If you struggle to develop deep, authentic, honest connections with other leaders, then this episode is for you. Tom Bennardo isn’t just a four-decade veteran pastor, leader, and author… he’s real. He’s more real than most pastors choose to be. Tom's newly-released book, entitled Open-Hearted People, Soul-Connected Church is a terrific tool to help Pastors develop life-giving friendships for themselves and others in their churches.

Tom and Marcia live in Southern California and he serves to train and coach pastors and church planters all over the country for the Fellowship of Evangelical Churches. His “Honest Guide to Church Planting” and adventures at Life Community Church (Hilliard, OH) offer a bevy of insights and helps for other pastors and leaders.

Bennardo also served as Gary Underwood’s youth pastor and left a permanent mark on Gary’s approach to God, leadership, and pastoral ministry. For Gary and so many others, Tom’s life and words and heart continue to have life-changing impact on their faith and leadership. No regrets, Tom!