Ordinary Pastor
This is Ordinary Pastor, where we take a deeper look into ordinary pastors walking through life. Join church planter and pastor of Oasis Church Chicago, JP Troglio, to talk about pastors and their everyday conversations.
Episodes
CREATIVITY IN THE CHURCH - WHAT IS BEST? (feat. Jack Pies)
Today's episode a lean in moment with JP Troglio and Jack Pies, an incredible Creative Director, Producer, and Strategist for all things creative and communication both inside and outside of the church. These two have a powerful conversation about the necessity of creativity in the church, what is needed and what is not needed. They talk about the reach of the generations coming up and how to util
THE OVERFLOW OF FAMILY (Feat. Sam Hamstra)
On this weeks episode, JP leans into an incredible conversation with Pastor Sam Hamstra, founder and lead pastor of Anthem Church, about the necessity of the overflow of family and ministry. Pastor Sam is leading an incredible church in Northwest Indiana that is expanding and growing week in and week out. Even in the midst of a multi-campus church, Sam has found the necessity of prioritizing his f
BEING COVERED: IT IS DESIGNED THAT WAY ft. LAMORRIS CRAWFORD
In today's episode, JP sits down with one of his brothers, friend and mentors LaMorris Crawford. LaMorris and his wife Megan Crawford were NFL Chaplains for years and served faithfully as within their local church as Marriage Pastors. LaMorris has been in the ministry for over 20 years and is currently traveling full time preaching and evangelizing across the country.
JP and LaMorris have know ea
"DISCIPLESHIP IS THE NARROW ROAD" Pt 2 with ANDREW ZNACKHO
On this episode, JP sits down again with Andrew Znachko who is the Lead Pastor of Antioch Indianapolis, a church plant that is a part of the Antioch Community Church out of Waco, TX. JP and Andrew take the time to discuss the need and the power of healthy discipleship within the local church body. Why is it necessary? What does it look like to see discipleship unfold in the local church? They go a
THE LORD'S PRAYER WORKS ft. ANDREW ZNACHKO
On this episode, JP sits down with Andrew Znachko who is the Lead Pastor of Antioch Indianapolis, a church plant that is a part of the Antioch Community Church out of Waco, TX. JP and Andrew sit down and talk about living in and for the Kingdom of God and how the Lord's Prayer has been a life changing prayer for them as leaders.
Andrew and his wife Heather are incredible parents to their three c
ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER (Feat. David Campbell)
In today's episode, JP dives into a great conversation with David Campbell. David is a Teacher, Author, and Church Founder. He is a voice for this generation. JP and David jump in and talk about the power of taking a step each day in the Lord regardless of how it feels or looks. This conversation is centered around not giving up and how to stay faithful through the years as a leader. Hope this cha
SEASON 2 LAUNCH
In this week's episode, we launch into a Season 2 of Ordinary Pastor Podcast. JP and his wife Rachel sit down and talk about what they have been carrying lately in their hearts for leaders and pastors and talking about what is ahead for the season on the podcast. It is a raw, open conversation that we hope stirs your hearts as leaders/pastors to keep pressing forward. Exciting things coming up! Th
Can We Soar Like Eagles?
In this week's episode we are joined by Josh Rice, the Executive Pastor of Oasis Church Chicago and great friend to JP Troglio. These two talk about the call in this hour for the Church to enter into their God-given authority to reach the lost in this hour. It is a raw, open conversation that we hope stirs your hearts as leaders/pastors to keep pressing forward.
Isaiah 40:31 - "But thos
Post-Easter High
This week we catch back up and talk about how to continue after the "post-Easter high". How to encourage your volunteers, stay faithful & humble with unexpected circumstances, and at the end of the day to continue to love people well.
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Two truths & a lie
In this week's episode, we focus on Proverbs 29:12 "If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials become wicked". We talked through how to have a perspective of what is true, how lies can fester & spread, and why it is crucial to have counsel constantly.
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Rightsizing The Giant
In this week's episode, we talk about how to rightsize the giant. How to rightly see the adversity at hand by asking yourself 3 questions. (Numbers 13:33)
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Tough Skin & Soft Heart
In this week's episode, we get into the fun stuff...adversity. How this time of year can be full of so many beautiful things, but can be a time that hardships tend to pile on. We talk through mindsets & postures to help manage these seasons to continue to shepherd your people well.
(John 14:27, 1 Peter 5:8-9, James 1:2-3)
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
ServanthoodU
In this week's episode, we discuss the need, importance, and power behind serving. As the leader goes, so do the people.
Mark 10:45 "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
Matthew 10:26 "But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant"
Music: Has the Worl
A call for character
In this week's episode, we talk about how to build your team and the importance of paying attention to people's character. It is not a matter of numbers but the strength and character of those on your team.
Judges 7:4 "But the LORD said to Gideon, 'There are still too many men. Take them down to the water, and I will thin them out for you there. If I say, ‘This one shall go with
Cultivate the co-vocational calling
In this week's episode, we dive deeper into what co-vocational means and how the call to serve is on every believer.
Romans 12:4-5 "For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others."
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Building a co-vocational team
In this week's episode, we explore the call of building a "co-vocational" team. Like Paul (Acts 18:1-4), we are all called to build the kingdom. We talk about mobilizing your body's people and key areas to focus on while building this team.
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Do we return to the "old"?
In today's episode, we talked about how pastors can lead well in this season during the transition after the pandemic.
We talk through the question of, what to let go and what to take from what we learned, into the next season.
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Tell me who I am
In this episode of Ordinary Pastor, we talk about how important it is who you ask that question to. We need to know our identity and to be comfortable with who that is. Knowing who you are, and the calling He has put in your life keeps you from wandering, out of burnout, and helps build the Kingdom.
Verses: 1 Samuel 17, Romans 12
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Burn up vs burnout
In this episode, we talk through steps of how to come out of burnout and putting safeguards in place.
Acts 4: 34 - "...there were no needy persons among them."
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
Is burnout real?
In this episode, we talk about the aspect of burnout and what that means as leaders of a Church and followers of God.
Romans 12: 11-12 MSG - "Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder."
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
What does it mean to lead in this hour?
In this episode, we explore the unique challenges facing pastors in their roles as leaders during these uncertain times. We discuss the importance of understanding the call of their position, and how to navigate the complexities of leading a congregation through difficult times. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the role of pastors as leaders in this hour
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What is an Ordinary Pastor?
In this podcast episode, we delve into the question of what it means to be an Ordinary Pastor. We take a closer look at the responsibilities and challenges faced by pastors in their everyday work, and explore the ways in which they are called to serve their congregations. Join us as we gain a deeper understanding of what an "Ordinary Pastor" is and the vital role they play in our commun
Intro: Ordinary Pastor
Church planter and pastor of Oasis Church Chicago, JP Troglio, talks about Ordinary Pastors and their everyday conversations.
Music: Has the World Gone Mad by CALI JEWLS
