This episode of the R3 Ministry Network podcast features Pastor James O'Brien from Greater Light Baptist Church in Lillington, North Carolina. Pastor James shares his personal story of becoming a bi-vocational pastor, the challenges he faced such as having low attendance and struggling with doubt, and how he relied on faith and his relationship with Christ to persevere.

He recounts the discouragement of times when no one came to his church and how his faith was tested, leading him to find solace in scripture. Pastor James emphasizes the importance of being faithful despite the lack of visible results and the unexpected help he received from a community member that transformed his church's building situation. 

This podcast offers encouragement to other pastors facing similar struggles, reminding them of the importance of patience, faith in God’s timing, and maintaining strength through the Word.

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Healthy Leaders…Strong Churches

Refresh A Pastor (and his wife)! 

Everyone could use a regular refreshment and pastors and their wives are no exception. That’s why we want to help refresh as many pastors and their wives as we are afforded. We know pastors keep long hours and full days. Often their wives work outside the home as well. Additionally, some pastors work part-time jobs to help make ends meet. Extra finances for a much-needed date outing are just not available. We want to help. So, we began the Refresh a Pastor ministry. Refresh a Pastor commits $100 per month for 12 months to needy pastors used exclusively for a once per month date outing. It has been a huge encouragement to many, and we want to bless many more! 

Pastor Advisory Team Summary

The need for pastors we serve at R3 is access to godly counsel that is experienced, caring, strong in character, and willing to help. Could you use a team that recognizes your unique tasks as a pastor, church planter, or revitalizer?  If so, we designed a Pastor Advisory Team with you in mind. To learn more, email [email protected] 

Proverbs 11:14, 15:22

Our Iron Team calls are designed to sharpen and influence one another, as iron sharpens iron according to Proverbs 27:17. The goal is to enhance our ministry impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

During these calls, we bring together pastors, missionaries, and full-time ministry leaders, with one designated leader per team. Your presence and active participation are highly valued and beneficial. 

To learn more about IRON Team calls and how to get involved, please click here: (r3ministrynetwork.org)

In this episode, the Pastor Bane and Pastor Duncan Smith  share’s a personal testimony of being called to preach during active duty, emphasizing the importance of faith over fear.

The discussion covers the role of a shepherd in guiding a church through transitions, reassuring congregants of God's unwavering love and care. Key points include the reminder that the church belongs to Christ, not any individual pastor, and the encouragement to do more for God's cause as the Lord's return approaches. 

This episode concludes with the assurance that God's will and grace will always provide guidance and support.

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Healthy Leaders…Strong Churches

Refresh A Pastor (and his wife)! 

Everyone could use a regular refreshment and pastors and their wives are no exception. That’s why we want to help refresh as many pastors and their wives as we are afforded. We know pastors keep long hours and full days. Often their wives work outside the home as well. Additionally, some pastors work part-time jobs to help make ends meet. Extra finances for a much-needed date outing are just not available. We want to help. So, we began the Refresh a Pastor ministry. Refresh a Pastor commits $100 per month for 12 months to needy pastors used exclusively for a once per month date outing. It has been a huge encouragement to many, and we want to bless many more! 

Pastor Advisory Team Summary

The need for pastors we serve at R3 is access to godly counsel that is experienced, caring, strong in character, and willing to help. Could you use a team that recognizes your unique tasks as a pastor, church planter, or revitalizer?  If so, we designed a Pastor Advisory Team with you in mind. To learn more, email [email protected] 

Proverbs 11:14, 15:22

Our Iron Team calls are designed to sharpen and influence one another, as iron sharpens iron according to Proverbs 27:17. The goal is to enhance our ministry impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

During these calls, we bring together pastors, missionaries, and full-time ministry leaders, with one designated leader per team. Your presence and active participation are highly valued and beneficial. 

To learn more about IRON Team calls and how to get involved, please click here: (r3ministrynetwork.org)

In this episode of the R3 ministry podcast, Pastor Corey Bane from Advanced Pastoral Concepts and Pastor Duncan Smith of Park Meadows Baptist Church discuss the intricacies of the interim pastoral process and the transition into senior pastorship. 

The conversation highlights the importance of prayer, structured processes, and thorough preparations. Pastor Smith shares his journey from candidacy to acceptance, emphasizing the impact of organized and genuine interactions with the church community. 

This episode underscores the significance of doing things decently and in order, ensuring a smooth and uplifting transition for all parties involved.

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Healthy Leaders…Strong Churches

Refresh A Pastor (and his wife)! 

Everyone could use a regular refreshment and pastors and their wives are no exception. That’s why we want to help refresh as many pastors and their wives as we are afforded. We know pastors keep long hours and full days. Often their wives work outside the home as well. Additionally, some pastors work part-time jobs to help make ends meet. Extra finances for a much-needed date outing are just not available. We want to help. So, we began the Refresh a Pastor ministry. Refresh a Pastor commits $100 per month for 12 months to needy pastors used exclusively for a once per month date outing. It has been a huge encouragement to many, and we want to bless many more! 

Pastor Advisory Team Summary

The need for pastors we serve at R3 is access to godly counsel that is experienced, caring, strong in character, and willing to help. Could you use a team that recognizes your unique tasks as a pastor, church planter, or revitalizer?  If so, we designed a Pastor Advisory Team with you in mind. To learn more, email [email protected] 

Proverbs 11:14, 15:22

Our Iron Team calls are designed to sharpen and influence one another, as iron sharpens iron according to Proverbs 27:17. The goal is to enhance our ministry impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

During these calls, we bring together pastors, missionaries, and full-time ministry leaders, with one designated leader per team. Your presence and active participation are highly valued and beneficial. 

To learn more about IRON Team calls and how to get involved, please click here: (r3ministrynetwork.org)

In this episode of the R3 Ministry Network podcast, host Pastor Corey Bane is joined by Pastor Rick Finley of Fellowship Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina. They discuss the crucial topic of maintaining joy in pastoral ministry. 

They share personal experiences and practical advice on how to find joy amidst the challenges of ministry. Topics covered include the importance of joy in the pulpit and pew, balancing ministry with family life, and maintaining a positive spirit in difficult seasons. They also touch on the role of social media and the significance of mentoring and support networks for pastors.

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 Contact Information:Pastor Rick Finley at  [email protected]

Pastor Corey Bane at Advanced Pastoral Concepts via www.apcministry.com

Healthy Leaders…Strong Churches

Refresh A Pastor (and his wife)! 

Everyone could use a regular refreshment and pastors and their wives are no exception. That’s why we want to help refresh as many pastors and their wives as we are afforded. We know pastors keep long hours and full days. Often their wives work outside the home as well. Additionally, some pastors work part-time jobs to help make ends meet. Extra finances for a much-needed date outing are just not available. We want to help. So, we began the Refresh a Pastor ministry. Refresh a Pastor commits $100 per month for 12 months to needy pastors used exclusively for a once per month date outing. It has been a huge encouragement to many, and we want to bless many more! 

Pastor Advisory Team Summary

The need for pastors we serve at R3 is access to godly counsel that is experienced, caring, strong in character, and willing to help. Could you use a team that recognizes your unique tasks as a pastor, church planter, or revitalizer?  If so, we designed a Pastor Advisory Team with you in mind. To learn more, email [email protected] 

Proverbs 11:14, 15:22

Our Iron Team calls are designed to sharpen and influence one another, as iron sharpens iron according to Proverbs 27:17. The goal is to enhance our ministry impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. 

During these calls, we bring together pastors, missionaries, and full-time ministry leaders, with one designated leader per team. Your presence and active participation are highly valued and beneficial. 

To learn more about IRON Team calls and how to get involved, please click here: (r3ministrynetwork.org)

Pastor Greg celebrates the introduction of Peter Rall, who is joining the R3 team as an ambassador. With a friendship spanning 33 years, Peter shares his powerful journey of faith, including mission trips that left lasting impacts on both him and those he served. Throughout the conversation, Peter and Greg discuss Peter's background, his calling, and the immense value of connecting directly with pastors.

Peter also shares moving stories from his past experiences, emphasizing the importance of using one's gifts for God's work, no matter one's occupation. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for pastors and encouragement for those in ministry.

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Email: [email protected]

Mobile : 215.828.4630 

In this episode, we embark on a journey of transformation, exploring the profound impact of initiatives like the Adopt-A-Church Ministry and the heartening gestures of the Refresh a Pastor program. 

Through enlightening conversations with pastors Corey Bane and Greg Joyner, alongside esteemed guests, we uncover the intricate tapestry of revitalization, from the inception of Coronado Baptist Church to the poignant moments of legacy preservation and pastoral transition.

Join us as we navigate the intricate terrain of pastoral leadership, emphasizing the virtues of humility, mentorship, and proactive retirement planning. Through inspiring narratives and candid reflections, we bear witness to the unwavering commitment and indomitable faith of pastors such as Pastor Crews, Ryan Marsh, and Pastor MacRae, each leaving an indelible mark on their congregations and communities.

 Stay tuned for an enthralling episode brimming with passion, purpose, and the enduring spirit of ministry, exclusively on R3 Ministry.

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#R3Ministry #ChurchRevitalization #PastoralSupport #TucsonAZ #AdoptAChurch #RefreshAPastor #MinistryPartnerships #PastoralLeadership #LegacyPreservation #FaithJourney #CommunityImpact #PastoralEmpowerment #InspiringMinistries #RevitalizedChurches #SpiritualRenewal #LeadershipDevelopment #RetirementPlanning #FaithInAction #PodcastEpisode #ChristianLeadership

This episode is about R3 Ministry Network, Greg Joyner podcast, church revitalization, pastor support, ministry grants, healthy churches, community impact, church restoration, pastoral leadership, church partnerships, gospel outreach, church resources, R3 pillars, church growth, ministry encouragement, revitalization stories, church community impact, church leadership programs, and church ministry support.

It discussed the three pillars of their ministry: refreshing burdened and overwhelmed pastors, reviving stagnant churches, and restoring churches that are near closing.

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Take a step towards revitalizing churches and supporting pastors today! 

Email Greg at [email protected] to learn more, recommend someone for the Refresh program, or explore how you can partner with R3 Ministry Network. 

Your involvement can make a lasting impact on pastors, church leaders, and communities. 

Don't miss out—join us on this journey of refreshment, revival, and restoration. Email now and be a part of the R3 movement: [email protected].

This episode is a conversation between Josh Cox and Pastor Duston Moore

They discuss Pastor Moore's background and experience in ministry, as well as the challenges he faced when becoming the pastor of Ravenswood Baptist Church and how he helped revitalize the church through preaching God's word and shepherding the people.

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Links:https://ravenswoodbaptist.org/https://www.facebook.com/duston.moore

is episode is the discussion between Pastor Corey Bane and five assistant pastors (Justin Williams, Maico Rubio, John Horton, Hunter Kidwell, and Jordan Jones) of Shenandoah Bible Baptist Church in Martinsburg, West Virginia, along with their new senior Pastor John Woullard.

They discuss healthy staff relationships, transitions between pastors, conflict resolution, and buying into the pastor's vision.What we discuss:

Inspiring Insights on Pastoral Succession and Leadership Transition

This episode is between Pastor Corey Bane and Pastor John Woullard discussing pastoral succession at Shenandoah Bible Baptist Church in Martinsburg, West Virginia. Pastor Bane was the pastor for 9 years before resigning. 

Pastor Woullard was an assistant pastor for 14 years at another church before becoming the new pastor at Shenandoah.

They discuss how to smoothly transition leadership between pastors through open communication, humility, prayer and trusting God's timing and direction.

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