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Conversations with European church builders about all things building local church! Hosted by Rich Martin
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| The Rich Martin Podcast | Episode 42 Navigating the mess of a church breakdown - Dan & Claire Maudhub
Managing the mess of a church breakdown, a personal reflection on repentance as leaders and how God restores - their journey of going again!
Join Rich Martin in this heartfelt conversation with Claire and Dan Maude. They share their profound and challenging journey of building a church, dealing with unexpected setbacks, navigating repentance and healing, and emerging with renewed spirit and purpose. From their early days in a small church to leading a larger community, and the monumental challenges they faced, their story is a powerful testament to faith, humility, and the transformative power of Jesus. Perfect for anyone who has experienced or is currently facing similar trials in their faith journey.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:25 Meet Claire and Dan Maude Hub
03:05 Dan's Business Ventures and Claire's Teaching Career
05:02 The Church Journey Begins
09:01 Early Church Growth and Challenges
13:11 Leadership and Personal Struggles
15:14 The Collapse and Aftermath
19:05 Rebuilding and Reflection
22:51 Personal and Spiritual Healing
28:11 Reflecting on a Significant Album
28:36 Spiritual Reflections and Personal Growth
31:44 Rejoining and Rebuilding in the Church
32:19 Navigating Challenges and Finding New Passion
34:21 Lockdown Reflections and New Directions
38:01 Stepping Out in Faith and Trust
48:16 Practical Advice and Encouragement
52:47 Final Thoughts and Prayers
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The Rich Martin Podcast | Episode 41 - Building Church in one of Europe's most secular cities - Dom & Sarah John
Building Church in one of Europe's most secular cities - Dom and Sarah John
In this episode, Dom and Sarah John, leaders of a thriving church in Cologne, Germany share their journey from studying theology in the UK to planting a church in Germany, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of building a church in a secular city. They discuss the importance of community, the innovative model of alternating between Sunday services and life groups, and the focus on discipling the younger generation. The podcast offers a detailed look into the couple's strategies for church growth, including their approach to small groups, family involvement, and financial stewardship, while also touching on the broader vision of spreading Christianity across Europe.
00:00 Welcome to the Rich Martin Podcast: A Deep Dive into Church Building00:39 Introducing Dom and Sarah John: Church Builders in Germany02:11 From Theology Studies to Church Planting: Dom and Sarah's Journey06:26 The Growth and Impact of Cone City Church08:44 Navigating Church Leadership in a Secular City10:51 Balancing Church Life: From Hospital to Family to Army18:41 Adapting Global Church Models to Local Contexts25:32 Redefining Small Group Gatherings26:09 Exploring Breakfast Cultures and Church Community Dynamics26:48 Creating a Welcoming Church Culture27:26 Innovative Approaches to Sermons and Life Groups28:46 Integrating Children into Church Life30:07 Managing Church Gatherings and Contributions31:36 The Dynamics of Sunday Services and Financial Giving34:08 Expanding Church Reach: Planting in New Locations38:37 Navigating Family Life in Ministry44:38 Vision for the Future: Empowering the Young Generation46:59 Connecting with the Church Leaders
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The Rich Martin Podcast | Episode 40 - Does the vision of building BIG church in a small city work?: Richard Lewis
Building Faith Communities in Secular Europe: A Conversation with Richard Lewis
This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation between Rich Martin and Richard Lewis, focusing on the challenges and strategies of building church communities in secular regions of Europe, specifically Sweden. Richard Lewis shares his personal journey from being inspired to pursue full-time ministry, to pastoring a church in Umeå, Sweden. The discussion delves into topics such as transitioning from larger church roles to leading in smaller, secular communities, the importance of digital presence in modern ministry, and approaches to discipleship and worship that resonate in a European context. Through sharing his experiences and reflections, Lewis offers insights into navigating ministry in environments that are often indifferent or resistant to religious engagement.
00:00 Opening Remarks and Introduction to Rich Lewis
01:12 Rich Lewis's Journey: From Birmingham to Sweden
02:19 The Path to Pastoring in Sweden: A Detailed Account
11:20 Navigating Transitions: Insights and Experiences
18:22 Building a Modern Church in Sweden: Strategies and Challenges
25:37 Exploring Leadership and Community Influence
25:51 Religious Landscape in Sweden: A Comparative Insight
26:17 Adapting Church Methods to Local Culture
26:49 Navigating Spirituality and Social Issues in Sweden
30:21 Challenges and Strategies in Church Building
33:52 Personal Growth and Vision in Ministry
43:26 Reflections and Future Directions for European Churches
43:52 Embracing Digital Presence and Discipleship in Church Growth
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The Rich Martin Podcast | Episode 39 - Innovating Church Engagement in the Digital Era: Pete Wilson
This podcast episode features a deep-dive conversation with Peter Wilson, a great friend and also a digital disrupter in the faith, church and well-being space! We cover many topics including The Four Cs of Church Focus: Cathedrals, Content, Crowds, and Control, The Digital World's Challenge to Traditional Church Models, Innovating Church Engagement in the Digital Age and Modern Management vs. Old Style Leadership in Churches. Pete has some gold insights into these topics and I really, really enjoyed the conversation!
00:00 Welcome to the Podcast: A Deep Dive with Pete Wilson
01:20 Unpacking Pete's Journey: From Church Pastor to Digital Innovator
02:33 The Evolution of Pete's Career: Worship Leading to Digital Space Leadership
05:37 Navigating Change and Innovation in Mega Churches
08:17 The Frustration with Tech in the Christian World
11:24 Exploring the Cost and Impact of Tech in Faith-Based Initiatives
16:14 The Intersection of Wellbeing, Faith, and Technology
22:04 Launching Neighborly: A Positive Social Media Venture
26:09 Exploring the Church's Digital Dilemma
26:23 The Four Cs of Church Focus: Cathedrals, Content, Crowds, and Control
27:15 The Digital World's Challenge to Traditional Church Models
28:29 Innovating Church Engagement in the Digital Age
28:39 Modern Management vs. Old Style Leadership in Churches
29:53 Shifting Paradigms: From Control to Service in Church Leadership
30:53 Understanding and Meeting the Felt Needs of the Community
31:16 Redefining Church Success: Beyond Physical Attendance
32:32 Leveraging Digital Platforms for Genuine Engagement
46:18 A Case Study: Transforming Church Engagement in Aberdeen
53:08 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions
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The Rich Martin Podcast | Episode 38-Navigating Finances & Faith A Deep Dive with Bob & Linda Lotich
Navigating Finances and Faith: A Deep Dive with Bob and Linda Lotich
In this episode of the Rich Martin Podcast, host Rich Martin interviews Bob and Linda Lotich, founders of Seed Time Ministry (www.seedtime.com), which helps individuals and churches globally manage money with a Christian perspective. They discuss the importance of viewing money through a biblical lens, teaching financial stewardship, and the impact of integrating God into financial decisions. Highlighting practical methods and transformative insights, the conversation touches on tithing, charitable giving, and achieving financial freedom while maintaining a heart for God. The Lotichs share their journey from financial struggles to being able to give a million dollars away, emphasizing the role of faith in personal finance. Furthermore, they explore the nuances of financial teachings in churches, addressing misconceptions around wealth and providing guidance on fostering a healthy, God-centered financial mindset among congregations.
00:00 Welcome to the Rich Martin Podcast: Episode 3800:31 Introducing Bob and Linda Lotich: Masters of Money and Ministry04:30 The Journey from Financial Mess to Giving Millions09:08 Navigating Money, Ministry, and the Middle Ground20:05 Practical Steps and Heart Transformation for Financial Freedom24:03 The Role of Money in Churches: A New Perspective35:54 Empowering Churches and Individuals Towards True Financial Freedom38:47 Wrapping Up: The Impact of Seed Time Ministry
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The Rich Martin Podcast | Episode 37 - BONUS! (Episode 2) - Are church Buildings Needed?
Reflections on Soul Church's Building Opening...watch Episode 37 Before this one!
This is done Live in the car (with Dan Belshaw and Matt Harrison) driving back from the largest church building opening in Europe! We talk about the impression it had on us and what we loved about it! Enjoy
00:00 Introduction to Episode Two
00:12 Journey Back from Soul Church Norwich
00:22 Live from the Car: Initial Reactions
00:39 Context and Background of Soul Church
01:30 Impressions of the New Building
02:50 Post-Reaction Discussion
03:09 Takeaways from the Experience
04:43 Reflections on the Church's Impact
05:48 The Significance of the Building
06:48 Honoring the People Behind the Church
12:11 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
22:23 Final Words and Farewell
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