Church Tips – Growth Strategies for Pastors & Ministry Leaders
Church Tips is the daily show designed to give ministry leaders and pastors practical ideas and strategies they can use to get better, break barriers, and grow the church. Hosted by Dick Hardy and Jonathan Hardy, Co-founders of Leaders.Church.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 13 minutes
- Episodes
- 154
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
126 - George Westlake - Raising Kids in Ministry
Join Dick Hardy in this episode of the Church Tips Podcast as he sits down with George Westlake, Senior Pastor of Sheffield Family Life Center, for an insightful discussion on "Raising Kids in Minist…
EP 128 - George Westlake - Circles of Leadership
In this episode of the Church Tips Podcast, George Westlake, Senior Pastor of Sheffield Family Life Center, shares insightful wisdom about the 6 Circles of Leadership.
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125 - Jim Bradford - Lead So Others Can Follow
In this episode of the Church Tips Podcast, we talk with Dr. Jim Bradford of Central Assembly about his book, Lead So Others Can Follow. Bradford shares his passion for seeing lay leaders and pastors…
EP 124 - Christians and Social Media - David Lindell
In this thought-provoking episode of the Church Tips Podcast, we explore a different perspective on social media engagement. Join David Lindell, Executive Ministry Pastor at James River Church, as he…
EP 123 - Delayed Destiny - Interview with Jeffery Portmann
Do you ever feel stuck? You’re doing everything possible to move forward and experience growth, but the breakthrough you’re looking for just isn’t happening. Join church planter and director of the C…
EP 122 - How to Equip & Develop the Worship Team - Jeff Deyo
Set your team up for success and grow your ministry by building up and developing the worship team members. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders.Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as…
EP 121 - Worship Team Expectations - Jeff Deyo
Set expectations for your worship team to decrease burnout and increase participation! By communicating what is expected, your worship team members can focus on what's important, instead of worrying …
EP 120 - How Do We Increase Worship Engagement in Your Congregation - Jeff Deyo
Engagement and participation of your congregation is crucial as you develop and grow in your worship ministry. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders.Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy,…
EP 119 - What is Worship? - Jeff Deyo
Worship expands beyond the stage and the team, it's a lifestyle. Join former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, and Leaders.Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy, as they begin the discussion on what it means…
EP 118 - 4 Principles to Engage Your Congregation in Worship
In this episode, Jeff Deyo talks about tearing down the walls in your congregation and encouraging them to engage in worship. These 4 keys can help you bring your worship ministry to the next level!
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EP 117 - Responding to Worship Criticism, Part 2
In this episode, Jeff Deyo continues the discussion about dealing with criticism as a worship leader. Criticism can be a tough topic to deal with when it comes to people's music preferences and style…
EP 116 - Responding to Worship Criticism, Part 1
In this episode, Jeff Deyo talks about dealing with criticism as a worship leader. Criticism can be a tough topic to deal with when it comes to people's music preferences and styles of worship. While…
EP 115 - The Nitty Gritty of the Worship Pastor’s Life, Part 2
In this video, Jeff Deyo is continuing the discussion on the nitty gritty life of a worship pastor. In this episode, we're talking about getting started as a worship pastor, balancing ministry with p…
EP 114 - The Nitty Gritty of the Worship Pastor’s Life, Part 1
Before the worship team begins to sing, there are countless hours of rehearsals, preparations, team coordination, and emails. Worship pastors and leaders need to understand the foundational component…
EP 113 - Your Guide to Seamless Worship Transitions
Don't drag your feet on worship transitions. They may seem complicated and require hours of thought and testing, but in reality, they can be simple and easy to train your worship team! Join former So…
EP 112 - How to Work in Unison with the Worship Production Team
Don’t allow the tension between your worship team and production team to grow. Alleviate that tension and bring them together. Join Leaders.Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and former Sonicflood lead si…
EP 111 - How To Keep Worship Teams Engaged During Rehearsal
The best, godly worship teams can still have trouble staying focused. Join Leaders.Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and former Sonicflood lead singer, Jeff Deyo, as they discuss tips to overcome distract…
110 - Navigate Tough Worship Conversations
Even good, godly worship teams hit bumps in the road. Sometimes tough conversations are inevitable in any leadership role including that of the Lead Pastor and the Worship Leader. Join Leaders.Church…
109 - Celebrate your Worship Team
Celebrating your worship team is crucial for increasing team morale and team development. Join Leaders.Church Co-Founder Dick Hardy and Sonicflood former lead singer, Jeff Deyo as they discuss ways t…
108 - Keys to Getting Your Book in People's Hands
It's one thing to print a book, but how do you actually get it into people's hands? Books don't just jump off the shelves, there are strategic things you have to do. In this episode of the Church Tip…