Growing Together

As Christians, we often respond to the brokenness of life as if we do not actually have hope, as if the promises of God are not really certain. Join host Chris Vogel and guest Irwyn Ince, MNA's Coordinator, as we discuss his newest book, Hope Ain't a Hustle.

Order the book here.

Guests: Andrew Conrad and Frank Matthews

When the unchanging truths of the Gospel confront a changing culture in our communities, it requires learning to plant new kinds of churches.  The James River Presbytery is reaching out in new ways to establish new congregations.

Show notes:
Frank Matthews [email protected], (804) 929-2975
Andrew Conrad: [email protected] , (804) 412-8112 x1
Metro Richmond Church Planting: reachmetrorichmond.com

To move the ministry leader from merely surviving to thriving, the gap between the “soul” and “role” needs to be closed that they might develop lifelong rhythms that feed the whole person. Join the conversation with Scott Armstrong to consider how cycles of rest should be a part of the pastor's life. 

Show notes: Cultivating Growth - www.cultivatinggrowth.net

Pastoral fluctuations bring unique challenges, triumphs, and lessons and a transitional pastor can fill that gap and may foster healing and growth to navigate the delicate balance of change. Flourish Coaching offers is help in the context of change, and specifically, training and supplying transitional pastors.

Show Notes: https://www.flourishcoaching.org 

A dichotomy too often exists in that while the Gospel is core to the believer's life, sharing this cornerstone with others is often a struggle. The ministry of Gospel First provides encouragement and training in sound Gospel sharing. Hear what Bob Orner and others with Gospel First are doing to restore the Gospel to first importance.

Show notes: https://www.gospelfirst.org/

In the dynamic landscape of the modern world, where intellectual prowess and technical skills have long been the benchmarks of success, the concept of Emotional Intelligence emerges as a crucial, yet often underappreciated, component of personal and professional development.

Learn more at https://pcamna.org/ministry/coaching-services.

The health of a new church is tied into the preparation of the planter. Learn about MNA's new format for planter preparation that is happening March 11-13 in Lakeland, FL.

A trained coach clarifies one’s thinking and options when one feels powerless. A coach can help achieve set goals, gain clarity, and develop the skills needed for a job. A trained coach is a special skill, and like all skills, coaching requires training.

Show notes: https://pcamna.org/ministry/coaching-services/

The intersection of financial and emotional wellbeing is important. Geneva Benefits Group, the PCA's retirement and investment organization is bringing the importance of pastoral wellbeing to the forefront. Rev. Paul Joiner is the new Director of Ministerial Wellbeing who oversees and administers Geneva’s programs promoting the holistic health of pastors and ministry workers across the denomination.

Show notes:

https://genevabenefits.org

While MNA has a plethora of ministries that serve the PCA, many are unaware of how these ministries may benefit their church in reaching their community. Mark Casson, the new Ministry Engagement Director with MNA will address how MNA is poised to help churches and presbyteries.

Show notes:
https://pcamna.org/ministries/
https://pcamna.org/staff/mark-casson/