Blayne Banting currently works at Briercrest College and Seminary. Over the years he has explored spiritual formation from the perspective of a small church pastor.

Wendy Kittlitz oversees both the Clergy Care efforts of Focus on the Family Canada as well as the Kerith Retreat Centres run by Focus on the Family. In this episode she touches on some of the following (with some help from Zoom AI companion): Pandemic Challenges and Self-Care for Frontline Leaders: Ron and Wendy discussed … Continue reading "Episode #62 – Wendy Kittlitz – Why Clergy Care and Kerith Retreats?"

Matt and Sue Craig minister in a small church in the Toronto area. What once was a predominantly white caucasian area has become a multiplicity of cultures. Hospitality is vital, respect of others and listening carefully are a vital part of ministry to a world culture.

Kyle Boone is a pastor in the town of Hamden, Ohio. He has done extensive research into the effect of domestic abuse pertaining to small church ministry. Statistically one in four church attendees will have been in a domestic abuse situation. Do you know how to recognize this and effectively minister in this situation. Hear what Kyle has to say.

Taylor Croissant serves as United Church minister in Lethbridge, Alberta. He has been concerned that denominations in Canada need to take a hard look at how they work - and if they work!

Ron Johnston, director of Small Church Connections, outlines the new Small Church Network that launches on June 2, 2023

The most recent study on parenting faith has been released by a partnership of agencies. Three representatives of those agencies sit down to talk with Ron Baker about the future of parenting faith.

Rick and Lindsay discuss the latest research done regarding evangelical Canadians approach to parenting faith. The research supports parental involvement - with some interesting twists. The place of the church? Again, a rethinking for many is needed!

Wayne Neumiller has served a small church in Irma, Alberta - two times! Returning to the same church has meant assessing the viability of a return and preparing for a succession. Practical and principled advice is given by Wayne.

Calvin Andringa is the pastor of Tofield Alliance Church, a small church just outside of Edmonton, Alberta. He has served the church for the last 30 years and has learned some valuable lessons. Calvin shares these thoughts with humility, vision and passion.