Paul Alexander

Learn how church leaders can prioritize life change and help more people meet Jesus through strategic planning. Hear Paul Alexander discuss using data to make informed decisions, measuring life change with tangible metrics, and confronting reality. Explore the growth journey of Sun Valley Community Church and the importance of active partnership with God for impacting communities. Discover the significance of tracking guest to attender ratios for church growth and navigating strategic planning in churches.

Paul Alexander, Executive Pastor at Sun Valley Community Church, and Mika Casey, Executive Director of IT at the same church, dive into the fascinating intersection of AI and ministry. They discuss how AI can streamline tasks like content generation and social media, freeing staff for more personal interactions. Paul highlights that embracing technology helps churches adapt, while Mika shares AI's potential for enhancing pastoral care. Together, they emphasize the importance of authentic human connections in the age of AI, making it clear that this technology should support, not replace, ministry efforts.

In this engaging conversation, guests Dan Reiland, a seasoned executive pastor, Jenni Catron, a leadership consultant, and Paul Alexander, an experienced executive pastor, explore the essential non-delegable roles of an Executive Pastor. They emphasize the importance of aligning vision with strategy, fostering high-performing teams, and cultivating trust within church staff. With practical insights on multi-site expansion, balancing detail with empowerment, and partnering effectively with senior pastors, they provide a roadmap for thriving church leadership.