Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast: Equipping the Whole Church Staff for Gospel Impact

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Are you ready to take your ministry to the next level? Follow the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, as we share how this new resource will equip and encourage church leaders at every stage. Whether you’re a seasoned pastor or a growing team member, this podcast is designed to help you sharpen your vision, strengthen your staff, and deepen your Gospel impact. Hosted by ministers from Brentwood Baptist Church, this podcast brings you honest conversations, practical tools, and insights from leaders who understand the joys and challenges of ministry.

  1. 6D AGO

    When Church Mergers Make Sense: Pursuing Partnership for Kingdom Impact

    Every church wants to be faithful to where God has placed them. But sometimes, faithfulness looks like partnership.In this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Brian Coates and Aaron Bryant talk through when church mergers actually make sense, and when they don’t. This is not about growth for growth’s sake. It’s about discerning where God is at work and how churches can come alongside one another for greater kingdom impact.In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “merger” isn’t the best starting point—and what posture matters moreHow to discern if partnership is necessary or if support is enoughWhat healthy churches look for before stepping into a mergerWhy humility is essential on both sides of the conversationHow to lead your congregation through uncertainty and changeThe role of prayer and communication in building unityThe difference between vision and strategy—and why it mattersMeet the GuestsBrian Coates, Senior Executive Pastor at Brentwood Baptist ChurchAaron Bryant, Campus and Teaching Pastor at The Church at Avenue South and North Region Lead PastorRegister for the Elevate ConferenceThis episode is part of our March focus on worship ministry, leading up to Elevate Church Conference on September 21–22, 2026. Learn more and register at elevatechurchconference.com.

    26 min

  2. MAR 25

    Developing the Next Generation of Worship Leaders: Detect, Develop, Deploy

    Leadership development does not happen by accident.In this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Mack Burns is joined by Nick Gonzales to talk about developing the next generation of worship leaders. They walk through a simple framework (detect, develop, deploy) and unpack what it looks like to identify servant-hearted leaders, slow down the process, and build pathways that form shepherds, not just musicians.This conversation is especially helpful if you feel stretched, have limited volunteers, or know you need to invest in younger leaders but are not sure where to start.In this episode, you’ll learn:- The moment a worship leader realizes the job is multiplication, not just leading songs- What to look for when “detecting” potential leaders (and why it’s often backstage)- How to invite hesitant, humble leaders into growth without rushing them- The danger of elevating someone too quickly and how the platform can distort- Why you don’t need to be a musical expert to develop musicians- How shepherding happens through presence, trust, and relational equity- A practical first step you can take this week to begin developing leadersMeet the GuestsMack Burns – Worship Minister at The Church at West FranklinNick Gonzales – Worship Minister at The Church at Avenue SouthRegister for the Elevate ConferenceThis episode is part of our March focus on worship ministry, leading up to Elevate Church Conference on September 21–22, 2026. Learn more and register at elevatechurchconference.com.

    23 min

  3. MAR 18

    The Worship Leader as Shepherd: Caring for Souls, Not Just Songs

    On this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Mack Burns is joined by Luke Roman from The Church at Station Hill for an honest and practical conversation about what it means to shepherd a worship team. Together they explore the rhythms, responsibilities, and spiritual priorities that shape healthy worship ministries. From tending to burnout and protecting team culture to redefining success beyond musical excellence, this episode offers encouragement and real tools for leaders who want to care for people, not just performances. If you serve in worship ministry or lead creative teams, this conversation will help you think more deeply about presence, soul care, and sustainable leadership. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why worship leadership is pastoral leadershipThe three priorities of shepherding a team: presence, provision, and protectionHow focusing only on skill development can lead to burnoutPractical rhythms for soul care, including daily, weekly, monthly, and annual Sabbath practicesHow to create safe, vulnerable team environments that foster growthWays to redefine success beyond musical excellenceHow leaders can guard their own identity and spiritual healthA simple first step for leaders who feel spiritually dry or stretched thinMeet the Guests Mack Burns – Worship Minister at The Church at West Franklin  Luke Roman – Worship Minister at The Church at Station Hill Register for the Elevate Conference This episode is part of our March focus on worship ministry, leading up to Elevate Church Conference on September 21–22, 2026. Learn more and register at elevatechurchconference.com.

    33 min

  4. MAR 11

    Multi-Generational Worship Teams: Bridging the Age Gap with Unity and Purpose

    A healthy worship team should reflect the body of Christ.In this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Mack Burns and Travis Cottrell talk about what it takes to lead a truly multi-generational worship team. From song selection and vocal ranges to platform representation and relational equity, they explore how to bridge generational differences without falling into people-pleasing. You’ll hear why multi-generational worship is not just a preference but a theological conviction, how to create singing experiences that serve everyone in the room, and what it looks like to honor every generation without losing unity. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why multi-generational worship reflects the body of ChristThe biggest generational differences in singing styles and expectationsHow to plan sets that create space for everyone to engageThe difference between people-pleasing and speaking your people’s languageHow to build relational equity across generationsWhy humility and representation matter on the platformOne practical first step if generational tension exists on your teamMeet the Guests Mack Burns – Worship Minister at The Church at West Franklin Travis Cottrell – Worship Minister at Brentwood Baptist Church Register for the Elevate Conference This episode is part of our March focus on worship ministry, leading up to Elevate Church Conference on September 21–22, 2026. Learn more and register at elevatechurchconference.com.

    30 min

  5. MAR 4

    Leading Your Worship Team Well: Culture, Communication, and Care

    Worship ministry is more than music. It is people. In this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Mack Burns sits down with Travis Cottrell to discuss what it takes to lead a worship team with a healthy culture, clear communication, and genuine care for the people behind the platform. Travis shares simple, foundational markers of a healthy team, how to set vision and priorities (like authenticity over performance), and how to correct with encouragement without crushing someone’s spirit. They also talk about practical ways to care for volunteers, build sustainable rhythms, and remind your team that every Sunday is a spiritual moment in someone’s life. In this episode, you’ll learn: The clearest signs of a healthy worship team cultureHow to shape culture by sharing vision and priorities consistentlyWhy authenticity should always come before performative excellenceHow to give creatives room while keeping the goal people-focusedA wise approach to hard conversations that correct without crushingHow to notice when someone needs rest and build sustainable serving rhythmsOne simple step worship leaders can take this month to lead betterMeet the Guests Mack Burns – Worship Minister at The Church at West Franklin Travis Cottrell – Worship Minister at Brentwood Baptist Church Register for the Elevate Conference This episode is part of our March focus on worship ministry, leading up to Elevate Church Conference on September 21–22, 2026. Learn more and register at elevatechurchconference.com.

    31 min

  6. FEB 25

    Project Management for Church Communications: Build Systems That Create Margin

    Communications is where vision meets execution. And without a system, things get chaotic fast.In this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, we walk through the project management stack that helps our communications team serve nine campuses with clarity, consistency, and healthy margin.We break down our full process, from a single intake form called the Commreq to project build-outs in ClickUp, tiering projects by priority, setting realistic lead times, and creating visibility with a marketing grid. Whether you are a one-person communications team or leading a larger staff, this conversation will help you build a system that supports people instead of burning them out. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why a single intake point reduces chaos and missed detailsWhat a Commreq is and why it becomes the single source of truthThe non-negotiables ministries need before promotion starts, including dates, location, and registrationHow to set and communicate realistic lead timesA tier system for deciding what gets the most supportHow to handle late requests without creating burnoutWhy deadlines are a leadership culture issue, not just a communications issueHow time estimates help teams protect margin and stay humanClickUpPaperform, Jotform, Google Forms, Microsoft Forms (intake form options)Project tiering (A–F)Marketing grid and visibility dashboardsMeet the Guests Dillon Sherlock – Associate Communications Director at Brentwood Baptist Church Madi Wuebben – Promotions Director at Brentwood Baptist Church Resources Mentioned ClickUpPaperform, Jotform, Google Forms, Microsoft Forms (intake form options)Project tiering (A–F)Marketing grid and visibility dashboardsRegister for the Elevate ConferenceThis episode is part of our ongoing conversations leading up to Elevate: A Conference for the Whole Church Staff. Join us as we equip teams with practical tools to advance their mission—together. Learn more at elevatechurchconference.com

    39 min

  7. FEB 18

    Brand Clarity for the Whole Church: Building Unity Without Losing Personality

    Register Now for the Elevate Conference | September 9 elevatechurchconference.comOn this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Dillon Sherlock is joined by Mallory, Senior Graphic Designer at Brentwood Baptist Church, to talk about what church branding really means.This conversation goes beyond logos and colors. It explores how clarity around mission shapes visuals, messaging, photography, sermon series design, and even staff alignment. From the three-question framework to the 80/20 rule, Dillon and Mallory share practical tools that help churches create unity without stifling creativity.If your team has ever wrestled with consistency, campus personality, or competing design preferences, this episode will give you a clear place to start.In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why brand is about clarity, not controlThe three-question framework that guides every major campaignHow unified design builds trust across campusesWhat the 80/20 rule means for church creativityHow to reduce conflict by anchoring decisions in missionFirst steps smaller churches can take to build brand alignmentThe Three-Question FrameworkThe 80/20 Rule for Brand Consistencyelevatechurchconference.com  Meet the GuestDillon Sherlock – Associate Communications Director at Brentwood Baptist ChurchMallory Nall – Senior Graphic Designer at Brentwood Baptist ChurchResources MentionedRegister for the Elevate ConferenceThis episode is part of our ongoing conversations leading up to Elevate: A Conference for the Whole Church Staff. Join us as we equip teams with practical tools to advance their mission—together.Learn more at elevatechurchconference.com

    32 min

  8. FEB 11

    Building an Authentic Church Social Media Strategy: Tips for Small and Mid-Sized Ministries

    Social media can feel overwhelming, especially for small and mid-sized churches with limited time, staff, and resources. In this episode of the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, Dillon Sherlock is joined by Kat Howard and Laila Al-Hagal to talk honestly about what a healthy, sustainable church social media strategy actually looks like.Rather than chasing trends or overproducing content, this conversation focuses on showing real church life, staying grounded in mission, and building systems that serve people—not burn them out.If you’ve ever wondered what to post, how often to post, or how to keep social media from becoming another source of pressure, this episode is for you.In this episode, you’ll learn: Why authenticity consistently outperforms overproduced contentHow iPhone footage can be one of your most powerful toolsA simple content pillar framework to guide weekly postingHow often churches should realistically post on social mediaWays to approach event promotion without turning your feed into a bulletin boardTools that help small teams stay consistent without burning outDillon Sherlock – Associate Communications Director at Brentwood Baptist ChurchKat Howard – Digital Content ManagerLaila Al-Hagal – Digital Content ManagerMeta Business SuiteCapCutSprout SocialOpus (AI sermon clipping tool)Meet the GuestsResources MentionedRegister for the Elevate ConferenceThis episode is part of our ongoing conversations leading up to Elevate: A Conference for the Whole Church Staff. Join us as we equip teams with practical tools to advance their mission—together.Learn more at elevatechurchconference.com

    41 min
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Are you ready to take your ministry to the next level? Follow the Brentwood Baptist Leadership Podcast, as we share how this new resource will equip and encourage church leaders at every stage. Whether you’re a seasoned pastor or a growing team member, this podcast is designed to help you sharpen your vision, strengthen your staff, and deepen your Gospel impact. Hosted by ministers from Brentwood Baptist Church, this podcast brings you honest conversations, practical tools, and insights from leaders who understand the joys and challenges of ministry.

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