Julie and Damian Bassett share their story of planting a church in Toronto, growing as leaders, and learning to lead together in marriage and ministry. In this conversation with Jason, they reflect on moving from Australia to Canada, starting small, and faithfully investing in people long before momentum arrived.
They also unpack what it means to lead from their strengths, build healthy rhythms as a couple, and how their work with Compassion has shaped their passion for justice and local church mission.
Key Takeaways:
Planting a church with faithfulness, not flash
Growing as leaders while embracing your unique wiring
Building intentional rhythms in marriage and ministry
Partnering with Compassion to serve both physical and spiritual needs
A warm, honest episode for leaders navigating long-term faithfulness and the joy of leading side by side.
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The Pastorate Podcast