Phil Kniesel, Lead Pastor of Hope City Church in Edmonton, joins Jason Ballard to share the story behind his transition from young adult ministry into senior leadership. Over six years, Phil stepped into the lead role, navigating fears, building trust, and casting new vision for the future.

In this conversation, Phil reflects on what helped make the transition healthy, how his church is reaching their city through multi-site ministry, and why raising up young leaders is a central part of his calling today.

Key Takeaways:

What makes a healthy leadership succession process
How to build trust and vision as a new lead pastor
Creating a church culture where young leaders thrive
The impact of multi-site and evangelism on city engagement

We hope this conversation strengthens and encourages you in your pastoral journey.

Biography

Phil is the Lead Pastor of Hope City Church in Edmonton, a multi campus church with campuses throughout the city. He is their primary communicator and brings vision to their staff and direction.

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