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Dreaming Big in Rural Ministry Jeanette Staats | 24 Mar 2025 In this episode of the Rural Renewal Podcast, Tim Brown and Allen Jesse share how small-town churches can make a big impact. From disaster relief efforts after severe flooding to building networks for struggling rural pastors, they explore the power of community-driven ministry.
From Lecture to Laboratory; New Ecclesiology for the Church with David Sunde Jeanette Staats | 17 Mar 2025 In this episode, Heather Jallad and David Sunde explore how moving from programmatic discipleship to incarnational rhythms can lead to real multiplication.
Centering Discipleship with E.K. Strawser Jeanette Staats | 3 Mar 2025 In this episode, Eun Strawser—church planter, physician, professor, and author of Centering Discipleship—joins Heather to explore how pastors and church leaders can shift discipleship from the periphery to the core of their church life.
From Food to Faith: Dean Miller on Emergency Response & Dinner Churches Jeanette Staats | 24 Feb 2025 In this episode, Sandy Johnson shares her journey of planting a Dinner Church in Ocean Shores, Washington, and how this unique model restores dignity and fosters transformation.
The Wicked Discipleship Problem with Matt Lake Jeanette Staats | 30 Jan 2025 In this audio from a past webinar, Matt Lake explores the complexities of discipleship and the need for a multi-layered approach.
Communitas and Loneliness with Alan Hirsch Jeanette Staats | 30 Dec 2024 In this episode, Alan Hirsch helps us explore what it means to be a community on mission and how that could transform our churches into places where we experience both belonging and purpose.
Building Connection thru Apartment Living with Josh Jackaway and Sean Bailey Jeanette Staats | 16 Dec 2024 In this episode, host Heather Jallad sits down with Sean Bailey and Josh Jackaway from Apartment Life to explore how the church can play a vital role in fostering community in apartment complexes. Together, they discuss the transformative power of intentional relationships and partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits.
Restoring Dignity Through Dinner Church with Sandy Johnson Jeanette Staats | 9 Dec 2024 In this episode, Sandy Johnson shares her journey of planting a Dinner Church in Ocean Shores, Washington, and how this unique model restores dignity and fosters transformation.
From Pastor to Farmer with Chris Battle Jeanette Staats | 2 Dec 2024 Join Heather Jallad and Chris Battle as they discuss new ways of being the church, connecting with neighbors, and addressing significant issues like loneliness and food insecurity.
Neighboring Around a Table with David Bennett Jeanette Staats | 25 Nov 2024 In this episode, we talk with David Bennett, a coach for pastors who are ready to try something different. David shares how the simple act of sharing a meal can transform not only churches but entire neighborhoods.
From Skeptic to Fresh Expressions Pioneer with David Carter Jeanette Staats | 18 Nov 2024 In this episode, Heather Jallad unpacks David Carter’s journey and reveals how these innovative gatherings are transforming both his church and the wider community.
Big City, Part-Time Pastors and Two Dinner Churches with Ben and Jordan Arias Jeanette Staats | 10 Nov 2024 In this episode, Ben and Jordan Arias share their journey from small-town Georgia to urban Chicago, where they planted two Dinner Churches.

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