What are your biggest challenges in worship design? In this episode of CITN, Rob and Geoff have an in-studio conversation about worship song selection and the problem with relying on the Spotify algorithm. They also address the pros and cons of multi-tracks and have a brief sparring match about the song Reckless Love. The podcast ends with an exploration of the missing component in most worship sets: confession. 

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We've heard about the Lausanne Congress, but why should we care? In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Joel Zantingh about the recent Lausanne Congress in Seoul, Korea. They also discuss the relevance of creation care and the impact of diaspora people groups on the Canadian Church. Joel is the Director of Engagement for the Lausanne Movement Canada. For more information about his organization, visit https://lausannecanada.com/.

In the Pre-Show, Rob, Geoff, and Kait share a surprise announcement with the listeners. They also discuss how to cope with the wins and losses of Election Day in Canada. 

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In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Emily Welty, Karly Traub, and Lincoln Funk about the future of church leadership. They also discuss ministry pathways, the effects of our current cultural moment on Christian youth, and the impacts of Briercrest on their futures in ministry. @karly.traub is from Port Coquitlam, BC and in her fourth year of a Christian Ministry BA. @emilywelty is from Winnipeg, MB and in her fourth year of a Biblical Studies BA. @funklincoln is from Winnipeg, MB and in his second year of the Biblical Studies BA. 

Find out more about YQ leadership essentials here: youthquake.ca/leadership

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In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Kesevan Balasingham about building a disciple-making culture. They also discuss the importance of mentorship and unique ministry opportunities in greater Toronto. Kesevan Balasingham is a Pastor at Fellowship Rouge Park Church, in Scarborough, ON. For more information about Fellowship Church Rouge Park visit fcrougepark.ca. 

To hear Kesavan’s full story, listen to this episode of The Sower’s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2daIBP8VZcIAs4v3bbqIvK?si=ec2a127a67de4564.

In the Pre-Show, Rob, Geoff, and Kait Brennan discuss a recent move away from kitchens in churches and favourite activities for the spring season. 

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In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Cal Fong about the importance of next-gen ministries to church growth. They also discuss intercultural ministry, outreach to immigrant families, and Cal's unique ministry journey. Cal Fong is the teaching and equipping pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Saskatoon, SK. 

For more information about Ebenezer Baptist, visit www.ebenezerbaptist.ca

In the Pre-Show, Rob, Geoff, and guest host, Daniel Markin, discuss hosting basketball playoffs, Rob's jetlag, and how we can be christlike in political discourse. For more information about the podcast, visit https://www.churchinthenorth.ca/. For questions or inquiries, please email us at [email protected]. If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment. 

In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Dallas and Leah Beutler about inner-city outreach. They also discuss church co-leadership, pastoral burnout, and keeping Christ central in ministry. Dallas and Leah Beutler are the Lead Pastors at The Rock Church in Saskatoon, SK.  

For more information about The Rock Church, visit https://trcyxe.ca/

In the Pre-Show, Rob, Geoff, and Kaitlin discuss travel plans for the mod week, the US tariffs and community outreach. 

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In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Phil Kniesel about the power of support from other leaders in ministry. They also discuss financial stewardship for missions, personal devotionals, and creating a culture of prayer. Phil Kniesel is the Lead Pastor of Hope City Church in Edmonton, AB. 

For more about Hope City, visit https://hopecity.ca/

In the pre-show, Geoff, Rob, and Kaitlin share Valentine's day plans, YouthQuake news and how recent political developments could impact Canadian ministries. 

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In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Andy Steiger about Apologetics Canada's gospel-centred approach to reaching lost people. They also discuss AI's role in ministry (or lack thereof), the unique opportunity of reaching next-gen through apologetics, and the recent virality of Apologetics Canada's podcast (with a nod to Wes Huff). Andy Steiger is the founder and president of Apologetics Canada. 

For more information, visit 
apologeticscanada.com or andysteiger.com. 

Andy's book "Reclaimed" is available on Amazon 
https://a.co/d/9G9fiTw 

To watch the full Wes Huff Huff and Billy Carson conversation, visit 
https://youtu.be/F7ngjtT43-4?si=0GovVxXP92QZ4Sqx. 

In the pre-show, Geoff, Rob, and Kaitlin look backward at the five years since COVID-19 and discuss the problems of replacing pastors with AI. For more information about the podcast, visit https://www.churchinthenorth.ca/. For questions or inquiries, please email us at [email protected]. If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment. 

Why would a church plant multisite campuses in the same neighbourhood and within walking distance? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Todd Petkau about his church's unique multi-site model. They also discuss his journey to vocational ministry, church governance, missional philosophy, and catechism programs. Todd is the Lead Pastor of Riverwood Church in Winnipeg, MB. For more information about his church, visit www.riverwood.cc

In the pre-show, Rob, Kaitlin, and Geoff talk about New Year's resolutions and the recent news from Ottawa. For more information about the podcast, visit https://www.churchinthenorth.ca/. For questions or inquiries, please email us at [email protected]. If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment. 

Can local churches intentionally grow their own ministry leaders? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Sam Romijn about nurturing a leadership development culture in the local church. They also discuss his surprising journey into senior pastoral leadership, local outreach, and multisite church. San is the Lead Pastor of Coquitlam Alliance Church in Coquitlam, BC. For more information about his church, visit https://www.cachurch.ca/. 

In the pre-show, Rob, Kaitlin, and Geoff talk about Christmas traditions and how pastors can find rest during this busy season. For more information about the podcast, visit https://www.churchinthenorth.ca/. For questions or inquiries, please email us at [email protected]. If you like what you hear, please share this podcast with others, give us a review, or leave a comment.