Podcasts by CMN Leadership Podcast

CMN Leadership Podcast // The Future of Multisite with Jordan Hodges&Gerad Strong (S3:E11) from 2023-09-26T13:00

Join us for a powerful podcast on multisite church growth! Gerad Strong and Jordan Hodges share their vision and strategies on expanding the reach of their churches. Dive into the stimulating wo...

CMN Leadership Podcast // The Dashboard for Pastors with Mike Santiago (S3:E10) from 2023-09-05T13:00

Mike & Ashton Santiago moved to Raleigh, North Carolina to start Focus Church with only ever having visited the area once before. Since moving, Focus Church has grown to over 1000 in attendance ...

CMN Leadership Podcast // The Unfair Advantage with Aaron Burke (S3:E9) from 2023-08-22T13:00

On September 15, 2013 Aaron and his wife, Katie, took a major step of faith and planted Radiant Church in Tampa, FL. Since its launch, Radiant Church has seen incredible growth and expansion, pl...

CMN Leadership Podcast // Effective Preaching with JJ Vasquez (S3:E8) from 2023-08-08T13:00

JJ Vasquez launched Journey Church in September of 2016 in Orlando, FL. Both JJ and his wife Liz serve as the lead pastors. They are called to make Jesus accessible to anyone.

CMN Leadership Podcast // Funding for Church Planters with Mike McCrary (S3:E7) from 2023-07-25T13:00

Dr. Mike McCrary serves as the Director of Funding and Partnerships for CMN.

CMN Leadership Podcast // Praying with Confidence with Jeff Leake (S3:E6) from 2023-07-11T13:00

Jeff Leak has been the Lead Pastor of Allison Park Church for thirty-two years. Allison Park Church is a multi-campus church in the Pittsburgh, PA region. They have also launched a network which...

CMN Leadership Podcast // Church Planting in the Assemblies of God with Doug Clay (S3:E5) from 2023-06-27T13:00

Doug Clay is the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God USA. He has a passionate love for the local church and effectively equips leaders to grow in their calling. Doug Clay is the auth...

CMN Leadership Podcast // Community Engagement with Al Yanno (S3:E4) from 2023-06-13T13:00

Al Yanno is the Director of OCMN, and seeks to inspire, resource, and facilitate a culture of church multiplication across Ohio. He focuses on a variety of fresh expressions of church planting f...

CMN Leadership Podcast // Missions Power with Terry Wong from 2023-05-23T13:25

Terry has been the senior pastor of a leading missions church for 21 years, and presbyter with the Hawaii Assemblies of God for 15 years. He is also an international speaker on missions, healing...

CMN Leadership Podcast // Leading with an Open Hand with Dave Divine from 2023-05-09T13:25

Founder and Lead Pastor of Chapelhill Church, a multisite church in Atlanta, GA. The church began in 2001 and currently has four locations. Dave and his wife, Cindy, have 3 children and 14 grand...

CMN Leadership Podcast // Worshipology with Kurtis Parks from 2023-04-25T13:25

Kurtis Parks is an author, songwriter, and pastor leading worship. He travels, writes, and leads worship and workshops. He is currently the Worship Pastor at Destination Church in Hopewell, VA.

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E16) Do Hard Things with Rodney Wardwell from 2022-11-01T20:07

Rodney has been in full-time ministry for 21 years. 14 of those years were as a youth pastor. In 2015, he planted a church in Oklahoma City and was there for 6 years. During the pandemic, Rodney...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E15) Strategic Family Ministry with Jay Mooney from 2022-10-11T20:00

Jay Mooney leads and oversees the Division of Ministries & Resources at the Assemblies of God National Office (USA). As such, he visioneers NextGen, Adult & Family, and Publishing ministries at ...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E14) Developing Leaders with Herbert Cooper from 2022-10-04T15:27

Herbert Cooper is the founding and senior pastor of People's Church. Since it began in 2002, People’s Church has become known as a life-giving, multi-ethnic, multi-generational, multi-site churc...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E13) Called with John Zick from 2022-09-21T13:11:39

John Zick serves as the national director of Ministerial Advancement (CALLED) for the Assemblies of God. He has been in full-time ministry for over a decade, serving in a variety of roles includ...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E12) with Josiah&Micah Kennealy from 2022-09-06T18:49:52

After a decade of leadership in the local church and as campus missionaries, in the Summer of 2022 Josiah and Micah Kennealy launched youngadultstoday. They are also both authors, pastors, and p...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E11) Building Your Inner-Circle with Jim Wilkes from 2022-08-23T16:19:07

Jim Wilkes is the Lead Pastor of Journey Church, a multisite church in Cleveland, OH. He encourages people to live outside of themselves, to risk it all for the sake of God’s Kingdom, and to wal...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E10) Avoiding the Quick Fix with Dustin Woodward from 2022-08-10T15:15:20

Dustin has been on staff at Citizen Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico since 2006. He and his wife Mandy became lead Pastors in January of 2020. Citizen Church is in the process of launching its ...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E9) Your Biggest Fan with Jason Patterson from 2022-07-26T13:18:42

This week, CMN Director Jeffery Portmann sits down with Jason Patterson. Jason planted Parkside Church in Fishers, IN and recently became an author. From Your Biggest Fan is available on Amazon!...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E8) The Benefits of CMN Lead with John Davidson&Yisrael Vincent from 2022-07-12T13:38:12

John Davidson and Yisrael Vincent are the creators of CMNLead.com, a FREE resource for pastors and church planters. From leadership videos, to best practices, to articles, to module series and s...

The CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E7) The Ministry Scorecard with Ray Hudson from 2022-06-28T20:15:26

Raymond is the planter of Our City Center Church in Berkeley, CA. He has crafted the 5 C's to better reach the people in his city. Raymond shares many helpful insights into rethinking the way we...

CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E6) The Reality of Online Church with Brandon Shank from 2022-06-14T11:30:32

The Online Church is here to stay. So how does the church need to adapt to engage in authentic community with people on the internet?

Jeffery Portmann sits down with Brandon Shank who pastors Pa...

CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E5) The Framework for Leadership with Dr. Kent Ingle from 2022-05-31T15:20:46

We all want to be better leaders. Whether in the home, in the church, or at a job, leadership is applicable.

This week, Jeffery Portmann sits down with Dr. Kent Ingle from Southeastern Universit...

CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E4) Bridging the Gap with Mike Santiago from 2022-05-17T13:16:06

Church mergers, discipleship strategies, and embracing other generations.

A healthy church in every community starts with each of us. Whether that means passing the baton or learning to c...

CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E3) Church Planting is for Everyone with Maricela Hernandez from 2022-05-03T14:15:20

Jeffery Portmann sits down this week with Maricela Hernandez from McAllen, TX to talk about her experience with church planting. Maricela is so passionate about seeing the lost come to Christ an...

CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E2) - Co-Leading in the Local Church with Chris&Cara Railey from 2022-04-19T13:08:24

Co-leading looks different in every context, especially when every leader is wired so differently. Leaning into your strengths is the most effective way to lead.

This week, Jeffery Portma...

CMN Leadership Podcast (S2:E1) - Stop Chasing Easy with Stephen Blandino from 2022-04-05T18:03:21

Jeffery Portmann sits down with Stephen Blandino from 7 City Church in Fort Worth, TX. Stephen recently wrote a book titled "Stop Chasing Easy".

CMN Leadership Podcast (S1:E12) - Cultivating Community Through Groups with David Stocker Jr from 2021-10-12T22:04:08

The last 24 months have shown us that innovation is replacing the necessities we used to think were set in stone. Not only does church look different than we thought, but so does creating commun...

Becoming a Conflict Controller with Greg Ford from 2021-09-28T17:37:08

Leading well means changing the connotation of conflict - it's not a way of harming people. It's a way of helping shape and grow the people we serve. However, there is a wrong way to handle conf...

Why the Best Leaders Multiply with Jeff Leake from 2021-08-24T13:43:48

Great leaders don't just build great people and build their teams - they're able to multiply themselves and their organizations several times over. How do you multiply yourself and why do you yo...

Finding Your Rhythm for Productivity with Mark Batterson from 2021-08-10T06:00

The most effective and high capacity leaders are the ones who are able to find and operate in their rhythm of productivity. But finding that rhythm can be a difficult task. Mark Batterson, pasto...

Leading Outside Your Comfort Zone with Jeremy DeWeerdt from 2021-07-27T17:51:14

Have you ever stepped into something you didn't feel qualified for? Like it would require you to flex some muscles you weren't even sure you had? Welcome to leadership. Though this tension is re...

Apprenticeship in Action with Wes Davis from 2021-07-13T13:00

Want to know one of the secrets to a strong church? Strong apprenticeship. Taking people on a journey with you as they learn ministry is one of the greatest things you and your church could do. ...

Crafting Successful Succession with Nate Ruch from 2021-06-29T13:00

Maybe you've heard it said, "success without succession is failure." Succession itself is composed of a few different pieces and can be harmful if done wrong; so Nate Ruch is here to help. Watch...

Crafting Successful Succession with Nate Ruch from 2021-06-29T13:00

Maybe you've heard it said, "success without succession is failure." Succession itself is composed of a few different pieces and can be harmful if done wrong; so Nate Ruch is here to help. Watch...

Sustaining Healthy Leadership with Travis Jones from 2021-06-15T21:19:14

A leader can only be their best when they're healthy - emotionally, physically & spiritually. It's easier than ever to remain healthy for a season, but the sharpest leaders sustain their health....

Sustaining Healthy Leadership with Travis Jones from 2021-06-15T21:19:14

A leader can only be their best when they're healthy - emotionally, physically & spiritually. It's easier than ever to remain healthy for a season, but the sharpest leaders sustain their health....

Defining and Maximizing Your Church's Big Day Strategy with Aaron Burke from 2021-06-01T20:53:49

One of the most effective ways your church can reach your city more effectively is by launching your church multiple times each year. Sound crazy? Thankfully we have one of the best practitioner...

Defining and Maximizing Your Church's Big Day Strategy with Aaron Burke from 2021-06-01T20:53:49

One of the most effective ways your church can reach your city more effectively is by launching your church multiple times each year. Sound crazy? Thankfully we have one of the best practitioner...

The Mindset of a Multiplier with Patrick Grach from 2021-05-11T20:00

Multipliers are world changers. It takes a special type of person to be able to reproduce and multiply themselves over and over. It takes a whole different set of skills to multiply your organiz...

Winning in Marriage&Ministry with Bryan and Kelly Briggs from 2021-04-27T06:00

If your marriage isn't winning, chances are your ministry isn't winning either. What can seem like a tough balance to find is actually incredibly simple. When your marriage wins, the other thing...

Interview with Pastor Tommy Barnett from 2020-03-12T10:00

In this episode of the CMN Leadership Podcast Chris interviews pastor Tommy Barnett to talk about leadership lessons he has learned in a lifetime of fruitful ministry and influence. Check out Pa...

The Blessing of Scarcity from 2020-02-27T11:00

Scarcity is a feeling nearly every leader experiences at one time or another; it's the feeling or fear that we don't have what we need to make it. It can be a limiting factor for leaders and it'...

How to Build a Team for Personal Growth from 2020-02-13T11:00

Each of us have growth goals... things we want to do and accomplish in different areas of our lives. These goals can be financial, physical, spiritual, emotional, leadership or family focused. H...

How to Prioritize Your Priorities from 2020-01-30T11:00

It's the start of a new year and many of us are setting goals for the future. If you are a leader, people are looking to you to chart the course to help them develop inspiring and challenging go...

4 Tips to Getting the Most Out of the Year End from 2019-11-19T13:00

The end of the year is a busy time for everyone. Although it is tempting to try to slow down, this is a great time to build momentum for ...

What Can Fast Food Teach Us About Church Growth? from 2019-11-12T14:25:41

Which is better, the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich or Chick-fil-A's ? The answer is it doesn't matter because the product is only as good as the supply chain. If you can't meet the demand of your pro...

Six Practices of Multi-site Churches from 2019-11-05T15:19:41

Creating Margin in Your Life from 2019-10-29T14:09:08

Have you ever felt like you’re putting out one fire after the next, living in the immediate, and never having ...

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How to Bring a Growth Mindset To Your Team and Organization from 2019-10-22T22:16:54

Mindset is a big deal, and a growth mindset is an attitudinal difference between low achievers and high achievers.

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How to Become a Better Leader from 2019-10-15T16:43:21

We’re all looking for every advantage we can to grow and improve our leadership. We look to church leaders, books, and business people we admire. However, sometimes we find great leadership prin...

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Leading Up Through Team Communication from 2019-10-08T11:00

We spend so much time talking about how to lead those who report to us, but not enough time on how to engage and influence those we work for. This is called "leading up" which has several aspect...

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Creating a Dynamic Culture (Part 2) from 2019-10-01T15:18:18

When we think of culture, we often think of the reflections of culture such as work attire o...

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Creating a Dynamic Culture (Part 1) from 2019-09-24T21:15:48

Culture determines the growth and impact of an organization. Culture is more than casual attire in the office, flexible schedules, coff...

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Preparing Your Organization For Generation Z from 2019-09-17T17:50:23

In 2025, Generation Z will represent 1 in 3 workers in the United States. Generation Z are digital natives having grown up in the age of technology and social media. This creates unique characteris...

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Leading Effective Teams (Part 3) from 2019-09-10T12:00

The most productive teams operate on a high level of trust. One of the biggest hindrances to an effective team can be the lack of trust among teammates. Being trustworthy is a skill and a disciplin...

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Leading Effective Teams (Part 2) from 2019-09-03T23:21:45

An effective team rarely happens by accident. But oftentimes, teams fail to reach their potential because of common problems that can be strategically avoided.
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Leading Effective Teams (Part 1) from 2019-08-27T15:27:01

We generally think teams are a good idea. We are trained to believe that teams are better than individuals. However, when we're not leading well, teams can actually make things worse.
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Dealing with the Illusion of Agreement from 2019-08-20T12:00

In a complex, dynamic, multi-level, highly collaborative organization, trust and communication are everything. We can only grow to the level our trust and communication will allow us to grow. Often...

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How to Turn a Season of Restlessness into a Season of Growth from 2019-08-13T12:00

Feeling restless can take the joy out of any season. Sometimes you may be eager to leave when God is calling you to st...

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Five Keys to a Positive Attitude and Greater Influence from 2019-08-06T11:00

Attitude is one of the most defining character traits in leadership. A poor attitude is the quickest way to lose influence and credibility in leadership. Attitude is more than just an outlook, i...

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How to Lead a Winning Church Board from 2019-07-30T11:00

Many churches aren't prepared if their lead pastor retires. Most churches report that they do not have enough volunteers. This lack of leaders often prevents ministries from growing and being ef...

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How Do We Develop the Next Generation of Leaders? from 2019-07-23T16:17:02

Many churches aren't prepared if their lead pastor retires. Most churches report that they do not have enough volunteers. This lack of leaders often prevents ministries from growing and being ef...

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Avoiding the Comparison Trap from 2019-07-16T08:00

Comparison can destroy joy and leave even the most successful leaders feeling like failures. In a culture that promotes comparison everywhere yo...

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Three Books That Will Benefit Your Leadership from 2019-07-09T16:15:21

Reading consistently ranks as one of the top key disciplines of influential people. You may ...

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Raising Kids Who Love Jesus and the Church from 2019-07-02T08:00

We all want our kids to grow up to love Jesus and be connected to a church community, but the reality is this doesn't always happen. The truth is, you can't make every decision for...

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How to Have a Winning Marriage Without Losing Your Ministry from 2019-06-25T08:00

Serving in ministry can place a significant demand on your time and attention, and, left unchecked, it can lead to significant strain on your marriage. The good news is that you don't have to ch...

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5 Ways Highly Successful People Spend Time Off from 2019-06-18T08:00

When you are at your busiest, taking time off can seem counterproductive. However, a recent article from Forbes Magazine identified five ways highly successful people spend their time off. In th...

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Excelling at Customer Service in Ministry from 2019-06-11T08:00

Customer service is a leading factor in successful organizations. In this week's episode of the CMN Leadership Podcast, Chris Railey discusses key customer service principles from the book, Exce...

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How to Speak the Truth in Love from 2019-06-04T08:00

One of the greatest barriers to effectiveness is poor communication – and one of the biggest contributors to poor communication is a failure to speak truthfully. In this episode of the CMN Leade...

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How to Get More Done by Doing Less (Q&A) from 2019-05-28T15:19:23

One of the biggest issues for church planters and leaders is scaling to the demands of growth. In this episode of the CMN Leadership Podcast, Chris Railey talks about how to get more done as a l...

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Guarding Your Heart as a Leader from 2019-05-21T08:00

In a difficult leadership season it can become easy to guard our circumstances and get a calloused heart. In this week's episode, Chris Railey talks about the responsibility of guarding your hea...

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Moving from Tension to Resolution (Part 3) from 2019-05-14T08:00

It's frustrating when someone says they will get something done and they never do. Good team members will take initiative to solve problems quickly and efficiently. In this week's episode, Chris...

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Moving from Tension to Resolution (Part 2) from 2019-05-07T08:00

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Moving from Tension to Resolution (Part 1) from 2019-04-30T08:00

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The Five Stages of Building from 2019-04-23T16:52:19

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Increasing Your Energy for Ministry from 2019-04-16T08:00

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Maximizing Your Easter Attendance from 2019-04-09T08:00

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How to Create Momentum in Your Church from 2019-04-02T08:00

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How to Lead Meetings Well from 2019-03-26T07:00

In episode 7 of the CMN Leadership Podcast, Chris Railey offers four tips for leading your meetings well. Download the show notes at cmnlead.com.

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Building Your Team & Protecting Your Church Culture (Q&A) from 2019-03-19T07:00

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How to Deal with Criticism from 2019-03-12T07:00

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Seven Characteristics of Winning Churches - Part 4 from 2019-03-05T07:00

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Seven Characteristics of Winning Churches - Part 3 from 2019-02-26T08:00

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Seven Characteristics of Winning Churches - Part 2 from 2019-02-26T07:30

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Seven Characteristics of Winning Churches - Part 1 from 2019-02-26T07:00

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Introduction to the CMN Leadership Podcast from 2019-02-25T15:18:52

Chris Railey welcomes you to the CMN Leadership Podcast - and explains what you can expect each week.

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