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ETCH with Chuck Peters
Lifeway Podcasts
43 episodes
17 hours ago
If ministry is starting to feel heavy, it’s probably because you’re carrying what God never designed you to hold alone. In this episode, we tackle one of the most difficult growth barriers for any leader: delegation. If you’ve ever struggled to trust others, release control, build a team you can depend on, or step away from doing everything yourself, this conversation will speak directly to you. What if delegation isn’t just a leadership skill… but a discipleship strategy? If you’re ready to ...
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If ministry is starting to feel heavy, it’s probably because you’re carrying what God never designed you to hold alone. In this episode, we tackle one of the most difficult growth barriers for any leader: delegation. If you’ve ever struggled to trust others, release control, build a team you can depend on, or step away from doing everything yourself, this conversation will speak directly to you. What if delegation isn’t just a leadership skill… but a discipleship strategy? If you’re ready to ...
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ETCH with Chuck Peters
42. Stop Doing It All: How Ministry Leaders Delegate, Empower, and Build Strong Teams with Brian Daniel
If ministry is starting to feel heavy, it’s probably because you’re carrying what God never designed you to hold alone. In this episode, we tackle one of the most difficult growth barriers for any leader: delegation. If you’ve ever struggled to trust others, release control, build a team you can depend on, or step away from doing everything yourself, this conversation will speak directly to you. What if delegation isn’t just a leadership skill… but a discipleship strategy? If you’re ready to ...
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19 hours ago
37 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
41. Building a Healthy Ministry Team: Trust, Culture, and Collaborative Leadership with Lee Hotchkiss
Healthy ministry doesn’t happen by accident, and neither do healthy teams. In this episode, we explore what it truly takes to build, lead, and sustain a thriving ministry team. Whether you lead staff, volunteers, or a mix of both, this conversation will equip you with practical tools and a biblical foundation for team leadership that lasts. Chuck Peters and Lee Hotchkiss unpack the dynamics of effective teams and discuss how to assess team health, navigate dysfunction, and cultivate trust. Yo...
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1 week ago
39 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
40. The Power of Vision in Ministry Leadership: Clarifying Your Why and Leading with Purpose with Jana Magruder
Every leader knows the power of vision. But in the busyness of ministry, it’s easy for vision to drift, blur, or get lost in the noise of daily demands. Without clarity, leaders risk aiming at the wrong targets, making decisions that miss the mark, and losing momentum in their mission. In this episode, Jana Magruder and Chuck Peters unpack the critical role of vision in leadership, especially within the context of ministry. They share personal stories and practical wisdom that will inspire yo...
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2 weeks ago
45 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
39. Spiritual Warfare in Ministry: Finding Strength, Joy, and Hope in the Battle with Kevin Jones
Ministry is full of incredible moments of joy and impact—but it also comes with challenges we don’t always anticipate. Today, Chuck and Kevin Jones dive deep into the reality of spiritual warfare, exploring how the enemy seeks to distract, discourage, and divide ministry leaders. Far from being a reason to despair, these struggles remind us of our dependence on God’s strength and the power of His promises. Highlights from this episode: Why ministry often brings unexpected challenges—and how t...
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3 weeks ago
41 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
38. Leadership Lessons from Gideon: Bold Faith in Next Gen Ministry with Chuck Peters
Leadership in ministry rarely looks like a straight path. More often, it feels like walking forward with limited clarity, unexpected turns, and a constant call to trust God’s leading. The story of Gideon reminds us that even the most hesitant leaders can be used mightily when they surrender fear, embrace faith, and trust the One who holds the mission steady, no matter the circumstances. In this episode you’ll discover five key takeaways designed to encourage and equip leaders to adapt when ci...
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4 weeks ago
45 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
37. VBS - A Key Next Gen Strategy That Isn't Just For Kids with Melita Thomas
In a rapidly changing culture where ministry strategies come and go, some methods continue to stand the test of time. Vacation Bible School (VBS) is one of those deeply rooted traditions that still holds transformative power for the church. In this episode, we take a thoughtful look at how VBS remains a cornerstone of next gen ministry—bridging generations, strengthening community ties, and inviting kids and families to encounter the Gospel in meaningful ways. This conversation explores...
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2 months ago
46 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
36. Preteen Ministry Strategies: Guiding Faith, Belonging, and Resilience in a Changing Culture with Kayla Stevens
Preteens are standing on the edge of two worlds—no longer children, but not yet teenagers. They’re asking big questions, feeling deeply, and shaping a worldview that will guide them into adulthood. For those of us in next generation ministry, this season can be both exhilarating and challenging. How we show up in these years matters. It’s in this transitional phase that faith can either become personal and enduring or drift into the background. In today's episode, Chuck Peters and Kayla...
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2 months ago
35 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
35. From Outsider to Insider: Ministering to Preteens with Purpose and Compassion
Preteens are in one of the most complex seasons of life. They’re not quite kids anymore, but not yet teenagers. Too old for the playground, too young for youth group. And often, this “in-between” stage can leave them feeling like they don’t fully belong anywhere—not at school, not in culture, and sometimes, not even at church. In this episode, we pause to consider: What if our ministries could be the place where preteens feel most seen, most known, and most valued? What if we could help them ...
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3 months ago
56 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
34. Define the Relationship: Partnering with Parents for Lifelong Faith with Chad Higgins and Zac Workun
In the world of next generation ministry, it’s easy to focus all our energy on the kids and students who show up week after week. We pour into them, plan for them, and pray over them. But what if the greatest impact we can make isn’t just in the classroom or the youth room - but around the dinner table at home? This episode invites ministry leaders to pause and reflect on a foundational truth: parents are the primary disciplers of their children. When we as church leaders shift from programmi...
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3 months ago
44 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
33. Leading with Purpose in Next Gen Ministry with Kristoff Hart
In ministry, it’s easy to get caught up in what’s next. The next event, next age group, next building phase. But what if we slowed down long enough to truly see the opportunities God has placed right in front of us? What if collaboration wasn’t just a logistical necessity but a spiritual discipline? And what if contentment wasn’t complacency, but a deep trust in God’s perfect timing? This episode invites leaders to pause and reflect on how we’re serving not just in strategy, but in spirit. It...
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3 months ago
44 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
32. Bridging the Methodological Gap Between Kids and Student Ministry with Landry Holmes and Brett Buckland
As ministry leaders, we’re not just teaching lessons - we’re shaping lives. And the way we teach matters just as much as what we teach. From coloring sheets and object lessons to small group discussions and personal reflection, kids and students engage with truth in very different ways. If we’re not intentional, the transition from children’s to student ministry can feel like a jarring leap rather than a natural step. In this episode, we pause to consider a vital question: How can we better b...
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3 months ago
50 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
31. One Mission, Many Ages: Closing the Philisophical Gap with Jay Barbier
It’s easy for ministries within a church to drift into silos, each one focusing on its own age group, calendar, and curriculum. But when we forget that kids and student ministries are part of a larger discipleship journey, we risk creating disjointed spiritual experiences for the very families we're called to serve. True transformation in the lives of young people happens when ministry teams are united by a clear, gospel-centered vision that transcends age brackets and stage-specific programm...
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4 months ago
41 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
30. Bridging the Educational Gap in Next Gen Ministries with Jay Strother
Every child’s faith journey is a story in progress, but far too often, our ministry strategies treat it like a series of disconnected chapters. When there’s no alignment between kids and student ministries, we risk losing spiritual momentum at the very moments when children are ready to grow deeper. In today’s conversation, Chuck Peters and Pastor Jay Strother step into the critical work of closing educational gaps in the church, ensuring that from preschool to high school graduation, o...
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4 months ago
41 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
29. Syncing the Calendar and the Mission: Closing the Schedule Gap with Tristan Meza and Randy Craft
In ministry, calendars fill up fast. Between planning events, training volunteers, and caring for families, the pressure to “just get it all done” can pull ministry leaders in different directions. And when kids and student ministries aren’t aligned, the result isn’t just double-booked spaces - it’s missed opportunities for unity, shared vision, and sustainable impact. What if we saw scheduling not just as logistics, but as ministry in itself? What if collaboration wasn’t a burden, but a bles...
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4 months ago
43 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
28. Guiding Kids Through Meaningful Transitions Heidi Hensley
Ministry to the next generation isn’t just about meeting kids where they are, it’s also about helping them get where they’re going. As children grow, they encounter major shifts: socially, emotionally, spiritually, and developmentally. These transitions, from preschool to elementary, elementary to middle school, and so on, can be defining moments in their spiritual journeys. But if we’re not intentional, these sacred transitions can become a physical gap they metaphorically fall through. In t...
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4 months ago
40 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
27. Building Relationships That Unite Next Gen Ministry Teams with Jeremy Echols
In ministry, we often talk about strategy, curriculum, and programming - but beneath all of it is something even more essential: relationships. Without trust and connection between leaders, even the best ministry plans can fall flat. As children grow and transition through the stages of church life, the strength of our relationships behind the scenes profoundly shapes the spiritual experiences they have in front of them. This week, Jeremy Echols joins the conversation to talk about the power ...
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4 months ago
48 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
26. Bridging the Gap: Connecting Kids and Student Ministries for Lifelong Discipleship with Zach Workun and Jana Magruder
One of the most pivotal seasons in a young person’s spiritual journey is the transition from kids ministry to student ministry. It’s a season filled with excitement, change—and often, challenges. As ministry leaders, we want to see continuity and connection, not confusion and inconsistency. But how do we intentionally bridge the gaps that naturally exist between age-specific ministries? In this episode, Chuck Peters, along with Jana Magruder and Zac Workun, reflect on the importance of collab...
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5 months ago
46 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
25. Leading Under Pressure: Managing Stress in Ministry with Lee Hotchkiss
Ministry is a calling filled with joy, purpose, and deep meaning—but it can also carry a heavy weight. Behind every sermon, every program, and every conversation is a leader who is pouring out their heart, often while carrying their own unseen burdens. In a world that doesn’t slow down, and in a church culture that can unintentionally glorify overworking, it’s no wonder so many pastors and leaders are walking through burnout, anxiety, and loneliness. In this episode, we step into a real and h...
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6 months ago
49 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
24. Building Bridges: Unifying Kids and Student Ministry in the NextGen Model
Have you ever found yourself asking, “What could ministry look like if we truly worked together across every age and stage?” In many churches, kids and student ministries operate in silos—running strong but disconnected. But what if we intentionally bridged those gaps and created a unified approach that served the whole family? What if collaboration replaced competition, and trust shaped every decision? In this episode, we invite you behind the scenes of Lifeway’s transition to a NextGen mode...
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6 months ago
43 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
23. Redefining Family in Ministry: Embracing Diversity and Belonging with Dr. Shelly Melia
Have you ever thought about how your childhood dreams shaped the person you are today? For many of us, the journey from our early aspirations to our current calling in ministry is filled with unexpected turns, challenges, and lessons learned. Yet, each step prepares us for the work God has set before us. In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the importance of embracing diverse family structures in ministry. What if we could see families not just as they “should be” but as they truly...
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7 months ago
36 minutes

ETCH with Chuck Peters
If ministry is starting to feel heavy, it’s probably because you’re carrying what God never designed you to hold alone. In this episode, we tackle one of the most difficult growth barriers for any leader: delegation. If you’ve ever struggled to trust others, release control, build a team you can depend on, or step away from doing everything yourself, this conversation will speak directly to you. What if delegation isn’t just a leadership skill… but a discipleship strategy? If you’re ready to ...