In this episode, we recap our recent Healthy Church Summit and some of the key takeaways we learned about holiday communications. We share 5 practical tips that will help to communicate things clearly about your ministry's Christmas and end-of-year plans.

In this conversation, we discuss:
• Planning ahead for seasonal communications
• Leading with “why” instead of just details
• Centralizing church event information
• Prioritizing the most impactful promotions
• Equipping your congregation for word-of-mouth invitations
• Making event information easy and shareable

Join us as we dive into this Healthy Church Summit recap and learn how to cut the chaos from holiday church communications.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/46jD47k

Watch the Healthy Church Summit on-demand: https://bit.ly/46kLA65

In this episode, we sit down with Corinne Noble – kids pastor, author, coach, and founder of Kid Min Corinne Ministries.

We explore how kids and family ministry leaders can amplify their creativity and confidence as they invest in the next generation each week.

In this conversation, we discuss:
• Sparking creativity with limited resources
• Building confidence as a kids ministry leader
• Engaging families in discipleship at home
• Overcoming volunteer shortages and challenges
• Prioritizing relationships over entertainment
• Partnering with parents through effective communication

Join us as we dive into leading with creativity and confidence in your kids ministry with Corinne Noble.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4nB3OGd

In this episode, we sit down with Wes Herms, Senior Channel Manager at AvidXchange with over five years of experience helping organizations streamline their accounts payable through automation.

We explore how churches can lighten the load of financial tasks by implementing smart systems and automation tools.

In this conversation, we discuss:
• Digitizing and automating accounts payable processes.
• Reducing risk and increasing financial security.
• Saving time with remote approvals and workflows.
• Integrating AP automation with church software.
• Real-life stories of churches benefiting from smart systems.

Join us as we dive into Easing the Burden of Church Financial Tasks with Smarter Systems with Wes Herms.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/45WXV02

In this episode, we sit down with Nils Smith, social media strategist and digital marketing expert who helps churches, nonprofits, and businesses maximize technology for their mission.

We explore how ministry leaders can create authentic spiritual impact and meaningful community through effective use of social media.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The purpose behind ministry social media use
• Moving beyond announcements to real engagement
• Empowering volunteers for digital ministry roles
• Responding well to messages and comments
• Avoiding common church social media mistakes

Join us as we dive into How Ministry Leaders Can Create Spiritual Impact on Social Media with Nils Smith.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4p1wWrL

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Denhart, founder of LeadMinistry.com, author, speaker, and former children's pastor.

We explore a practical framework for reaching your community for Christ, offering wisdom and actionable steps for church leaders.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The deeper purpose behind community outreach
• Dangers of inward-focused churches
• The "good works, goodwill, good news" framework
• Earning the right to be heard
• Real-life outreach examples and stories

Join us as we dive into A Framework To Reach Your Community For Christ with Josh Denhart.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3UPhQYy

In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Harden, church growth consultant and co-founder of Firm Foundations Marketing.

We unpack practical strategies for clarifying your church’s identity and mission to foster growth and unity.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Communicating your church’s identity clearly
• Common challenges in defining mission and vision
• Engaging leadership in the identity process
• Differentiating mission from methods in ministry
• Reaching the right people in your community
• Making your vision contagious and actionable

Join us as we dive into How to Clarify Your Church’s Identity and Mission with Tyler Harden.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/468x2oX

In this episode, Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore explore practical ways churches can maximize their church management software (ChMS) to strengthen ministry and streamline operations.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Creating a complete church directory
• Organizing groups for connection
• Sending mass communications
• Automating follow-up interactions
• Recording attendance for care
• Leveraging dashboards for insights

Join us as we dive into How to Get the Most Out of Your ChMS with Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3JyMra4

In this episode, we sit down with Cody Patterson, Production Pastor at Life Fellowship Church. Previously a marketing leader at MxU and Renewed Vision, Cody now consults with churches to help them thrive through practical, creative solutions.

We explore smart tech and media tips to help churches do more with less, no matter their size or resources.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Building and empowering volunteer tech teams
• Overcoming budget and equipment limitations
• Creative DIY solutions for media and lighting
• Automation to reduce volunteer workload
• Cultivating healthy church tech team culture

Join us as we dive into Tech & Media Tips to Help Your Church Do More With Less with Cody Patterson.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3UiOt0n

In this episode, we sit down with Jack Whitis, CEO of WavMaker and seasoned technology and engineering leader, and Mark Stuart, co-founder of WavMaker, Grammy-winning former lead vocalist of Audio Adrenaline, and philanthropist.

We explore how churches can amplify their creative storytelling and connect with their communities more effectively through music.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The power of music in storytelling
• What “royalty-free” music really means
• Legal challenges with music in church media
• Practical uses for stock music in ministry
• Tips for equipping creative church teams

Join us as we dive into Amplifying Your Church's Creative Storytelling With Music with Jack Whitis & Mark Stuart.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3UD8XB2

In this episode, we sit down with Lee Coate, executive pastor, author, and president of Growmentum Group, who brings over 30 years of ministry and leadership experience.

We explore practical frameworks for navigating the various seasons of life and leadership, while equipping leaders to embrace and empower multigenerational teams within the church.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• The four seasons of leadership roles
• Embracing your current leadership season
• Empowering and mentoring next-generation leaders
• Building teams with seasonal diversity
• Avoiding burnout and cultivating passion

Join us as we dive into Navigating the Seasons of Life and Leadership with Lee Coate.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/454OVUX