Messy Modern Ministry
A resource that equips leaders to navigate the ups and downs of ministry in our modern world. Whether you lead a multi-campus church or a small group on Wednesday nights, there will always be challenges that arise. Join us as we learn from pastors, counselors, teachers, and others who have been there.
Episodes
16 episodes
Staffing: Pastor Scott Jankowski (Part 2)
In this episode, Pastor Scott Jankowski discusses his experience of planting a new campus. Although a foundation of strong volunteers are crucial for the life of his church, Pastor Scott also recognizes the importance of paid staff to bring a s...
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Episode 16
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17:27
Volunteers: Pastor Scott Jankowski (Part 1)
In this episode, Pastor Scott Jankowski discusses his experience of planting a new campus. He realized early on that building a foundation of strong volunteers would be crucial for the life of his church. Pastor Scott shares his best prac...
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Episode 15
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30:12
Motive
In this episode, Kristen and Joe discuss the importance of leading from the right motive. Sometimes the correct decision, when made with the wrong motive, can actually be the wrong decision. As leaders, we need to constantly check what is drivi...
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Episode 14
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14:53
Life on Mission: Kim Moody
In this episode, Kim Moody discusses her experiences and involvement with Young Life, a global ministry that operates outside the church walls. Young Life has grown to be a bridge between the Church and unchurched adolescents for over 75 years....
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Episode 13
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25:08
Addiction: Pastor Mike Jankowski
In this episode, Pastor Mike Jankowski discusses how his past experiences have helped him minister to those struggling with addiction. He talks about three simple things you can implement into your ministry in order to point those with addictio...
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Episode 12
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33:00
Discipleship: Pastor Lubuto Nsofu
Whether Pastor Nsofu is digging a well or building a school, he recognizes the importance of bringing up the younger generation alongside him. Building disciples is not to make your job easier as a leader but to expand the kingdom of God. It's ...
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Episode 11
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30:26
Soul Care: Pastor Sam Luce
In this episode, Pastor Sam Luce discusses the weight of balancing life and ministry, and caring for your pastoral soul. A healthy ministry grows out of a healthy spiritual life. We'd like to extend a huge thank you to all the Redeemer Church p...
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Episode 10
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27:14
Identifying Burnout (Part 2): Pastor Mark Schilling
This is part two of our conversation with Pastor Mark Schilling! Be sure to check out part one if you haven't already! In this part, Pastor Mark discusses the importance of sustainability in ministry. Anyone can start a marathon, b...
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Episode 9
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20:23
Identifying Burnout (Part 1): Pastor Mark Schilling
In this part, Pastor Mark Schilling shares his experience with burnout and identifies three harmful myths that leaders tend to believe. Don't forget to check out part two!Due to COVID-19 this episode was recorded remotely.Follow...
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Episode 8
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24:09
Walking In The Valley- Pastor Luke Brendling
In this episode Pastor Luke shares one of the most difficult times in his life and the questions he wrestled with afterwards:How do I continue being a Ministry Leader?Where is God now?Why did this happen to me?Fo...
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Episode 7
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40:49
CEO or Shepherd?: Pastor Mike Servello
Pastor Mike leads a multi-campus congregation and discusses the challenges of making decisions as a lead pastor. He also addresses the growing trend of managing churches as if they were a business - focusing on promotion over people.
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Episode 6
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24:55
Racial Reconciliation and The Church: Kelvin Walker
Sunday morning service: the most segregated hours of the week? In this episode, Pastor Kelvin Walker discusses the church's role in addressing racism and social injustice. He believes that if anyone is going to bring c...
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Episode 5
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32:40
Know Who You Are: Leslie Paige
In this episode, Leslie Paige discusses balancing ministry, marriage, and family life. How did Leslie and her husband, Randy, thrive in ministry for 40 years?By managing their expectations, setting healthy boundaries, and order...
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Episode 4
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23:12
Cast Vision: Pastor Kevin Mahaffy
What do you want to see in your ministry? Do you know where you're headed so others can follow? In this episode, Pastor Kevin walks us through the importance of casting vision. Without a clear end goal, it is difficult to ...
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Episode 3
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26:00
Stand on The Shoulders of Others: Pastor Stephen Zarlengo
In this episode, Pastor Stephen talks about the importance of community within ministry, navigating disappointments, and the impact COVID-19 has had on the church. Enjoy the episode and don't forget to leave us a review! We would love to hear f...
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Episode 2
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32:14