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In this powerful episode of Pastors Getting Personal, Dave Novak sits down with Pastor Hector Gutierrez, Lead Pastor of Thrive Church in Elk Grove, CA. Together, they explore the realities of church multiplication, the personal pain of going through divorce while leading, and the perseverance required to stay faithful in ministry.
πΉ What Youβll Learn in This Episode:
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Church Multiplication & Growth β How Thrive Church expanded to multiple campuses and what it takes to develop leaders for church expansion.
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Going Through Divorce While Leading β Pastor Hector opens up about navigating personal crisis while remaining in ministry.
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Perseverance in Ministry β The challenges of leadership, faith, and staying committed through hardship.
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The Power of Counseling & Healing β Why pastors need counseling and how to process pain in a healthy way.
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A New Season of Ministry & Family β Pastor Hector shares about remarriage, blended family life, and stepping into a renewed vision for the future.
π‘ Whether youβre a pastor facing personal struggles, a church leader looking for encouragement, or someone who wants an inside look at real pastoral life, this episode will inspire and encourage you.
Pastor Hector Gutierrez is the Lead Pastor of Thrive Church in Elk Grove, CA, a multi-campus church with locations in Elk Grove and Stockton. With 35+ years of ministry experience, he is passionate about church planting, leadership development, and persevering through personal and ministry challenges.
π² Connect with Pastor Hector:
πΈ Instagram
π Facebook
π Thrive Church
Dave Novak is a former lead pastor, author, and itinerant speaker passionate about mentoring pastors and sharing the real struggles of ministry.
π² Connect with Dave Novak:
π Website
π¬ Produced by:
Distinguished Creative Co.
π§ Subscribe & Leave a Review β If this episode encouraged you, let us know! Your support helps more pastors and leaders discover Pastors Getting Personal.
π New episodes release monthly! Follow Pastors Getting Personal for raw, honest conversations about faith, leadership, and ministry.
π About Our Guest: Pastor Hector Gutierrezπ About the Host: Dave Novak
By Dave NovakIn this powerful episode of Pastors Getting Personal, Dave Novak sits down with Pastor Hector Gutierrez, Lead Pastor of Thrive Church in Elk Grove, CA. Together, they explore the realities of church multiplication, the personal pain of going through divorce while leading, and the perseverance required to stay faithful in ministry.
πΉ What Youβll Learn in This Episode:
β
Church Multiplication & Growth β How Thrive Church expanded to multiple campuses and what it takes to develop leaders for church expansion.
β
Going Through Divorce While Leading β Pastor Hector opens up about navigating personal crisis while remaining in ministry.
β
Perseverance in Ministry β The challenges of leadership, faith, and staying committed through hardship.
β
The Power of Counseling & Healing β Why pastors need counseling and how to process pain in a healthy way.
β
A New Season of Ministry & Family β Pastor Hector shares about remarriage, blended family life, and stepping into a renewed vision for the future.
π‘ Whether youβre a pastor facing personal struggles, a church leader looking for encouragement, or someone who wants an inside look at real pastoral life, this episode will inspire and encourage you.
Pastor Hector Gutierrez is the Lead Pastor of Thrive Church in Elk Grove, CA, a multi-campus church with locations in Elk Grove and Stockton. With 35+ years of ministry experience, he is passionate about church planting, leadership development, and persevering through personal and ministry challenges.
π² Connect with Pastor Hector:
πΈ Instagram
π Facebook
π Thrive Church
Dave Novak is a former lead pastor, author, and itinerant speaker passionate about mentoring pastors and sharing the real struggles of ministry.
π² Connect with Dave Novak:
π Website
π¬ Produced by:
Distinguished Creative Co.
π§ Subscribe & Leave a Review β If this episode encouraged you, let us know! Your support helps more pastors and leaders discover Pastors Getting Personal.
π New episodes release monthly! Follow Pastors Getting Personal for raw, honest conversations about faith, leadership, and ministry.
π About Our Guest: Pastor Hector Gutierrezπ About the Host: Dave Novak