Henry Schorr on Prayer as the Starting Place, Choosing Generosity Over Ingrowth & His Reflections on 40+ Years of Pastoring

What does it take to pastor one church for over four decades?

In this episode, Jason Ballard sits down with Dr. Henry Schorr, who has led Centre Street Church in Calgary for more than 43 years. They explore the church’s story of growth, the values that shaped it, and the wisdom Henry would offer to young pastors pursuing a life of faithfulness in ministry.

Key Takeaways:

• How Centre Street Church grew with a Kingdom-centered vision

• The value of long-haul leadership and staying the course

• Practical advice for young pastors discerning their call

• How to hold family and mission together in pastoral life

Biography

Dr. Henry Schorr is the lead pastor of Centre Street Church, an influential, resourcing church in Calgary, Alberta that has been serving Calgary and beyond since 1958. Henry has been lead pastor of Centre Street Church for 43 years, with 37 of those years spent as the lead pastor. Under Henry’s leadership, Centre Street Church has had a profound impact on the National & Global Church.

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Guest Notes

• Centre Street Church 
• New Canadian Friendship Centre

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