“People need something bigger than themselves. And they’re bored - they’re bored with the American dream, and they need God’s dream for their lives.”

Pastor Aaron Burke planted Radiant Church in Tampa Bay after he and his wife, Katie, felt called to be a light to the community of Tampa, where 87% of people don’t go to church. Since they launched in 2013, Radiant Church has seen incredible growth and expansion. Aaron has a heart for multiplication and plans to continue opening locations throughout Tampa Bay.“

Every time I eliminate waste, God brings blessing. So my job is not to search for the blessing, my job is to search for the waste. He’s a God of stewardship, and He sees how we handle it.”

Aaron explains how important good stewardship is and the connection he’s seen between eliminating waste and making room for God’s blessings. Missions is a huge priority for their church, and they’ve always focused their finances to make an impact locally and globally. Dino and Aaron dive into many compelling topics including:

They also discuss Aaron’s new book, exploring how God uses the “unfair advantages” in our lives. He’s learned and witnessed that God using our pain is available, but it’s not automatic - our response matters. When we respond with trust, God always uses difficult seasons as preparation for His purposes. “People who are depressed about the church, don’t see what we see. There’s so much good out there. There’s sharp leaders and the future is bright.” Aaron is passionate about the Church, raising up leaders, and reaching more people for Jesus!

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The Association of Related Churches (ARC) is a cooperative of independent churches from different denominations, networks, and backgrounds who strategically resource church planters and pastors to help them reach people with the message of Jesus.

Since 2000, ARC has helped to plant more than 1,070 churches worldwide. If you have a dream in your heart to start a life-giving church and reach your city with the message of Jesus, ARC is here to come alongside you in the journey. Attending ARC Launch, a church planter training event, is the first step in planting a church with ARC. You will hear from ARC pastors, coaches, and staff as they share the nuts and bolts of church planting. Discover more and register for ARC Launch at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.arcchurches.com/launch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 

Don’t Do Ministry Alone - We need relationships to thrive. You need other people in your corner, who have gone through similar things that you’ve gone through, and believe in your dream. ARC provides opportunities for you to build relationships with others in ministry that will support and strengthen you in what God has called you to do. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.arcchurches.com/connect/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.