Plant Strong Podcast

This solo Lisa Bennett episode is full of wisdom, resources, and encouragement. Lisa introduces our new fall series: Fearless in Spite of Fear and discusses two areas of her life where she has a tendency to lean into fear. Make sure you listen all the way until the end, where Lisa shares a beautiful reading that encompasses her current season in life! The Coaching Habit by Michael Stanier Unoffendable by Brent Hanson The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi

Kerry Smith is the Director of Women and Children at Good News Church in Powell, Ohio. She is also the host of the Gathered Courage Podcast and an editor for the Plant Strong Podcast! Kerry covers lots of ground in this episode—listen for her wisdom on why she has eliminated the word busy from her vocabulary and how children aren’t the church of the future, but the church of NOW. Practices that have helped Kerry Get up 1 1/2 hours earlier than your family "I am" list Deleted word "busy" from your vocabulary Things Kerry has let "fall away" checking email first thing in the morning grocery shopping in person Resources: -Expo Conference -Orange Conference -It's Just a Phase by Reggie Joiner -Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Tripp Set up IN YOUR CALENDAR time to process conferences - or else it becomes discouraging instead of inspiring. We give a sense of urgency to things that don't necessarily require it. www.kerryjsmith.com kerry@goodnewsfamily.org Gathered Courage Podcast on Instagram Gathered Cour

This episode is for anyone who can get a little overwhelmed when looking at the calendar! Leilani Sizemore, Director of Operations at Creekside Church, shares how you can find ways to boss around your time. She gives a ton of practical advice in a shame and guilt-free way that will empower you to lead strong in your own daily life!

We’re back! And get ready! This episode is packed with leadership wisdom from Courtney Wright: COO of the Christian Alliance of Pastors. Courtney is a powerhouse leader with a story that is evidence of God’s kindness. She will inspire you to amplify your impact in your own sphere of influence using your unique, God-given gifts.

How do you make sense of all the voices in our lives? Lisa Bennett and Heidy Tandy talk through all of the perspectives that we navigate as we live our own individual stories as church planting women. This episode will help you identify the voices that matter to you and think through how you can be intentionally listening for God’s voice above everything else. Show Notes: Jen Antonucci - 50 Janet Mcmahon - 66 Shaila Visser - 65

Bread making was a 2020 pandemic project for many people, but for Kendall Vanderslice it is a way of life! Kendall is a baker, writer, speaker, and expert on all things related to church around the table. This conversation will encourage you to creatively gather your community and gives several ideas on how to make connection around the table work for your people. It may even make you a bit hungry for some bread. Edible Theology on Instagram

If you have spent any time in or around church planting, you will resonate with the experiences of this episode’s guest! Shauna Pilgreen is a church planter and author of the book “Love Where You Live”. What really shines in this episode is Shauna’s passion for Jesus and heart for her city. She talks about the importance of proximity with your neighbors, their family’s weekend rhythms, and how to lean into each unique season of ministry. Love Where You Live

Angela Craig is a pastor, professor, and all around DIGITAL CHURCH EXPERT! This episode is packed with truth about finding the courage to live your calling. Angela shares how she led and launched a Facebook Church and the leadership lessons she learned along the way. Her story will help you find ways to be fearless in your own sphere of influence!

Do you feel as if your soul might be hitting the proverbial wall? Dr. Kristi Gaultiere—licensed psychotherapist and spiritual director for women in ministry and pastors’ wives—talks about the effects of the last year on women (yay 2020/2021). She also gives a ton of resources on how to rest and reflect in ministry regardless of your stage in ministry. Make sure you check out the show notes for all of the tools she references in this packed episode! Show Notes: https://journeyofthesoul.org  https://www.sabbaticalguide.com   https://www.soulshepherding.org   Social Media @soulshepherding

Did you miss the 2021 Virtual Bloom Retreat? Or do you wish that you could listen again to Bianca Juarez Olthoff’s powerful message and interview? This episode is for you! Bianca walks you through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and explores what it looks like to live fearlessly even in the midst of the fire. Grab your Bible, notebook, and a pen and get ready to learn from Bianca Juarez Olthoff!

Should your church be on tiktok? Rachel Stewart’s answer just may surprise you! Rachel founded Copper Hive Consulting: a Marketing and Business Strategy network to help leaders stay focused on what matters—helping people. Lisa and Rachel also cover all things personality assessments and why it matters to know who you are as you lead and serve in church planting. Show Notes: Grit by Angela Duckworth Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast Social Media Marketing with Michael Stelzner Traction by Gino Wickman

What’s it been like to be a board certified Hospital Chaplain through a global pandemic? Reverend Jennifer Prior (Jennie) shares what is has been like to care for people in their darkest moments. Jennie also talks about how she rests and takes care of herself when life is heavy and overwhelming. This episode will challenge you to stay curious as you care for people on your church planting journey.

Do you love people before you try to lead people? Listen in as Beth Cross, Director of Institutional Advancement at Mid Atlantic Christian University (as well as many other life roles!), shares about how to see people even through our differences and disagreements. Beth candidly shares about her experiences in several diverse leadership roles in the church, the nonprofit world, higher education, and parenting! https://www.macuniversity.edu

Janet McMahon, Community Life Pastor at Restore Community Church in Kansas City, MO shares her recent journey of finding her voice even after 25+ years in ministry. She talks about what it looks like to fully embrace the love of Jesus as we lead and love people, even as we walk through hard circumstances or disagreement. You may need a tissue or two for this incredible story. Resources mentioned in this episode: Pete Scazzero and his Emotionally Healthy resources Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero Emotionally Healthy Leader by Pete Scazzero

You’re going to want to listen to this episode more than once! Shaila Visser, National Director of Alpha Canada, redefines and clarifies evangelism and gives several creative ways to be hope and joy in your own sphere of influence. She also talks about being hospitable versus showing hospitality and why that distinction matters. Grab a notebook and get ready to take notes on this wisdom-packed episode. Links to mentions in the show! Alpha  Darrell Johnson All things Shaila Visser

Lisa Bennett wants to be your friend! Seriously. Listen to this episode to get to know more about all things Lisa and her story. Make sure you listen all the way to the end for an encouraging reminder about how we treat ourselves and live in our current season! Shared on the show today: The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi   The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown   I Thought it Was Just Me (But it Wasn't) by Brene Brown   Mr Rogers Mug   Parent Cue on Facebook

This episode covers a LOT of ground! Lisa interviews Katie Alesso, Connections Pastor at Thrive Los Angeles. Katie shares about how God has uniquely wired her for ministry through extroversion and relationships and how that all connects with her journey in church planting. You’ll also learn Katie’s definition of a Sunday afternoon mega-nap. Resources shared on the show today: Managing Leadership Anxiety By Steve Cuss Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero A Women of No Importance by Sonia Purnell

We’re kicking off 2021 with a bang! Stadia’s Director of New Church Growth and Multiplication, Tim Celek, talks about his experience starting and pastoring a church for 30 years. Tim also talks about using every single day for kingdom impact. This episode is packed with encouragement and Scripture—2 things every church planter needs this year! The Question Behind the Question by John G Miller The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy

2020 has been quite the year! Lisa Bennett and Heidy Tandy look back and look ahead on this annual tradition of the Plant Strong Podcast. The ladies discuss ways to celebrate even in such a difficult year and some of their favorite things from 2020 (spoiler alert: they also discuss their preferred type of Christmas décor and reveal some new learnings about the Enneagram).

Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, church planter, and leadership coach. Her most recent book, Ready to Rise, released in April. This interview is from the 2020 Virtual Bloom Retreat, where Lisa asked Jo several questions directly from the Bloom Community. You will need a pen and paper for all of the knowledge that Jo drops in this episode! You can also check out Jo’s leadership coaching that she references at https://www.josaxton.com/coaching.