Discovering New Wineskins: Fresh Perspectives for the Church

Reverend Harwood describes a more Biblical model for Pastoral leadership in the 21st Century. He examines the challenges and moves to a more Christ-centric approach. If you are a Pastor, Staff or Church Lay Leader, you will enjoy this interview to challenge and inspire effective leadership skills.  

Churches face transitions. When a Pastor leaves, an Interim is significant in moving forward and preparing for the next Pastor. We talk about ways to help the church and help new Interim Pastors as well. 

Dr. Israel Galindo, Associate Dean for Lifelong Learning at Columbia Theological Seminary where he directs the Pastoral Excellence Programs, shares about the challenges and the Hope after a tumultuous time in the life of the community of faith.  

Andrew shares his story including Ukraine, Church Planting, and Church Revitalization and Church Mergers along with the challenges with the Pandemic. 

Cruciform Leadership: What is it? Brian helps us to see the differences in Leaders vs. Managers, Understanding Power as Serving and Empowering Others and the difference between Volunteers vs. Disciples

Eddie Hammett is an MCC Coach with the ICF, consultant for churches in the past and author of many books. He is cutting edge in what we need to do as churches to engage their community. 

Reverend Andy Barnes joined the BGAV staff as Field Strategist for Southwest Virginia in the last six months. His story of transitioning from Pastor to staff member is a reminder of how God works when you are open to new possibilities! 

In this ever changing world, Steve shares his passion and new ways to engage the church to be in the community. 

Reverend Ed Vogt, Pastor of Sandusky Baptist in Lynchburg, shares about their experience with church revitalization and the motive of discipling members who disciple others. 

Reverend Jim Schwerdtfeger, Pastor of Glenn Memorial Baptist in Prospect, Virginia, explains his passion behind ministering to people with intellectual disabilities and what is needed for your church to start this ministry. 

We have to look beyond ourselves and reach out. One area that is neglected is homelessness. 

Six years ago, I had the privilege of meeting with Pastors in Lynchburg as they wrestled with a newspaper article about food deserts. I had discovered a solution within the Baptist General Association of Virginia. It led to providing nutritional food for one community and now six. 

Dr. Todd Blake, Executive Director of Park View Community Mission, shares their story as well as ways churches are making a difference for their neighbors in need. 

Reverend Jerry Stanfield, Pastor of Childrey Baptist in Nathalie, shares creative ways the church can engage their community. 

Reverend Cadance Tyler shares about youth ministry...the challenges during Covid and going forward. 

Reverend Jane Lyon shares important insight around Women's Health & Spirituality

Reverend Gary Long, Chief Marketing Officer for the Baptist General Association, gives great insight on how to engage your community and know who you are. 

Dr. Mason Smith, former Pastor, and Director of Community Relations for the NC Boys and Girls Home shares the importance of churches serving and reaching out in their community. 

In our ever changing culture, discipleship is the most important piece to move the church forward towards what is most essential! 

Dr. Kevin Meadows, Pastor of Grandin Court Baptist in Roanoke, Virginia, will share the challenges of the last year as well as what it takes to Pastor the same church for over 20 years! 

Dr. J.R. Woodward shares ways the Pastor and Leaders can move the church to a discipling process of intentionality using the four spaces of belonging. 

Dr. Ken Kessler shares the value of coaching for Pastors, Staff and lay leaders in the church in order for the church to adjust to the changes in culture and re-mission their church. 

Dr. Adam Tyler, Pastor of Grace Hills Baptist Church in Appomattox & the Baptist General Association President shares what the last year has been like for many Pastors and churches and resources to move forward. 

Dr. Joshua Hayden, Pastor of FBC Ashland and Re-missioning Cohort Coach with V3, was interviewed around helping traditional churches to move from where they are to re-missioning their congregation. Learn how to re-mission your congregation.  

Title: Discovering New Wineskins: Seeking Fresh Perspectives for the Church by Dr. Tony Brooks Has the Church become obsolete in our ever-changing culture? It’s a question many people are wrestling with especially now. As a follower of Christ, I want to take us on a journey as we consider fresh perspectives for the Church to be effective in Her calling and engagement within Her community. I will dialogue with Pastors, Church Staff, Lay Leaders and persons with expertise in fresh ideas to assist the church in the 21st Century. How may God lead your church to develop new wineskins? Let’s find out together.