Episodes
Dec. 11, 2025
Career Transitions for Ministry Leaders: Hope, Clarity, and Planning
In this insightful and honest conversation with Todd Lidner, we dive into the critical transition many ministry leaders face when moving from church-based roles into the marketplace. Todd — founder of Launch Point — shares hi...
Dec. 4, 2025
Managing the Holiday Calendar
The holiday season is one of the most meaningful—and most demanding—times of the year for pastors and ministry leaders. Between extra services, seasonal expectations, family commitments, and the pressure to deliver “your best...
Nov. 27, 2025
Thanksgiving: Gratitude as a Revolutionary Act
In a world that moves too fast and constantly tells us we deserve more, genuine gratitude has become a rare and revolutionary act. In this special Thanksgiving episode, we invite you into a deeper, more counter-cultural under...
Nov. 20, 2025
From First Week to First Year: The Pastoral Journey
From First Week to First Year: The Pastoral Journey dives into the real-life experiences of a brand-new pastor navigating the early days of ministry. Join us as we talk about the excitement, challenges, and lessons that come ...
Nov. 13, 2025
Called to Create: Ministry Outside the Church
In this episode of Passing the Pulpit, I sit down with Jesse Smith, a former worship pastor turned entrepreneur, to explore what it really means to live out your calling beyond the walls of the church. From stage to startup, ...
Nov. 6, 2025
The Gospel in a Swipe: Pastoring the Digital Generation
We live in a world that moves at the speed of a swipe. Every day, Gen Z and young adults are bombarded with digital content designed to capture attention—but rarely to cultivate spiritual depth. So what does effective ministr...
Oct. 30, 2025
Faith, Strategy, and Stewardship: The Executive Pastor’s Calling
In this episode of Passing the Pulpit, host Matt Redder sits down with Jason McMullen, an experienced Executive Pastor, to unpack what it really looks like to serve in one of the most pivotal — yet often misunderstood — roles...
Oct. 23, 2025
One Church, Two Languages: The Beauty and Balance of Bilingual Ministry
In this episode, we explore the unique joys and challenges of leading a bilingual ministry — where language, culture, and faith intersect. My guest, Josue Lopez shares his journey into ministry, the story of his vibrant bilin...
Oct. 16, 2025
Supporting Women Leaders in the Church & Marketplace
In this episode of Passing the Pulpit, we sit down with author and leadership mentor Peggy Bodde to explore how church leaders can better support women called to lead in their workplaces, homes, and communities. Drawing from ...
Oct. 9, 2025
From the Ground Floor: Charlie Kirk and the Cultural Climate of Evangelical Christianity
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve had countless conversations about the Charlie Kirk memorial. But one question kept coming up in my mind: What was it really like to be there? Wouldn’t it be powerful to hear directly from s...
Oct. 2, 2025
The Intersection of Faith and AI
AI is shaping our world faster than most of us can keep up with—but what does it mean for the Church, for ministry, and for everyday faith? In this episode, The Intersection of Faith and AI, we sit down with Kai, a former pas...
Sept. 25, 2025
Fuel for the Journey: Staying Passionate in a Long Obedience
Ronn Read has spent decades pastoring in diverse contexts across multiple states, faithfully leading through seasons of change and challenge. Along the way, he has gathered a wealth of hard-earned wisdom—wisdom he generously ...