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July 22, 2021Episode 613: Ways a Pastor Can Lead, Part 1
In Episode 613 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Ed begin a discussion on how pastors can lead.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How a pastor can lead through preaching
Where the line is between leadership and manipulation
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“Leading through preaching is not the only way that you ought to be leading, but it is one way to lead and a powerful way to lead your congregation toward the vision that God has called you towards.” – @danielsangi
“If you aren’t careful as a pastor, you could actually create a culture of dependence where your team members, staff, and ministry leaders are fighting to get into their ministry program into your sermon.” – @danielsangi
“What you don’t want to do is create a culture where the only way to influence is through your preaching.” – @danielsangi
“You can’t underestimate the power of the main communicator, the main shepherd, leading through culture change.” – @danielsangi
“Keep in mind that with the influence of the pulpit, comes the danger of preaching in ways that are inappropriate.” – @edstetzer
“Pastors and bullying don’t need to be together at the pulpit.” – @edstetzer
“Don’t be afraid to speak from the pulpit things that need to be said about the congregation where it is.” – @edstetzer
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This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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July 19, 2021Episode 612: Hiring Skills, Part 1
In Episode 612 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Todd discuss discerning character, chemistry, and competency when hiring staff and volunteer leaders.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How you discern for character
What interviewing for character means
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“When you think about the team you are leading, you want to be able to trust them.” – @danielsangi
“Immediately I think about Philippians 2, where we are called to adopt the same attitude of Jesus.” – @danielsangi
“Ultimately, everyone on your team should be living a lifestyle in dependence on God.” – @danielsangi
“The character piece is tricky when it comes to interviewing because you don’t have the long view.” – @danielsangi
“Character is one of the key places you can hone in on when calling references.” – @toddadkins
“Character is one of those things that you can only discover over time.” – @danielsangi
“Hiring internally is the best way to go when it comes to recruiting volunteers, leaders, and ministry staff.” – @danielsangi
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When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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July 15, 2021Episode 611: The Great Sort, Part 3
In Episode 611 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Ed finish their discussion on the great sort.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How you re-engage your congregation over the summer
Why community is so necessarry
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“To make it through the great sort you are going to need to build a reservoir of resilience.” – @edstetzer
“I think we have 3 to 5 years of cultural convulsion where people come after churches who don’t do things they want to happen.” – @edstetzer
“There are layers of engagement and re-engagement. You have to go get them.” – @edstetzer
“We need one another. Moving forward, taking those next steps, we need to do it in community.” – @edstetzer
“Elevate your ecclesiology and engage the mission.” – @edstetzer
“Focus on what God is doing, what God has done, and what God is going to do as you vision cast what it looks like for you to be salt of the earth and the light of the world and a city on a hill that cannot be hidden.” – @danielsangi
“When we are in community with each other, we can reflect who God is to one another.” – @danielsangi
Recommended Resources:
Listen to Episode 607: The Great Sort
Listen to Episode 609: The Great Sort, Part 2
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When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds

This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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July 12, 2021Episode 610: When Does a Worship Center Feel Full?
In Episode 610 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Todd discuss how to make the worship center look full in fluctuating attendance patterns post-COVID.
“At what point does a worship center feel full? Does the 80% capacity rule still apply? Or what percentage would you recommend for a worship center with adequate spacing for aisles and chairs without armrests?”
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
Different models for seating
Why you want to avoid being 100% full
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“It doesn’t take much to shrink the number of chairs you have on an individual row just by allowing for a little bit of extra space.” – @toddadkins
“You never want to get in trouble with the fire marshal.” – @toddadkins
“Are you looking for crafty, comfy, or cramped?” – @toddadkins
“It is going to take a little bit for people to get used to cramped spaces.” – @danielsangi
“How do we create the sense of full, but still make sure we aren’t cramming people in?” – @danielsangi
“If you are walking into a service and you are new and late, it can be hard to find a seat.” – @toddadkins
“People are naturally going to want to have a little more space.” – @danielsangi
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If you’re on a phone or a tablet, then go to www.speakpipe.com/newchurches to download the app and record your message
When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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July 08, 2021Episode 609: The Great Sort, Part 2
In Episode 609 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Ed continue their discussion on the great sort.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How you shepherd new people that have re-sorted into your church
What to do with the people who left
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“Make sure that people get the whole DNA of your church.” – @edstetzer
“This gave people the opportunity to change and to leave.” – @danielsangi
“Are your church members now cancelling you based off of how you reacted in one situation or another?” – @danielsangi
“It’s the right thing to say yes we care, yes we want to learn, and we want to understand more.” – @edstetzer
“When something creates a global conversation, the church needs to have a voice in the midst of that.” – @edstetzer
“You have to focus on the people that God has in your parade at the moment.” – @edstetzer
“Maybe your choice should be driven more by theology and less by your ideology.” – @edstetzer
Recommended Resources:
Listen to Episode 607: The Great Sort
Help us Multiply the Mission:
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When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds

This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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18 min
July 05, 2021Episode 608: Preaching
In Episode 608 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Todd discuss what it looks like to build back better in regards to preaching.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How we should approach online church in the future
Ways to emphasize in-person church and groups
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“There will also be people that supplement church online. They will go in person a couple of times a month and online a couple of times a month.” – @toddadkins
“Your website and social media are the lobby and are going to continue to be people’s first impression of your church.” – @danielsangi
“Be intentional and remember that there are real people on the other side of the camera.” – @toddadkins
“What kind of Sunday-themed event can I do that gives people a reason to come back other than just another Sunday morning?” – @toddadkins
“Get some of your key leaders together and try to figure out the people and families who are still missing.” – @toddadkins
“There is nothing better to bring back some people that are a little reluctant than a personal invitation from a part of the family that they belong to.” – @toddadkins
Recommended Resources:
Listen to Episode 602: Remote Work
Listen to Episode 604: Staffing
Listen to Episode 606: Team Development
Help us Multiply the Mission:
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When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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20 min
July 01, 2021Episode 607: The Great Sort
In Episode 607 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Ed discuss what can pastors expect as COVID restrictions end and more people return to church.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
What the great sort is and how it will affect churches and church plants
How church response to cultural issues is affecting the sort
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“People right now, in the U.S. in particular, are sorting themselves into groups where they align ideologically and politically, not so much theologically any more.” – @edstetzer
“People are sorting themselves into churches that align with their concern about how racial injustice is addressed.” – @edstetzer
“Thirty percent of people coming into a new church were coming because they left their prior church for how they handled the pandemic.” – @edstetzer
“Churches are saying they are having a revival, but really they are just re-sorting.” – @edstetzer
“People who have had the word of God faithfully taught to them for 20 years at one church are leaving over how the church handled masks.” – @edstetzer
“Do not build your church on people who are dissatisfied.” – @edstetzer
Help us Multiply the Mission:
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If you’re on a phone or a tablet, then go to www.speakpipe.com/newchurches to download the app and record your message
When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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20 min
June 28, 2021Episode 606: Team Development
In Episode 606 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Todd discuss what it looks like to build back better in regards to team development.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
Why you need a structure to team development
How to create an environment that engages feedback
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“This is a great opportunity to audit your roles and audit the individuals in those roles.” – @toddadkins
“In retooling, it is a great time to take a step back and look at everything you do from the actual ministry that you do to the strategies, systems, and structures of it, to the volunteers and people themselves.” – @toddadkins
“Having a culture of development where people are learning and growing is important.” – @danielsangi
“The key factor is simple structure and systems that will help distribute the weight.” – @toddadkins
“Something as simple as a one page job description can really help you on your way to retooling.” – @toddadkins
“I recommend that all of your volunteer roles are only one year commitments and that way it forces you to do feedback.” – @danielsangi
Recommended Resources:
Listen to Episode 602: Remote Work
Listen to Episode 604: Staffing
Learn more about Ministry Grid
Help us Multiply the Mission:
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If you’re on a phone or a tablet, then go to www.speakpipe.com/newchurches to download the app and record your message
When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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19 min
June 24, 2021Episode 605: New Metrics of Church Planting Post-COVID
In Episode 605 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel shares a panel from a CPLF gathering on new metrics for church planting post-COVID.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
Why our current metrics may not work
Different ways to measure progress
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“What we measure changes us.”
“The vehicle we spent so much time building is not made for the environment we are entering.”
“Everything will be different from this point on, and I don’t think that is such a bad thing.”
“We are going to have to become more decentralized.”
“What are the names of the disciple makers in your organization?”
“A good number of those metrics have to be tied to the discipling conversations we are having with people.”
“What we measure or count is what gets repeated.”
Recommended Resources:
Learn more about CPLF
Help us Multiply the Mission:
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When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.
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June 21, 2021Episode 604: Staffing
In Episode 604 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Todd discuss what it looks like to build back better when it comes to staff.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
How do you lead out when it comes to staff
Why you need to rethink how to fill staff openings
Shareable Quotes (#NewChurches):
“The higher you go in leadership, more often than not, the less people want to tell you where you are ugly.” – @toddadkins
“Have a me-first attitude when it comes to service and living out the vision.” – @toddadkins
“You can teach whatever you want as a pastor, but you reproduce what you are.” – @toddadkins
“When you think about the team side of things and the programming side of things, it is so often that we put the programs ahead of the people.” – @danielsangi
“When you think about your team, do you have the right people on the bus?” – @danielsangi
“Just because you have a staff opening, doesn’t mean you need to fill it the same way you would pre-COVID.” – @danielsangi
“What COVID revealed is that it is more important to have the right people over the right positions.” – @toddadkins
Recommended Resources:
Listen to Episode 602: Remote Work
Help us Multiply the Mission:
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If you’re on a phone or a tablet, then go to www.speakpipe.com/newchurches to download the app and record your message
When you’re recording, introduce yourself and your context in about 15 seconds and then record your question for 30 seconds
This Episode’s Sponsor:
Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to know God’s Word and make disciples.
The primary way we partner with churches is through the Downline Institute, a 9 month biblical discipleship training program that walks students through the Bible (Genesis-Revelation), biblical manhood/womanhood, and key discipleship lessons. Listeners can receive $100 off tuition cost by using the code LIFEWAY when you apply at www.downlineministries.com.

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