
LEAD Pods
LEAD Pods are the official USMB podcast devoted to leadership development and spiritual growth for Mennonite Brethren churches.
Podcasting since 2020 • 126 episodes
LEAD Pods
Latest Episodes
125 | Planting Hope in the Neighborhood: The Story of City Church (Mario Trujillo)
Church planting isn’t one-size-fits-all—especially when it happens in the same streets where you once lived a very different life. That’s the story of City Church in Pueblo, Colorado, where Pastor Mario Trujillo leads a ministry shaped by perso...
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Episode 125
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124 | Restoring Hope: MDS Responds to the LA Wildfires (Jim Holm)
When disasters strike, how can churches respond in ways that tangibly share Christ’s love? This week, we talk with Jim Holm, co-chair of the California unit of Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS), an organization dedicated to rebuilding homes afte...
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Episode 124
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123 | Trusted: Teaching Kids about Money, Stewardship, & Generosity (Matt Bell)
In a world driven by consumerism, how can we help our kids develop healthy, God-honoring financial habits? On this episode, we talk with author Matt Bell, who shares insights from his book, Trusted, about teaching kids the biblical per...
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Episode 123
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122 | Trusting the Story: Lessons from Three Unique Church Plants
No two church plants look the same, but every successful one shares a common thread—God’s faithfulness. In this special narrative episode, we explore the journeys of three thriving MB church plants: SouthLife Church in Wichita, Lighthouse Churc...
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Season 1
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Episode 122
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121 | The Sacred Task: Advice for Crafting an Impactful Sermon (Brent Warkentin)
Preaching is more than just delivering a message—it’s a sacred responsibility. This week, we sit down with Brent Warkentin, lead pastor at Ridgepoint Church, to discuss what goes into preparing and delivering impactful sermons. Brent shares his...
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Episode 121
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