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M4 Podcast: Igniting Church Planting Movements in Europe Join us as we explore the dynamic world of church planting across Europe. Through inspiring stories and insightful conversations, the M4 Podcast sheds light on the mission to plant one church every day. Hear from M4 leaders, local church planters, and global experts as they share their experiences, challenges, and successes. Whether you're an aspiring church planter or just want to keep up with M4 Europe, this podcast is your gateway to understanding the impact of M4 Europe and the importance of church planting in transforming societies.

  1. Jun 2

    Planting churches: Two stories, one calling

    What happens when a Romanian who never expected to come home, and an American who felt called to missions at six years old, end up planting a church together at the edge of the Black Sea? In this episode, Gabi and Emma share the unlikely story of how their lives converged: Gabi growing up a pastor's kid in post-communist Romania, wrestling with a "comfy" faith before God redirected him; Emma in the U.S., carrying a missionary calling from childhood until the day a Romanian quite literally walked into her world. From a chance meeting at a Virginia golf course to raising three kids in Constanța, Gabi and Emma open up about cross-cultural marriage, the strange in-between feeling of returning to a homeland that no longer fits, and what it actually looks like to plant a church in a city where you are 20 times more likely to meet a Muslim than an evangelical Christian. Along the way, they share honest stories from the field, the funny ones, the heavy ones, the ones from Babadag, and the lessons God keeps teaching them about patience, prayer, and the truth that ministry isn't something one of you does. It's a lifestyle the whole family lives out together. Whether you're a church planter, a cross-cultural family, a partner praying from afar, or someone wrestling with your own calling, this one's for you. 🎧 Also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, search M4 Podcast 📌 Learn more about M4 Europe: www.m4europe.org #m4europe #m4podcast #churchplanting #churchplanter #europemission #missionarystories #christianpodcast

  2. Apr 28

    Planting churches: Loving Europe from 5,000 Miles Away

    What does it look like to love a mission that's 5,000 miles away from home? Linda Isbell joins us from the U.S., where she serves M4 Europe in partnerships, prayer, and communications, building bridges between American supporters and the church planting movement happening across Europe. In this conversation, Linda opens up about how she first connected with M4, what draws her heart to Europe, and what it's like to work closely with the French national team from across the ocean. Along the way, we explore M4's core values: what they look like in practice, not just on paper, and Linda shares why she believes church planting in Europe is one of the most exciting and important missions of our time. Whether you're a church planter, a prayer partner, a potential donor, or just someone trying to understand why Europe matters, this one's for you. 📌 Learn more about M4 Europe: www.m4europe.org

  3. Feb 15

    Planting churches: From Brazil 🇧🇷 to Glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 – M4 Podcast with Luiz Cardoso s2e03

    From a skeptical business student in South Brazil to planting Story Church in one of Scotland's most secular cities, Luiz Cardoso's journey is a powerful testimony of how God transforms lives and calls ordinary people to extraordinary mission. In this episode, Luiz shares his remarkable story of encountering Jesus through his wife Danielle, leaving behind his business career to pursue theology and church planting, and eventually moving from Brazil to the UK. Now serving as M4's UK & Ireland Director while leading Glasgow Story Church, Luiz opens up about the challenges and breakthroughs of reaching people in post-Christian Scotland, the importance of listening to God's voice over following templates, and what it takes to sustain faith and family in the midst of intense ministry. Whether you're a church planter, ministry leader, or simply curious about what God is doing across Europe, this conversation will challenge and inspire you. ABOUT M4 EUROPE: M4 Europe exists to ignite church planting movements across Europe, with the vision of planting one church every day. Through training, resourcing, and networking, M4 supports church planters and teams across the continent. Visit m4europe.org to learn more.

  4. 10/19/2025

    Planting churches - hope in Ukraine M4 Podcast with Andrii Futorskyi & Pavlo Protopopov S2 E01

    Planting churches: Hope in Ukraine In this episode of the M4 Podcast, Craig Hamer talks with Andrii Futorskyi and Pavlo Protopopov, two Ukrainian pastors and church planters who are serving God in the middle of war. They share their personal stories of faith, calling, and courage from growing up in Christian families to leading churches that refuse to stop multiplying, even when life is uncertain. You’ll hear about what it means to build God’s kingdom under fire, serve families and veterans, and keep hope alive when the world around you is shaking. Learn more about M4 and how we equip church planting teams: https://m4europe.org #M4Europe #M4Podcast #Ukraine #ChurchPlanting #FaithJourney #Hope #Mission #Leadership #ChristianFaith #GodsKingdom #Церква #Віра #Україна #Місія #Надія

  5. 09/09/2025

    Planting churches: faith in every season – M4 Podcast with Debbie Hyde Season 2 Episode 01

    What does it look like to plant churches while keeping faith alive through every season of life? 🌱 In this episode, we sit down with Debbie Hyde from the UK, who shares her heartfelt journey of growing up in a Christian home, learning the power of prayer and legacy from her parents, and discovering her own calling alongside her husband James. From marriage and family life to missions in Nepal, Uganda, and beyond, Debbie’s story is filled with moments of trust, waiting, and stepping out in faith. She also opens up about the challenges and joys of serving together as a couple, the importance of discipleship as relationship, and how she first stepped into M4 as a facilitator, armed only with the manual and a willingness to serve. 💡 Highlights: The impact of a Christian heritage and faithful parents Lessons from 28 years of marriage with Jesus at the center Why discipleship is about life-on-life relationships The ripple effect of mission trips and global experiences Serving together as a couple and trusting God’s timing Debbie’s story is both inspiring and deeply relatable, reminding us that planting churches isn’t just about strategies, but about faithfulness, prayer, and trusting God in every season. Ready for encouragement? Tune in and be inspired by Debbie’s journey of faith, family, and mission.

  6. 05/14/2025

    Planting churches: proactive supporting - M4 Podcast with Josh Lindström - Episode 09

    🎧 M4 Europe Podcast - Episode with Josh Lindström In this episode, we’re joined by Josh Lindström, a leader at Woodmen Valley Church, who opens up about building strong teams, setting goals, and making global impact. From finding Jesus to shaping a ministry culture that works, Josh shares how he and his team tackle challenges and measure success in ministry—balancing what we can do with what God can do. Woodmen Valley isn’t just about local impact; they’re changing lives globally with strategic partnerships focused on poverty, medical care, church planting, and evangelism. Josh explains how these partnerships came to be, why they matter, and how they’re helping Woodmen’s mission grow. Josh also shares his journey with M4 Europe, discussing how the partnership started and how it’s shaping the future of church planting in Europe. 💡 Highlights: - Building teams that truly function - Setting measurable, God-driven goals - Why local churches should think globally - How Woodmen and M4 are making a global impact Ready to be inspired? Hit play and hear Josh’s insights on ministry, partnerships, and what’s next for the church.

  7. 04/14/2025

    Planting churches: on journey with God - M4 Podcast with Valentina Leighton - Episode 08

    What do you get when a Chilean heart meets Norwegian ministry and a Europe-wide church planting movement? Meet Valentina Leighton — a joyful, prayer-filled leader with a passion for the local church and the global mission. 🇨🇱🇳🇴 In this episode, Valentina shares her journey from growing up in Chile to serving in a rapidly growing church in Norway. We talk about what makes a church grow, the unique challenges of church life in Norway, and how South American and European cultures approach faith differently. She also takes us behind the scenes of her work with M4 Europe, where she leads the charge in prayer ministry and supports church planting across the continent. This episode is a beautiful blend of personal story, cultural insight, and spiritual depth — perfect for anyone curious about what God is doing through His Church across the world.

  8. 03/12/2025

    Planting Churches: next generation - M4 Podcast with Johannes Tobler - Episode 07

    How do we equip and inspire the next generation of church planters? In this episode, we sit down with Johannes Tobler from Switzerland, a leader passionate about raising up young leaders through M4 Ready. 🇨🇭 Johannes shares his journey—from growing up in a small village, becoming a teacher, and leading a youth ministry, to his deep calling to train and equip future church planters. He unpacks what M4 Ready is all about: a 9-month leadership training designed to develop young leaders through mentoring, online learning, gatherings, and study trips. We also hear real-life stories of transformation—young people stepping into leadership, starting new churches, and impacting their communities with the Gospel. Plus, Johannes shares his vision for the future of M4 Ready and why he believes Europe needs a new generation of leaders with a multiplication mindset. Whether you're a church planter, a mentor, or simply passionate about seeing revival in Europe, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom. Tune in now! 🎧

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M4 Podcast: Igniting Church Planting Movements in Europe Join us as we explore the dynamic world of church planting across Europe. Through inspiring stories and insightful conversations, the M4 Podcast sheds light on the mission to plant one church every day. Hear from M4 leaders, local church planters, and global experts as they share their experiences, challenges, and successes. Whether you're an aspiring church planter or just want to keep up with M4 Europe, this podcast is your gateway to understanding the impact of M4 Europe and the importance of church planting in transforming societies.

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  • Creator
    M4
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
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