unSeminary Podcast

Join us as Joseph Berkobien, Lead Pastor of Frankenmuth Bible Church in Michigan, shares their story of transition, recovery, and intentional steps taken for growth. Discover the importance of stability, building a solid staff, and implementing small group ministry. Also, learn about the significance of casting a compelling vision for the future.

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Jon Thompson, the lead pastor at Sanctus Church in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Being a Christian leader is a marathon, not a sprint. In the middle of the social media and the politics and the pressures and the fear and the questions, we can be tempted to […]

This episode tackles a critical yet often overlooked aspect of church services: announcements. Far from being mere placeholders, announcements have the potential to drive engagement within your church significantly. We start with a relatable discussion on why church announcements typically induce eye rolls rather than enthusiasm. Recognizing this issue is the first step towards transformation. […]

Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. We have Jon Delger with us today, the Executive Pastor at Peace Church in Michigan—one of the fastest growing churches in the country.  Whether your church is growing a little or a lot, change to the people making up your church will change your culture. How can […]

Mike Signorelli, Lead Pastor at V1 Church, shares how to move people to deeper levels of commitment. He discusses the importance of modeling a culture of evangelism and discipleship. V1 Church focuses on ruthless disciple-making through small groups and a family tree framework. The podcast also covers the challenges of having a church in NYC and the significance of personal evangelism.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss strategies for engaging church communities and encouraging active invitation. They emphasize the power of storytelling in promoting an inviting culture and the importance of integrating the theme of invitation into church teachings. The podcast provides practical strategies, such as organizing community service events and sharing impactful stories, to engage the church community and foster a culture of invitation.

Matt Davis, President of Pastoral Transitions, discusses the importance of supporting outgoing pastors and their families. The podcast explores challenges in pastoral transitions, the concept of 'kingdom outplacement', and strategies for managing team members. Davis emphasizes the significance of empathy, transparency, and planning for a smooth departure.

Why add another service? Growth and multiplication are signs of a healthy church. This isn’t just about getting more people in seats in the building; it’s about creating new opportunities for reaching out, engaging more volunteers, and widening your church’s impact. Remember, every empty seat is a missed opportunity to change a life. Breaking the […]

Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. This week I’m talking with Trevor DeVage, the lead pastor at Pantano Christian Church in Tuscon, Arizona. Trevor has talked with us before and is back sharing how to recognize opportunities at your church and embrace best practices to create space for growth. You can learn more about Pantano […]

This podcast discusses innovative ways for churches to increase revenue, including successful year-end campaigns and the potential of fundraising in the final 48 hours of the year. It emphasizes the importance of empowered leaders and dedicated staff in raising revenue, and offers strategies for improving offering talks and connecting giving to the church's vision. Additionally, it explores donor engagement techniques such as hosting events and tracking giving patterns.