From Big Three to Core Four: Tackling Hopelessness in Rural Ministry

Growing Up Pastoral – Hearing from Ministry Kids

What do pastor’s kids wish ministry parents knew? In this episode, three siblings who grew up in ministry share honest lessons about family, faith, church life, and living in the ministry fishbowl. Their practical insights on intentional parenting, healthy family culture, and navigating church life offer encouragement for every ministry family. Parenting is hard. Parenting […]

From Big Three to Core Four: Tackling Hopelessness in Rural Ministry

Rural ministry challenges are evolving. What was once known as the “Big Three”—isolation, vocational identity, and limited resources—has now become the “Core Four” with a new and critical addition: hopelessness. Recorded live at the North American Mission Board Replant Lab in Alpharetta, this episode dives into why so many rural pastors are battling discouragement and […]

Biblical Partnerships: What Colossians Teaches Rural Churches (with Kyle Bueermann)

Ministry was never meant to be done alone. In this episode, Dr. Kyle Bueermann helps us unpack the closing chapter of Colossians and the powerful model it gives for gospel partnerships. Whether you’re a rural pastor needing support or a church ready to help others, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to both give […]

You’re Not Alone: Overcoming Rural Ministry Obstacles Through Partnership

Rural ministry can feel isolating—but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Recorded live at a Rural Summit in Palatka, Florida, this episode features leaders from the North American Mission Board Replant Team discussing the most common challenges rural pastors face—and how partnership can provide real solutions. With insights from Kathy Addis, JimBo Stewart, and […]

Better Worship in Small Churches: Tools Every Rural Pastor Needs

What does healthy worship look like in a rural church? In this episode, Dr. Kyle Bueermann joins us to unpack the tension between live and recorded worship and how rural churches can thrive regardless of resources. We offer practical tools to evaluate your worship ministry with three key markers: solid, simple, and singable. Whether you’re […]