Our Church is Better + The Power of Story // Jesse Reeves

In this podcast, we are honored to have songwriter, pastor, and worship circle mentor Jesse Reeves join us to catch up on ministry life and also talk about the impact “story work” has had on him. We also talk about how we all have the propensity to think our church has figured out the best way to do church.  http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, Christy and Todd discuss her calling to worship, how she took time away from it all to be loved by God for a season, and the importance of the female voice and presence in worship.  http://www.worshipcircle.com

Tom Schlosser is a somatic therapist and licensed counselor who has been extremely helpful with our Pastor Circle and Worship Circle journeys over the years. In this episode, we discuss how important it is to pay attention to what our bodies are telling us about our past and present stories. http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, we hear from session and live guitarist Randy Pearce about his journey with God in life and ministry, as well as his guitar insights after playing with Steven Curtis Chapman and others for years. Randy is currently playing with Steven and also helping churches with their teams to be better equipped to deliver Sunday after Sunday from a healthy place. http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, we discuss our upcoming Pastor Circle term with Brent Harrison and Danny Mullins. Pastors are often the most exhausted leaders in ministry and make time for everyone but themselves. Pastor Circle exists for them to know they are loved and not alone, and to find a safe space to be truly known and cared for.  http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, we speak with singer, songwriter, and worship pastor Matt Goss. We discuss his journey of leading a multi-site team for years in Pennsylvania and how paying attention to his story helped him be more present to God, himself, and others.  http://www.worshipcircle.com

Cathy Loerzel is the co-founder and Executive Vice President of The Allender Center, an organization focused on healing trauma through the power of story, psychology, and theology. She works closely with Dr. Dan Allender to train therapists, pastors, and leaders in narrative-focused care. Cathy is also the co-author of Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals True Calling, which explores how pain and trauma can become sources of purpose and restoration. With a background in counseling and community development, she is known for her compassionate, insightful approach to helping people understand their stories and reclaim their identities. Beyond her leadership and writing, Cathy is a frequent speaker and teacher on topics of redemption, identity, and relational wholeness. http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, we are honored to dive into a subject that can be filled with shame and contempt. Our friend, Greg Oliver of Awaken Ministries in Birmingham, AL, shares the story of how his worst days turned into a ministry that now helps many who struggle with sexual addiction move toward recovery and healing. http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, we are honored to hear from Bill and Kristi Gaultiere, leaders of Soul Shepherding, a ministry to bring health and healing to ministry leaders. They were both mentored by Dallas Willard and his wife, Jane, and trained in psychotherapy and spiritual direction. Their new book, Deeply Loved, is out now and helps us all understand God’s deep empathy for us, which in turn allows us to offer it to others.  http://www.worshipcircle.com

In this podcast, we are honored to have friend, prolific songwriter, and Worship Circle small group leader, Andy Gullahorn, share about his continued journey of following God in this world of grief and joy. Andy shares insights about his new project, “Winning Streak,” and his approach to songwriting. Head to the Worship Circle Podcast YouTube channel for the video version.  http://www.worshipcircle.com