The Church Planting Podcast with Greg Nettle

The podcast for church planters and the leaders who champion them. Greg Nettle, President of Stadia Church Planting, interviews pastors, planters, and ministry leaders about church leadership, multiplication, fundraising, discipleship, and staying healthy for the long haul — so you can start and lead a thriving, growing, multiplying church for the next generation. Powered by Stadia. Learn more at https://stadia.org/podcasts.

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  Episode #136

  Ep. 136 - Will Blanchard on the 4 Traits of Multiplying Churches

  Aug 6, 202628 min

  Will Blanchard shares the four characteristics found in churches that consistently multiply leaders, disciples, and new churches. Drawing from years of church planting experience and doctoral research, he explains why fewer than one-half of one percent of churches in North America are truly multiplying—and what every church leader can learn from them. Will serves as Teaching Pastor and Multiplication Team Leader at Fellowship Bible Church in Northwest Arkansas, where he helps equip leaders to plant churches and build multiplying ministries. In this conversation with Greg Nettle, he unpacks the four vital components that emerged through years of studying multiplying churches across North America. Together, they discuss how churches can intentionally build a multiplication-focused identity, develop a disciple-making culture, create leadership pipelines, and establish clear pathways for assessing, equipping, and sending church planters. Rather than relying on programs or quick fixes, Will demonstrates how multiplication becomes part of a church's DNA through intentional leadership and long-term investment in people. Whether you're planting a new church, leading an established congregation, or hoping to become a more sending-oriented church, this episode offers practical principles to help your ministry move beyond growth and toward lasting Kingdom multiplication. Resources Mentioned Fellowship Bible Church: https://www.fellowshipnwa.org/ Exponential: https://exponential.org/ Stadia Church Planting: https://stadiachurchplanting.org/ Table of Contents 00:00 – 04:20 Introduction to Will Blanchard and his church planting journey. 04:20 – 08:45 The research behind multiplying churches and why so few actually multiply. 08:45 – 12:45 Vital Component #1: Building a multiplication-shaped identity. 12:45 – 19:10 Vital Component #2: Creating a disciple-making culture. 19:10 – 22:50 Vital Component #3: Developing intentional leadership pipelines. 22:50 – 26:40 Vital Component #4: Establishing a pathway for assessing and sending church planters. 26:40 – 27:25 Final encouragement: Why the future of the Church is still full of hope.

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  Episode #135

  Ep. 135 - How Healthy Churches Build a Culture of Generosity

  Jul 8, 202625 min

  In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast , Greg Nettle welcomes Dr. Ray Chang —former church planter, Corporate Manager of Faith-Based Engagement & Partnerships at Thrivent , and longtime Stadia board member—to discuss one of the greatest challenges church planters face: finances . Ray shares his journey from growing up in a Korean immigrant church to planting multi-ethnic churches in Washington, D.C., and Southern California. Along the way, he reflects on the mentors, experiences, and moments of faith that shaped his calling and passion for helping churches thrive. Drawing on decades of ministry and his current work at Thrivent, Ray offers practical wisdom on funding a church plant, developing healthy financial systems, and cultivating a biblical culture of generosity. He explains why church planters must balance trusting God's provision with wise financial planning , accountability, and long-term stewardship. Greg and Ray also discuss why many pastors hesitate to talk about money, and how teaching generosity is ultimately about making better disciples—not simply raising funds. Ray encourages leaders to develop financial health personally before leading others and highlights practical resources available to churches through Thrivent. The episode concludes with a powerful reminder that generosity is contagious. Through stories from his own ministry, Ray demonstrates how simple acts of generosity can open doors for the gospel and inspire entire congregations to live more open-handed lives. Table of Contents: 00:00 – 03:00 Introduction to Ray Chang, his church planting journey, and ministry background. 03:00 – 07:00 From church planter to Thrivent: helping churches thrive financially. 07:00 – 11:00 The biggest financial challenges facing church planters today. 11:00 – 15:00 Trusting God's provision while building wise financial systems. 15:00 – 18:30 Teaching generosity as a discipleship issue—not just a fundraising strategy. 18:30 – 21:30 Practical financial tools and resources available to church leaders. 21:30 – 24:30 Why generosity changes lives and strengthens the church.

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  Episode #134

  Ep. 134 - Burned Out in Ministry? Finding Rest Without Losing Your Passion

  Jun 17, 202628 min

  In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast , Greg Nettle sits down with church planter, coach, and author Marc Lucenius , lead pastor of 938 Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Marc recently released his new book, Rest for the Restless , a practical and deeply personal exploration of how leaders can sustain healthy ministry without sacrificing their souls. Marc shares the story of planting 938 Church with Stadia Church Planting , navigating the challenges of launching a church just before the pandemic, and leading through the uncertainty that followed. Along the way, he learned firsthand the dangers of burnout, resentment, self-pity, and the relentless pressure many church leaders place on themselves. Drawing from his own experiences and years of ministry leadership, Marc unpacks the biblical principle of Sabbath —not simply as a day off, but as a way of life rooted in trust, enjoyment, and freedom. He challenges the common assumption that productivity and spiritual maturity are the same thing and offers a healthier vision of leadership that flows from rest rather than striving. Greg and Marc also discuss how our personal stories shape our relationship with work, achievement, and ministry. They explore practical ways leaders can embrace rhythms of rest, cultivate meaningful friendships, process emotional wounds, and avoid the subtle traps of burnout. The conversation concludes with a powerful reminder that sustainable ministry isn't about slowing down ambition—it's about learning to live and lead from a place of wholeness, trust, and joy in what God has already accomplished. Table of Contents: 00:00 – 03:20 Introduction to Marc Lucenius, 938 Church, and church planting in Philadelphia. 03:20 – 05:30 Planting through the pandemic and helping launch another church. 05:30 – 08:00 The inspiration behind Rest for the Restless . 08:00 – 11:30 Burnout, exhaustion, and the difference between performing ministry and living it. 11:30 – 15:00 The biblical vision of Sabbath and learning a different story. 15:00 – 18:30 Ceasing vs. switching: why leaders struggle to truly rest. 18:30 – 21:30 Feasting, enjoyment, and building a satisfying life in Christ. 21:30 – 24:30 Emotional health, healing ministry wounds, and sustainable leadership. 24:30 – 27:45 Practical advice for church planters: friendship, accountability, and longevity.

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  Episode #133

  Ep. 133 - House Churches, Spiritual Leadership & Lasting Impact with Josh Benadum

  May 20, 202626 minS0

  <p >In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle talks with church planter, network leader, and author Josh Benadum about the future of church planting, the rise of house churches, and what it takes to cultivate a life of lasting spiritual influence.</p> <p >Josh and his wife, Mary, lead a growing network of house churches in Orlando through Acacia House Churches, while also collaborating with organizations like Brave Future and Youth for Christ. Josh also shares insights from his new book, A Life That Leads: Pursuing Christ and Impacting Others.</p> <p >The conversation begins with Josh...

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  Episode #132

  Ep. 132 - Marriage, Ministry & Multiplication: Leading Without Losing Your Family

  Apr 29, 202628 minS0

  <p >In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with Dhati and Angie Lewis—church planters, leaders at Blueprint Church in Atlanta, and founders of MyBLVD—to talk about one of the most important and often overlooked topics in ministry: how to build a thriving marriage and family while leading at a high level.</p> <p >With over 25 years of marriage, six children, and decades of ministry experience, Dhati and Angie share the intentional rhythms and decisions that have sustained their relationship and family through the challenges of church planting and leadership.</p> <p >They discuss the...

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