LAUNCH Podcast with Anthony Delaney

Anthony Delaney / LAUNCH

Welcome to LAUNCH Podcast with Anthony Delaney. God is doing a new thing - let’s get involved! I’m here to drive you round the bend (so we can see what’s coming). In each weekly episode, I unpack and showcase the future thinking of practical and prophetic voices in church, leadership and culture to help us perceive and respond to the new reformation revolution we are living through.

  1. 1 day ago

    The Power of Local Churches in Global Missions | with Luke Gratton (Compassion UK)

    In this conversation, Anthony Delaney and Luke Gratton discuss the mission of Compassion UK, emphasizing its role in holistic child development and the importance of local churches in addressing extreme poverty. They share personal experiences of witnessing poverty firsthand and the transformative impact of Compassion's work. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by faith-based organizations in navigating political landscapes and the need for a generous church that embodies the principles of giving and stewardship. In this conversation, Luke Gratton and Anthony Delaney discuss the importance of generosity, community, and a global vision within the church. They emphasize the need for church leaders to remember the poor and to learn from global perspectives, particularly from the African church. The dialogue highlights the transformative power of relationships and the impact of compassionate leadership on communities. They also reflect on personal experiences that shaped their understanding of generosity and the kingdom of God.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Compassion UK and Its Mission 05:03 The Role of Local Churches in Compassion's Work 10:02 Experiencing Extreme Poverty: Personal Stories 15:08 Navigating Challenges and Political Engagement 19:46 Encouraging Generosity in the Church 26:43 The Call to Generosity and Community 30:00 Lessons from Global Perspectives 34:21 The Importance of a Global Vision 39:40 Transformational Leadership and Community Impact 45:23 Building Relational Connections for Kingdom Work

  2. 3 Sept

    Building a Church Against the Odds | with Julian Richards

    In this episode of the Launch Podcast, Anthony Delaney interviews Julian Richards, a prominent church leader from Wales. They discuss Julian's transformative encounter with God, the founding of Cornerstone Church, and the challenges of church planting in a secular environment. Julian shares insights on the importance of conviction in leadership, the need for relevance in ministry, and how to navigate criticism while staying true to one's calling. In this conversation, Julian Richards discusses the importance of faith in the face of criticism, the tension between church growth and outreach, and the need for a reformation in the church rather than relying on revivals. He emphasizes the necessity of building a missional church that addresses systemic issues and transforms leadership to focus on a missional mindset. The dialogue explores how churches can authentically represent Christ and serve their communities effectively. In this conversation, Julian Richards and Anthony Delaney explore the evolving role of the church in society, emphasizing the importance of a missional mindset and the need for equipping individuals to live out their faith in their communities. They discuss the transformative power of the church, the significance of discipleship beyond traditional church planting, and the impact of cultural transformation through missional communities. The conversation also highlights the current revival and growth within the church, supported by international partnerships and prayer movements aimed at reaching a million souls for Christ.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Julian Richards and His Impact 06:05 The Conviction Behind Cornerstone Church 12:00 Building a Church in a Hostile Environment 18:10 The Importance of Relevance in Ministry 28:19 Faith vs. Criticism: Understanding Different Spirits 36:10 Building a Missional Church: Addressing Systemic Issues 49:02 Transforming Church Leadership: A Missional Mindset 55:18 The Transformative Power of the Church 62:41 Cultural Transformation Through Missional Communities 72:01 International Partnerships and Prayer Movements

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Welcome to LAUNCH Podcast with Anthony Delaney. God is doing a new thing - let’s get involved! I’m here to drive you round the bend (so we can see what’s coming). In each weekly episode, I unpack and showcase the future thinking of practical and prophetic voices in church, leadership and culture to help us perceive and respond to the new reformation revolution we are living through.