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Beyond Sunday Worship Leader Podcast#359: Christianity in Chaos? How We Can Find Our Way In An Age of Confusion and Corruption with Glenn Packiam
Today’s interview is with Glenn Packiam – if you’re not familiar with Glenn, he’s one of the modern worship OGs. I mean, Desperation Band, new Life Worship. He wrote the song Your Name with Paul Baloche.
But over the years Glenn’s journey has moved from worship ministry to pastoral ministry. He was the campus pastor at New Life Church’s downtown campus in CO and is now the Lead Pastor at Rock Harbor in Orange County, CA.
Glenn is a deep well and a balanced voice in the church. In this interview we break dow...2025-06-0453 min
Beyond Sunday Worship Leader PodcastChristianity in Chaos? How We Can Find Our Way in an Age of Confusion & Corruption with Glenn PackiamTopics Covered: We talk about how we can glean insights from various church traditions Why creeds are important Why the church’s reputation is suffering in America today How lead pastors and worship leaders can understand each other better What to look for in hiring a worship pastor. So let’s get right to my conversation with Glenn Packiam. Resources Mentioned: Show Sponsor: Planning Center What's a Christian Anyway: Finding Our Way in an Age of Confusion and Corruption by Glenn Packiam What's a Christian Anyway website No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Innovation by R...2025-06-0453 min
We Are VineyardBridging the Divide: Glenn Packiam on Spirit, Formation, and the Local ChurchGlenn Packiam is the Lead Pastor of Rockharbor Church in Costa Mesa, California. He is also the author of several books, including The Resilient Pastor, Blessed Broken Given, and the most recent title, co-authored with his wife, Holly, The Intentional Year.
He earned a Doctorate in Theology and Ministry from Durham University, and is a Senior Fellow at Barna Group, a Visiting Fellow at St. John’s College at Durham University, and an ordained priest with the Anglican Church of North America. Glenn has written over 65 worship songs published with Integrity Music, including “Your Name”, co-written with Paul Baloche.
Glenn and Ho...2025-06-0450 min
The Alabaster JarS5 E47 | Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam | A Church's Journey to Empowering Women in LeadershipIn this conversation, Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to dive deep into a transformative journey of understanding women's leadership in the church. Through a thoughtful, biblically grounded exploration, Glenn shares how Rockharbor Church carefully examined scriptural perspectives on women's roles, ultimately deciding to include women as elders. They unpack theological insights, cultural contexts, and the power of the Holy Spirit in empowering all believers, offering a nuanced and hope-filled approach to church leadership that honors both men and women as image-bearers of God.Resources Mentioned: Women in Le...2025-05-1948 min
The Child Discipleship PodcastResilience in Discipleship, with Glenn PackiamIn this episode, recorded live at the 2024 Child Discipleship Forum, Glenn Packiam emphasizes the importance of nurturing faith in children. He reflects on his own experiences growing up in Malaysia and the impact of early faith encounters. The conversation explores the challenges faced by church leaders in times of crisis, the need for resilience in discipleship, and the significance of seeking God consistently. Glenn highlights the distinction between relying on programs (carts) versus personal engagement (carriers) in ministry, and concludes with a call to consecrate oneself for God’s purpose.
SHOW NOTES
See the...2025-05-1518 min
Clear Intentions with Diane BodenAncient Creed, Modern Questions: Navigating Faith in a Complicated World | Glenn Packiam (EP32)Note: I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week or join me back here next week for a conversation that you don’t want to miss!-------------------------------What does it really mean to be a Christian in today’s world of confusion and cultural contradictions? In this episode, Diane talks with Glen Pia, lead pastor at Rock Harbor Church, about his new bo...2025-04-2533 min
Minimalist Moms PodcastAncient Creed, Modern Questions: Navigating Faith in a Complicated World | Glenn Packiam (EP32)Note: I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week or join me back here next week for a conversation that you don’t want to miss!-------------------------------What does it really mean to be a Christian in today’s world of confusion and cultural contradictions? In this episode, Diane talks with Glen Pia, lead pastor at Rock Harbor Church, about his new bo...2025-04-2530 min
The Russell Moore ShowGlenn Packiam on Why We Need CreedsWhat’s a Christian, anyway?In our 2025 political environment, terms like evangelical begin to lose the meaning they once held, or they require further refinement and definition. Glenn Packiam’s new book brings a fresh perspective to this conversation. It turns out the answer lies in the Nicene Creed.This year, the Nicene Creed turns 1,700 years old. This ancient work, built from Scripture and the public life of the ancient church, is often considered part of a “dead” spirituality, especially in traditions which put an emphasis on individual experiences with God...2025-04-1649 min
The Holy Post661: Non-Cringy Christian Media & the Nicene Creed and Glenn PackiamA new slate of Christian movies and television shows is managing to draw both acclaim from critics and the attention of non-believers. Are the days of cringy Christian media finally behind us? Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss the impact of “The Chosen” and the new Amazon series, “House of David.” What do these shows get right that so many past faith-based projects got wrong? The Oscar-winning documentary, “No Other Land,” cannot find a distributor in the U.S. because critics say it’s antisemitic, but Phil managed to watch it anyway. He offers his take on the movie, why it’s controver...2025-03-191h 22
youngadults.todayWhat Does it Mean to be a Christian? With Glenn PackiamJosiah and Micah Kennealy sit down with Glenn Packiam (pastor at Rock Harbor Church and Senior Fellow at the Barna Group) joins us to discuss living intentional lives as young adults, resilience, and what it means to be a Christian!
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The Nothing Is Wasted PodcastBonus Episode: What We Find in the Dark Episode 1 with Glenn PackiamBonus Episode: Check out this episode from our newest podcast, What We Find in the Dark with host Aubrey SampsonWhen we find ourselves in the dark after loss, big questions often follow: Where is God now? Why can’t I see Him here? Why can’t we sense His presence? How can I trust that God is good? Why did this happen?The deep theological wrestlings that often arise after the pain of grief can be jarring. But we need permission to ask the raw questions. We need a space to say them aloud. And we need...2025-03-1742 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryFinding Solid Ground in a Shifting World - Glenn Packiam - 152 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeIn an age of confusion where many are questioning the credibility of the church, how can we get really rooted in what truly matters? In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Glenn Packiam. Glenn is a pastor, author, and practical theologian who serves as the Lead Pastor at Rockharbor Church. He's written a number of books, including his latest, What's a Christian, Anyway? Together, Glenn and Jason assess the subversion of Christianity by cultural and personal agendas and how that impacts our witness. Glenn then highlights the mystery and beauty of God as...2025-03-1130 min
What We Find in the DarkEpisode 1 with Glenn PackiamWhen we find ourselves in the dark after loss, big questions often follow: Where is God now? Why can’t I see Him here? Why can’t we sense His presence? How can I trust that God is good? Why did this happen?The deep theological wrestlings that often arise after the pain of grief can be jarring. But we need permission to ask the raw questions. We need a space to say them aloud. And we need a guide to help us find answers in the dark.In this first episode of the What We Find in t...2025-03-0447 minThe Child Discipleship PodcastThe Intentional Journey: Discipleship, Family, and Formation with Glenn PackiamMike Handler and Melanie Hester join Glenn Packiam, lead pastor of Rock Harbor Church, as he unpacks the profound journey of intentional discipleship. In this inspiring podcast, Glenn dives deep into the pillars of encounter, formation, and mission, exploring how they shape both personal faith and ministry. Whether you’re leading a church, raising a family, or seeking deeper intentionality in your faith, this podcast offers wisdom and encouragement for the road ahead.
SHOW NOTES
See the video of Glenn Packiam’s s 2024 CDF talk.
Find more Child Discipleship resources at ChildDiscipleship.com.
Le...2025-01-2340 min
The Digital ExamenNoticing God in the Silence of “Unproductive” Moments with Glenn PackiamThe everpresent pressures of social media, and even ministry needs, can warp the way in which we process our personal encounters with God.We face the temptation to treat our relationship with God as a means to an end, whether that end be fresh content or much-needed wisdom. How can we reorient to connect with God simply to experience him? In this episode, host Jay Y. Kim is joined by Glenn Packiam, worship songwriter and lead pastor of Rockharbor Church in Costa Mesa, California. Packiam is also the author of several books on church ministry, w...2025-01-2242 min
Leaders in Living RoomsLILR 124 | Glenn Packiam and the Rockharbor Transition"The beauty of leadership is knowing when to embrace both change and continuity, molding the future while honoring the past." Meet Glenn Packiam, lead pastor at Rockharbor Church in Costa Mesa. In this episode, Glenn shares his journey as a lead pastor, his transition to Rockharbor, and his philosophy on leadership and vision casting. He reflects on the unique challenges of leading a church with a rich history while crafting its future identity. Glenn also discusses the weight of leadership, the importance of preaching with purpose, and the value of collaboration, vision, and unity in ministry.2025-01-1448 min
The Care Ministry Podcast165: Cultivating Resilience with Glenn PackiamDid you know your rate of recovery is a sign of health? Cultivating resilience is all about paying attention to our ability to recalibrate. Today, Glenn Packiam shares with us from one of our top sessions in this year’s Church Mental Health Summit. He gives three practical ways we can exercise our agency in this recalibration. Don’t miss Glenn’s insights on personal limits, keystone habits, and relational orbits. It’s all in today’s episode!
Quotes
Struggling is not a reflection of your abilities, your strength, or your faith. -Laura Howe
There is no...2024-12-1931 min
The Pastorate PodcastGlenn Packiam on Navigating Expectations in Ministry, Drawing Strength from Ancient Wisdom, and Building Teams Rooted in Self-AwarenessPastoring has always been a vocation of great responsibility, yet the expectations placed on pastors today have grown increasingly complex. From preaching and shepherding to being organizational leaders, cultural commentators, and trauma-informed counselors, the demands can stack up, making the work feel impossible. Add to this the challenge of navigating a rapidly changing cultural and technological landscape, and it’s no wonder so many pastors wrestle with questions of calling, capacity, and resilience. But amidst these challenges the ancient wisdom of the church and the gift of pastoral community offer a way forward.
In this episode of Th...2024-12-0243 min
The Intentional Parents PodcastStrong Inner Critics, Moral Formation, Ambition, Coaching and The Intentional Year (Interview with Glenn Packiam)On today’s show, we are so pleased to welcome Glenn Packiam. Glenn is a Pastor, author, podcast host, husband, and father of four. We are excited for you to get to know Glenn and the work he has been up to, not only as an author with the book he co-wrote with his wife, Holly but also to learn what God has been teaching him about fatherhood and his relationship with Jesus. Join us in this deep and encouraging conversation as we talk about what it means to have an Intentional year, to start new habits instead of Ne...2024-11-2046 min
Simply WholeheartedWholehearted WRITE Rhythms with Glenn Packiam** Join us for the Wholehearted Equip and Activate Online Conference February 7-9, 2024 **WRITE is one of three Wholehearted Rhythm pillars we are covering this month and I can’t wait for you to hear from my friend, Glenn Packiam. Glenn is lead pastor of RockHarbor Church in California, and author of “The Intentional Year”. He shares about:What it’s like as an Enneagram 3 wing 4 married to a nine wing 8Writing to take inventory of prayer rest, renewal, relationships, and workIdentifying spiritual practices to build into rhythms in the new yearThis interview is a list...2024-01-2227 min
Redeeming MissionsA Vacuum Cleaner or Eternal Salvation? —with Glenn PackiamTanner sits down with author, artist, and pastor Glenn Packiam to talk about his upbringing in Malaysia and how that influenced his vocational calling. Glenn shares about his parents’ willingness to shift careers to become missionaries in their own country, opening up about the way he internalized his family’s call to missions. He uncovers the first book he ever wrote (as a young child) on “how to be an evangelist.” Tanner and Glenn discuss the origins of the word evangelism and what it means today in the context of western individualism. They wrestle through big questions on identity, anxiety...2023-09-2643 min
FrontStage BackStage with Jason Daye - Healthy Leadership for Life and MinistryMaking Healthy Rhythms in Your Life a Reality - Holly & Glenn Packiam - 65 - FrontStage BackStage with Jason DayeAs pastors and ministry leaders, we give consideration to the value of incorporating healthy rhythms into our lives and ministries, but we oftentimes struggle with making those rhythms a reality. In this week's conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Holly and Glenn Packiam, who serve at Rock Harbor in Costa Mesa, California. Glenn serves as the lead pastor and Holly earned her master's degree in counseling at Colorado Christian University, and has served as pastor of parenting ministries. They are the authors of The Intentional Life, and the follow-up companion to that book, The Intentional...2023-07-1144 min