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Church Leadership Lab

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3 days ago

In this episode, we sit down with Joanna la Fleur, podcaster, TV host, and executive director of Word Made Digital. We explore how churches can tell better stories with limited resources and make the Good News compelling in the digital age. In this conversation, we discuss: • Storytelling that fits church budgets • Authentic content for younger generations • Proven digital tools and practical tips • Collecting and sharing impactful church stories • Measuring success in local church outreach J...

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In this episode, we sit down with Joanna la Fleur, podcaster, TV host, and executive director of Word Made Digital. We explore how churches can tell better stories with limited resources and make the Good News compelling in the digital age. In this conversation, we discuss: • Storytelling that fits church budgets • Authentic content for younger generations • Proven digital tools and practical tips • Collecting and sharing impactful church stories • Measuring success in local church outreach J...

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Church Leadership Lab

Ep. 147 | Joanna la Fleur: How Churches Can Tell Better Stories with Limited Resources

In this episode, we sit down with Joanna la Fleur, podcaster, TV host, and executive director of Word Made Digital. We explore how churches can tell better stories with limited resources and make the Good News compelling in the digital age. In this conversation, we discuss: • Storytelling that fits church budgets • Authentic content for younger generations • Proven digital tools and practical tips • Collecting and sharing impactful church stories • Measuring success in local church outreach J...

3 days ago

46 minutes

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Ep. 146 | Preston Hocker: How Churches Can Prioritize Safety While Staying Inviting

In this episode, we sit down with Preston Hocker, a pastor of 20+ years and experienced protection specialist. We explore how churches can prioritize safety while maintaining a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. In this conversation, we discuss: • Building a safety-minded church culture • Practical steps for church security teams • Best practices for creating safe environments • Technology for kids ministry safety • Training staff and volunteers effectively Join us as we dive into How Churche...

1 week ago

52 minutes

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Ep. 145 | Kendall Conner & Jessica Moore: How Ministries Can Inspire Generosity On Giving Tuesday

In this episode, hosts Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore explore practical ways that churches can inspire generosity and make the most of Giving Tuesday for their year-end campaigns. In this conversation, we discuss: • What Giving Tuesday means for churches • Leveraging stories of impact to inspire giving • Effective church communications for generosity • Utilizing digital giving tools and platforms • Thanking and engaging givers for future generosity Join us as we dive into How Ministries Ca...

2 weeks ago

35 minutes

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Ep. 144 | Stephanie Lippi: How Churches Can Support Volunteers to Help Them Succeed

In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Lippi, writer, speaker, and conference director at Church Facilities Conference & Expo (CFX). We explore how churches and ministry leaders can empower and provide care to volunteers to help them thrive in their roles. In this conversation, we discuss: • The heart behind volunteering in ministry • Keys to making volunteers feel seen and valued • Building healthy communication with volunteer teams • Creating relational and operational volunteer cu...

3 weeks ago

52 minutes

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Ep. 143 | Darcy Danson: Cultivating Clarity and Creativity in Your Church through Visual Design

In this episode, we sit down with Darcy Danson, creative team lead at Ministry Brands and a seasoned designer who blends creativity with purpose. We explore how visual design can bring clarity and creativity to your church’s communication and identity. In this conversation, we discuss: • Why visuals matter in church ministry • Building a consistent church brand • The power of color, fonts, and style guides • Empowering creative teams and volunteers • Tools and resources for church desig...

1 month ago

41 minutes

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Ep. 142 | Laura Howe: How Church Leaders Can Prioritize Mental Health in Their Ministry

In this episode, we sit down with Laura Howe, founder of Hope Made Strong, mental health clinician, and host of the Care Ministry podcast. We explore how church leaders can prioritize their own mental health while creating caring, resilient church cultures. In this conversation, we discuss: • Recognizing compassion fatigue and burnout • Setting healthy boundaries in ministry • Building care teams and support systems • Creating a safe culture for mental health • Empowering peer support within ...

1 month ago

52 minutes

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Ep. 141 | Healthy Church Summit Recap: Planning A Memorable Christmas Service

In this episode, we recap our recent Healthy Church Summit and some of the key takeaways we learned about planning an impactful Christmas service. We share 5 practical tips that will help guide your ministry to make your upcoming holiday season your best yet. In this conversation, we discuss: • The importance of prayer in planning • Building the right creative planning team • Choosing creative spaces for brainstorming • Incorporating classic carols and music • Crafting messages with clear ne...

1 month ago

37 minutes

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Ep. 140 | Healthy Church Summit Recap: Cut the Chaos from Holiday Church Communications

In this episode, we recap our recent Healthy Church Summit and some of the key takeaways we learned about holiday communications. We share 5 practical tips that will help to communicate things clearly about your ministry's Christmas and end-of-year plans. In this conversation, we discuss: • Planning ahead for seasonal communications • Leading with “why” instead of just details • Centralizing church event information • Prioritizing the most impactful promotions • Equipping your congregation fo...

1 month ago

29 minutes

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Ep. 139 | Corinne Noble: Leading with Creativity and Confidence in Your Kids Ministry

In this episode, we sit down with Corinne Noble – kids pastor, author, coach, and founder of Kid Min Corinne Ministries. We explore how kids and family ministry leaders can amplify their creativity and confidence as they invest in the next generation each week. In this conversation, we discuss: • Sparking creativity with limited resources • Building confidence as a kids ministry leader • Engaging families in discipleship at home • Overcoming volunteer shortages and challenges • Prioritizing r...

2 months ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 138 | Wes Herms: Easing the Burden of Church Financial Tasks with Smarter Systems

In this episode, we sit down with Wes Herms, Senior Channel Manager at AvidXchange with over five years of experience helping organizations streamline their accounts payable through automation. We explore how churches can lighten the load of financial tasks by implementing smart systems and automation tools. In this conversation, we discuss: • Digitizing and automating accounts payable processes. • Reducing risk and increasing financial security. • Saving time with remote approvals and workfl...

2 months ago

39 minutes

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Ep. 137 | Nils Smith: How Ministry Leaders Can Create Spiritual Impact on Social Media

In this episode, we sit down with Nils Smith, social media strategist and digital marketing expert who helps churches, nonprofits, and businesses maximize technology for their mission. We explore how ministry leaders can create authentic spiritual impact and meaningful community through effective use of social media. In this conversation, we discuss: The purpose behind ministry social media useMoving beyond announcements to real engagementEmpowering volunteers for digital ministry rolesRespon...

2 months ago

56 minutes

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Ep. 136 | Josh Denhart: A Framework To Reach Your Community For Christ

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Denhart, founder of LeadMinistry.com, author, speaker, and former children's pastor. We explore a practical framework for reaching your community for Christ, offering wisdom and actionable steps for church leaders. In this conversation, we discuss: The deeper purpose behind community outreachDangers of inward-focused churchesThe "good works, goodwill, good news" frameworkEarning the right to be heardReal-life outreach examples and storiesJoin us as we di...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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Ep. 135 | Tyler Harden: How to Clarify Your Church’s Identity and Mission

In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Harden, church growth consultant and co-founder of Firm Foundations Marketing. We unpack practical strategies for clarifying your church’s identity and mission to foster growth and unity. In this conversation, we discuss: Communicating your church’s identity clearlyCommon challenges in defining mission and visionEngaging leadership in the identity processDifferentiating mission from methods in ministryReaching the right people in your communityMaking yo...

2 months ago

50 minutes

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Ep. 134 | Kendall Conner & Jessica Moore: How to Get the Most Out of Your ChMS

In this episode, Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore explore practical ways churches can maximize their church management software (ChMS) to strengthen ministry and streamline operations. In this conversation, we discuss: Creating a complete church directoryOrganizing groups for connectionSending mass communicationsAutomating follow-up interactionsRecording attendance for careLeveraging dashboards for insightsJoin us as we dive into How to Get the Most Out of Your ChMS with Kendall Conner and Je...

3 months ago

55 minutes

Church Leadership Lab

Ep. 133 | Cody Patterson: Tech & Media Tips to Help Your Church Do More With Less

In this episode, we sit down with Cody Patterson, Production Pastor at Life Fellowship Church. Previously a marketing leader at MxU and Renewed Vision, Cody now consults with churches to help them thrive through practical, creative solutions. We explore smart tech and media tips to help churches do more with less, no matter their size or resources. In this conversation, we discuss: Building and empowering volunteer tech teamsOvercoming budget and equipment limitationsCreative DIY solutions fo...

3 months ago

47 minutes

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Ep. 132 | Jack Whitis & Mark Stuart: Amplifying Your Church's Creative Storytelling With Music

In this episode, we sit down with Jack Whitis, CEO of WavMaker and seasoned technology and engineering leader, and Mark Stuart, co-founder of WavMaker, Grammy-winning former lead vocalist of Audio Adrenaline, and philanthropist. We explore how churches can amplify their creative storytelling and connect with their communities more effectively through music. In this conversation, we discuss: The power of music in storytellingWhat “royalty-free” music really meansLegal challenges with music in ...

3 months ago

58 minutes

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Ep. 131 | Lee Coate: Navigating the Seasons of Life and Leadership

In this episode, we sit down with Lee Coate, executive pastor, author, and president of Growmentum Group, who brings over 30 years of ministry and leadership experience. We explore practical frameworks for navigating the various seasons of life and leadership, while equipping leaders to embrace and empower multigenerational teams within the church. In this conversation, we discuss: The four seasons of leadership rolesEmbracing your current leadership seasonEmpowering and mentoring next-genera...

3 months ago

34 minutes

Church Leadership Lab

Ep. 130 | Kendall Conner & Jessica Moore: Building An Invite Culture at Your Church

In this episode, Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore explore how churches can create a culture where inviting others is natural, practical, and effective in fostering growth and belonging. In this conversation, we discuss: The power of personal church invitationsBuilding an environment people want to shareCreative invite tools and strategiesUsing events as invitation opportunitiesEffective communication for invite cultureSharing stories to inspire invitationsJoin us as we dive into building an i...

4 months ago

56 minutes

Church Leadership Lab

Ep. 129 | Lee Cool: Stewarding Your Church Facilities To Fulfill Your Mission

In this episode, we sit down with Lee Cool, church facility and operations expert at eSPACE. We explore how effective stewardship of church facilities can support and advance your ministry’s mission. In this conversation, we discuss: Why facility management is often overlookedFacilities’ impact on church health and missionPractical maintenance and stewardship strategiesCommon challenges and solutions for churchesAutomating and optimizing facility operationsJoin us as we dive into Stewar...

4 months ago

51 minutes

Church Leadership Lab

Ep. 128 | Jay Kranda: Leveling Up Your Church’s Live Stream Strategy

In this episode, we sit down with Jay Kranda, the Innovative Tech Pastor at Saddleback Church and author of “Online Church Is Not The Answer: Beyond Just Streaming Church to Hybrid Disciple Making." We explore how churches can move beyond simply live streaming to building thriving digital and hybrid discipleship communities. In this conversation, we discuss: Creative ways churches can use live streamingMoving past “checklist” digital ministryEquipping volunteers for digital engagementStrategi...

4 months ago

57 minutes