Dave Bruskas is the Director of Re:generation ministries at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, TX. Previously, Dave served as campus, campus network, executive, discipleship, and church planting pastor roles at the Village Church, Mars Hill Church, and City on a Hill Church. He served as a Regional Executive Director with Acts 29 Church Planting Network.In[...]
In this episode, we discuss the vital value of outside eyes on our ministry and how a consulting firm can assist in strengthening your discipleship, groups, and church ministries. Qualitatively, we discuss discipleship measurements. Instead of just asking disciples to do and do more, we ask the question, "What are they becoming?" Replicating groups is[...]
In this episode, we discuss the Suicide epidemic in America and how small groups can play a role in remedying the situation with expert Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason, who travels the country speaking on this pertinent topic.Jon has worked as a speaker with Stand to Reason since 2019. A former atheist, Jon used[...]
Jeremy Herron, founder of Fortified Consulting, is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children in church and ministry settings. In 2019, he was selected for a national panel that created church safety standards, leveraging his extensive experience reshaping kids ministries.Recognizing his impact could extend beyond the local church, Herron's passion inspired him to[...]
Eddie Mosley is a well-known church consultant with extensive experience in expansion and strategic planning. Because of his work with LifeWay Church Resources and his sincere desire to serve communities, he has been able to mentor hundreds of congregations around the country. Eddie's personal life is a reflection of his faith because he and his[...]
In this episode we discuss the barriers to spiritual growth people face in the local church. What barriers are people running into at local churches? How can they be removed to aid in people’s spiritual progress? Listen to this episode for answers to these questions.Joining us is Brian Brunke, Small Group Operations Pastor at Parkway[...]
Rick is currently the Central Groups Pastor at Lake Point Church in Rockwall that sees over 30,000 people in attendance weekly to their campuses.He spent 13 years as a small group discipleship specialist at Lifeway Church Resources, three years with NavPress as a small group specialist, five years consulting Kentucky Baptist Churches, planted the Bridge[...]
Ken Braddy, also known as "Mr. Sunday School," is an esteemed church leader serving not only in midsize or Sunday school groups but across various other ministries as well. As the Director of Sunday School & Network Partnerships at Lifeway Christian Resources, Ken has earned his nickname through his exceptional dedication to equipping pastors, church[...]
Anthony Colon oversees small groups, volunteers, and helps people on their spiritual journey as the Pastor of Adult Ministries at Anchor Church in McKinney, TX. With 271 active volunteers and an average attendance of 625 adults, Anthony's leadership in this space was crucial to the church's expansion. His entire family is bought into the mission[...]
Jeff Scott is a devoted minister with almost 30 years of experience at Heritage Baptist Church. As a discipleship pastor and member of the church for nearly 40 years, Jeff has been instrumental in guiding individuals on their spiritual journeys. He holds multiple master's degrees from Liberty University and earned his doctorate from Dallas Theological[...]
Dave Enns is the lead pastor of Small Groups at North Coast Church since 1990. He oversees a team of 32 staff, 1,500 lay leaders, and over 7,000 group participants. Dave is known for maintaining over 90% adult participation in weekly home groups and helping the church grow from 700 to over 10,000 attendees. He[...]
Hunter Melton is the Groups Minister at The Church at Avenue South in Nashville, TN. He oversees the Groups staff and leaders for adult ministries. Hunter brings insight on the connection between launching new campuses and churches through the vehicle of groups. We discuss the importance of biblically literate groups and applying deep doctrinal truths[...]
Bo Patterson is the Pastor of Adult Ministries at Champion Forest Baptist Church in Houston, TX. He oversees the staff and group leaders for adult ministries. With 20 years of ministry experience at churches like Prestonwood Baptist Church, Mobberly Baptist Church, and Lakepointe Church, Bo brings a wealth of innovative and insightful knowledge on groups[...]
Dave McPherson is the Associate Pastor at the historical first Baptist church of Tulsa in Oklahoma. He oversees adult ministry and coaches much of the staff. He serves on the BIVO Pastors Conference planning team for OK Baptists and the Tulsa Metro Baptist Network TMBN. Dave has seen his groups ministry at two very different[...]
Stephen Pollitte is the Associate Pastor at Gateway Community Church in Wylie, TX. Stephen dives into discussing the pros and cons of On vs Off Campus Groups, sermon based and curriculum writing services, and the immense value of prioritizing groups ministry in your church as much as you do Sunday mornings.A weekly podcast. The fourth[...]
Cameron Bundy is the Adult Ministries Pastor at Cross Creek Church in Colleyville, TX. Take a glimpse into Cameron's groups ministry he oversees and consider the principles he shares to see groups grow in their local church. He shares about the importance of being yielded to the Holy Spirit in your groups ministry while also[...]
Jordan Hill is the Men's and Groups Minister at 121 Community Church in Grapevine, TX. Take a glimpse into Jordan's groups ministry he oversees and extract the principles he shares to see groups grow in their local church. He shares about the importance of focusing on people in your groups ministry, investing into your group[...]
A weekly podcast. The first episode of The Build Groups Podcast hosted by Adam Erlichman, Senior Consultant of Build Groups in Dallas, TX, and cohosted by Matt Moore, Director of Connections and Groups at Providence Church in Frisco, TX. Introductions and ministry background are provided by both Adam and Matt. They discuss at length the[...]
Trailer - The Build Groups PodcastWe help resource and equip small group and discipleship leaders and pastors to build leaders who start groups and make disciples.Host: Adam Erlichman, Senior Consultant at Build GroupsCohost: Matt Moore, Director of Groups and Connections at Providence Church in Frisco, TXLearn more how Build Groups can help you increase your[...]
