The Church Planters Experience

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This episode follows a church planter who left city life in Florida to establish a mission-minded Anabaptist community in rural Tennessee. He reflects on the struggles of first-generation faith, family sacrifice, risk in church planting, and the practical role of a bulk food store in connecting with the local communit...

Three Sojourners share raw testimonies of conversion, communal living, and front-line urban ministry. They describe creative evangelism—chalk art, questions on campus, and presence among the marginalized—while wrestling with finances, leadership, and cultural gaps between Anabaptists and city ministries.

The episode follows their journey to Portland, their vision for a community outpost, practical outreach ideas, and reflections on...

In this episode of the Church Planters Experience, follow Elisha from rural Pennsylvania to the unreached tribes in Mexico's Copper Canyon. Discover how a faith-driven life prepared him to raise independent children in challenging environments and the significant cultural shifts they embraced. As their family works among the Tarahumara people—a journey filled with linguistic barriers, opposition, and inspiring breakthroughs&m...

Join us on as we explore the experiences of a passionate church planter who relocated from rural Oregon to the bustling city of Boston. In this episode, we delve into the challenges and triumphs of building a vibrant Christian community in an urban setting, emphasizing the importance of intentional community life and mutual accountability among believers. Through heartfelt stories, we uncover the strategic and spiritual insights ga...

Join us as we delve into the journey of a young couple who embarked on an adventure to help build a new church in Pittsburgh. In this episode, we explore the dynamics of church planting, the challenges and joys of community building, and how faith and family play a pivotal role in their mission.

The conversation covers the significance of events like the Kingdom Fellowship Weekend, which draws thousands of Christians together for w...

Join us on this compelling journey through faith, community building, and urban church planting. Discover how personal experiences from international travels, a deep-rooted commitment to kingdom Christianity, and innovative approaches to business are shaping vibrant church communities today. Explore the intersections of tradition and modernity, from the enriching culture of communal meals and shared spiritual practices to the dynam...

Patrick emerged from a turbulent past to become a beacon of hope for others. He shares his life from running illegal activities to creating halfway houses to aid sex offenders re-enter society. Throughout, he explores his sense of community, touching on the challenges of managing a halfway house and the importance of seeing people for who they truly are.

The discussion also delves into his unique approach to community service, not ...

Join Danson on a heartfelt journey through faith, community, and the struggles of integrating into new cultural and religious landscapes. From the Deep South to various communities across the United States, including a pivotal experience at a Kingdom Fellowship weekend, Danson's story is one of spiritual awakening and seeking connections in the kingdom of faith.

Hear about his path from a life rooted in conventional religion to be...