

Life & Leadership
New Ground Churches
Welcome to the New Ground Life & Leadership podcast bringing you inspiring conversations with Christian leaders and thinkers from around the world, designed to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus wherever you are and in whatever you’re going through.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Feb 7, 2022 • 60min
Pastoring People to Die Well - Steve Cornford
Season 2 // Episode 12
In this episode Jez speaks to Steve Cornford, a pastor based at The King’s Church in Burgess Hill who has over 20 years of experience serving in different settings.
Books recommended in the episode were:-
'Dying Well' by John Wyatt available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dying-Well-Faithfully-John-Wyatt/dp/1783594853/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MXRMCMVZXOTX&keywords=dying+well+wyatt&qid=1644225741&sprefix=thomas+the+tank+engine+stamp%2Caps%2C382&sr=8-1
'The Last Enemy' by Michael Wittmer available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Last-Enemy-Preparing-Fight-Your/dp/1572935146/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MXRMCMVZXOTX&keywords=michael+wittmer+the+last+enemy&qid=1644225691&sprefix=thomas+the+tank+engine+stamp%2Caps%2C382&sr=8-1

Jan 24, 2022 • 55min
Christian Heritage London - Ben Virgo
Season 2 // Episode 11
In this episode Jez speaks to Ben Virgo, Director of Christian Heritage London. They discuss the many inspiring stories from Christian history around the streets of London as well as the wonders and beauties of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
You can find more information about Ben and his work, along with links to sign up for a guided walk and his very own podcast here: https://www.christianheritagelondon.org/
In this conversation Ben recommends reading:
Charity & its Fruits by Jonathan Edwards
Religious Affections by Jonathan Edwards
Enjoy!

Jan 10, 2022 • 51min
A Prisoner for Christ - Mojtaba Hosseini
Season 2 // Episode 10
In this episode Jez speaks to Mojtaba Hosseini an Iranian Christian who converted to Christ in his late teens and afterwards faced isolation and imprisonment for his decision to do so. Now living and working in the UK and a speaker for Open Doors a charity seeking to bring relief and support to the persecuted church: https://www.opendoorsuk.org

Dec 27, 2021 • 1h 12min
Buddhism, Yoga & Mindfulness - Ellis Potter
- Season 2 -
Episode 8
I this episode Jez speaks to former Zen-Buddhist monk, Ellis Potter. Ellis is a pastor, speaker and author of several books. Links to his books can be found below:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ellis-Potter/e/B009X824LI?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1637584585&sr=8-1
They discuss his book '3 Theories of Everything' and explore the difference between Monism and Christianity, as well as consider together whether yoga is 'safe' for Christians to practice.

Dec 13, 2021 • 60min
End of Life Care - Kemi Koleoso

Nov 29, 2021 • 47min
Teletubbies, TV & Grief - Phil Mash
Season 2 // Episode 7
In this episode Jez spoke to Phil Mash a freelance camera operator and member of Community Church Putney. They discuss Phil's experience of the TV industry, his Teletubby claim to fame and his experience of baby loss following the stillbirth of his daughter in 2011.
The link to the photo mentioned in the episode can be found here:
https://twitter.com/philmash/status/696682089505275905

Nov 15, 2021 • 1h 5min
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - Kris Defriend
- Season 2 // Episode 6
In this episode Jez speaks to Kris Defriend, inpatient consultant for children and young people's mental health and psychiatry and member of Jubilee church Sussex.

Nov 1, 2021 • 36min
Life On Tour - Alex Johnson
- Series 2 -
Episode 5
In this episode Jez speaks to Alex Johnson, part of Jubilee Church East Grinstead and professional drummer about how he got into the work and how he's learning to stay faithful to Christ in the unusual world of rock music.

Oct 18, 2021 • 53min
Don‘t Waste Your Retirement - Chris Ashurst
- Season 2 -
// Episode 4 //
In this episode Jez speaks to Chris Ashurst about hearing God's voice, following God's lead and making an impact as a blessing in the world. Chris, together with his wife Jill are part of New ground church, Kings Church Edinburgh and have been active serving in leadership and church life for over 40 years.

Oct 4, 2021 • 58min
French Mission - Rachel Mumford, Georgina Eaton, Beki Lambert
Season 2 // Episode 3
In this episode Jez interviews three women who've each moved from England to France with the intention of helping to establish and support new churches. Rachel Mumford, Georgina Eaton & Beki Lambert.