The CGN Podcast

Kike Torres is the lead pastor of Horizonte Querétaro in Mexico.In this episode, Kike shares about his journey from suicidal depression to leading a thriving church which is planting churches all over Mexico and beyond.Kike's own struggles led him to become qualified as a biblical counselor, and he shares about how he is able to help people and serve others in ministry leadership.Kike will be speaking at this year’s CGN International Conference, which will be held June 23-25 in Temecula, California. This conference is open to anyone in ministry, and we would love to see you there! Our keynote speaker this year is Alister Begg. Find more information and register at conference.calvarychapel.com

Roland Krumm is the Pastor of City Chapel in Stuttgart, Germany. In this episode Roland shares his journey from a legalistic evangelical upbringing to a transformative encounter with the Holy Spirit at age 17, which sparked his vibrant faith and ministry. Roland also discusses planting City Chapel, navigating historical divides between conservative and charismatic Christians in Germany, and the innovative Ostergarten outreach, which brings the gospel to thousands. Roland also shares his heart for revival, reaching the younger generation, and supporting Israel and the Jewish people as a German pastor.We explore how Roland fostered unity among Stuttgart’s churches through the “Together for Stuttgart” network, offering insights for churches seeking collaboration while maintaining their distinct callings.Register for the CGN International Ministry Conference (June 22-25, 2025 in Temecula, California) at conference.calvarychapel.comNew episodes are released every two weeks on Wednesday mornings. Subscribe to have new episodes delivered directly to you upon release.

Welcome to Season 6 of the CGN Podcast, where we bring you updates and conversations highlighting what God is doing through the Calvary Global Network (CGN). In this premiere episode, host Nick Cady sits down with Pastor Brian Brodersen, president and founder of CGN, to discuss significant changes in his life and ministry. Pastor Brian shares about his transition from senior pastor at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa to Pastor Emeritus, what this new season holds for him personally, and how it will shape the future of CGN. This conversation offers insights into leadership transitions, the importance of involving the church community, and CGN’s vision for global ministry.Resources MentionedWatch the Transition Ceremony: Available on Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa’s Vimeo channel (cccm.com).CGN Initiatives: Learn more about Cultivate, Expositors Collective, and Connect at cgn.org.Creation Fest: Join Brian and the team in the UK this August (creationfest.org.uk).Calvary Chapel Book Project: Stay tuned for updates on the upcoming book.Subscribe to the CGN Podcast for new episodes every two weeks.Share this episode with your church community or friends in ministry.Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help others find the show.Get Involved with CGN by visiting cgn.org to explore conferences, church planting, and ministry resources.

Now that Pastor Brian Brodersen has transitioned out of the Senior Pastor role at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, what does the future hold for him and for CGN?This season we will be talking about what's on the horizon for Calvary Global Network, as well as some projects that are currently in the works.Guests this season will include Alistair Begg, Ed Stetzer, and others, and we will be highlighting the work of Calvary Chapel and CGN churches in Mexico, Germany, and more.Our goal is to create content that is encouraging and helpful to you, as you pursue God's calling for your life.The CGN Podcast is the official podcast of the Calvary Global Network (CGN).Episodes will be released every two weeks on Wednesdays. Subscribe today, and keep an eye out for new episodes coming soon.

Brian Brodersen is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, California. He is the founder and president of Calvary Global Network (CGN), and has served as a church planter, missionary, and the pastor of pastors for many in ministry. This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter." In this message, Pastor Brian teaches 1 Peter 5:8-11 on the topic of "Your Adversary, the Devil." This is the final episode of Season 5. Thank you for joining us, and make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you will be notified when new episodes are released. We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

James T. Meeks is the founder and Pastor Emeritus of Salem Baptist Church of Chicago. Over the course of his ministry, Pastor Meeks has sought to serve his community in various ways, to bring holistic gospel-centered renewal to his city.  This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter." In this message, Pastor Meeks teaches 1 Peter 5:1-5 on the topic of Shepherding the Flock of God. Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders. We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Ed Stetzer (Ph.D) is the Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He is passionate about helping pastors and has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, in addition to being a prolific author and missiologist. This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter." Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders. We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

John Dickson is a Professor at Wheaton College, where he holds the Jean Kvamme Distinguished Chair. John has also served as a pastor in his home country of Australia. He is a speaker and author, and has served with the Centre for Public Christianity. This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter." Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders. We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

In this message, alternatively titled, "Deconstruction for Reconstruction," Phil and Joy Metzger look at what 1 Peter 3:1-7 has to say about the topic of marriage. Phil is the Senior Pastor of Calvary San Diego, where Joy leads the Women's Ministry. Prior to coming to San Diego, Phil and Joy served for many years with Calvary Chapel in Hungary, planting and leading churches, discipling believers, and leading a Bible college. This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter." Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders. We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Rafael Manzanares is the Lead Pastor of Santa Ponsa Community Church in Mallorca, Spain. Rafael has served as a leader with Calvary Chapel in Western Europe for many years, and he serves on the Executive Team of Calvary Global Network. This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter." Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks, we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders. We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com