Reverend Harwood describes a more Biblical model for Pastoral leadership in the 21st Century. He examines the challenges and moves to a more Christ-centric approach. If you are a Pastor, Staff or Church Lay Leader, you will enjoy this interview to challenge and inspire effective leadership skills.  

Churches face transitions. When a Pastor leaves, an Interim is significant in moving forward and preparing for the next Pastor. We talk about ways to help the church and help new Interim Pastors as well. 

Dr. Israel Galindo, Associate Dean for Lifelong Learning at Columbia Theological Seminary where he directs the Pastoral Excellence Programs, shares about the challenges and the Hope after a tumultuous time in the life of the community of faith.  

Andrew shares his story including Ukraine, Church Planting, and Church Revitalization and Church Mergers along with the challenges with the Pandemic. 

Cruciform Leadership: What is it? Brian helps us to see the differences in Leaders vs. Managers, Understanding Power as Serving and Empowering Others and the difference between Volunteers vs. Disciples

Eddie Hammett is an MCC Coach with the ICF, consultant for churches in the past and author of many books. He is cutting edge in what we need to do as churches to engage their community. 

Reverend Andy Barnes joined the BGAV staff as Field Strategist for Southwest Virginia in the last six months. His story of transitioning from Pastor to staff member is a reminder of how God works when you are open to new possibilities! 

In this ever changing world, Steve shares his passion and new ways to engage the church to be in the community. 

Reverend Ed Vogt, Pastor of Sandusky Baptist in Lynchburg, shares about their experience with church revitalization and the motive of discipling members who disciple others. 

Reverend Jim Schwerdtfeger, Pastor of Glenn Memorial Baptist in Prospect, Virginia, explains his passion behind ministering to people with intellectual disabilities and what is needed for your church to start this ministry.