parenting Up Next -- Men: Navigating EverythingWorking on a book for menFocusing on physical, spiritual and mental healthHow do we be good husbands?Ways to ResearchPoll people onlineRead books that people suggestCheck out blogsProvide good practical help for people to implement in homes and familiesPractical Everyday FaithFaith should be in everythingYour worldview shapes your values -- and your values affect your actionsConnect parenting with practical takeaways"Our faith sustains us in the journey"Build an Authentic Relationship With Your ChildDo our kids think we only love them when they follow our rules?Are there conditions on how we love them?Orange curriculum; relational influenceRelationship is so importantWe gain authentic relationship when we show ongoing that we are for them, not against themAuthentic relationship takes time and hard workPut down your mouse or phone and look your kids in the eyes when they ask you somethingOverparentingWe do too much for our kidsWhen we over-function our kids under-functionWe need to prepare our kidsInstead of just telling them what to do, teach them the "why" behind itBe practical (e.g., let them make their own lunch or order for themselves at a restaurant)They need to learn how to talk to adultsPrepare Your KidsHow to deal with social mediaHow to deal with pornographyHow to deal with interpersonal relationshipsEquip them for this crazy worldThe Pressure to ConformChristians do life differentlyKary Oberbrunner: You can conform to the world or you can be a transformistIt's okay to say we do this differently in our familyDo what's best for your kidsDon't worry about conforming and looking at everyone elseConforming is usually status quo and that is usually mediocrity Slow ParentingCheck out author Carl HonoreTake time to sit and eat not rush throughTake a slower pace so we don't miss the day-to-day thingsFind things to do together and enjoy themSocial MediaFollow people you don't agree with to get a different perspectiveUse it to sharpen you and challenge your viewpointRefresh and RenewPivoting as we all try to figure this outWhat will the next few years look like?Online courses with all his talks and resourcesLet's do something every day in this season for the mind, body and soulAcknowledge everything good that happensDon't miss the special momentsListen Think About ThisBe very open to doing things differentlyWhat we do has to be strategicWe need to equip our kids and our parentsReach Out to Our CommunityTry new ways to reach out and connect as parents and leadersAsk YouTubers to edit videosBackpacks for schoolsFood banksProvide a place to be seen and listened toPeople desperately need help with mental health and ways to connect right now2 Corinthians 4:16 "Therefore we don't lose heart..."Thanks for listening!  We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving and we don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. And you can help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time!Subscribe: iTUNES | SPOTIFY | GOOGLEUp Next Season 2 Episode 0018 : Steve Lensink on Practically Preparing, Leading Creatives and Making Donuts

Welcome to Episode 13 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast.Listen and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.We are excited to have Dave Lane as our last guest for season 1. Dave is the Pastor of Youth and Family at Temple Baptist Church in Sarnia. In this episode, we chat about grace-based parenting and how what you do at home equips you for ministry.Connect with DaveFACEBOOK | EMAIL | INSTAGRAMLinks from the PodcastThe Fidgets Recommended ReadingGrace Based Parenting by Tim KimmelSo the Next Generation Will Know: Preparing Young Christians for a Challenging World by Sean McDowell & J. Warner WallaceLead Your Family Like Jesus: Powerful Parenting Principles from the Creator of Families by Ken Blanchard, Tricia Goyer & Phil HodgesRethinking Sexuality: God's Design and Why It Matters by Juli SlatteryMessy Grace: How a Pastor with Gay Parents Learned to Love Others Without Sacrificing Conviction by Caleb Kaltenback PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSGrace-Based ParentingWhat you do at home is always reflected in how you ministerPaul calls church leaders to look after their familiesCreate Godly kidsFocus on the heart instead of the behaviourGrace helps us maintain the balance between 2 extremes in parenting:Legalism rules without relationship, and leads to rebellionLicense relationship without rules leads to resentment"Truth is a clear light that illuminates our children's way through the dark and shadowy corridors of youth.""Grace is the heart commitment to keep that light shining brightly no matter what."How to Create an Environment of GraceFreedom to be different: Define what different is; allow them to be different from your preferences; don't get caught up in the externals; focus on the heart; value what they do against scriptureFreedom to be vulnerable: Help them find the balance between facts and feelingsFreedom to be candid: Candour is honesty dipped in honour; let them be honest in an honourable wayFreedom to make mistakes: We all make mistakes; we need to allow our kids to deal with the consequences and learn to make good choices What Changes Your LifeBooks you readPeople you meetPlaces you go; experiences"Reflect truth and be the light no matter what."What Motivates You to Keep Going Right NowGod's word: know it, declare it and walk itKnow God is still in controlRely on GodYour Community Right NowIs your family and your kidsPractise grace with them nowFocus on your family What Will Church Look LikeDeal with the fearRebuildFocus on love and grace One Thing to Remember!Ministry looks so different right now; many of us don't know what to do or how to do itDo what you can; let God do what only He can doCOVID-19 caught us off guard, but it did not take God off guard; planned events are on our calendars, whereas unseen events are on HisFeeding of the 5000: We need to step out and be faithful; God will always show upTake that step! Don't miss out on what God is doing! Thanks for listening!  We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving and we don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. And you can help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 2 

Welcome to Episode 12 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen to the podcast and access the show notes here or search for the FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free. We are so excited to share this Volunteer Spotlight episode with you! Meet Tanya SprathoffTanya has been serving in the Production Ministry at Faith Baptist Church for the past 5 years as a service director. She also coordinates the Prayer Team and leads a small group. Tanya loves dark chocolate (at least 85%) and Lung Ching green tea.  She loves travelling in general and thinks Canada is filled with amazing places to visit. She part-time homeschools and is a taxi service for two teenagers. During the growing season, her passion is her 30'x50' veggie garden! Links from the PodcastRight Now Media PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSBest Practices for Scheduling VolunteersLook ahead!Encourage everyone to block off times they are not availableMake sure all volunteers have an opportunity to say noLet them know they are accountable and responsible to find a replacement should they not be able to make itTips for Planning CentreProvides a big picture view; shows who is serving whereLook at previous plansPair families together (youth with parents or spouses serving together)Send notifications easily and specifically for each weekUse reminder emails and text notificationsWhat EquipsRemember everything is for JesusKnowing that online is a safe place for those who may not come into a church; creating an online environment is very important Look for ways to reach people who we normally wouldn't have access to on a Sunday-to-Sunday basisThings to AppreciateProduction team arrives very early to get things set upThey are thinking of ways to reach people outside of the church and create an online environmentEncouragement for ListenersWhat a wonderful opportunity to draw closer to God and prioritize what is important in our livesRead His wordWatch videosGet on fire for God!"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen" Ephesians 3:20-21 (NIV) Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 13: Dave Lane on What You Do at Home Equips You for Ministry, Defining What Different is and Grace And Rebuilding

Welcome to Episode 11 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen to the podcast and access the show notes here or search for the FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.We are so excited to share this conversation with Colin Ray. For the last 10 years, he has been the Production Manager at Muskoka Woods. We had the privilege of having Colin as our production guru at the FOUR12 Canada Conference in 2019.Connect with Colin EMAIL | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Links from the PodcastFuller LightsChurch on the Move blogDownload Youth MinistryPODCAST HIGHLIGHTS"Find your passions!"  Create an Environment to Let God SpeakConnect with speakers and understand what they wantBuild relationshipsPartner with what they are doingA Ministry of WhyTrain by building relationshipsTalk about the why and hold regular team meetingsDo mock showsPractiseHow to Move to OnlineAsk what should be live and what can be prerecordedAsk how we can engage and interact online and still get out important informationThis time has given people in production an opportunity to be creativeCreate an ExperienceGain inspiration from seeing people engage and come to GodCreate space for God to work Break the MoldTry new thingsWhat can church be?What can worship be? "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)Encouragement for ListenersFollow your passion and use it to drive the skills God gave youDon't be afraid to ask for help; reach out and network with peopleUse what you learn from your challenging moments Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 12: Volunteer Spotlight on Serving in Production with Tanya Sprathoff

 Welcome to Episode 10 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen to the podcast and access the show notes here or search for the FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.We are so excited to share this conversation with Dom Ruso about where we are as the Church and what moving forward may look like! Dom is the Lead Church Planter of the180. He is a gifted speaker and we were blessed to have him as our main speaker at the FOUR12 Canada Conference in 2019.  Connect with Dom EMAIL | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Links from the PodcastNew Waters PodcastWill We Let the Wrong People Re-Imagine Church? Recommended ReadingTechnopoly: The Surrender of Culture to Technology by Neil Postman PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS "Although we all get a microphone, not everybody's microphone is at the same level."   How Do We Approach Culture? (Leadership and Culture)The Church needs to think about ways to intersect with cultureHow do we listen well again?Not Moving Forward YetSome days the best thing to do is not move forwardRe-evaluate when the storm is over, not in the middle of itWe have to rebuild but let's realize we don't know what that means yetInstead, work on your interior character so we can rebuild with wisdomUnique Ways to Serve and EncourageVirtual prayer with othersNew ways to connect virtuallyWelcome videosJesus Has Gone Ahead of YouThose who have said yes to Jesus are following a Saviour who is always ahead of usHe already knows what's coming nextThe Person who is carrying us and drawing us forward is someone who loves us and is a good God Try New ThingsTry one new discipline to help you stay healthy and grow in your relationship with GodTrying new things keeps us creativeThings to Encourage Those ListeningTrust God in the season of waitingPray virtually with othersBe intentional with family timeThanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 11: Colin Ray on Following Your Passions to Drive the Skills God has Given You, A Ministry of Why, and Using This Time as an Opportunity to be Productive

 Welcome to Episode 9 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastNOTE: This episode was recorded earlier this year.Listen to the podcast and access the show notes here or search for the FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.We are so excited to share this conversation with Joanna la Fleur! She is a creative communicator from Toronto, Canada. Kim had the privilege of meeting her at Faith Baptist Church at a training event for our hosting teams in February. Joanna has a podcast and she is on the Christian talk show "See Hear Love". She served at Sanctus Church, then stepped into her current role to help others. For 15 years, Joanna has helped churches become the best possible communicators sharing the most important message in the world.  Connect with Joanna WEBSITE | PODCAST | INSTAGRAM Links from the PodcastFluid ConferenceCanadian Church Leaders ConferenceOur Common Calling Recommended ReadingLife of the Beloved: Spiritual Living in a Secular World by Henri J. M. NouwenCreativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration by Ed CatmullLeading on Empty: Refilling Your Tank and Renewing Your Passion by Wayne CordeiroBetter Together: How Women and Men Can Heal the Divide and Work Together to Transform the Future by Danielle StricklandGod Has a Name by John Mark Comer PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSThings Have Changed in Church CommunicationWe used to call people weekly on the phoneNow we can learn on the goCommunicate in the digital world because that's where people are nowFinding Yourself in VolunteeringVolunteering is a place to find yourself and understand what you are good at and not good at, learning your strengths and weaknessesBalance volunteering and everything else in lifeBe committedEffective Ways to Encourage VolunteersUse food as a way to bring people together and remind them why we are hereLook people in the eye and thank them like you mean it!Show sincere gratitudeSend thank-you cards"Most people are serving because they want to, not for a gift card."Developing a Social Media TeamThis is a primary way to communicate with people nowPick one platform and do it well before trying to do them allMake a realistic plan (e.g., start with Facebook and or Instagram, depending on the demographics of your church)To develop a team, ask, "Who already does this well? Who's active on the social media platforms we want to use? Are they trustworthy? Can they write interesting things...and put a proper sentence together?"Talk to people in person and let them know they do a great job, so this team might be a good fit for themThis is a great way for the church to use people's different skills and interestsConsider getting your name on all the platforms so that if you want to use it in the future you have the handle"As a church, we want to talk to people where they are"Practical Ways to Get StartedPlan out posts in advance (e.g., use a spreadsheet)Write out what you want to say on each post and check to make sure it matches the voice of the churchBuild a Google photo drive to share pics that could be postedGet a leader to provide some direction on the church's valuesKeep a consistent voice regardless of who is postingPractical Ways to Encourage Those Around YouIf you see something that was great, say something! Get in touch and encourage them right awayThanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 10: Dom Ruso on Leadership and Culture and How that Impacts the Church, Not Moving Forward Yet but Instead Cultivate Interior Character and Trust God in the Season of Waiting

Welcome to Episode 8 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast* NOTE: This episode was recorded earlier this year. *Listen to the podcast and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.Jeff Austen is the Adult Ministries Pastor at Creekside Church in the Waterloo region. We had a great conversation about allowing God to build into you and how a church is only as healthy as the quality of its volunteers. Although this episode was recorded earlier this year, Jeff shared plenty of resources and ideas that you could use at such a time as this.Connect with Jeff WEBSITE | EMAIL | INSTAGRAM Links from the PodcastLifeGroupLeaders.care:group ConferenceThe Global Leadership Summit Clay Scroggins on Carey Nieuwhof's Leadership PodcastRecommended ResourcesLifeGroup Leader Job DescriptionRecommended ReadingCultural Apologetics: Renewing the Christian Voice, Conscience, and Imagination in a Disenchanted World by Paul M. GouldPlanning Small Groups with Purpose: A Field-Tested Guide to Design and Grow Your Ministry by Steve GladenLeading Life-Changing Small Groups by Bill Donahue PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSAdult Ministries and Small GroupsAdult Ministries includes everything for adults outside of Sunday morningsCreekside's Life Groups (small groups) bring together around 10 people who are growing in their walk with GodBig on VolunteersA church is only as healthy as the quality of its volunteersBuild into and support them so they can be successful in their rolesAn overall value for Creekside is to be in a group and on a teamShare vision and show appreciation continually A few times a year, look for people to step up and lead a groupCoaches TeamCome alongside group leadersPray with and listen to themProvide resourcesRemind leaders that they're not aloneProvide ongoing encouragementWhy Join a Group?As a church, clearly communicate the value and expectation of joining a small groupGod created us for relationships; we flourish in communityAct of WorshipWhat you do is so important and vitalWe are created by God to serveRomans 12:1-2 "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." (NIV)Moving ForwardAllow God to build into you by attending conferences, reading, listening to podcasts, etc.Take time to get refuelled, stay encouraged and get connectedGod loves you and accepts you as you are not because of what you doThanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 9: Joanna La Fleur on Church Communications, Helpful Tips for a Volunteer Social Media Team, and Practical Ways to Encourage Each Other as We Serve

Welcome to Episode 7 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen to and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.Brooke Nicholls is a Canadian worship leader and songwriter. She lives in Toronto and is married to her guitar player, Steve. She is nominated for a Juno and serves as a worship leader at Sanctus. We had a fantastic conversation about leading from a place of love and how small things can have a lasting impact on encouraging those you serve with. I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did! Connect with Brooke WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM LinksCarey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastWorship Together PodcastHillsong Creative PodcastRecommended ReadingThe Air I Breathe: Worship as a Way of Life by Louie GiglioHow to Worship a King: Prepare Your Heart. Prepare Your World. Prepare The Way by Zach NeesePODCAST HIGHLIGHTSKnow your teamGet to know each member as a personGather as a whole team Better togetherDifficult seasons will happen; obedience and encouragement are importantSomeone walking alongside you helpsDon't underestimate the power of encouragement!Small acts of encouragement can be significant Input = outputCheck out conferences in your areaLearn from new perspectives and refresh what you already knowPut in the work to improveRemember why we're doing what we're doingListen to podcastsRead books Things Brooke has learned along the wayLead from a place of loveRelationships always trump numbersBe gracious; remember we are all peopleIt's all for the kingdomEmpower people and be there for them Showing loveBig teams are not an excuse not to show loveSend simple texts and direct messages to encourage volunteersLet them know you are praying for themEmail to touch base and find out ways you can pray for themTell volunteersWhat you're doing matters so much! You are playing a part in the kingdomYou are so valuableYour church needs youThe Lord sees the work you are doingGalatians 6:9 "Let us not become weary of doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." (NIV)RememberEncourage your volunteers and acknowledge the time they have given up to serveLet them know you see them and you careEncouragement and positive affirmation can make a world of difference! Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time!  Up Next Season 1 Episode 8: Jeff Austen onContinually Allowing God to Build Into Youand as a Church You Are Onlyas Healthy as the Quality of Your Volunteers 

Welcome to Episode 6 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen to and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.Misty Phillips is an Orange Specialist serving churches in Canada, specifically working with kids. We had a fantastic conversation on Family Ministry and why strategy matters, how to partner with parents, and fun ways to surprise and delight volunteers. Misty uses her first-hand experience with the Orange curriculum to help churches unpack it in their ministry context.  Connect with Misty WEBSITE | EMAIL | INSTAGRAM LinksParent Cue Podcastgetorangefree.comRecommended ReadingThink Orange: Imagine the Impact When Church and Family Collide by Reggie JoinerA New Kind of Leader: What You Believe Can Open a Door for a Kid or Teenager's Future by Reggie JoinerPODCAST HIGHLIGHTSStrategy vs. MissionMission: Here's what we want to see happenStrategy: Here's how we're going to get thereHow to unpack faith is part of your strategyMake faith relatable and practical at each phase Family Ministry and Where to StartRecognize the unique milestones and timelines that children go throughFamily Ministry should be crib to collegeHow can we partner with parents and help them create a rhythm at home?What do we want children to become as they grow in the Lord?3 Dials We Turn to Make Faith Relatable at Each PhasePreschool: Wonder at the God-filled world they live inElementary: Discovery and making wise choices in relationshipsHigh School: Learning that they are the church and they are gifted How to Partner with ParentsIt's much more than just a handout about what children learnedAim to partner with parents, because they will always trump the influence of the churchRecognize that parents have 3,000 hours in a year at home vs. the church with about 40 hours Think StrategicallyWhat's the best way to connect with families in your area?Provide tools on their devices (e.g., Parent Cue app)Look at the horizon so you don't get stuck as leadersBe willing to engage in culture (e.g., check out what kids are watching on YouTube)Make sure everyone plays well and prays togetherTell VolunteersWhat you do matters!We can't do it without youYou add so much value with the amazing gifts and talents you have to offerLeader TipsYou can't over-value or over-appreciate a volunteerFind fun ways to encourage (e.g., randomly show up where they're serving and surprise them with something fun)Keep your volunteers guessing about how you are going to appreciate them Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time!  Up Next Season 1 Episode 7: Brooke Nicholls on How to Lead From a Place of Love and How SmallThings Can Have a Lasting Impact in EncouragingThose That You are Serving With 

Welcome to Episode 4 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen to and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.Chris is the Executive Pastor of Sites and Services at Sanctus Church.  On staff for 5 years and in his role now spends his time overseeing everything multisite strategy and philosophy and how that plays out in a day to day reality.In this episode, we chat about how to lead with heart and hand, the uniqueness of his role at Sanctus and how to celebrate the character on your team. Connect with Chris WEBSITE | EMAIL | INSTAGRAMLinks from the Podcast Worship Team Bible StudySanctus ChurchQuote on Character "There is no cramming for a test of character. It always comes as a pop quiz." - Andy Stanley  PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSWhat do I bring on a Sunday?How has God wired me?Know that the best thing I bring is who I am, not my abilities Celebrate who people are, not what they doLet them know you care about them as a personRole is not just as a musician, but as a personBuild a foundation by having a character conversation right at the audition Ask how do they use their spiritual gifts?  PrayColossians 3 churchJohn 4 worshipPsalm 78 leaders vs 72; upright heart and skillful hand Ways to celebrate characterHeartsy Awards are a fun way to celebrate good character Just start!If you’re thinking about writing songs, just get started and commit to itIt may take 100 songs before you get a good one but don’t give up! Shared ownershipBe clear in where you are headed and what a win looks likeServe your team so they have everything they need to succeedWork at catching people winningRemember to have fun Thanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time!  Up Next Season 1 Episode 5: Jeremy Best on the Anatomyof a Wave, Using Your Gifts and Passions to Meet Kids Where They Are at, and Thinking Long-Term Maximizes Your Impact 

Welcome to Episode 3 of the FOUR12 Canada PodcastListen and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.Rich Birch is the founder of unSeminary and we are excited to have him on this episode. Rich has a wealth of knowledge and we can't wait for you to hear him chat about setting up volunteers to succeed, the importance of communication and great ideas for thanking volunteers!Connect with Rich UNSEMINARY | EMAIL | INSTAGRAM Links from the Podcast unSeminary Podcast Recommended ReadingThe Volunteer Project: Stop Recruiting Start Retaining by Darren Kizer, Christine Kreisher and Steph Whitacre Church Growth Flywheel: 5 Practical Systems to Drive Growth at Your Church by Rich Birch PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSChanging the Way You Do MinistryAsk questions and find out what other churches and leaders doConsider how you could reach more people so they come to know Jesus Moving People ForwardEmbrace change; leaders should be moving people to somewhere newVolunteers push a ministry forwardLook at how this experience will benefit the people we lead and explain why it’s so importantBe aware that we underestimate the time it takes to get things done; stick to it because change takes more than one seasonConsistent effort in the same direction over time yields amazing resultsGetting Volunteers to Stick and StayRemember to communicate and encourageCreate a volunteer care team run by volunteersProvide coffee, breakfast and/or lunchSurprise and delight peopleOffer food or drinks on occasions when they’ll be serving for a long timeThank volunteers regularlyUnderstand their love language; not everyone feels appreciated by a thank-you card, so consider what works best for them Be creative: think outside the box and create a story or memoryFinding New OpportunitiesRecognize that volunteers can serve not just on Sundays but throughout the weekFind ways that people who aren’t available on Sundays can serve at other timesLook at new opportunities to serve (e.g., digital media that drives people to the church’s website or database management that keeps people from slipping through the cracks)Creating a Healthy Team AtmosphereFind out what volunteers are looking for (e.g., building or strengthening relationships)Make serving experiences more relationalProvide information and structure that sets people up to succeed (e.g., what to wear, where to park, time to arrive, basic training)Have co-leaders: one to be relational and one to be structuralThanks for listening! We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving. We don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast! The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 4: Chris VacherLeading with Heart and Hand, the Uniqueness of His Role at Sanctus and How to Celebrate Character on Your Team

Welcome to Episode 2 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast.Listen and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for freeWe are excited to have Shawna Lester. Shawna is the Director of Family Ministry/Interim Midland Campus Pastor at Connexus.  She is going to share with us some amazing tips on serving weekly, keeping healthy and crazy fun things to try. Connect with ShawnaFACEBOOK | EMAIL | INSTAGRAM PODCAST HIGHLIGHTSStart with Small Steps to change the cultureGather a few to get on board and have them help others to catch the visionDevelop weekly roles and roles for those that can’t,Help them find the best role that fits themTry 8 to 10 weeks to start for Elementary and younger, middle school and highschool is a longer commitmentAttend one and serve one Coaches - build up some coaches that will build up your team and check to see how everyone is doing. How much is too much, ways to stay healthyWatch for disengagement, passion and enjoyment lacking or dwindledArriving lateAs the leader make sure you check inNotice how often people are serving and where How to implement crazy fun ideas1st Filter through the mission of your church and ministryIn Children’s ministry:Does this help small group leaders win?Does this help families win?Does this help new people attending?Adults or whole church:Make sure it’s reasonable and executablePractical for the spaceThink outside the boxConsider the barriers and ways to work around them Ways to Encourage VolunteersCelebrate major holidaysSend thank you cardsCandyBreakfast?! Or treatsGood coffeeMake sure you remove barriers to servingProvide a space for the kids of those that are servingInvest in them as people Connecting with familiesRealize you can’t meet them all at once every week, plan to meet one family a weekSend out Birthday cardsCalling and talking to parentsAsk about up coming events Share the wins!!Share with others that are servingShare with the familiesCelebrate the wins! One Thing to Remember! Every person has a Place!Thanks for listening!  We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving and we don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. And you can help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 3: Rich Birch Importance of Communication, Great Ideas to Encourage Volunteers and How to Set Up Your Team to Succeed

Welcome to Episode 1 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast.Listen and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.We are excited to have Dave Lane as our first guest.  Dave is Pastor of Youth and Family at Temple Baptist Church in Sarnia. In this episode, he shares some valuable and practical ways to reach young people, based on his 30 years of youth ministry experience. Connect with DaveFACEBOOK | EMAIL | INSTAGRAMLinks from the PodcastSonlife's disciple-making training takes you back to the model - Jesus Himself - so you can do what He didRemix Conference is a week-long interactive and hands-on urban mission experience designed to equip, train and inspire young leaders to 'center their lives within the mission and message of Jesus'. Student Leadership University teaches each student practical and relational life skills to change the way they think, dream and lead at the feet of Jesus. Recommended Readingan Unhurried Leader: The Lasting Fruit of Daily Influence by Alan Fadling PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS 3 Basic NeedsGod made us with 3 basic needs:Secure loveSignificant purposeStrong hope Listen MoreJames 1:19 urges us to “be quick to listen”. We should listen twice as much as we speak! Show Teens They’re WorthwhileSpend time with students to show them they’re significantTell them we believe in them because they need to hear itBe real and authentic with themEarn the right to speak truth to themProvide strong hope and make sure they’re anchored to something strong Help Youth Recognize God-Given Abilities and Experience GodEncourage them to serve in their church and communityGo on family missions tripsLead by example; push them by leading them  5 Step Process to Lead Young PeopleI do, you watchI do, you helpYou do, I helpYou do, I watchYou do it yourself Use Your InfluenceWhat we do has more of an impact than what we say“Be prepared to give an answer” (1 Peter 3:15) Connect with “Checked Out” YouthHave a non-judgemental conversation with someone who’s walking awayLead by your own exampleLove themPRAY! One Thing to Remember!Prioritize people over programs: programs are designed as a way to reach peopleThanks for listening!  We hope this episode has equipped you for greater influence through serving and we don’t want you to miss a single episode so if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. And you can help us reach more people by writing a review for the podcast on the Apple podcast app and other podcast apps that you use. The FOUR12 Canada podcast is a ministry of Faith Baptist Church in Huntsville Ontario. Explore everything FOUR12 Canada at four12.ca. Thanks for spending some time with us. See you next time! Up Next Season 1 Episode 2: Shawna LesterServing Weekly, Staying Healthy and Crazy Fun Ideas

With a successful practice in Huntsville Ontario, Dr. Knappett shares about his experience going straight into naturopathic medicine. Listen in to discover the best way to reduce stress and let your body heal the natural way. Learn more about Bryan Knappett, B.Sc., N.D.: http://restoringhealth.ca/home/ Learn more about ICIM: www.ICIMed.com

Blayne Tyler is a native Canadian, born near Huntsville Ontario and is a commercial estimator by trade. His hobbies include hockey and fixing stuff. Blayne has had a life long interest in Sasquatch. His first encounter was at age 11 while he was at Algonquin Park. His second encounter was at Lake Alberta in the fall of 91 or 92. He started seriously squatching because no one was getting any clear footage since the Freeman footage and he knew where to find them. Over coming the fear factor took some time but he is now self-taught in his own research techniques, stating that the old ways of the 70’s just don’t work.

Episode 119 ~ May 24, 2018 Podcast Info / Topics We talk about ticks and the diseases they transmit, but how long does Lyme disease stay in our blood system? Turtles of Ontario are in trouble and so is the Solace Wildlands The Muskoka River X Racing Series out of Huntsville Ontario has added a […]

Episode 119 ~ May 24, 2018 Podcast Info / Topics We talk about ticks and the diseases they transmit, but how long does Lyme disease stay in our blood system? Turtles of Ontario are in trouble and so is the Solace Wildlands The Muskoka River X Racing Series out of Huntsville Ontario has added a […]

Fun litte set in Huntsville Ontario with Ryan, Vince and GastonDownload