Every ministry needs more leaders, but finding the right people often feels overwhelming. In this episode, we unpack Muta Mwenya's Engage session, Discover the Formula to Identify High-Potential Leaders. Church leaders will learn how to shift from a mindset of scarcity to abundance by recognizing that God has already placed future leaders right within their church family. This conversation offers a practical, character-based framework to help you identify, develop, and mobilize the people who will carry your mission forward.

Main Ideas

• The leaders you need are already in your church.
   Stop assuming you must hire externally; your next great leader is likely already serving, attending, or quietly waiting to be noticed.
• High-potential leaders always carry three traits: hungry, teachable, and available.
  Skills can be trained, but character cannot. Pay close attention to people who show up consistently, ask great questions, receive feedback well, and lean into growth.
• Discipleship isn’t complete until it leads to mobilization.
  People leave churches when they feel unseen or unused. Inviting them into a meaningful mission is essential for retention, growth, and healthy leadership development.

Why It Matters
Pastors today are stretched thinner than ever, and sustainable ministry requires shared leadership. Identifying and developing the right people not only lightens your load, it unlocks the mission capacity of your church. When you equip hungry, teachable, and available people, you build a leadership pipeline that strengthens every ministry area.

Call to Action

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• Share this episode with another church leader who may be facing the same struggles.
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Shareable Snippet
“Skills can be taught, but character can’t. Look for the people who are hungry, teachable, and available; your next great leaders are already in your church.”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Every leader loves to feel appreciated, but real effectiveness in ministry goes beyond applause. In this episode of The Deep Dive, our AI hosts unpack Faith Yuri Cho’s powerful session from the Engage Conference, Effective Leadership vs. Popular Leadership. Discover how to move from people-pleasing to purpose-driven leadership that produces lasting spiritual fruit and true disciple-making.

Main Ideas

• Breadth must lead to depth. Large reach and growth are valuable only if they lead people toward deeper spiritual formation and transformation.
• Grace must lead to truth. Welcoming everyone is essential, but transformation requires honest, loving truth that challenges people to grow.
• Fellowship must lead to commitment. True community isn’t built in comfort, it’s built in the messy, consistent, forgiving work of real relationships.
• Moving forward must mean moving with God. Ministry success isn’t defined by numbers or energy. It’s found in following God’s specific voice for your church.

Why It Matters

In a culture obsessed with numbers and approval, pastors and ministry teams must remember that true fruitfulness is found in transformation, not popularity. Leading effectively means aligning every effort with God’s calling, even when it’s unpopular or uncomfortable.

Call to Action

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Shareable Snippet
 “Effective leadership never settles for inspiration; it pushes toward transformation.”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Automation can be a ministry lifesaver, but only if it feels personal. In this episode of The Tech in Church Podcast, our AI host explores Joshua Miles’ Engage Conference session, “Automation Escalation: Engage Each Person Uniquely.” You’ll learn how to build systems that help your church connect more meaningfully, ensuring every message feels intentional, not automated. This episode offers a roadmap to using technology as a ministry partner, not a replacement for authentic relationships.

Main Ideas 

• Automation should feel human. Learn how to craft automated workflows that build real connection, not cold communication.
• Adopt the ISA Method—Integration, Segmentation, Automation. Discover how these three principles help you engage each person uniquely and efficiently.
• Let your CRM do the heavy lifting. Free your staff from repetitive admin tasks so they can focus on people, not paperwork.

Why It Matters 

You want to connect with every guest, volunteer, and member—but there’s only so much time in a week. This episode shows how smart automation can help your ministry follow up consistently, personalize communication, and keep people from slipping through the cracks.

Call to Action

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• Share this episode with another church leader who may be facing the same struggles.
• Visit the Text In Church website for tools and resources to help your ministry communicate clearly and connect with more people.

Shareable Snippet
 “Automation doesn’t replace personal ministry, it multiplies it. When used well, it helps every person feel known, noticed, and valued.”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Ministry is demanding, and when you’re not healthy, everything else suffers. In this episode of The Deep Dive, we unpack Clay Scroggins’ Four Behaviors for Becoming the Healthiest Version of Yourself, revealing how your internal world shapes your leadership impact. If you’ve been running on empty or just need a spiritual and emotional reset, this episode offers practical rhythms to help you lead from a place of strength, balance, and peace.

Main Ideas 

• Find Simplicity: Ruthlessly prioritize your purpose and learn to say “no” to distractions that don’t align with your mission.
• Speak Truth to Yourself: Replace self-doubt and overcommitment with honest, faith-filled internal dialogue.
• Press Pause: Embrace Sabbath, fasting, and intentional rest to build trust that God’s work continues even when you step away.
• Get Quiet: Create space to hear from God and recognize what’s really going on inside you and around you.
  
  

Why This Matters

Healthy leadership starts with a healthy leader. When you make space for simplicity, silence, and rest, you not only strengthen your own emotional and spiritual life—you empower your team and your church to thrive from a foundation of authenticity and presence.

Call to Action

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Shareable Snippet
“God doesn’t compete with our noise. The more we turn down distractions, the more clearly we can hear His whisper and lead from a place of peace.”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Volunteers are the heartbeat of every church, but keeping them connected, encouraged, and energized can feel overwhelming. In this Deep Dive episode, we unpack insights from Neil Roe’s Engage Conference session, Small Ways to Communicate With, Reach Toward, and Retain Volunteers. You’ll hear real-life examples from leaders who use simple, consistent practices to build trust and lasting connections.

Main Ideas

• Caring for many people requires intentional systems, not one leader doing everything.
• Consistency in small actions, such as handwritten birthday cards or thoughtful texts, builds trust.
• Communication is “the honey” that keeps teams connected.
• Smart use of tools like texting platforms allows leaders to care personally without being stretched too thin.
• Even lighthearted social media posts or weekly youth questions can create meaningful touchpoints that drive engagement
  
  

Why This Matters
Leaders often feel pressure to rely on big events or dramatic efforts to keep volunteers engaged. This episode shows that the most powerful way to care for people is through small, steady acts of connection. Whether it is a prayer text, a birthday card, or a simple follow-up, these touches communicate value and belonging. When volunteers feel known and cared for, they are more likely to stay committed and invite others in.

Next Steps

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• Share this episode with another church leader who may be facing the same struggles.
• Visit the Text In Church website for tools and resources to help your ministry communicate clearly and connect with more people

A Thought to Share

“Your labor is not in vain. Small, consistent acts of care often have the biggest impact.”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Ministry can feel like a never-ending to-do list, and leaders often find themselves at the very bottom. In this Deep Dive episode, we revisit Carly Moore’s Engage Summit session, How to Reclaim Your Time Without Neglecting Yourself. You’ll hear practical ways to use simple systems to reduce overwhelm, keep promises, and strengthen personal connections.

Main Ideas

• Why “trying harder” doesn’t solve the problem of feeling overwhelmed.
• How systems can support personal care without replacing genuine connection.
• The power of prayer request workflows that ensure no one falls through the cracks.
• Why consistency builds trust, connection, and ultimately church growth.

Why This Matters

Pastors and ministry leaders carry heavy loads. Carly Moore’s story shows how building systems that work with you—not in place of you—turns guilt and exhaustion into consistency and care. These tools not only save time but also help leaders create the deeper relationships that keep people connected and committed.

Next Steps

• Click here to subscribe to the Tech In Church Podcast 
• Share this episode with another church leader who may be facing the same struggles.
• Visit the Text In Church website for tools and resources to help your ministry communicate clearly and connect with more people

A Thought to Share

“When people feel truly known, noticed, and loved, they will invest and invite.”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Leadership is rewarding, but it can also feel exhausting. In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts unpack Carey Nieuwhof’s Engage Summit session, Seven Questions You Should Ask Yourself When You’re Tired of Leading. This conversation explores what happens when the leader becomes the roadblock to change and how to break free before burnout takes over.

Main Ideas

• The biggest obstacle to change in your church might actually be you.
• Seven self-reflection questions that uncover hidden resistance.
• How to move from clinging to past success to leading with renewed courage.
• Why staying the same is often riskier than embracing change.

Why This Matters

Every church leader knows the pressure of constant disruption: post-COVID realities, cultural shifts, and changing community needs. This episode offers tools to help you spot your own resistance and lean into mission-focused change that will help your church thrive, not just survive.

Next Steps

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• Share this episode with another church leader who may be facing the same struggles.
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A Thought to Share

“Change is risky, but staying the same is even riskier. What’s holding you back from leading with courage in this season?”

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

Have you ever wondered how tech can help your church connect better? 

How can AI not just aid but multiply your ministry efforts? 

Are there proven tech tools that can help you save time and focus more on your flock?

In this episode, we're joined by Randalin Ward, the Member Support Manager at Text In Church, who has some pretty cool insights on these questions. 

We’re going to pick her brains on all things AI and tech in the church, from favorite tools to strategic usage. 

She gives us a tour through how tools like Loom and AI bots like Fathom, ChatGPT, and Jasper are being used in her team to save time and improve efficiency, all while aiding in enhancing genuine connections among church members. 

Randalin emphasizes that these tools are meant to supplement human work, not replace it, thus creating more space for personal interactions and group trainings. 

Join us as we delve even deeper into all these tools and learn how technology can play a role in enhancing personal connections in your ministry.

Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes:

• Utilizing AI and tech tools to enhance, not replace, human work in the church
• The importance and ease of learning new tech tools 
• Stories of successful tech implementation in churches

Links from this episode:

• Know more about  Randalin Ward: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randalin-ward
• Download Pomofocus to boost your productivity: https://pomofocus.io

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Most churches really struggle to communicate consistently with their people and that can leave them feeling disconnected. Text In Church is an easy-to-use 2-way texting system created for churches to connect with their members and guests beyond Sunday mornings to make them feel known, noticed, and loved.

Text the word, CONNECT, to 816-429-9396 to start your free 60-day trial of Text In Church today to see just how easy it is.

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

In the world of church communications, technology has completely changed the game. Texting, in particular, is a standout tool, allowing direct engagement with congregations and communities.

Today's conversation with the Chief Experience Officer at Text In Church, Caleb Miller, sheds light on the dynamic options available for effective communication within church communities.

Our discussion delves deep into the intricate world of cell phone carriers and their profound impact on our ability to effectively communicate with our church community. Caleb takes us through the crucial process of verifying phone numbers, shedding light on its significance for both carriers and churches alike.

We also tackle the questions of using toll-free 800 numbers and short codes, and how they can affect the personalization of our messages.

For an in-depth exploration of these dynamic communication avenues and their impact on fostering stronger church connections, be sure to catch the entire episode!

Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes:

• The importance of verifying phone numbers to ensure message deliverability
• The pros and cons of toll-free 800 numbers and short codes for church texting
• Text In Church's notes pages and video pages features for long-form content and high-quality videos

Link from this episode:

• Know more about Caleb Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebemiller

For more valuable information from Tech in Church, be sure to check out these:

• Catch up on all the latest Tech in Church episodes: Text in Church Podcast
• Subscribe to Tech in Church’s YouTube channel: @TextInChurch

Most church leaders really struggle to maintain a healthy work-life balance because making ministry calls on the go means you can’t keep your personal cell phone. number private. Talk In Church is an easy-to-use phone system created for churches so you can make and take calls on the go and on your schedule without sharing your personal cell phone number ever again.

Text the word, PHONE, to 816-429-9396 to start your free 14-day trial of Talk in Church today to see just how easy it is.

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.

The use of technology in prayer and community building is not a new concept, but its significance has grown immensely in recent years.

This episode explores the ways in which technology is being harnessed to strengthen prayer practices and foster a sense of community among believers.

We have Stephanie Murphy from Stonebridge Church to offer valuable insights on leveraging technology to enhance ministry. Having been at the forefront of this endeavor, Stephanie's experiences shed light on the challenges they encountered and the strategies they implemented to stay connected during these transformative times.

We discuss Stephanie's experience with using technology for prayer, the challenges they faced, and the strategies they implemented to stay connected. We also talk about the impact of Talk In Church and other tools on their community during the difficult times of 2020.

Stephanie's advice to church leaders looking to embrace technology is simple: "Give it a try." Today's technology tools are user-friendly, and experimenting with them can lead to better connections, improved ministry, and more time for meaningful interactions with your congregation.

If you're looking to strengthen your connection with your congregation, this episode will give you valuable insights on how technology can be a powerful tool for communication and building relationships. Don't miss this episode of Tech in Church!

Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes:

• The importance of prayer and staying connected
• Developing a strategy for technology implementation
• How Talk In Church and other tools impact success

Links from this episode:

• Know more about Stephanie Murphy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-murphysbc
• Visit Stonebridge Church website: https://stonebridge.church/about-us/
• Explore Talk In Church with our demo: https://textin.church/ufCxl
• Get started with a 14-day free trial: https://www.talkinchurch.com

For more valuable information from Tech in Church, be sure to check out these:

• Catch up on all the latest Tech in Church episodes: Text in Church Podcast
• Subscribe to Tech in Church’s YouTube channel: @TextInChurch

Most church leaders really struggle to maintain a healthy work-life balance because making ministry calls on the go means you can’t keep your personal cell phone. number private. Talk In Church is an easy-to-use phone system created for churches so you can make and take calls on the go and on your schedule without sharing your personal cell phone number ever again.

Text the word, PHONE, to 816-429-9396 to start your free 14-day trial of Talk in Church today to see just how easy it is.

The Tech In Church Podcast is a Text In Church team production. For more information about this podcast, go to https://podcast.textinchurch.com. For more information on Text in Church, visit https://textinchurch.com.