Church Leadership Lab

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Church Leadership Lab

Church Leadership Lab is a podcast that seeks to empower healthy churches. Through conversations, interviews, and stories, we explore what's happening in ministry today and how pastors and leaders can navigate what lies ahead. This podcast is a resource of Ministry Brands, the largest provider of church technology. We help 90,000+ churches with an integrated platform that provides online giving, people (chMS), websites, streaming, background checks, and more all to empower healthy churches. To learn more, visit https://www.ministrybrands.com.

  1. 2D AGO

    Ep. 115 | Mark MacDonald: Strategies To Ignite Engagement At Your Church

    In this episode, we sit down with Mark MacDonald, a church branding strategist and founder of Be Known for Something. We explore strategies to ignite engagement at your church and the importance of clear communication in reaching your congregation and community effectively. In this conversation, we discuss: Clarifying church communication strategies.Engaging congregation beyond Sunday services.Strategies for enhancing your worship experiences.Engaging first-time guests and community members.T...

    47 min

  2. MAR 19

    Ep. 114 | Justin Romine: Avoiding the Most Common HR Mistakes in Ministry

    In this episode, we sit down with Justin Romine, the managing partner and CEO of HR Ministry Solutions. We explore avoiding common HR mistakes in ministry and how churches can effectively manage their teams and resources. In this conversation, we discuss: Importance of HR in ministry settings.Risks of outdated employee handbooks.Effective use of staff lifestyle agreements.Classifying and paying church roles correctly.Cultural and discipleship costs of poor HR.Join us as we dive into avoiding ...

    52 min

  3. MAR 12

    Ep. 113 | Nick Newman: How Ministry Leaders Can Prioritize Rest and Prevent Burnout

    In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Nick Newman, founder of Selah Leaders and Lead Pastor of Propel Church in Mount Pleasant, North Carolina. We explore how ministry leaders can prioritize rest and prevent burnout through intentional rhythms and support systems. In this conversation, we discuss: Importance of rest for ministry leaders.Challenges of balancing ministry and rest.Role of identity in preventing burnout.Strategies for sustainable church leadership.Practical tips for implementi...

    48 min

  4. MAR 5

    Ep. 112 | Kendall Conner & Jessica Moore: Essential Tips to Equip Your Church for Easter

    In this episode, Kendall Conner and Jessica Moore explore practical tips to prepare your church for the Easter ministry season. We share essential advice that will equip your church for Easter, ensuring a smooth and successful event for your congregation and community. In this conversation, we discuss: Benefits of starting Easter planning early.Communicating effectively with your church.Setting volunteers up for success.Planning worship services with intention.Creating a meaningful follow-up ...

    49 min

  5. FEB 26

    Ep. 111 | Tyler Harden: Using Data To Discover Your Church’s Target Audience

    In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Harden, a church growth consultant and co-founder of Firm Foundations Marketing. We explore how churches can utilize data to effectively identify and reach their target audience. In this conversation, we discuss: Using data for church growth.Defining your church's ideal audience.The five Ps of defining a target audience.The role of data in decision making.Aligning outreach with your ideal audience.Join us as we dive into using data to discover your chur...

    46 min

  6. FEB 19

    Ep. 110 | Brandon Goff: How To Navigate Difficult Leadership Seasons

    In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Goff, pastor of Radiate Church and Executive Director of the Acts 2 Network of Churches and Leaders. We explore how to navigate difficult leadership seasons and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, we discuss: Navigating unexpected leadership challenges.Overcoming grief as a leader.Phases of healing in leadership.The power of acknowledgment and vision.Mobilizing the church after hardship.The importance of personal leadership develo...

    46 min

  7. FEB 12

    Ep. 109 | Steve Fogg: How Ministries Can Reach Their Communities Online

    In this episode, we sit down with Steve Fogg, an early adopter of church online and online campus pastor at Crossway Baptist Church in Melbourne, Australia. We explore how ministries can effectively reach their communities online through digital strategies and engagement. In this conversation, we discuss: The importance of church websites.Engaging social media strategies.Benefits of live streaming services.Creating discoverable, faith-based content.Building digital ministry teams.Join us as w...

    51 min

  8. FEB 5

    Ep. 108 | Jeff Kapusta: Creating Spiritual Momentum At Your Church

    In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Jeff Kapusta, the founding and lead pastor of LifePoint Church, a life-giving church in Wilmington, North Carolina. We explore how to create spiritual momentum at your church and the strategies that have brought fresh life to timeless elements of the faith for his congregation. In this conversation, we discuss: • How to inspire your church to pray. • Innovative ways to engage with the Bible. • Creating can’t-miss worship events. • Addressing church g...

    40 min
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    About

    Church Leadership Lab is a podcast that seeks to empower healthy churches. Through conversations, interviews, and stories, we explore what's happening in ministry today and how pastors and leaders can navigate what lies ahead. This podcast is a resource of Ministry Brands, the largest provider of church technology. We help 90,000+ churches with an integrated platform that provides online giving, people (chMS), websites, streaming, background checks, and more all to empower healthy churches. To learn more, visit https://www.ministrybrands.com.

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    • Creator
      Ministry Brands
    • Years Active
      2023 - 2025
    • Episodes
      116
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      © 2025 Ministry Brands
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      Church Leadership Lab

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