Congregational Help

Ministry is impossible without you. Here are six ways you can help. 

...you'll need something to write with

Conversations with my dad will never get old. This discussion on pastoral behavior is worth listening too. Our job is extremely difficult but sometime...

RUSTY

This episode was recorded a while ago (we had some release issues) nevertheless, it's a great conversation about some really important things and a fe...

Welcome to Volume 2

Welcome back! I know it's been a while but we are excited to return with this all new season, we hope you'll join us!

-FFA-

I've asked myself so many times, "How did I get here?". How am I to the place where I'm pastoring people that are so "different" than me. However, whe...

Authentic Leadership

Authenticity is bringing your best self in the service of other people. Join us as we sit down with Dan Owolabi to discuss his new book - Authentic Le...

Thoughts Without Notes

What's the effect of empathy? Conversations about racism. What's going on? How did we get here? The pain of loss. White privilege. What are Christians...

Start The Ripple Watch It Go

Changing the world may be easier than you think. 

The Vulnerability Theory

Experts are saying that vulnerability is not weakness, but, it is our most accurate measure of courage. Is this true? Join us as we discuss. 

Pastoral Fatigue

Pastoral fatigue is a silent killer in ministry. God gave us the gift of rest, we should do so more often. 

University College

For the pass eleven years I've spent most of my time pastoring college students, here's what I've learned... 

G&G Country Club

There's a lesson in everything we do, start looking for them.  

Don't Run

When things get hard we're tempted to run away from them...don't. 

Pastor Dad

Jon and I discuss what it's like being pastors kids.   

No Cracks Part Two

This is part two of my conversation with Cody and Matt, if you haven’t had a chance, go check out No Cracks Part One. In this episode we continue to t...

No Cracks Part One

What is worship? What does a worship pastor do? Is there a difference between a preacher and a pastor? Smoke and lights? Who’s the black lady giving t...

Stop At The Question

Questions and answers. Answers to questions.  

The Story of Goldberry

Doug Cooper is a devoted father, Christ follower, husband, and entrepreneur. He is also passionate about coffee; so much so that he started his own ro...

Pastoring The Pandemic

We're in the middle of a pandemic and everything has changed. We talk about what pastoring during this time has been like. 

Hermit Crabs & Sheep

Doug Cooper has been a worship leader for thirty five years and has worked with seven different pastors. He has learned many things along the way and...

The Checklist

How are sermons prepared? What does that look like? How long does it take? What's for dinner? Why did you leave? Do you regret that decision? Is it re...

COVID-19

Thoughts and reactions to COVID-19.
Stay informed and listen to the right people.
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September 1, 2019

Teaching people about God is the most fulfilling, rewarding, and most stressful job I’ve ever had. Preaching is personal and public. Preaching is the...

Every Thursday Night

Life - Love - Food - God - Family - Lessons - History - Color - Gifts - Tradition.

Perfectly Planned Part Two

Seriously, when are we going to start fully trusting God? Why are we still surprised when God does amazing things? Join us for part two of this story....

Caught Flat Footed

Depending on pace the things that can throw us off balance are often the small things.

Perfectly Planned Part One

Yes, it has become a cliche thing for Christians to say “God has a plan”, but do we really believe that? Do we “plan” things with God in mind? Are we...

Not One, Not Two, Not Three...

Young pastors bring an energy to church and ministry life that is fun, magnetizing, and encouraging. However, young pastors know very little and have...

Two Spot LEGO Block

How many friends do pastors really have? Ohio is where? Why does student ministry matter? Someone gave you what? Does that hurt? What’s the problem wi...

How Did I Get Here w/ Matt Shanlian

Matt and I have been friends for over 15 years. We have a lot in common and he has a unique perspective on life, ministry, and pastors. Join us (newbi...

How Did I Get Here Intro