『Pastors & Money Podcast』のカバーアート

Pastors & Money Podcast

著者： Joy Suzanne Hunt
無料で聴く

  • サマリー

  • Helping helps pastors, ministry leaders, and churches stop being limited by finances and start thriving financially, using money as a tool to fuel God’s mission in our churches and our families.
    © 2024 Joy Suzanne Hunt
    続きを読む 一部表示
エピソード
  • Ep. 004 What does it look like to have a missionary mindset in the rural church?

    Ep. 004 What does it look like to have a missionary mindset in the rural church?
    2024/05/13
    Episode Show Notes: In this episode, Joy Suzanne Hunt interviews Pastor Christina, the lead pastor of a small rural church in California. They discuss the unique financial challenges faced by rural churches and how having a missionary mindset can help navigate those challenges. Key Takeaways: Rural churches often face difficulties in building a large congregation, finding and financially supporting staff, and having enough people to financially support the church. Pastor Christina shares how her church resorted to fundraisers like bake sales and car washes to supplement income during lean times. Unconventional sources of income, such as supporters from outside the church community, also helped sustain their finances. Transparency about the church's financial situation with the congregation should be handled wisely, considering the church's season and the congregation's ability to carry the burden. Having a missionary mindset, being willing to make sacrifices, and trusting God's sovereignty are crucial for pastors in small rural churches. Faithful obedience to God's calling, even in difficult circumstances, is essential, as He can work miracles and provide in unexpected ways. Pastor Christina's advice for pastors of small rural churches facing financial struggles: Be faithful and sacrificial in your part, and have faith and trust in God to take care of the church's needs. A missionary mindset, being willing to count the cost and lay down your life, is vital for rural church ministry. God builds churches in remote areas and among people with limited resources, so trust His plans and provisions. The episode highlights the importance of having a "missionary mindset" and the unique challenges and opportunities faced in "rural church" ministry when it comes to finances and relying on God's provision. Full Transcript: Introduction [00:00:00] Joy Suzanne Hunt: Welcome to the Pastors & Money Podcast, where we help pastors, ministry leaders, and churches start thriving financially using money as a tool to fuel God's mission in our churches and our families. I'm your host, Joy Suzanne Hunt. I'm a pastor and a financial coach, and my goal is to create a space to have conversations about the challenges and the opportunities we all face when it comes to money. You can find the episode show notes, free resources, and more at pastorsandmoney.com. And here's the show. Christina's Ministry Role Joy Suzanne: Today's interview is with Pastor Christina. Pastor Christina is the lead pastor of a small rural church in California. And we have a great conversation about how finances can look in a small church. Christina, welcome to the Pastors & Money Podcast. Christina: Thanks [00:01:00] for having me. Joy Suzanne: So Christina, could you tell us just briefly, what's your ministry role and how you got started in ministry? Christina: Yeah, so I've been doing ministry for a lot of years. I would even say decades, but I've been in my position now only for three years. So I'm the senior pastor of our church and I started as the children's pastor. I've been there at the church since April of 2017. So we're going on quite a few years. Ministry in a Small Rural Community And I started actually as the children's pastor. And then I kind of graduated into the interim pastor when the lead pastor and his wife left. And so I led the church through transition for about five months and then was voted in as the senior pastor. And April is officially three years as the senior pastor. Joy Suzanne: So, and the church that you're with is in a pretty small, not just a small church, but in a pretty small community, right? Christina: Yeah, so we probably have [00:02:00] around 3,500 people in our town. So yeah, it's small, it's rural, there are cow pastures, there's no big grocery store, you have to drive to go to those things. Financial Challenges of Rural Churches
    続きを読む 一部表示
    1分未満
  • Ep. 003 Have you fallen for these 6 church money myths?

    Ep. 003 Have you fallen for these 6 church money myths?
    2024/04/29
    Show Notes: Episode Overview: In today's episode, we tackle six prevalent myths about money in the church and shed light on the misconceptions that hinder financial growth and stewardship. We unravel these myths and present a biblical perspective on managing finances in line with God's principles. Key Points Covered: Money Myth #1: Money is Evil: We explore the misconception that money itself is evil, debunking it with biblical references that emphasize the importance of stewardship and the proper use of wealth. Money Myth #2: Trusting God Negates Budgeting: Addressing the notion that trusting God eliminates the need for budgeting, we highlight the biblical mandate for wise stewardship and financial planning. Money Myth #3: Borrowing Money to Grow the Church: We challenge the belief that borrowing money is essential for church growth, emphasizing the risks of debt bondage and the importance of faithful stewardship. Money Myth #4: Bi-Vocational Ministry is the Answer to Our Financial Challenges: Dispelling the idea that bivocational ministry is a cost-saving measure, we discuss the challenges and biblical principles related to fair compensation for church leaders. Money Myth #5: Pastors Shouldn't Earn Adequate Salaries: We address the misconception surrounding pastors' salaries, emphasizing the biblical principle of fair compensation for labor and the importance of financial stability for church leaders. Money Myth #6: Avoiding Money Talk in Church: Lastly, we confront the fear of discussing money in church, highlighting the importance of open dialogue for spiritual growth and financial stewardship. Full Transcript ​[00:00:00] Introduction Joy Suzanne Hunt: Welcome to the Pastors & Money Podcast, where we help pastors, ministry leaders, and churches start thriving financially using money as a tool to fuel God's mission in our churches and our families. I'm your host, Joy Suzanne Hunt. I'm a pastor and a financial coach. My goal is to create a space to have conversations about the challenges and the opportunities we all face when it comes to money. You can find the episode show notes, free resources, and more at pastorsandmoney.com. And here's the show. A Biblical Mindset for Church Finances Joy Suzanne: So in this episode, we're going to debunk several church money myths. I'm excited for this episode because I know for me, even growing up or growing up in ministry too, that I've heard some of these things and [00:01:00] they really can impede our discipleship in terms of finances, but also impede the growth and the health of our church. So we want to make sure that our mindset is a biblical one that we're following in line with what God wants for us. Scripture tells us to be transformed by renewing our minds. Sometimes that means fresh information or clearing out information that isn't as accurate as maybe we thought it was, or just that we hadn't really thought about. So here are some of those money myths that we hear in the church. Money Myth #1: Money is Evil: So the first church money myth is this idea that money is evil or rich people are evil. Well, the truth is money itself is not evil. First Timothy 6:10 says it's the love of money that leads to wrongdoing. The love of money, not money itself. There's this great illustration that I remember from taking Financial Peace University, where it talks about a brick. The brick can [00:02:00] be used to build a house or a hospital, right? But a brick can also be used to crash through a window. The brick isn't good or evil, it's amoral. The brick doesn't have morals. And money is the same way. Money does not have morals either way, but how it is used can be good or it can be evil. And it's really a reflection of the person using it. Somebody who's grumpy with a little bit of money is going to be grumpy with a lot of money, but they're going to be more grumpy, right? It's just going to magnify whatever we are.
    続きを読む 一部表示
    18 分
  • Ep. 002 How to Avoid Pitfalls in Church Finances: Lessons from Ministry Veterans

    Ep. 002 How to Avoid Pitfalls in Church Finances: Lessons from Ministry Veterans
    2024/04/16
    (Interview with Mark & Vanessa Williams) Show Notes Episode Title: How to Avoid Pitfalls in Church Finances: Lessons from Ministry Veterans Introduction: Joy Suzanne hosts Reverend Mark T. Williams and his wife Vanessa, experienced church leaders sharing insights into church finances. Key Takeaways: Financial Stewardship: Mark emphasizes the pastor's role in modeling and teaching financial stewardship to the congregation. Challenges Faced: Mark reflects on early assumptions about church finances and the need for clear communication. Vanessa discusses overcoming fear to address financial topics openly. Pitfalls of Debt: Mark shares the pitfalls in church finances, especially unnecessary church debt, emphasizing the importance of maintaining financial health. Setting Boundaries: They stress the importance of setting boundaries between personal and church finances and practicing accountability. Dispelling Myths: Mark and Vanessa address common misconceptions about church finances, promoting transparency and integrity. Conclusion: Mark and Vanessa's insights offer valuable guidance for pastors navigating the pitfalls of church finances, emphasizing stewardship and transparency. Full Transcript Introduction ​ [00:00:00] Joy Suzanne Hunt: Welcome to the Pastors & Money Podcast, where we help pastors, ministry leaders, and churches start thriving financially, using money as a tool to fuel God's mission in our churches and our families. I'm your host, Joy Suzanne Hunt. I'm a pastor and a financial coach. My goal is to create a space to have conversations about the challenges and the opportunities we all face when it comes to money. You can find the episode show notes, free resources, and more at pastorsandmoney.com. And here's the show. Guests: Reverend Mark T. Williams & Vanessa Williams Joy Suzanne: My guests on the Pastors & Money Podcast today are Reverend Mark T. Williams and his lovely wife, Vanessa. Reverend Mark T. Williams has been serving actively in ministry since 1978. He graduated from [00:01:00] Rhema Bible Training Center in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma in 1984, and then became pastor of the House of Refuge Church the following year. He and his wife have been married since 1979. They serve side by side in the ministry at the House of Refuge and in other churches as they teach and preach and do healing ministry as well. And what I love is that God has just opened doors for them to be able to minister, not just in the Greater Rockford, Illinois area, but also around the country and around the world. That's included assisting other pastors and churches and helping to develop leaders, churches and volunteers. Currently, Reverend Williams oversees the Banner of Truth International and Banner of Truth Family Church. Their goal is to reproduce mighty churches for the glory of God. I love that: mighty churches. That's so fun. So welcome to the podcast, Mark and Vanessa. Mark T. Williams: Thank you, Joy. We never do ministry in isolation; our families are part of every step. Joy Suzanne: So glad to have both of you guys here with us today because we [00:02:00] never do ministry in isolation. It's not like any other job where you go to that job and then you come home and your family has nothing to do with it. Our families are all in it together. And so I'm really looking forward to having both of you contribute to this conversation today. So getting started, if you can just tell me a little about your current ministry role and how you got started in ministry. Mark T. Williams: Sure. My current ministry role is that of a general overseer for Banner of Truth International, and mentor, coach for the pastor of Banner of Truth Family Church and visionary leader for the birthing of daughter churches which most likely will also be called Banner of Truth Family Church. Joy Suzanne: Can you tell us a little bit about what your role looks like on a day to day or a ...
    続きを読む 一部表示
    1分未満

あらすじ・解説

Helping helps pastors, ministry leaders, and churches stop being limited by finances and start thriving financially, using money as a tool to fuel God’s mission in our churches and our families.
© 2024 Joy Suzanne Hunt
スピリチュアリティ 聖職・福音主義 マネジメント 経済学 個人的成功
続きを読む 一部表示

Pastors & Money Podcastに寄せられたリスナーの声

カスタマーレビュー：以下のタブを選択することで、他のサイトのレビューをご覧になれます。

Audible.co.jp

Amazon.co.jp
レビューはまだありません。