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Pastor Well with Hershael York

Pastor Well with Hershael York

Southern Seminary 137 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

Pastor Well with Hershael York features conversations with prominent pastors, teachers, and church leaders who share key insights from their experience in faithful ministry. Host Dr. Hershael York serves as Dean of the School of Theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and pastors Buck Run Baptist Church in Frankfort, Kentucky. Each episode offers practical wisdom and encouragement for those called to pastoral ministry.

Episodes

How to Grow the Church
How to Grow the Church Aug 17, 2026 12:46 Church growth is difficult to achieve. In this episode, Dr. York walks through some practical ways to grow the church through evangelism and hospitality. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary
Paying Attention to the Youth
Paying Attention to the Youth Aug 10, 2026 10:44 Giving attention to the next generation isn't always on the mind of a lead or senior pastor. In this episode, Dr. York discusses the importance of building relationships with the youth of your church and making yourself available to them.Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned
The Wisdom of a Pastor's Wife
The Wisdom of a Pastor's Wife Aug 3, 2026 11:32 Dr. York has talked a lot about a wife's role in ministry. Sometimes they are the Pastor's greatest encouragement, other times the greatest critic. As a life partner, she knows you best. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary
Maintaining Order In Your Life
Maintaining Order In Your Life Jul 27, 2026 11:47 In this episode, Dr. York talks about why it's important to maintain order in the life of a Pastor and gives some useful tips for how to do so well. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Generation with Boyce Collegeboycecollege.com
Hershael York's Preaching Hacks
Hershael York's Preaching Hacks Jul 20, 2026 11:44 Over the many years of preaching, Dr. York has collected tips for new and seasoned Pastors alike.Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary
Using Technology in the Church
Using Technology in the Church Jul 13, 2026 10:31 As technology advances, how does the church find the line between acceptable implementation verses distraction from scripture? In this episode, Dr. York walks through what questions to ask in regards to using technology in the church.Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in
Using Sermon Illustrations
Using Sermon Illustrations Jul 6, 2026 12:52 Preaching is a core part of pastoring, so how do you preach well in a way that your congregation can digest the text? In this episode, Dr. York walks through some ways to keep your illustrations interesting for your congregation's context.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary
How to Use Deacons Well
How to Use Deacons Well Jun 29, 2026 12:10 The use of Deacons can really benefit the church in a major way if they are used well. As helpers and servants of the church, there are many tasks they can take off the Pastor's or Elders' shoulders.Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:Help Shape the Next Ge
Shepherding Your Children Well
Shepherding Your Children Well Jun 22, 2026 12:03 Being a pastor and a parent are difficult roles to juggle well. In this episode, Dr. York walks through some key ways a pastor can be there for their children, maintaining strong relationships over the course of a lifetime. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episo
Discipling Men in Your Church
Discipling Men in Your Church Jun 15, 2026 11:03 In previous episodes, Dr. York has talked about how to disciple the women in the church, but what about the men? How should a pastor approach a men's ministry? Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary
Loving Your Wife Well Over a Lifetime
Loving Your Wife Well Over a Lifetime Jun 8, 2026 12:24 In this episode, Dr. York walks through how to love and prioritize your wife throughout pastoring a church. Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:The Master of Divinity at Southern Seminary
How to Have a Ministry of Encouragement
How to Have a Ministry of Encouragement Jun 1, 2026 12:58 It's important for a believer to be encouraging, so how can a Pastor model this behavior well? Hosted by pastor-scholar Hershael York, the Pastor Well Podcast offers a wellspring of wisdom from the insights learned from a life of faithful ministry.Mentioned in this episode:The PhD at Southern Seminary

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