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Jesus calls Peter, Andrew, James and John to be His disciple. He is calling you also to follow Him!

Fr. Steve breaks open the latest Papal document that has caused much confusion: fiducia supplicans.  We must give the Holy Father the benefit of the doubt that this was meant to strengthen same-sex couples in their lives to help them repent and come to Jesus.  

Our mission is to declare the gospel of Jesus Christ with our words and display the gospel of Jesus Christ with our lives to our neighbors and to the nations. Visit redeemerchristianchurch.com/give and join in our mission through your generous financial assistance - every gift and donation we receive goes to this goal!

Pastor Adam Griffin, co-author of Family Discipleship joins Lance and Dante to discuss our roles as husbands and fathers in gospel-centered discipleship focused in three key areas: time, moments, and milestones. Adam is the lead pastor of Eastside Community Church in East Dallas, Texas. He previously served as an elder and spiritual formation pastor at the Village Church. Adam lives with his wife, Chelsea, and their three sons Oscar, Gus, and Theodore, in Dallas, Texas.

Show Notes: 

https://www.amazon.com/Family-Discipleship-Leading-through-Milestones/dp/143356629X

https://www.eastsidedallas.org/

How can you make the most of a church planting network?

Welcome to welcome to episode 187 of Practical Church Planting.

In this episode, we share 7 things you can do to get the most out of a church planting network. We discuss:

• Don't pick a network based on what you can get from them
• Pick a network you believe in
• Commit to network gatherings/events
• Proactively find ways to serve and support the network
• Find a church in the network to partner with, plant, or support
• Be humble and ask lots of questions
• Join a network

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How can you make the most of a church planting network?

Welcome to welcome to episode 187 of Practical Church Planting.

In this episode, we share 7 things you can do to get the most out of a church planting network. We discuss:

• Don't pick a network based on what you can get from them
• Pick a network you believe in
• Commit to network gatherings/events
• Proactively find ways to serve and support the network
• Find a church in the network to partner with, plant, or support
• Be humble and ask lots of questions
• Join a network

Connect and never miss an episode

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get practical tips delivered right to you.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group.

What causes some churches to grow while others stagnate or decline?

Welcome to welcome to episode 182 of Practical Church Planting.

In this episode, we discuss these four characteristics that growing churches typically have in common:

• They have a realistic financial plan and stick to it
• There is seasoned leadership influencing big decisions
• The staff is bought into the mission
• They have relationships with churches/networks/denominations

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What causes some churches to grow while others stagnate or decline?

Welcome to welcome to episode 182 of Practical Church Planting.

In this episode, we discuss these four characteristics that growing churches typically have in common:

• They have a realistic financial plan and stick to it
• There is seasoned leadership influencing big decisions
• The staff is bought into the mission
• They have relationships with churches/networks/denominations

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Seminary is not a replacement for local church involvement.

Welcome to welcome to episode 63 of Practical Church Planting. You can watch the episode below, or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode.

It can be easy to think that being involved in a local church isn't that important while in seminary. In this episode, we talk about why that isn't true, and how not being involved in a local church while in seminary is a huge detriment to your development. Here are four reasons why:

• Everyone needs a local church Community is a command of God
• The classroom is valuable, but real life happens in the local church
• The local church provides great opportunities for learning and growth.
• You can find your ministry "gems" in the local church

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Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group.

Seminary is not a replacement for local church involvement.

Welcome to welcome to episode 63 of Practical Church Planting. You can watch the episode below, or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode.

It can be easy to think that being involved in a local church isn't that important while in seminary. In this episode, we talk about why that isn't true, and how not being involved in a local church while in seminary is a huge detriment to your development. Here are four reasons why:

• Everyone needs a local church Community is a command of God
• The classroom is valuable, but real life happens in the local church
• The local church provides great opportunities for learning and growth.
• You can find your ministry "gems" in the local church

Connect and never miss an episode

Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group.

Launch day is a big deal. Are you ready?

Welcome to welcome to episode 58 of Practical Church Planting.

While you won't have everything figured out on launch day, it is important to have some things figured out. Particularly things that make it easier for people to connect and want to come back. In this episode, we talk about 6 things you don't want to miss. We discuss:

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Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!

Launch day is a big deal. Are you ready?

Welcome to welcome to episode 58 of Practical Church Planting.

While you won't have everything figured out on launch day, it is important to have some things figured out. Particularly things that make it easier for people to connect and want to come back. In this episode, we talk about 6 things you don't want to miss. We discuss:

Connect and never miss an episode

Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!

Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!

Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!

To celebrate 50 episodes of Practical Church Planting, we have two exciting things to share!

First, on December 10 we will be releasing our preaching course called Practical Preaching. This course is created to give you practical and applicable tips to help you become a better communicator. More to come soon!

Second, in honor of episode 50, we are doing a FREE giveaway. We are giving away three books to one winner. To enter, all you have to do is like our Facebook page, and subscribe to our email list. We will choose a winner on Wednesday, December 5. And without further ado, let's get to our 50th episode!

Do you want you and the leadership team at your church to lead more effectively?

Welcome to welcome to episode 50 of Practical Church Planting. You can watch the episode below, or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode.

We all want to be better leaders. In this episode, we share six things every leader and leadership team needs to know in order to lead more effectively. Here are the six things we discuss:

• Ignore your weaknesses
• Surveys are a waste of time
• Seek permission, not buy in
• Let squeaky wheels squeak
• Let dying programs die
• Plan in pencil

Connect and never miss an episode

Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!

To celebrate 50 episodes of Practical Church Planting, we have two exciting things to share!

First, on December 10 we will be releasing our preaching course called Practical Preaching. This course is created to give you practical and applicable tips to help you become a better communicator. More to come soon!

Second, in honor of episode 50, we are doing a FREE giveaway. We are giving away three books to one winner. To enter, all you have to do is like our Facebook page, and subscribe to our email list. We will choose a winner on Wednesday, December 5. And without further ado, let's get to our 50th episode!

Do you want you and the leadership team at your church to lead more effectively?

Welcome to welcome to episode 50 of Practical Church Planting. You can watch the episode below, or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode.

We all want to be better leaders. In this episode, we share six things every leader and leadership team needs to know in order to lead more effectively. Here are the six things we discuss:

• Ignore your weaknesses
• Surveys are a waste of time
• Seek permission, not buy in
• Let squeaky wheels squeak
• Let dying programs die
• Plan in pencil

Connect and never miss an episode

Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!

There are three very important things you need to have in place for proper financial accountability.

Welcome to welcome to episode 48 of Practical Church Planting. You can watch the episode below, or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode.

Having proper financial systems in place is crucial to the integrity of your church, as well as for your church's protection. In order to ensure money is being handled properly, you must make sure you have the right systems in place for that to happen. The three financial systems we discuss in this episode are:

• Online giving
• Who/how to handle offering
• Systems of accountability

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Did you know that you can watch the Practical Church Planting podcast? Connect with us on our Facebook page or New City Church's YouTube Channel.

Have questions or want encouragement from other church planters? Join the Practical Church Planting Facebook group!