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Intentional Churches PodcastThe Most Fun We’ve Had in 30 Years of Ministry, with Bart RendelOn this episode of the Intentional Churches Podcast, Doug and Bart kick off Season 10 with a candid and energizing conversation about what’s happening beneath the surface at Intentional Churches.Yes, there’s a little “Storytime with Bart” (including airline boarding chaos and a mysterious food allergy, but the heart of this episode is much deeper.Doug and Bart unpack why Radical Alignment and personal ownership of the Great Commission is proving to be one of the most transformative discoveries of their entire ministry journeys.This isn’t about adding another program.It’s ab...
2026-02-1144 minIntentional Churches PodcastThe Heart Behind Radical Alignment, with Bart RendelOn this episode of The Intentional Churches Podcast, Doug and Bart unpack the heart behind Radical Alignment: The Surprising Journey of Becoming an Intentional Church—the brand-new book that takes church leaders inside the “why” behind the IC toolbox.Together, they share the behind-the-scenes story of how the book came to life—from early church interviews and the conference book challenge to the powerful stories that emerged along the way. You’ll hear about ice-bath baptisms in Florida, a thousand-person Tennessee church mobilizing 597 members to reach their “One,” and the connection between personal Great Commission ownership and lasting church...
2025-11-1340 min
COGO Podcast3:20 How Your Church Can Become an "Intentional Church"On this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody hosts Bart Rendel, co-founder of Intentional Churches, for a conversation rooted in the mission of helping churches become one-aware, activated, and radically aligned with the Great Commission. Drawing from the proven tools and vision of Intentional Churches—including ChurchOS / OneTeam—Bart shares how to mobilize the “ninety-nine” in your congregation so they reach and grow their “one.” Whether you lead a large church or a small community, you’ll hear thought-provoking discussion and actionable takeaways for aligning vision, strategy, and leadership to make more and better disciples.Bart was...
2025-09-1934 min
The Advantage PodcastA Conversation with Bart Rendel & Doug Parks of Intentional ChurchesToday, we're incredibly excited to welcome Bart Rendel and Doug Parks, the creative minds behind Intentional Churches. Bart and Doug are passionate about helping churches clarify their vision, implement strategic planning, and cultivate healthy leadership, all while staying deeply rooted in biblical truth. Get ready for a dynamic and insightful conversation about revitalizing your church and making a greater impact in your community! https://www.intentionalchurches.com/ Intentional Churches Book: https://a.co/d/4mDSwAh Intentional Churches Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5B2cLTTMQLzxjGLYDj84Pc?si=bf2878341978410e
2025-09-1049 minIntentional Churches PodcastStories from the Road, with Bart RendelKicking off Season 9 of Intentional Churches, Doug is joined by IC co-founder, Bart Rendel, for a behind-the-scenes look at Intentional Churches, their leadership rhythms, and the realities many pastors face today. Bart introduces “the spanking machine”—a vivid and humorous metaphor born out of ministry burnout. Together Bart and Doug explore the constant pressure church leaders face from the unrelenting pace of weekend ministry and the need to name it honestly.The heart of the episode centers on the remarkable story of First Christian Church in Newburgh, Indiana. Once a thriving congregation, FCC faced deep decline after leader...
2025-08-2736 minIntentional Churches PodcastIntentional versus Unintentional Churches, with Bart Rendel | S05.E10On the final episode of season 5, Erin and Doug invite Intentional Churches’ president and co-founder, Bart Rendel, to the show to outline the differences between intentional and unintentional churches. Bart has a heart for helping church leaders take personal ownership of The Great Commission, and that passion bleeds through every part of this conversation. Since Bart is Doug’s partner in crime at Intentional Churches, Erin invites Doug to share his expertise too, and together the two outline exactly what an intentional versus unintentional church looks like, the steps every church should take towards being more intentional, and h...
2024-11-0530 minIntentional Churches PodcastUnderstanding Your Church's Relational Reach Zone | S04.E01Welcome to season 4! This season is all about helping you prepare for your church's next big push! In this fist episode Erin & Doug talk with Bart Rendel on the concept of the relational reach zone of churches and how it impacts strategic planning for the next season. Bart stresses the importance of knowing who the church is trying to reach and being aware of the potential impact they can have within their relational networks. They suggest practical steps such as identifying the people connected to the church, evaluating the frequency of their attendance, and multiplying the average attendance to e...
2024-06-1829 min
Intentional Churches PodcastAligning Visions: Overcoming Misalignment in Modern Churches | S02.E07Doug & Erin welcome Bart Rendel on this episode. Bart is the co-founder of Intentional Churches and a seasoned church leader. He shares his invaluable insights and experiences, drawing from his rich background in church planting and leadership. The conversation explores the challenges of alignment and misalignment in church leadership. The Acts 1-8 model is introduced as a framework for alignment, with a focus on personal alignment to the Great Commission. The discussion highlights the importance of avoiding institutional thinking and prioritizing individual relationships and discipleship. Practical tips are provided for moving towards alignment, including personal reflection and the use...
2024-03-1932 min
SpirecastAligning Your Team (and Yourself!) to the Great Commission with Doug Parks, Bart Rendel, and Bill Brown - SC 41No church intentionally drifts from being aligned to the Great Commission, yet it happens often.
Doug Parks, Bart Rendel, and Bill Brown talk about how your church can orient its plans around staying focused on fulfilling the great commission. Don't let your church get caught in the drift away from the most important mission the world has ever seen.
2022-10-3130 minSpirecastHow to Lead When You’re Not in Charge with Jodi Hickerson & Bart Rendel - SC 28Leading when you're not in charge is all about focusing on what you can control. Hear Jodi Hickerson explain this in her #spireconference talk and then join Bart Rendel and Rick Rusaw to get practical steps for your ministry!
2022-10-2431 min
Nexus Church Planting PodcastIntentional Churches with Doug ParksChurches often miss the mark with silver-bullet strategies that promise to multiply Kingdom impact. More than 2,000 years later, it’s time to get back to the basics it’s time to get back to the basics of reaching His people, His way!
If you want to reignite your passion for the local church and see your congregation live out the Great Commission by growing and making disciples you have to be intentional.
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About Doug Parks
CEO & Co-Founder @Intentional Churches
Doug Parks is the CEO and Co-founder of Intentional Churches. Over the past decade, Doug, along with Co-founder Bart...
2021-10-1257 min
Intentional Churches PodcastE01: More Is Possible for Your Church2020 was a disruptive year, and it is not easy to pastor and lead in a post-COVID reality. But there is hope, and it’s not found in the next “silver bullet” strategy – it’s found in going back to the fundamentals that we find in Scripture. In this episode, you’ll get to know Intentional Churches co-founders, Doug Parks and Bart Rendel, hear their heart for the Church, and get a high-level introduction to ChurchOS. NEXT STEPS Check out our book, Intentional Churches, wherever you buy your books Visit intentionalchurches.com to get free resources and learn more ab...
2020-10-2626 min
Embark On The Sensational Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!Intentional Churches by Doug Parks, Bart RendelPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/230719to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Intentional Churches
Author: Doug Parks, Bart Rendel
Narrator: Josh Childs, John Behrens
Format: mp3
Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins
Release date: 03-24-20
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 31 ratings
Genres: Evangelism
Publisher's Summary:
Do you want to reignite your passion for the local church and see your congregation live out the Great Commission by growing and making disciples? If so, implementing the revolutionary Intentional Growth Planning™ operating system will benefit you, your church, and your community! Just as laptops and smart phones have an operating system, the church needs a biblically ba...
2020-03-247h 44