Friendship
We pursue intentional, authentic, and multicultural friendships with each other. Our leaders are available to one another, vulnerable with one another, and adamantly for one another.
In this session, we delve into one of the foundational values of our network: friendship. None of us can do ministry alone; we need one another. This is why we pursue intentional, authentic, and multicultural friendships with each other. Our leaders are available to one another, vulnerable with one another, and adamantly for one another.
Discover how embracing diversity with humble equality leads to unity in the church. This episode unpacks God’s passion for cultural diversity and how Harbor Network empowers leaders from all backgrounds to plant thriving churches in diverse communities. Join us as we seek the power and presence of God to live out true unity in diversity.
In this session, we explore what it means to anchor ourselves in the historic faith and also imagine fresh expressions of the kingdom for our particular cultural moment. Our leaders believe that theological clarity gives us the conviction and courage for imagination.
The 2022 Leaders' Summit invited church leaders to a transformative space where conviction met imagination in the Kingdom of God. This video captures the essence of our gathering: a call to hold fast to truth while allowing creativity and beauty to shape our ministries. In a world filled with complexity and change, we believe that stability and flexibility aren’t at odds—they’re partners.
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The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill proved to be the hottest podcast of the year for many. It was discussed around the world in churches, barber shops, coffee bars, and front porches. In this episode, Mike makes it personal, talks about the toll the pod had on his life, what he believes the church has to learn from stories like these, and how evangelicals can find their way back. This one is so good you're going to want to listen to it twice. Saddle up and dig in, folks.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin talks with Matt and Lauren Gray, church planters of Antioch First Baptist Church in Nashville. They share their church planting journey, lessons learned through waiting, the importance of emotional support, and encouragement for ministry's open waters. Tune in for an honest and uplifting conversation!
In this special bonus episode of This is Harbor Network, Jamaal Williams and Jarvis Williams share a live conversation on ministry, Jarvis' journey as an avid reader, and his new book, Redemptive Kingdom Diversity: A Biblical Theology of the People of God. It’s an inspiring and insightful discussion you won’t want to miss!
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin sits down with Kurt Hannah, lead pastor of Missio Dei Church in Cincinnati. They dive into the network’s values of Wholehearted Leadership and Friendship, exploring Kurt’s unique journey of joining Harbor Network—three times! It’s a story of honesty, humility, and the power of true friendship. Don't miss it!
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Hannah Anderson and Winn Collier dive into the network’s value of Conviction and Imagination. They share how this value shapes ministry, explore the beauty of creativity in the church, and offer insights on cultivating a vibrant, imaginative faith in our churches and homes. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin sits down with Scotty Smith, a long-time friend and keynote speaker for this year's Leaders’ Summit. They explore friendship, insights from The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill podcast, the Spirit's role in renewal, and more. It’s a rich conversation with wisdom and warmth—don’t miss it!
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin chats with John Onwuchekwa, lead pastor of Cornerstone Church in Atlanta’s West End. John shares his story, insights on gospel restoration, and how he's pushing back against brokenness in his vibrant, diverse community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on renewal and hope!
God's vision for a diverse community runs from Genesis to Revelation. Through Jesus, both Jew and Gentile are reconciled to God, forming a transformed people. This truth carries powerful implications for the church as it navigates today's conversations on race, racism, and ethnicity—calling us to embody true unity in our multiethnic world.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin talks with Paul Gilbert, lead pastor of Four Oaks Community Church in Tallahassee. They explore parenting in ministry, managing anxiety, and staying wholehearted through life’s transitions. This honest conversation will challenge, encourage, and maybe even bring a tear to your eye. Tune in—you won't want to miss it!
Renewal is at the Heart of Ministry. Our 2021 Leaders' Summit centered on renewal—the deep, lasting kind that fuels ministry and draws us closer to Christ. This video trailer captures the event's heart: setting aside quick fixes to embrace the enduring power of God's presence. Join us on this journey of renewal, inviting God's Spirit to refresh our churches and souls.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Casey sits down with Jeff and Kari Patterson, church planters of Renew Church, in Oregon City, Oregon. Jeff and Kari talk about their journey to church planting, how they complement one another in ministry, their passion for Renew Church and doing life together as a community, and what led them to Harbor after years of waiting and watching. It's a great conversation, so stay with us!
In recent years, conversations abound around what it means to be a non-anxious presence in organizations overwhelmed by supersonic, global change. We need more non-anxious church leaders. We also need to talk about being a non-manipulative presence.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Casey chats with Josh Jean, lead pastor of Sojourn Beaumont in Texas. They explore Josh’s journey from wanting to leave Beaumont forever to God’s providence bringing him back to plant a church. Josh shares insights on applying deep Christian convictions with creativity and imagination. It’s a story of faith, calling, and redemption—don’t miss it!
It’s not been an easy year for pastors. It may be that God is using COVID to transition you to another ministry. It could also be that God is using COVID to tether you to the ministry you’re already in, but with much more depth of heart, renewal of mind, and restoration of soul.
Come eavesdrop on my conversation with Dr. Michelle Ami Reyes, the author of the excellent book How Small Changes Lead to Lasting Connections Across Cultures. In this conversation, Michelle shares her experience as a church planter alongside her husband, Pastor Aaron Reyes, lessons she's learned as a pastor's wife, and her passion and burden regarding Christ's multicultural bride. You don't want to miss this one!
With pastors leaving, churches closing, and adults ranging from young to mid-life rapidly moving away from religious affiliation, there is a need for a renewal of those in pastoral vocations who, as Eugene Peterson encourages us, operate on the margins.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Casey Smith goes way back with his old friend, Juan Maclean, church planter and pastor of Redemption City Church in Boston, MA. They talk about zeal in church planting, the importance of the church planter's wife, what the church needs most from its pastor, and what spiritual growth in ministry looks like over the years. It's a fun conversation and one you won't want to miss.
Come eavesdrop on my conversation with Pastor Byron Cogdell of Identity Church in Daytona, Florida as we discuss how the Lord wrestled him and won, the beauty of the black church, and a great initiative that will make positive waves in his community. Come and learn from this gifted preacher and strategic thinker.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin chats with Matt and Devon Guertin, church planters of Local Church in Bay Village, OH. They talk about their journey to church planting, the gift of friendship, their deep love and affection for the people God has called them to shepherd, and why we need each other in ministry. It's a great conversation with unexpected twists.
Come eavesdrop on my conversation with Dr. Derwin Gray, pastor of Transformation Church and author of Building a Multiethnic Church. In this episode, Pastor Derwin preaches the gospel to church planters while dropping nuggets of wisdom throughout. Trust me; your soul needs this pastor!
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Ronnie Martin sits in with Nick Bogardus, former lead pastor of Cross of Christ Church in Costa Mesa, CA. They talk about ministry transitions, resiliency, wholehearted leadership, and that one time they locked eyes on the beach. It's a moving conversation, one you won't want to miss.
Come eavesdrop on a conversation with Pastor Thabiti Anyawhile and Harbor's President, Jamaal Williams, as they discuss Pastor Thabiti's call to plant a church, wisdom for young planters, and the Crete Collective.
If someone told you there would be a demon knocking on your door today, what would you do? What would you say? How would you feel? Maybe you’d want to know what they look like? Perhaps you’d like to know when they’re going to show up?
If you know what he looks like and when he’ll show up, then the next step is knowing how to kill him.
Come eavesdrop on a conversation with Dr. Dan Hyun and Harbor's President, Jamaal Williams, as they discuss lessons learned in planting a multi-cultural church and how to begin making sense of anti-Asian racism.
In this episode of This is Harbor Network, Casey Smith and Ronnie Martin dig in with Scott Sauls, senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee. They talk about church planting and leading a congregation, the selfish ambition and insecurities that can creep in while doing so, and how to not wreck your life and ministry by becoming your own worst enemy. It's a fun conversation that ranges from Ted Lasso to Tim Keller to the mystery that is friendships within a church as a pastor. Oh, and we cover our love for BBQ. Don't miss it.
