Episode 150: Discerning Pastoral Council Members

In this fourth episode on Pastoral Councils, Chris and John delve into the topic of how we choose and discern pastoral council members. We discuss the need to develop a discernment committee, have discernment interviews of potential council members, and more.
Join us for our upcoming master class on Leveraging and Structuring Pastoral and Finance Councils for Parish Growth. Begins October 20, 2020.

Episode 115: Combatting the Issue of Staff Turnover

All too often, parishes look like a revolving door of staff members being hired and then moving on. Turnover of staff is of tremendous concern and thwarts effective ministry.

In this episode, John and Chris share how parish leaders and pastors might go about stopping the constant turnover that can often plague parishes.

In this episode, we refer to 2 previous podcast episodes:

Episode 58: Small Groups From Scratch, Part 3

As we delve in to part 3 of our series on Small Groups from Scratch, in this episode we discuss developing your leaders so that they are set up for success, including what to look for in a small group leader, expectations of a small group leader, and how to train and support them for the long haul.

Episode #7: Minister to Others, Rooted in God

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To work in ministry, you have to want it. It can be painstakingly challenging as much as it is joyful. To stay on the joyful side requires a deep and personal connection with God. Join Chris and John as they share their own spiritual journey and how they’ve maintained that relationship.