The Pillar Network
This is the official podcast of the Pillar Church Planting Network. Typically hosted by Nate Akin, it discusses Pillar's mission, history, DNA, doctrine, and information for pastors.
Episodes
Pillar Women Ep. 15 - Interpreting the Mundane Through the Grand Story of Redemption
OVERVIEW
Most of us know the big story of the Bible: creation, fall, redemption, and consummation.
The harder part is remembering that story when we are tired, anxious, sitting in a waiting room, cleaning the kitchen, or wondering whether the work in front of us matters at all.
Because whether we realize it or not, we are always interpreting our lives. A hard season can start to feel like the whol
Ep. 121 - The William Carey Project with Ryan Robertson, Brooks Buser, Nate Akin, & Liam Garvie
Nate Akin and Liam Garvie talk with Ryan Robertson (President of Reaching & Teaching) and Brooks Buser (President of Radius International) about the William Carey Project. This collaborative effort, inspired by the legacy of the Baptist missionary William Carey, aims to reach 10 unreached language groups around the world by bringing together the strengths of Radius, RTIM, and Pillar. Learn mor
Ep. 120 - What is a Pastor? with Nate Akin, Jason Wredberg, & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn interviews Nate Akin and Jason Wredberg about their new book with Courier Publishing, "What is a Pastor?" They discuss the biblical foundation for the office of pastor, whether pastoring is an office or a gift, the pastoral office in historic confessions, and more. Get the book here - https://a.co/d/0gq4OCpE.
Ep. 119 - A Conversation about Conferences including the Unite Conference
Nate Akin, Liam Garvie, and Dave Kiehn discuss conferences, particularly our upcoming Unite Conference. In addition, they talk about why conferences are important and how to get the most out of them.
Ep. 118 - Historical Models for Local Church Mentoring with Phil Newton
Phil Newton shares insights on mentoring in the local church drawn from several examples from church history. Phil gave this talk at a Pillar regional gathering in Memphis, TN earlier this year.
Ep. 117 - Transitioning to Elder Plurality in a Revitalization with Jordan Cobb & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley talks with Jordan Cobb about transitioning to a plurality of elders in a revitalization, including shepherding the congregation and deacons through the process, spending “leadership coins” wisely, and more. Jordan is a member of our network and the Senior Pastor of Standing Springs Baptist Church in Simpsonville, SC
Pillar Women Ep. 14 - Gospel Encouragement for Women in Difficult Seasons
In this special episode of the Pillar Women Podcast, Betsy Gómez brings us a collection of gospel-centered encouragements recorded at the SBC Annual Meeting.
One of the sweetest gifts of gathering with faithful brothers and sisters in Christ is the reminder that we are not alone in the work God has given us to do. Whether we are serving in our homes, local churches, or communities, we all need fre
Ep. 116 - IMB, Pillar, and Kingdom Work in Colombia
Brandon Langley interviews Will about his work as a missionary in Colombia. They discuss his path to becoming a missionary, some of the challenges for ministry in Colombia, planting and revitalization efforts there, how churches can partner, and more.
Ep. 115 - The Great Commission Congress with Liam Garvie, Brian Parks, & Josh Manley
Liam Garvie talks with Brian Parks and Josh Manley about the upcoming Great Commission Congress in Bangkok. They discuss the importance of biblical missions, the role of local churches, and the vision for a renewed, gospel-centered approach to global missions.
Ep. 114 - Youth Ministry & Discipling the Next Generation with John Whiteaker & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn talks with John Whiteaker about youth ministry in the local church, including some of the challenges for youth ministry, integrating youth into the life of the church, teaching the Bible to youth, and more.
Ep. 113 - Steadfast (1 Timothy 4:5) with Ed Moore
Ed Moore preaches on enduring suffering from 1 Timothy 4:5 at the 2026 NYC Pillar Pastors Conference.
Ep. 112 - Missions in Central Asia with IMB Missionaries & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley talks with two missionaries with the IMB in Central Asia. They discuss current gospel work and regional needs in Central Asia, missiological principles guiding the work, how churches can partner in global missions, and more.
Ep. 111 - Sober Minded (1 Timothy 4:5) with Erik Raymond
Erik Raymond preaches on being sober minded from 1 Timothy 4:5 at the 2026 NYC Pillar Pastors Conference.
Ep. 110 - Pillar SBC Preview with Dave Kiehn, Nate Akin, Dave Russell, & Ben Lacey
Dave Kiehn leads a panel discussion on the upcoming SBC in Orlando, FL. Panelists Nate Akin, Dave Russell, and Ben Lacey discuss important issues heading up to the SBC, including the presidential election, Al Mohler's proposed Truth and Unity Amendment, and more. This audio is from a network-wide Zoom call from May 28, 2026.
Ep. 109 - Multiplying Men, Marriages, and Ministry with Nate Akin
Nate Akin gives a talk on Multiplying Men, Marriages, and Ministry at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.
Pillar Women Ep. 13 - What We Wish We Knew as Ministry Wives
In this episode of the Pillar Women Podcast, Betsy Gómez and Sarah Rogers sit down for a warm and honest conversation about the lessons they wish they had learned earlier as ministry wives.
With a lighthearted backstory and plenty of laughter, Betsy and Sarah reflect on the joys, tensions, limitations, and hidden graces of serving alongside their husbands in ministry. Together, they share twelve l
Ep. 108 - Pastoral Leadership with Eric Bancroft
Eric Bancroft gives a talk on Pastoral Leadership at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.
Ep. 107 - Are Affinity Groups Helpful or Hurtful to the SBC?
Nate Akin, Dave Kiehn, Brandon Langley, and Ben Wright discuss affinity groups within the Southern Baptist Convention. In this episode, they explore the benefits and concerns surrounding affinity groups, their role in fostering cooperation for missions and church planting, and how these networks can help churches engage more meaningfully in SBC life.
Ep. 106 - Ministry and Missions in the 21st Century with Greg Gilbert, Ryan Fullerton, Andrew Walker, & Tom Schreiner
Nate Akin hosts a panel discussion on Ministry and Missions in the 21st Century with Greg Gilbert, Ryan Fullerton, Andrew Walker, and Tom Schreiner at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.
Ep. 105 - Holiness of the Shepherd with Liam Garvie
Liam Garvie gives a talk on Holiness of the Shepherd at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.
Ep. 104 - 12 Lessons on Preaching Application with Ed Moore
Ed Moore shares 12 Lessons on Preaching Application at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.
Pillar Women Ep. 12 - Flourish in Your Local Church with Hunter Beless
In this episode of the Pillar Network Podcast, Sarah Rogers and Betsy Gómez sit down with Hunter Beless to talk about discipleship, women’s ministry, and the irreplaceable role of the local church.
Hunter shares how her understanding of the church deepened through years of ministry, especially as she saw the limitations of online influence and the necessity of embodied, relational discipleship. To
Ep. 103 - Conviction and Baptist Doctrine with Al Mohler
Dr. Albert Mohler gives a talk on Conviction and Baptist Doctrine at the 2026 Pillar Intensive at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY.
Ep. 102 - Preaching in Latin America with Alexis Pérez, Victor Rodriguez, & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn talks with Alexis Pérez and Victor Rodriguez about the state of preaching in Latin America and the work of Prédica Fiel to train pastors. They discuss how biblical training is transforming churches, challenges in Latin American ministry, and more. Learn more about Prédica Fiel at predicafiel.org.
Pillar Women Ep. 11 - Introducing Betsy Gómez, Pillar Women’s Ministry Coordinator
In this episode of the Pillar Network Podcast, Sarah Rogers sits down with Betsy Gómez, who recently joined her in serving as a Pillar Women's Ministry Coordinator, to share the story behind her life, ministry, and love for the local church.
Betsy shares how the Lord saved her as a teenager but later confronted her with a deeper understanding of the gospel that reshaped her view of womanhood, mini
Ep. 101 - A Conversation on Anxiety with Drew Taylor & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn talks with Drew Taylor about anxiety and pastoral ministry, including Drew’s personal experience with anxiety, shepherding those struggling with anxiety, the role of physical health, and more.
Ep. 100 - Missions and Global Cities: A Conversation with Nate Akin, Liam Garvie, and Ryan Robertson
Nate Akin, Liam Garvie, and Ryan Robertson talk about missions strategies and Global Cities. In addition, they discuss the Global Cities Project, partnership among like-minded organizations, gospel infrastructure, specific major cities, and how Pillar churches/members can get involved. Learn more at globalcitiesproject.com.
Ep. 99 - Cultivating Purity in the Local Church with Anchored Virtual
Dave Kiehn talks with Brian Walker and Stephen Watson from Anchored Virtual about the issue of pornography within the church and how pastors can counsel those struggling with it. They discuss creating a culture of transparency and accountability, understanding the deeper heart issues behind pornography struggles, the need for biblical accountability, and more. Learn more at anchoredvirtual.com.
Ep. 98 - Musical Worship Planning & Leadership with Drew O’Neal, Ronnie Morris, & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley talks with two worship leaders, Drew O’Neal and Ronnie Morris. They discuss theological foundations in leading musical worship, intentionality, the role of pastoral leadership, liturgy, and more.
Ep. 97 - A Panel Discussion on Raising Up Elders
Phil Newton leads a panel discussion on raising up elders in local churches. Panelists Rich Shadden, Tom Mercer, and Alex Daher talk through how to recognize, develop, and affirm elders. This audio is from a network-wide Zoom call from February 25, 2026.
Ep. 96 - Leading from the Second Chair with Aaron Swain, Andy Winn, Adam Darnell, & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn talks with Aaron Swain, Andy Winn, and Adam Darnell about leading from the second chair in pastoral ministry. They discuss the functions and responsibilities of associate and executive pastors, supporting the lead pastor, healthy team dynamics, and more.
Ep. 95 - A Conversation about Planting with Brandon Freeman & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn interviews Brandon Freeman about the process of planting Heritage Baptist Church. They discuss co-vocational ministry, the role of Pillar in helping plant, the church's growth and impact so far, and more.
Ep. 94 - A Conversation on Church Membership with Bryan Sloan, Brandon Langley, & Eric Bancroft
Eric Bancroft talks with Brandon Langley and Bryan Sloan about church membership, including the biblical basis for membership in a local church, membership classes, requirements for new members, and more. Bryan is a member of our network and the Preaching Pastor of The Fields Church in Mansfield, Texas.
Ep. 93 - “Unburdening the Soul” with Phil Newton & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley talks with Phil Newton about his recent book, “Unburdening the Soul,” on personal and corporate confession of sin. They discuss how confession aids our understanding of sin and holiness, how to integrate confession into worship, personal confession of sin, and more. Get Phil’s new book here - https://a.co/d/0hsmQ3Cy.
Ep. 92 - “Pulling the Thread” with Dave Kiehn & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley talks with Dave Kiehn about his new book, “Pulling the Thread." They discuss the process of uncovering deeper issues in a revitalization context by ‘pulling the thread,’ patience in leadership, cultivating a healthy church culture, and more. Get Dave’s new book here: https://a.co/d/bMgq75I.
Ep. 91 - Get to Know Tiago Oliveira and FBC Lisbon
Liam Garvie talks with Tiago Oliveira, Lead Pastor of First Baptist Church of Lisbon and the President of Martin Bucer Seminary Portugal. Tiago shares the church's history, their current growth, the challenges of ministry in a post-Christian context, current needs for ministry in Lisbon, and more.
Ep. 90 - When is a Church Ready to Plant? with Brandon Langley & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn and Brandon Langley talk about chapter four of Churches Planting Churches, on “When is a Church Ready to Plant a New Church?” They discuss the importance of congregational buy-in, church health, financial readiness, having a qualified pastor, and more.
Ep. 89 - Baptism & The Lord’s Supper with Bobby Jamieson
Brandon Langley talks with Bobby Jamieson about the significance of baptism and the Lord's Supper, specifically in church planting. They discuss the relationship between baptism and church membership, the Lord's Supper as a communal act, how to integrate the ordinances into church life, and more.
Ep. 88 - The Christmas Story with Phil Newton
In this special Christmas Eve edition of the Pillar Podcast, Phil Newton reads the story of the birth of Jesus from Luke 1 and 2.
Pillar Women Ep. 10 - Criticism in Ministry with Sarah Rogers & Jenna DiPrima
Sarah Rogers and Jenna DiPrima discuss criticism in ministry, including understanding different types of criticism, responding with grace, practical tips for handling criticism, modeling healthy responses for children, and more.
Ep. 87 - What is the Church & What Does it Do? with Phil Newton & Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn interviews Phil Newton about chapters 2 and 3 from "Churches Planting Churches” on what the church is and does. They discuss the importance of ecclesiology for church planting, elder-led congregationalism, how narrowing the view of the church helps to clarify its purpose, and more.
Ep. 86 - A Conversation on Closed Membership with Nate Akin, Dave Kiehn, & Liam Garvie
Nate Akin, Dave Kiehn, and Liam Garvie discuss how Pillar values closed membership. They address the practice of open membership, the importance of baptism, conscience dilemmas, regenerate church membership, what historic Baptist confessions have to say, teaching patiently on membership, and more.
Ep. 85 - Meaningful Christian Friendships with Daniel Gillespie, Kurt Gebhards, & Eric Bancroft
Dave Kiehn talks with Daniel Gillespie, Kurt Gebhards, & Eric Bancroft about the importance of building deep and meaningful Christian friendships among men, including the contrast with modern male friendships that lack depth, friendships that go beyond superficial interests, encouraging spiritual growth, and more.
Ep. 84 - Fieldstone Counseling with Joseph Hussung and Dave Kiehn
Dave Kiehn talks with Joseph Hussung from Fieldstone Counseling about the importance of counseling in the church, particularly for pastors. They also discuss biblically based counseling, the balance between counseling and discipleship, and more. Learn more at fieldstonecounseling.org.
Ep. 83 - Associations & Collaborative Church Planting with Brandon Langley & Liam Garvie
Brandon Langley talks with Liam Garvie about his chapter of Churches Planting Churches on how associations can foster collaborative church planting, including the biblical precedent and value of associations, formalizing associations, teaching congregations about partnership and more.
Ep. 82 - A Conversation on Revitalization & Perseverance Through Suffering with Keith Crosby
Dave Kiehn talks with Keith Crosby about his journey to faith and pastoral ministry, the long game of revitalization, and his testimony of God’s grace throughout trials and suffering. Keith is a member of our network and the Lead Pastor of Hillside Church in San Jose, California.
Ep. 81 - Planting Parkside: One Year Later with Andy Davis, Andy Winn, & Chase Jenkins
Dave Kiehn talks with Andy Davis, Andy Winn, & Chase Jenkins about the journey to planting Parkside Baptist Church in Durham, NC. They discuss the reasons for planting, the joys and challenges of the first year, raising up a team to plant, challenges for the sending church, and more.
Ep. 80 - Funding a Church Plant with Phil Newton, Nathan Baumgartner, & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley, Phil Newton, and Nathan Baumgartner talk about how to fund a church plant from chapters 11 and 12 of "Churches Planting Churches." They discuss budgeting, vision casting, dedicated funds for planting, church documents and policies, and more.
Pillar Women Ep. 9 - Women’s Discipleship with Sarah Rogers
Sarah Rogers gives a talk on discipling women in the local church, including the importance of sound doctrine, older believers teaching younger believers, teaching a distinctly Christian home life and character, and more. This talk was originally given at the 2025 Thrive Women's Conference.
Ep. 79 - Developing a Healthy Church Planting Team with Matt Rogers & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley and Matt Rogers talk about developing a healthy leadership team for a plant from chapters 7 and 8 of "Churches Planting Churches." They discuss why to send a team rather than an individual planter, recruiting from sending churches and partner churches, clear communication and expectations, and more.
Ep. 78 - "Walking in Christ" with Clint Darst
Clint Darst gives a talk on walking in Christ from Ephesians 4:1-5:21. This talk was originally given at the 2025 Pillar International Conference in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Ep. 77 - Where to Plant & Where to Find a Planter with Brandon Langley, Dave Kiehn, & Matt Rogers
Brandon Langley, Dave Kiehn, and Matt Rogers talk about two of the chapters in Pillar's upcoming book, "Churches Planting Churches." They discuss how to find planters, where to plant a church, trusting God's providence in the church planting process, and more.
Ep. 76 - A Conversation with a Church Planter in Ethiopia
Vic Carpenter interviews Nigussie Yadete about his journey to faith in Christ, good ecclesiology, the path to planting a church in Ethiopia, and more. Nigussie is a member of our network and the Lead Pastor of Christ Community Baptist Church in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Vic is also a member of our network and the Teaching Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Spotsylvania, VA.
Ep. 75 - Churches Planting Churches with Brandon Langley, Nate Akin, & Matt Rogers
Brandon Langley, Nate Akin, and Matt Rogers talk about Pillar's upcoming book 'Churches Planting Churches.' They discuss the purpose and goal of the book, building churches that multiply, biblical foundations for church planting, and more.
Pillar Women Ep. 8 - Friendship in Ministry
Jenna DiPrima and Sarah Rogers talk about friendship in ministry, particularly for pastors' wives. They discuss the unique challenges in forming and maintaining friendships within the church, discernment in what to share, taking initiative in friendship, and more.
Ep. 74 - A Conversation with Alistair Begg
Nate Akin interviews Pastor Alistair Begg. They talk about the development of his theological convictions, his time at Charlotte Chapel in Scotland, longevity in ministry and marriage, personal evangelism, and more. They also discuss the viral moment of Begg's sermon about "The Man on the Middle Cross" and the upcoming book inspired by that message. Alistair began in pastoral ministry in 1975 and
Ep. 73 - 'Every Member Matters' with Josh Wredberg & Matt Capps
Dave Kiehn talks with Josh Wredberg and Matt Capps about their new book, 'Every Member Matters.' They discuss the importance, meaning, and expectations of church membership, the collaborative writing process, and more.
Matt is the Lead Pastor of Fairview Baptist Church in Apex, NC. Josh is the Lead Pastor of Redeemer Community Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC.
Ep. 72 - Pastoral Rhythm, Rest, and Sabbaticals with Phil Newton, John Sarver, and Rich Shadden
Phil Newton talks with Rich Shadden and John Sarver about how to navigate rhythms, rest, and sabbaticals in pastoral ministry. They talk about some of the challenges that make rest difficult, planning time for rest and vacation, and more. This discussion is from a recent Memphis, TN regional gathering of Pillar churches.
Ep. 71 - Partnering to Plant: Coram Deo Baptist Church
Dave Kiehn talks with Matt Capps, Josh Wredberg, and Neal Thornton about churches partnering together to plant Coram Deo Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. They discuss regional cooperation among churches, building a culture of generosity and church multiplication, pastoral maturity and competency for planting, and more.
Pillar Women Ep. 7 - Cultivating a Spiritually Rich Women's Ministry with Sarah Rogers & Jenna DiPrima
Sarah and Jenna talk about the role of women's ministry in the local church, including grounding women's ministry in Scripture, pastoral oversight and support, resources available for women's ministry leaders, and more.
Ep. 70 - “Are You a Christian?” with Phil Newton & Brandon Langley
Brandon Langley and Phil Newton talk about Phil's booklet "Are You a Christian?" They discuss interviewing prospective church members, distinguishing between struggling believers and those who may not be true believers, the role of spiritual maturity in pastoral care, and more. Click here to order the book on Amazon. Discounts for bulk purchases are available through eknies@baptistcourier.com.
Ep. 69 - Communicating the Bible to Normal People with Alex Duke
Brandon Langley talks with Alex Duke about his new book, From Eden to Egypt. They discuss communicating biblical truths to everyday people, the role of writing in pastoral ministry, illustrations in preaching, and more. Alex is the Product Director at 9Marks and an elder at Third Avenue Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.
Ep. 68 - Regional Strategies for Kingdom Work with Brandon Langley, Dave Kiehn, & Eric Bancroft
Brandon Langley, Dave Kiehn, and Eric Bancroft discuss regional strategies for kingdom work, including Pillar's regional strategy and purpose, how a Pillar region is formed, the role of regional leaders, and more.
Ep. 67 - Co-Vocational Church Planting Part 2 with Vic Carpenter & Phil Newton
Vic Carpenter joins Phil Newton again to talk about co-vocational ministry, including the importance of biblically-qualified elders, sermon preparation in a busy schedule, crisis management, and more. Vic is a member of our network and the Teaching Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Spotsylvania, VA.
Ep. 66 - Family Worship with Shai Linne
Nate Akin talks with Shai Linne about his testimony, reformed theology, family worship, and more.
Pillar Women Ep. 6 - Five Women in Spurgeon's Life with Jenna DiPrima
Jenna DiPrima shares the stories of five women in the life of Charles Spurgeon, as well as several lessons that can be learned from their lives and how they served the Lord. This talk was originally given at the Pillar Unite Conference in 2024.
Ep. 65 - Planting & Replanting in New Orleans with Brandon Langley & Joshua Winton
Dave Kiehn talks with Brandon Langley and Joshua Winton about church planting and replanting in New Orleans. They discuss the story of St. Rose Community Church, replanting Bridgedale Community Church, the challenges of sending members to plant new churches, and more. Joshua is a member of our network and the Lead Pastor of Bridgedale Community Church in New Orleans, LA.
Ep. 64 - Church Planting in Roman Catholic Contexts with Reid Karr & Jeff Hay
Liam Garvie talks with Reid Karr and Jeff Hay about the challenges of planting churches in predominantly Roman Catholic contexts, including differences between Catholic and Evangelical doctrine, evangelizing in Catholic culture, patience and relationship-building in church planting, and more. Reid is the Lead Pastor of Breccia Di Roma Prati in Rome, Italy. Jeff is the Lead Pastor of Ballycullen Co
Ep. 63 - Eliminating Great Commission Barriers with Airo Missions
Nate Akin talks with Luke Womack and Matt Sonke about Airo and their ministry of working to remove barriers to the Great Commission. They discuss the founding of Aero, tackling the issue of student debt through the GoFund program, and the creation of the Missions Course to address discipleship barriers in local churches. Learn more about Airo at airomissions.com.
Ep. 62 - A Conversation on Church Planting in Germany
Liam Garvie talks with David Martin and Michael about church planting in Germany. They discuss planting a new church in Aachen and one in Cologne, the need for more German-speaking churches, the joys and challenges of church planting, and more. David is the Lead Pastor of International Baptist Church Köln. Michael is the Lead Pastor of International Gemeinde Köln.
Pillar Women Ep. 5 - Family & Ministry with Deana Menikoff
Jenna DiPrima and Sarah Rogers talk with Deana Menikoff about family and ministry, including the unique joys and challenges of being a pastor's family, balancing church and family life, navigating expectations and criticism, and more. Deana's husband Aaron is the Senior Pastor of Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Atlanta, GA.
Ep. 61 - Pillar SBC Recap with Nate Akin, Dave Russell, & Ryan Hutchinson
Nate Akin, Dave Russell, & Ryan Hutchinson recap the important topics and highlights from Dallas, including Pillar’s presence at the SBC, the Sanchez Amendment, financial transparency, the ERLC, and more.
Ep. 60 - Biblical Theology & Church Planting with David King
Brandon Langley talks with David King about Christ-centered preaching, the connection between biblical theology and church planting, the role of Christ-centered preaching in discipleship, and more. David is a member of our network and the Senior Pastor of Concord Baptist Church in Chattanooga, TN and author of Your Old Testament Sermon Needs to Get Saved.
Ep. 59 - A Conversation about Baptist Cooperation, Association, and Upcoming SBC
Nate Akin and Dave Kiehn host a discussion with panelists Dave Russell, Liam Garvie, Juan Sanchez, and Steven Carne on Baptist association among Pillar churches and a specific discussion about Pillar US churches cooperating within the SBC, including the upcoming SBC annual meeting in Dallas. This audio is from a network-wide Zoom call from May 28, 2025.
Ep. 58 - Discipleship Culture with Garrett Kell
Brandon Langley talks with Garrett Kell about building a culture of discipleship within the local church. They discuss the role of leadership in modeling discipleship, some of the barriers to establishing a discipleship culture, dealing with specific issues like purity, and more. Garrett is a member of our network and the Lead Pastor of Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia.
Ep. 57 - Evangelism and Spread Truth with Jerry McCorkle
Brandon Langley talks with Jerry McCorkle about Spread Truth Ministries and their evangelism resources, overcoming barriers to evangelism, the importance of normal conversations, how to invite people to respond during Sunday gatherings, and more. Jerry is the Executive Director of Spread Truth. Learn more about their work at https://spreadtruth.com/
Pillar Women Ep. 4 - Biblical Hospitality with Anna Moore
Jenna DiPrima and Sarah Rogers talk with Anna Moore about biblical hospitality, including the gospel motivation behind hospitality, the unique role of a pastor's wife in fostering a hospitable environment, some of the challenges and struggles associated with hospitality, and more. Anna's husband Ed has served as the pastor of North Shore Baptist Church in Bay Side, NY since 1992.
Ep. 56 - Church Planting in Connecticut with Steve Thiel
Dave Kiehn talks with Steve Thiel about the challenges of ministry in New England, his experiences in church planting, raising up new leaders, and more. Steve is a member of our network and the Senior Pastor of Christ Proclamation Church in Windsor, CT.
Ep. 55 - Ongoing Care for Church Planters with Bill & Lyla Curtis and Adam & Judith McNinch
Nate Akin talks with Bill and Lyla Curtis and Adam and Judith McNinch about the ongoing care of church planters and their families. They discuss the need for clarity in communication, the value of presence, the importance of caring for the wives of church planters, as well as the joy and challenges of international partnerships. Bill is a member of our board and the Lead Pastor of Cornerstone Bapt
Ep. 54 - A Conversation about Pastoral Ministry with Ed Moore
Dave Kiehn interviews Ed Moore about the joys and challenges of pastoring, the need for purity in pastoral life, ministering to the weak, and revitalizing struggling churches. They also discuss the unique aspects of ministry in New York City and the camaraderie within the Pillar Network. Ed is a member of our network and the pastor of North Shore Baptist Church in New York City.
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