Small Steps, Steady Growth

When Ministry Finds You—and When It's Time to Let Go

Bishop Jeff sits down with the Rev. Trish Nelson—C4SO's newly returned Canon for Ordinations—to trace an unlikely journey from marketing professional to ordained priest to diocesan canon. Trish is candid about what she got wrong early in ministry, what changed in her over 30 years, and the framework she now uses with every person who [...]

How to Engage in Evangelism in Today's World

Starting in 2026, Bishop Jeff Bailey is taking the host chair, curating conversations with targeted insights on three areas shaping our diocese: clergy care, leadership development, and church planting. Episode Summary In a world where traditional methods of evangelism often feel outdated, how can we effectively communicate our faith? In this episode, Bishop Jeff talks with [...]

Monk Habits for Everyday People

Starting in 2026, Bishop Jeff Bailey is taking the host chair, curating conversations with targeted insights on three areas shaping our diocese: clergy care, leadership development, and church planting. Episode Summary In the quest for deeper spirituality, many people find themselves looking beyond contemporary practices to ancient traditions. One particularly rich source of insight comes [...]

What 25 Years of Church Planting Taught Me

Starting in 2026, Bishop Jeff Bailey is taking the host chair, curating conversations with targeted insights on three areas shaping our diocese: clergy care, leadership development, and church planting. Episode Summary Starting a new church is a daunting task, especially when you’re passionate about making an impact in your community. Kris McDaniel, rector of Trinity [...]

The Sacrament of the Present Moment

Today's episode concludes our season honoring Bishop Todd's 15 years of faithful leadership. As he steps back and our newly consecrated Bishop Jeff Bailey leads C4SO into this next chapter, Bishop Todd explores the significance of living in the present moment through the lens of spiritual teachings, particularly those of Jean-Pierre de Caussade and Jesus. He [...]