The Pastorate Podcast Father James Mallon & Jon Tyson on Ministry, Mission & the Future Church
Jason hosts a compelling conversation between Catholic leader Father James Mallon and evangelical pastor Jon Tyson—moderated by Shaila Visser of Alpha Canada. Originally recorded as a webinar, this episode brings together two influential voices to explore the future of the Church and the joy of learning across traditions.
Together, they discuss church renewal, next-generation leadership, and the spiritual practices that sustain ministry over the long haul.
Key Takeaways:
James Mallon on the power of spiritual disciplines and joyful leadership
Jon Tyson on team dynamics and deep accountability
Practical advice both would give their younger selves
A model for unity across denominational lines
A rich episode filled with wisdom, candour, and cross-tradition encouragement for leaders today.
Biographies
Father James Mallon is pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and founder of the Divine Renovation Ministry. Father James is also the author of the best selling book Divine Renovation: From A Maintenance To A Missional Parish, an engaging guide for parishes seeking to cultivate vibrant and dynamic faith communities centred on missionary discipleship.
Jon Tyson is a Pastor and Church Planter in New York City. Originally from Adelaide, Australia, Jon moved to the United States twenty years ago with a passion to seek and cultivate renewal in the Western Church. He is the author of Sacred Roots, A Creative Minority, and The Burden is Light and his newest book Beautiful Resistance.
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