SCBA Leadership Podcast

Matt Singleton
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This is the podcast of the South Central Baptist Area, a partnership between the Gambrell and Gonzales Baptist Associations which are spread across 11+ counties in south Texas. The aim of this podcast is to provide an opportunity for our ministers and lay leaders to learn and grow.

  1. 2D AGO

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #169 – On Tips & Tools for a Better Marriage with Dr. Chad Schapiro and Dr. Erica Schapiro

    What are the root issues that are often under the problems many couples present?   How can the gospel help couples give grace to one another?   In this episode our Director of Missions, Matt Singleton, interviews Dr. Chad Schapiro and Dr. Erica Schapiro. The Schapiro's have served in the local church for many years and both earned advanced degrees focused on marriage and now they provide custom marriage conferences to churches. If you’re interested, you can contact them at the email below.    chad.schapiro@texasbaptists.org

    53 min

  2. MAR 3

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #168 – On Discerning Spiritual Movements with Dr. Darrell Horn

    What are markers of true spiritual movements?   Why is it important for church leaders to discern these movements?   In this episode our Director of Missions, Matt Singleton, interviews Dr. Darrell Horn, Executive Director of the San Antonio Baptist Association. Dr. Horn spent 17 years writing “Discerning Spiritual Movements: Testing the Spirits.” You can get a copy on Amazon or by contacting the SABA office.   darrellh@sabatx.org https://a.co/d/0bAagS5Z

    1 hr

  3. FEB 24

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #167--On Grace Community School in Runge, Texas with Victoria Medina & Corey Barnes

    Why start a Christian school in a small town?   What are the benefits of a Christian education?   In this episode our Director of Missions, Matt Singleton, speaks with Corey Barnes, President of the School Board for Grace Community School in Runge, Texas and its School Director, Victoria Medina. GCS will begin their first semester in the fall of 2026! For more information, visit their website and FaceBook page…   https://www.gracecommunitytx.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581628146502# info@gracecommunitytx.com

    40 min

  4. FEB 17

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #166--On Associational Support for Church Planting with Robby Partain & Dustin Wooten

    How can local churches, associations, state conventions and national entities work together to support the start of new churches? What are signs a person is ready to plant a church? In this particular episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the SCBA, interviews Robby Partain, Executive Director for the Bluebonnet Association, and Dustin Wooten, the Church Planting Consultant for BBA and a church planter in the city of Schertz, Texas. BBA has a unique approach to church planting that has been honed in for over 25 years. They help partner church planters with local churches and state workers. A solid third of their active churches have been plants!

    1h 11m

  5. FEB 10

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #165--On Seminary Education with Dr. Joe Rangel

    How can a seminary education be a benefit to ministers?   What are the obstacles to gaining an education and how can they be overcome?   On this episode of the SCBA Leadership Podcast, Matt Singleton (DOM for the SCBA) speaks with Dr. Joe Rangel, Director of Truett Seminary in San Antonio (house at Trinity Baptist Church’s campus). Dr. Joe Rangel previously served as interim dean of the School of Christian Studies and taught Christian Ministry at Wayland Baptist University. Prior to his time at Wayland, he served as executive pastor at First Baptist Church Weslaco. Dr. Rangel received a BA in political science from Southern Methodist University, an MDiv in mission/evangelism from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a PhD from Biola University in intercultural education.   Truett San Antonio Preview Day -- Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 8:30-11:30 am Trinity Baptist Church 319 E Mulberry Ave San Antonio, TX 78212 United States https://grad.baylor.edu/register/sanantoniopreview

    38 min

  6. FEB 3

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #164--CHURCHES AT RISK SERIES On Church Closures with David Smith, Ryan Jespersen & Jon Davis

    When is it time to close the doors of a church?   What should come of the resources they have left?   Who can help with this process?   What might a pastor or church member experience in the process of closing a church?   This episode is part of a short series on churches at risk. People may be few, funds may be low, facilities may be in disrepair and big changes are likely needed, but there is help available. If your church needs assistance in revitalization, replanting, adoption, fostering, merging, or closing the doors, don’t hesitate to reach out at Matt@southcentralarea.net.   In this particular episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the SCBA, is joined by David Smith (Executive Director for Austin Baptist Association), Jon Smith (Executive Director for San Felipe Baptist Association) and Ryan Jespersen (Executive Director of Dallas Baptist Association) who spearheaded the conversation on church closures.

    48 min

  7. JAN 29

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #163--On Protests in Houses of Worship & Immigration in America with Nino Gonzales & Joshua Fuentes

    How should Christians view the protest that recently took place inside a house of worship?    What should churches do (and not do) if protesters interrupt their worship services?   What does the Bible say about how immigrants ought to be treated?   Where might faithful Christians disagree on the issue of illegal immigration?   On this episode of the SCBA Leadership Podcast, Matt Singleton (DOM for the SCBA) speaks with Nino Gonzales, the Director of Church Engagement and Senior Director of South Texas for the Church Ambassador Network of Texas. They are joined by Joshua Fuentes, pastor of Crestview Baptist Church in San Antonio.   The Gospel Coalition article–The FAQs: What Should Churches Do When Protest Enters the Sanctuary? https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/faqs-churches-protest-sanctuary/#:~:text=Don't%20wait%20for%20a,when%20specific%20threats%20are%20identified.

    1h 13m

  8. JAN 27

    SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #162--CHURCHES AT RISK SERIES On Church Mergers and Adoptions with Dr. James Nugent and Dr. Jonathan Smith

    What is the difference between a church marriage (merger) and a church adoption?   What circumstances make a merger or adoption possible? What are warning signs it won’t work?   This episode is part of a short series on churches at risk. People may be few, funds may be low, facilities may be in disrepair and big changes are likely needed, but there is help available. If your church needs assistance in revitalization, replanting, adoption, fostering, merging, or closing the doors, don’t hesitate to reach out at Matt@southcentralarea.net.   In this particular episode Matt Singleton, Director of Missions for the SCBA, interviews Dr. James Nugent, the Director of Church Strategies with the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Joining in on the conversation is Dr. Jonathan Smith, Associate Director of the Texas Baptists Center for Church Health.

    58 min
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This is the podcast of the South Central Baptist Area, a partnership between the Gambrell and Gonzales Baptist Associations which are spread across 11+ counties in south Texas. The aim of this podcast is to provide an opportunity for our ministers and lay leaders to learn and grow.

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  • Creator
    Matt Singleton
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    168
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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    SCBA Leadership Podcast