Ministry Conversations

What does it mean to be a GC2 Strong? | featuring David Ritsema

This episode features Dr. David Ritsema talking about what does it mean for a church and disciple of Christ to be GC2 Strong. Dr. Ritsema is the GC2 Press Publisher for Texas Baptists and also the Assistant Dean of B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary and as Assistant Professor of New Testament. As of June 2026, his GC2 Strong 13 week Bible Study has released and comes with a full video series for each lesson on RightNow Media. To learn more about this study and to purchase the printed materials, visit: https://gc2press.org/adults/bible-theme-studies/gc2-strong/

Annual Meeting Mini Series | E7 | featuring Quincy Randall

This bonus episode of the Ministry Conversations Podcast features Pastor Quincy Randall as he shares the amazing work that the Lord is doing through his church.

Annual Meeting Mini Series | E2 | featuring Sam Bunnell

In this episode of Ministry Conversations, Bobby Contreras interviews Pastor Sam Bunnell about the incredible work that his church is doing to push the Great Commandment and the Great Commission to the congregation and their community.

How to be a cross-cultural church | featuring Katie Frugé and Linda Howell

Resources recommended by Linda Howell: A Beginner's Guide to Crossing Cultures: Making Friends in a Multicultural World [https://amzn.to/4gpXxe0] - Patty Lane  Patty's book is excellent and has been used in University settings as a text book for those working or planning to work cross culturally   Foreign to Familiar [https://amzn.to/47TuHkd] - Sarah A. Lanier  Sarah's book is a great book for cultural awareness and has a wonderful premise that is easy to remember and apply   The 3D Gospel [https://amzn.to/46bKoC1] - Jayson Georges Jayson's book is excellent at showing how God's word speaks to people no matter what their culture, and the different ways that the gospel crosses culture to reveal God's amazing grace.

What is NextGen? with Jennifer Howington, and Kurt Krodle

SUMMARY: In this kickoff episode of the Ministry Conversations Podcast, Clay Jacobson hosts Jennifer Howington and Kurt Krodle to explore the purpose, philosophy, and practice of NextGen Ministry. They discuss how children’s and student ministries can work in sync, what it means to disciple the next generation holistically, and how churches of all sizes can create intentional strategies that stick. TOPICS COVERED: What NextGen Ministry actually means—and what it doesn't The importance of alignment between kids, student, and adult ministries Discipleship as a long-term, relationship-centered journey Equipping parents and caregivers to be primary spiritual influencers Overcoming silos in church staff roles and ministry teams Encouragement for leaders in small and rural churches Practical first steps for churches wanting to build or strengthen a NextGen model QUOTES: > “It’s not about programs—it’s about people and a pathway of discipleship.” – Jennifer Howington > “When kids and students grow up in a church where every age group is aligned, the long-term spiritual impact is exponential.” – Kurt Krodle RESOURCES MENTIONED: Texas Baptists NextGen Ministry [https://www.texasbaptists.org/ministries/discipleship] CONNECT WITH US: 📩 Email questions or feedback: news@texasbaptists.org 🔗 Learn more about Texas Baptists ministries: https://texasbaptists.org [https://texasbaptists.org]