How do you turn interest into identity? Momentum into maturity? Crowds into a church?

In this episode, Scott Armstrong and Kenneth Stewart sit down with Tim Richmond, Devin Akers, and Joumeel McLaurine for a powerful conversation on the process of transforming a gathering of guests into a thriving, discipled church. If you’re a church planter, pastor, or leader who wants to move beyond attendance spikes and build a solid church family, this episode will give you the language, strategy, and confidence to guide people from showing up to belonging.

Joe and Jessica Giunta share their journey into inner city ministry; from pastoring a great church in Florida, to a thrift store moment, to the heart of Detroit. They unpack the misconceptions of inner city ministry, the power of prayer, and simply loving people. From burn barrels with the homeless to raising kids in the city, this episode is a compelling look at what happens when the church shows up, stays, and partners for real change.

Join us as we talk Redemption, Coaching, Church Planting, Healthy Rhythms, Functional Discipleship and more.

This episode features Pastor David McGovern of Acts Church Los Angeles, sharing his journey of planting a thriving church in LA. He discusses balancing ministry and family life, guarding against cynicism in church planting, and raising children to embrace the mission. McGovern also reflects on the city’s challenges, the impact of recent wildfires, and the importance of intentional leadership, prayer, and perseverance in reaching a diverse urban community.

In this episode, we interview Rev. Jimmy Toney, visionary pastor, seasoned church planter, and passionate preacher. Rev. Toney shares powerful lessons on the benefits of serving, preaching with intention, and teaching spiritual maturity in a church plant context.

Whether you're preparing to plant, already in the trenches, or looking for fresh fire to reach the Next Town, this episode is full of wisdom, humor, and Apostolic clarity.

In this episode of The Next Town Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Tim Gaddy—pastor, leader, and visionary—to explore the heart of church planting, the habits of effective leadership, and the keys to sustainable ministry growth. With decades of experience, Rev. Gaddy shares practical insights, timeless principles, and personal stories that will challenge and inspire every church planter and ministry leader. Don’t miss this rich conversation full of wisdom, laughter, and encouragement for the journey ahead.

In this premiere episode, we’re diving straight into the heart of church planting with dynamic pastors and church planters Scott Armstrong, North American Missions Director of Education, Devin Akers, Raleigh, NC, Joumeel McLaurine, Royal Oak, MI, and Darren Sistrunk, Plymouth, MI.

Hear the raw, unfiltered stories of launching churches from scratch, building community in unexpected places, and watching lives transformed—like Sheila, a skeptic turned believer in a coffee shop, and Alex, a former atheist now daily praying over his pastor.

Get ready for laughs, honesty, and powerful moments that will light a fire in your soul. From epic wins to gut-punch setbacks, this episode captures what it really looks like to follow God’s call and build something eternal.

Whether you're planning of planting a church, already in the trenches, or just need fresh inspiration—tune in today. Let’s go to The Next Town!