Episodes
Ministry & Leadership
Allegory, Worship and the Preacher’s Heart – with Tim Brown, Brian Daly and Heath Hardesty
In this rich and reflective conversation, Tim Brown , Heath Hardesty , and Brian Daly answer questions from attendees and discuss the spiritual dynamics of sermon preparation. Together they explore how worship, prayer, and delight in Scripture form the heart behind preaching t...
Sermon Preparation Strategies w/ Nick Cady, John Whittaker & Conor Berry
In this lively panel discussion, pastors Nick Cady, John Whittaker, and Conor Berry join Mike Neglia to explore the art and science of sermon preparation. They talk candidly about how to move from text to message, find the “big idea,” and keep Jesus at the center—without losing...
Meditation, Delight, and the Full Counsel of God
What if your sermon prep — or your spiritual life — isn’t meant to be efficient, but formative ? In this episode, Mike Neglia sits down with Heath Hardesty , Lead Pastor of Valley Community Church in Pleasanton, California, and author of the forthcoming book All Things Together...
Urban Vs. Suburban: Where To Plant? - Pilgrim Benham
Brian Kelly sits down with Pilgrim Benham to talk through what makes church plants healthy and sustainable. They cover the move of Calvary Chapel Bible College to the West Church campus in Bradenton, how online and legacy training are expanding, and what planters should conside...
Italy & The Realities of Church Planting in Europe – David Downs & Daniel Williams
Welcome to the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast with Brian Kelly. In this episode, Brian is joined by Daniel Williams to introduce a special guest, David Downs, who has been serving in Turin, Italy, for nearly two decades. David shares his journey of moving overseas, navigatin...
From Prayer To Planting 13 Churches in 14 Years - Nick Cady & Kike Torres
On today’s episode of the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast, Brian Kelly and co-host Nick Cady sit down with their friend Kike Torres from Mexico. Over the last 14 years, Kike has been part of planting 13 churches —some from scratch, others through replanting struggling congreg...
Bonus Episode - How Should Pastors Approach this Sunday in Light of the Brutal Assassination of Charlie Kirk?
In this bonus episode, Ted and Rob are joined by Pastor Miles Debenedictus and Pastor Rich Jones, to discuss what pastors should be thinking about as they seek to minister to their flocks this weekend and help them process the evil that is going on in our world.
Dave Bruskas - Leading Through Trial and Suffering
In this episode, Ted Leavenworth and Rob Salvato talk with Dave Bruskas (Executive Director of Discipleship, Watermark Community Church) as he shares from his own journey of leading through deep hardship and loss. Dave reflects on what suffering has taught him about leadership,...
Balancing Life and Ministry
In this episode, Rob and Ted talk from their experiences and the wisdom and advice they've received about balancing ministry and life. Church ministry can cause you and your family to sacrifice time and energy, and the hope for this conversation would be to provide tips to ...
Jesus Through the Eyes of Women - Rebecca McLaughlin - WSL West Coast Conference 2024
In this episode, join renowned author and scholar Rebecca McLaughlin as she speaks at the WSL West Coast Conference 2024. She explores the pivotal role women played in Jesus’s ministry, revealing how their faith and courage illuminate deeper truths about the gospel. Rebecca is ...
Ageism In Ministry
In this episode, Brenda, Janie, and Janice explore the often-overlooked issue of ageism in the church and why older women continue to play a vital role in ministry and community life. This conversation highlights the biblical and practical importance of intergenerational relati...
Ministry Life: Exhausted and Overwhelmed
Serving in women’s ministry is a calling filled with joy, but it can also leave us exhausted and stretched thin. In this episode, Brenda, Christy, and Grace talk honestly about the weight of expectations, the creep of fatigue, and the struggle to balance service with rest. Toge...
S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...
Beyond Words: Unveiling the Role of Book Coaches and Ghost Writers
In today’s episode of CGN Voices, Pastor Jeff Gipe talks with book coach and ghostwriter, Mary Pero. They discuss what a book coach is and does, the process of writing and publishing a book, as well as provide some tips on how to get started if you’re thinking about writing a b...
Ukraine: Revival in the Midst of Crisis: Church as Refuge - Oleksiy's story.
Welcome to CGN Voices from Ukraine, a podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories of resilience, faith, and service in the face of great difficulty. In this episode, we speak with members of our church network who have been in Ukraine since the full-scale invasion by Russia i...
Ukraine: Serving on the Front Lines: The Power of Humanitarian Aid - Fillip's Story
Welcome to CGN Voices from Ukraine, where we bring you powerful stories of resilience, faith, and service in the face of immense challenges. In this episode, we delve into the front lines of humanitarian aid and the incredible impact it has in Ukraine. Our special guest Fillip ...
S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...
S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...
S7.E11 | Leadership Principles
Episode 11 | Leadership Principles Leadership Lesson with Alan Stoddard Alan Stoddard is Lead Pastor of Imagine Church in Granbury, Texas as well as part of Online Faculty at Calvary Chapel Bible College and host of STOKE IT UP podcast. Alan shares his story of growing in leade...
Grief After Loss
When we lose someone in our life we feel deep grief. How do we process grief after loss? In this week's episode, I have a conversation with Jason Caine and Stephanie Caine about the stages of grief after loss and how we should process our grief in a healthy manner as followers ...
Suffering Changes Us
Suffering changes us. Most people who have walked through moments of suffering in life will tell you two truths they reflect on: (1) they would never wish those circumstances of suffering to be repeated in their life, and (2) they would not want to change the person they have b...
Finding Joy In Suffering
The intersection between joy and suffering is hard to process. Hearing someone talk about joy in the midst of suffering can feel deeply conflicting. How are we supposed to find joy in the midst of pain? That is a perfectly fair question. Are we able to feel joy in suffering? In...
Cody King: When God Changes Your Plans
Summary In this episode of the Stoke It Up podcast, Alan Stoddard and Kenneth Priest engage in a heartfelt conversation with Cody King about his journey of faith, the challenges of church planting, and the unexpected changes in ministry. Cody shares his personal transformation,...
Things that bother us about church
Summary In this episode of the Stoked Up Podcast, hosts Alan Stoddard and Kenneth Priest discuss various frustrations and observations about church culture. They explore topics such as casual worship, the importance of proper practices during communion, dress code dilemmas, com...
Engaging Your Community This Holiday Season
Summary In this episode of the Stoke It Up podcast, Alan Stoddard and Kenneth Priest discuss effective strategies for outreach during the holiday season. They explore various methods for churches and individuals to engage their communities, emphasizing the importance of follow-...