Great ministry teams are built when leaders understand what their pastor needs and take ownership of their role. In this episode, Kevin unpacks eight practical things every pastor needs from the leaders serving alongside them. These principles—covering smooth systems, clear communication, problem-solving, detail management, and resource stewardship—will help you become a leader your pastor can trust. We’ll also discuss developing strong people skills, taking ownership of your ministry, and leading with heart, character, and humility. Whether you’re a staff pastor, ministry director, or key volunteer, this episode will help you serve your pastor, strengthen your team, and lead your ministry more effectively.

PDF Download: Eight Things Your Pastor Needs from You

Episode Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/episodes/19817586-8-things-your-pastor-needs-from-you#transcript 

Listen in Spanish: https://youtu.be/8SyRUsU1ELM 

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026 at Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026 at St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

Kevin sits down with Dr. Dee McDonald, the president of Bethel University to discuss his vision for Bethel and what it means to be (and to become) Michiana's Christian college. 

Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/episodes/19707309-leading-with-mission-interview-with-bethel-university-president-dr-dee-mcdonald#transcript

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026 at Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026 at St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

In this episode, Kevin sits down with Jason and Rose Yoder, leaders of the impressions and assimilation ministry at Nappanee Missionary Church, for a conversation about the importance of hospitality, connectedness and relationships. If you want to help your church connect with guests and turn new visitors into members, this episode is for you! 

Download: First Impressions & Connectedness PDF Resource  

Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/episodes/19707289-first-impressions-and-connectedness-with-jason-and-rose-yoder#transcript

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026 at Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026 at St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

Kevin continues his conversation with Rodney Arnold, President of the Missionary Church. Rodney shares insights on what church leaders face today and how churches can remain focused on making disciples in a rapidly changing culture. Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader or simply passionate about the future of the church, this conversation will encourage you to lead with faith, clarity and mission. 

Series: Faith, Church Planting and Trends in the Local Church 
Speaker: Rodney Arnold, Kevin Moore 
Episode: 2 of 2 
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/episodes/19707177-faith-church-planting-and-trends-in-the-local-church-part-2-w-rodney-arnold-president-of-the-missionary-church#transcript

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026 at Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026 at St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

In this episode, Kevin sits down with Rodney Arnold, President of the Missionary Church, for a conversation about faith, church planting and emerging trends in the local church. Rodney shares insights on what church leaders face today and how churches can remain focused on making disciples in a rapidly changing culture. Whether you're a pastor, ministry leader or simply passionate about the future of the church, this conversation will encourage you to lead with faith, clarity and mission. 

Series: Faith, Church Planting and Trends in the Local Church 
Speaker: Rodney Arnold, Kevin Moore 
Episode: 1 of 2 
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/19694034-faith-church-planting-and-trends-in-the-local-church-part-1-w-rodney-arnold-president-of-the-missionary-church/transcript 

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026 at Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026 at St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

Leadership is challenging, but Christian leadership comes with unique responsibilities. In this episode, Kevin shares two fundamental truths every Christian leader must understand to lead with wisdom, integrity and lasting impact. If you're serious about leading well and finishing well, this episode is for you. 

Series: Lessons in Leadership
Speaker: Kevin Moore
Episode: 4 of 4, Two Things Every Christian Leader Needs to Know
Episode Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/19571626-two-things-every-christian-leader-needs-to-know/transcript

Spanish Translation: https://youtu.be/hjGTryv2bsQ

Kevin Moore is the regional director at the North Central Region of the Missionary Church and the senior pastor at Noble County Community Church. 

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026
Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026
St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

For years, leaders have been told to climb the ladder, seek the next position, and pursue greater influence. But what if the goal isn't climbing the ladder at all? In this episode, Kevin challenges the traditional leadership mindset and explores a different path: servant leadership. 

Colossians 3:23
1 Timothy 6:6
Philippians 2:3

Series: Lessons in Leadership
Speaker: Kevin Moore
Episode: 3 of 4, Don't Climb the Leadership Ladder, Burn It
Episode Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/19571441-don-t-climb-the-leadership-ladder-burn-it/transcript

Spanish Translation: https://youtu.be/lywIsMQDqAc 

Kevin Moore is the regional director at the North Central Region of the Missionary Church and the senior pastor at Noble County Community Church. 

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026
Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026
St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

Many leaders believe their job is to do the work. Great leaders understand their job is to develop others to do the work. In this episode, Kevin explores one of the most important leadership principles in ministry and business: multiplication. Discover why delegation is not losing control, why development is one of the highest forms of leadership and how training others creates lasting impact. 

Ephesians 4:11-12

Download: The Four Levels of Leadership

Series: Lessons in Leadership
Speaker: Kevin Moore
Episode 2 of 4, Your Job Is to Train Someone Else to Do the Work
Episode Transcript
Spanish Translation: https://youtu.be/dKEhYb_ign4 

Kevin Moore is the regional director at the North Central Region of the Missionary Church and the senior pastor at Noble County Community Church. 

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026
Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026
St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

What can a paint brush and a paint can teach us about leadership, ministry and life? More than you might think. In this episode, Kevin shares a lesson that will shape your life and leadership.

Luke 16:12
Colossians 3:23-24

Series: Lessons in Leadership
Speaker: Kevin Moore
Episode 1 of 4 Lessons from a Paint Brush and a Paint Can 
Episode Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/19533996-lessons-from-a-paint-brush-and-a-paint-can/transcript 
Spanish Translation: https://youtu.be/fuPMkVO2HOA 

Kevin Moore is the regional director at the North Central Region of the Missionary Church and the lead pastor at Noble County Community Church. 

Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples is a weekly Christian leadership development podcast for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week we provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

The Missionary Church, North Central Region, in obedience to Jesus Christ her Lord, is committed to being holy people of God in the world and to building His church by worldwide evangelism, discipleship, and multiplication of growing churches, all to the glory of God. As a family of churches that is biblically grounded, we exist to inspire, challenge, and resource one another in that task. Find out more at https://mcncr.org/ 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026
Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/2026-elevate-conference 

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026
St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at https://mcncr.org/events/the-timothy-project 

The goal of leadership development isn't to gather capable people around you. The goal is to develop capable people beyond you. 

Series: Growing Leaders Where You Are 
Speaker: Ryan Lutz 
Episode 3 of 3: Equip, Empower, Entrust
Transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823/19500209-equip-empower-entrust-creating-a-culture-of-multiplication/transcript
Spanish Translation: https://youtu.be/SS0JtJH0ItA 

Welcome to Let's Talk: Life, Leadership & Making Disciples. This podcast is designed as a resource for pastors, church staff, elders, ministry leaders, volunteers, church planters and disciple makers. Every week, we strive to provide valuable insights to train, inform and inspire healthy leaders who will go on to build healthy churches.
Follow our podcast on your favorite platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2627823 

This is the third episode of a three-part series featuring Ryan Lutz, titled Growing Leaders Where You Are. Ryan is the senior pastor of Bethany Missionary Church in Elkhart, Indiana. He also oversees our full-time and part-time residency program here at the North Central Region of the Missionary Church. As the director of our leadership development program, Ryan is passionate about empowering leaders in churches of every size. 

"You don't need a larger church, a bigger budget, or a perfect system to develop leaders. You simply need to believe God has already placed potential leaders around you and take intentional steps to invest in them. Many pastors are praying for leaders while sitting in a room full of future leaders." - Ryan 

Elevate Church Leadership Conference.
November 2, 2026
Nappanee Missionary Church in Nappanee, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at mcncr.org

The Timothy Project (Youth Leadership Conference)
November 14, 2026
St. Mark Missionary Church in Mishawaka, Indiana
Learn more and sign up at mcncr.org