Gifts and Graces

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Leonard and Amy Bailey about shepherding in light of death, loss, and grief. The Ilona Foundation exists to honor the life and memory of Ilona Bailey by providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals and families navigating grief and loss. Let's listen as the Baileys discuss how pastors can prepare their congregations and process the long road of grief and loss while continuing to to shepherd God’s flock.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Tim Townsend about the gospel and the generosity movement. Tim Townsend is president of the PCA Foundation. Let's listen as Townsend considers Bible passages commonly understood to be about wealth and generosity, also exploring how to steward not one’s wealth, but one’s giving.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Mark Sanders about the characteristics of a sexually faithful church. Mark Sanders is president of Harvest USA, a ministry that empowers individuals to overcome sexual sin through the transformative power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Let's listen as Sanders gives an overview of five different essential features of a sexually faithful church.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Stephen Estock, Katie Flores, and Laney Slayton about helping covenant children in worship. Estock, Flores, and Slayton serve with PCA Discipleship Ministries (CDM). Let's listen as they explore and discuss how churches can help children lift their eyes and worship the King.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from a panel from the Korean American Leadership Initiative (K.A.L.I.) about the shifting face of Korean-American mentorship. K.A.L.I. is a ministry of the Mission to North America. Let's listen as the panel members compare and contrast the church mentorship experience of three Korean American pastors from three different generations (Gen X, Millennial, Gen Z), discussing the strengths and weaknesses of each mentorship experience.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Robert Kim about five key trends that are shaping church planting in 2025. Robert Kim is an associate professor of applied theology and church planting at Covenant Seminary in St. Louis, MO. Let's listen to Robert Kim as he shares insights into how these five trends are impacting church health and sustainability, and how to prepare effectively for the challenges and opportunities they present.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Jim Perry and a panel about the ways the Church can fulfill its responsibility to see and value those with disabilities and serve them more effectively. Jim Perry is the executive director of operations of Romanian Christian Enterprises. Let's listen to Jim Perry as he explores biblical principles that nurture spiritual and physical growth, allowing those with physical and/or cognitive disabilities to thrive.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from John Kyle about intentionally developing young lay leaders in our churches through Fellows programs. John Kyle is the director of the Capital Fellows program in McLean, VA. Let's listen to John Kyle as he shares about the importance of connecting with the emerging generation of lay leaders for the local church, workplace, and world.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Brian Fikkert and Tabitha Kapic on God's Big Story and innovation. Brian Fikkert is the founder of The Chalmers Center, and Tabitha Kapic serves as its director of innovation. Let's listen to Fikkert and Kapic as they share about the Chalmers Innovate Process and specific tools you can use to address roadblocks that you have experienced in your ministry to the material poor.

On this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Corey Jackson and Hannah Nation on advocating for the persecuted church. Corey Jackson is the founder and president of the Luke Alliance and Hannah Nation is the managing director of the Center for House Church Theology. Let's listen to Jackson and Nation as they explore a theology of advocacy, including practical ways that you and your churches can join an alliance of global advocates.