“God doesn’t waste anything. It is not that no one will be touched by you being “led by the Spirit.” Because he uses us, he knows we are dust. And he is loving and kind to us. But I think that he takes a lot of time showing us that he is a preparatory God. […]

“You need to have a group of people who are working with you through that process (regathering) … That is why we are Team Based- Pastor Led, because we want that team to be a part of the process. It gets everyone on board for whatever is going to take place – when and how […]

“I think God uses difficult times to push the church outside of the walls, and I think that is what is going on right now. The Church is being faced with the real question, ‘Are you going to be the Church in the world around you, or are you just looking at the building as […]

“This is where God has placed us. So, we asked him, Father, give us a heart for the people you have placed in front of us. And what do you know, God answers prayers like that.” -Pastor Howard Salter Main Points: What motivates you to engage with your neighborhood? (2:17) How does God empower you […]

“We desire from the moment, from parking lot on for there to be an encounter with God. We engage with and respond to the needs of families so that they really do encounter the presence of and the goodness of God.” -Nicole Payne, Hope Venue Champion   Main Points: What are practical steps a church […]

“So, we can bring nothing to the table. We have nothing to offer. But we, in the eating, that bread and wine become a part of us on a cellular level. It transforms from the inside out, so that we can become more like Jesus.” -Pastor Dishon Mills Main Points: Why do we participate in […]

In this episode, host Joe Brannen, interviews Mike Urmie, one of his mentors and his co-pastor at GC Surrey. Together they discuss the deep impact technical teams (audio/  visual team.) have on a congregation. “How can we work together to make this the absolute best it can be for our God? Therefore, have that oneness […]

  In this episode Joe Brannen, interviews, his wife and worship leader Megan Brannen. Together they discuss how to create a worship service with an inspirational flow. Spoiler, it requires teamwork with all members of the worship team and the pastor. Listen in for some helpful tips.     “Not every song moves me, reaches […]

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In this bonus episode the tables are turned, and Joe is interviewed by Anthony Mullins, GCI Pastor and Regional Director. We get to know Joe a little bit better and listen in for an announcement about GC Podcast in 2020. You don’t want to miss this!

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In this episode, host Joe Brannen interviews Heber Ticas, Superintendent of Latin America. Heber shares the importance of empowering and making space for new leaders. He talks about why to liberate others, practical signs to look for to see if you are, or not liberating others – and shares real-life experiences.     “ You […]

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