Gifts and Graces

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dr. Pete Deison provides wisdom on connecting generations and closing generation gaps in your church. Dr. Pete Deison is the Pastor Emeritus of Park Cities Presbyterian Church in Dallas, Texas and also the President of its Foundation. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Dr. Pete Deison shares a simple way for the faithfulness of one generation to pass on their strength and wisdom to the next.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear a panel discuss between Reverend Mark Bates, Jerry Gibson, Reverend Greg Hills, Reverend Dale Hollenbeck, and Reverend Leonard Liu as they discuss how to cultivate a culture of missions in your church. Mark Bates is the Senior Director of US Operations for Mission to the World (MTW). Jerry Gibson is the MTW Western Hub Director and Greg Hills in a similar role as Director of MTW's Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Hub. Dale Hollenbeck is Director of the MTW Mid-America Hub and finally, Leonard Liu is the Director of Mobilization for MTW's Southeast Hub. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as these leaders consider how to cultivate a culture of missions in your church.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Reverends Scotty Smith and Ed Norton as they explore the presuppositions of the Gospel that will fuel and enable a corporate and community culture that is honoring to Jesus. Scotty Smith is the founding pastor of Christ Community Church in Franklin, Tennessee and Teacher in Residence at West End Community Church in Nashville. Ed Norton is a consultant and coach at McGowan Global Institute. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Scotty Smith and Ed Norton explore developing a Gospel culture within your congregation.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Stephen Estock and Katie Flores as the share of the opportunities leaders have to raise up another generation to know and worship the Lord. Stephen Estock is Coordinator of Committee on Discipleship Ministry (CDM), where he serves alongside CDM's Children's Ministry Coordinator Katie Flores. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by Palmer Home. Let's listen as Stephen Estock and Katie Flores discuss how new research can inform our childrens ministries.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Dr. Bryan Chapell share how you can make the most of your time at General Assembly. Dr. Bryan Chapell is the Stated Clerk of the Presbyterian Church in America. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by P&R Publishing. Let's listen as Dr. Chapell introduces us to General Assembly.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Robert Kim, Chris Vogel, and Irwyn Ince as they address the mechanisms needed to create Gospel-shaped planting pipelines for church vitality. Robert Kim is the Assistant Professor of Applied Theology and Church Planting at Covenant Theological Seminary. Chris Vogel is the Church Planting and Vitality Coordinator for Mission to North America (MNA), where he serves alongside MNA Coordinator Irwyn Ince. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as they share of the opportunity to reimagine how to bring a renewed vitality to church planting.

Show Notes: On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Irwyn Ince and Murray Lee as they share strategies for sustainable church health. Irwyn Ince is Coordinator of Mission to North America (MNA) where he serves alongside MNA Executive Coordinator Murray Lee. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as Irwyn Ince and Murray Lee discuss what constitutes a vibrant church and share strategies for sustainable church health.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Bill Davis as he helps consider what it looks like to honor our parents as they decline congnitively. Bill Davis is a Professor of Philosophy at Covenant College. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by Covenant College. Let's listen as Bill Davis provides practical ways that we can honor our parents while being sources of strength and even hope.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to hear from Jonathan Stoddard as he shares practical wisdom on training elders and deacons. Jonathan Stoddard is the Pastor of Jordan Valley Church in West Jordan, Utah. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly and is sponsored by Christian Healthcare Ministries. Let's listen as Jonathan Stoddard provides a training template for your next officer training.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces, we get to listen in on an African American Ministries of the PCA (AAMPCA) panel discussion with Charles Mcknight, Kellie Brown, Alex Shipman, Jenell Chavis, Wy Plummer, Cyril Chavis, and Howard Brown as they celebrate the pioneering work of Black men and women in the PCA. During the discussion, you will hear stories of some of the first African American TEs and ministry leaders and some of the current trailblazers in Gospel ministry. Rev. Charles McKnight is Coordinator of African American Ministries. Kellie Brown also serves AAMPCA as Operations Coordinator, along with Alex Shipman, their Virtual Groups Coordinator, and Content and Communications Specialist, Jennell Chavis. Wy Plummer is the former Coordinator of African American Ministries and currently serves as a Cross Cultural Consultant for Mission to North America. Cyril Chavis is the RUF Campus Minister at Howard University. Finally, Howard Brown is the Associate Coordinator for African American Ministries and the Senior Pastor of Christ Central Church in Charlotte. This was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at the 2023 General Assembly. Let's listen as the panel celebrates the work of our Black brothers and sisters and shares stories and encouragement.