This week on the podcast Stan and the guys discuss the dangers of culture, pulpit, and politics. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan and the guys discuss the Great Commission and Great Commandment. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan and the guys discuss how to find out what your church does best and how you can do more of it while keeping the process simple. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan and the guys chat guest welcoming dynamics. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan & the guys discuss vision casting in the local church. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan & the guys discuss change in the small church world. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

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Stan, Caleb, and Vic discuss community presence for the local church. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan, Vic, and Caleb discuss what it means to keep the local church grounded. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Good pastoring requires some courage. Some decisions are often harder than others. Stan, Vic, and Caleb discuss leading with courage, intentionality, and humility. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org…

Stan chats with Pastor Caleb Howell of Howell Baptist Church in Lucedale, MS and Pastor Victor Herman of First Baptist Chickasaw in Chickasaw, AL. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan Givens

Stan sits down for a chat with Pastor Victor Herman of First Baptist Chickasaw in Chickasaw, AL and Pastor Caleb Howell of Howell Baptist Church in Howell, MS. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org…

You asked, and we are answering! In this episode, our Communications Director Josh Givens is taking on one of the most frequently asked questions he receives from you — pastors in the small church digital media world: "What's the difference between a Facebook page and a website?" Moreover, we'll look at three of the top reasons your church should h…

Stan sits down with EntrePastors co-host and 95Network Director of Coaching Jon Sanders to talk local church, ministry life, and much more! Show Notes and Links: entrepastors.com 95Network How To Hire Staff With No Budget jon@entrepastors.com Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter…

This week on the show, Josh & Stan discuss one of Josh's recent blog posts: "Five Practical and Innovative Ways You Can Encourage Your Social Media Audience." Josh writes regularly on Church Communications at The Josh Givens Blog. You can find all of his content at: jdgivens.com Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614r…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss six specific strengths of the small church: Community specificity and awareness Easier to direct and inspire Travel light Budget adjustable Closer fellowship happens faster. Conflicts can be resolved faster. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild …

This week on the show Stan is joined by close friend Colin Campbell to discuss all things discipleship. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan & Josh Givens

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss the essential differences between trendiness and traditionalism in the Local Church At Large. We'll also touch on why churches today must evidence a willingness to adapt and change with the culture while simultaneously adhering to truth and core doctrine. Links mentioned in this episode: 614ministries.org S…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss what should — and shouldn't — make a church attractive and why we so often get lost in focusing on external/physical elements. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: "It" by Craig Groeschel available at: craiggroeschel.com/books/it Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/61…

Stan sits down for a chat via Zoom with Dr. Mike Rubino, pastor of Cornerstone Bible Church in Port Jeff Station, NY. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Text "thrive" to 631-201-5520 for access to Mike, his team and their resources. Cornerstone Bible Church Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Ins…

This week on the show Stan chats with Pastor Glenn Fussell of Harvest Time Church of God in Douglas, Georgia. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan & Josh Givens

Links and resources mentioned in this episode: 95network.org 95 Network Podcast 95 Network Online Store "Stalled: Help and Hope For Pastors Who Thought They'd Be There By Now" Dale's Unexpected Sabbatical & Reflections — Episode 91 Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebui…

This week on the show Stan & Josh dive into four ways that pastors can stay in the game and not give up even when ministry and pastoral life become overwhelming. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: https://614ministries.org/who-we-are/our-team Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614reb…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss a specific aspect of church revitalization by drawing from some lessons in Nehemiah. Resources and links mentioned in this episode: https://northsidemobile.org/messages Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614m…

Stan and Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post which focuses on how to keep Church Communications ministry efforts very simple, particularly within the small church sphere. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: The Josh Givens Blog "Keeping Church Comms Simple" Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Ins…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss what they gleaned from their time in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado as they spent time with Pastor Karl Vaters, several other small church leaders, and an amazing team from Compassion International. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twi…

Stan & Josh interview Branden Rogers, lead pastor of Midway Baptist Church in Lucedale, MS and Ryan Lantaff, assistant pastor at Northside Bible Church in Mobile, AL. Pastor Branden operates The Anchor, a faith-based transition home (discipleship home) and Pastor Ryan is the founder and executive director of Agape Life Gardens. Throughout the episo…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post and examine the ministry relationship between church communicators and pastors — a relationship that they both share and understand. Things get even more fun and interesting when you toss a father & son relationship into the mix! Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: f…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss the two key questions that pastors and church leaders should be able to answer about their churches: What are people saying about your church in the community? What the people of your church speaking into the community? Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Life On Mission: lifeonmissionbook.com Su…

This week on the show, Josh breaks down the nuts and bolts of the marketing and branding world and how and why they can and should apply to the Local Church. The episode also covers a few church marketing tips, thoughts, and strategies, including: Having someone in place to handle marketing for your church. Using your website to promote the Gospel …

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss three core elements that should be evident in every healthy Local Church: People striving for holiness. People becoming less selfish. Leadership focused on discipleship and training others for ministry. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitt…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post and take a deep dive into some practical church social media management tips. Topics discussed include: Keeping your social media pages and profiles clean and professional. Highlighting your volunteers. Using recurring posts. Engagement Not comparing yourself to or being intimidated …

This week on the show Stan discusses eight keys to lowering the trauma impact of conflict within your church as seen through Nehemiah 4:7-23. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan & Josh Givens

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss what can happen when The Blame Game erupts within church leadership, particularly with the context of declining churches. Episode also includes how a church can move away from brokenness and toward rebuilding. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuil…

This week on the show Stan and Josh discuss ten ways to gradually make creative changes and adjustments to traditional worship services. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: jamieharvill.com How To Use 'Goodly' Correctly In A Sentence How To Change Your Church (Without Killing It) by Gene Appel Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Min…

Links and resources mentioned in this episode: 10 Facts No One Tells You About Church Communications Ministry Additional worthwhile resources on Church Comms: "Rethink Communication" by Phil Bowdle — available on Amazon "PR Matters: A Survival Guide For Church Communicators" by Justin Dean — available on Amazon "Lasting Impact: 7 Powerful Conversat…

Stan and Josh sit down with Northside Bible Church Assistant Pastor and local Celebrate Recovery leader Steven Mathews to discuss everything from the definition of a recovery community to recovery ministry outreach and strategies. Relevant Links and Resources: celebraterecovery.com Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/6…

This week on the show Josh dispels four myths about digital ministry and makes the case that it is just as important and valuable for Kingdom work as in-person ministry and discipleship. Links mentioned in this episode: On Church Communications As a Ministry, Not A Function Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuil…

This week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss the reality of burnout, in the ministry, signs and warnings to look for, and touch on three necessary actions for leaders on the edge of burnout: Get with your spiritual mentor. Get alone with God. Share your struggles with your spiritual team. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.…

This week on the show Josh discusses the crazy, complex, wonderful, and sometimes just plain ole weird world inside the P.K. bubble as he dialogues with his dad about growing up as a pastor's kid and eventually heeding the call to ministry. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: …

This week on the show Stan & Josh preview this year's Shepherds' Summit pastoral conference scheduled to be held April 28-30 at Northside Bible Church. Links mentioned in this episode: Shepherds' Summit 2022 page Shepherds' Summit 2022 registration and payment Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss why and how every healthy local church should have a footprint of love within its community. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.orgVon Stan & Josh Givens

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss why it's so critical and necessary for pastors to remember that on any given Sunday they could have believers, unbelievers, mature Christians, or carnal Christians in the room. Resources mentioned in this episode: "He That Is Spiritual" by Lewis Sperry Chafer— available on Amazon here. Also available on chr…

This week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's recent blog post: "Deal With Criticism Like A Seasoned Specialist, Not A Blubbering Baby." Several of these tips apply to ministry leadership in general, not just leadership in Church Communications: First, do nothing. Take a deep breath and chill out. Ask yourself if the criticism is actually true. …

This week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss why it's important for pastors to be prepared and "on guard" against the attacks that not only come from the Enemy, but also those that occur within the Church and the attacks from the culture. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614…

Stan and Josh are joined via Zoom by Youth & Young Adults Pastor Neal McKinney of First Baptist Punta Gorda, Florida to discuss our current culture's effect on youth ministry. Together the guys cover everything from the impact of COVID to the recent trends, cultural divides, and much more. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: "Artificial …

Oftentimes pastors can struggle with finding their personal value in things like how well the church is doing, how many programs their church is running, and what the attendance numbers look like. This week on the show, Stan & Josh tackle the question: What actually makes us valuable as ministers of the Gospel? Resources mentioned in this episode: …

This week on the show, Josh discusses why it's good to encourage the young people in your church — many of whom naturally possess skills in the digital media world because they have grown up in it — to use those talents and abilities for Kingdom value work within the Local Church. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/61…

This week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss four things that pastors should be thinking about and doing as they roll into the New Year: Plan your church's spiritual direction and development. Plan for discipleship throughout the year. Plan your full year calendar so that you have an overview of all key events. Plan your breaks. Links mentioned in th…

Hiring a full time Comms Minister for your church is a big deal and it can be intimidating. A lot of questions come into play. What ministry attributes are needed in a candidate? What basic tech skills and other abilities should the candidate possess? How does all this play into the size and framework of my church? In this episode, Josh tackles eig…