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Growing Faith
Is leading a small group better than just attending?
In this episode I brought on my friend Melton Weaver from Lafayette Louisiana to have a conversation about some of the benefits of taking the brave step to lead a small group. How you can see people exponentially grow as they take on the incredible privilege and challenge of leading a small group. Want to be closer to your purpose? Ready to use your gifts and talents for God? Check out today's episode!If you have questions or comments please email: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com https://rickmcclatchey.com
2021-02-09
50 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Obey
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Obey - This is relationship - flowing out of our relationship with Jesus - will fuel us to obey Him - following His commands, walking with him.Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554www.first15am.orgFor questions or co...
2021-02-02
49 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Listen Part 2 of 2
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Listen - (part 2) - This is relationship - spending time listening to Him - and then obeying Him...so critical. We talk about the importance of taking time and also the incredible value of journaling.Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id...
2021-01-26
43 min
Growing Faith
Small Group Talks - Reasons to NOT Start a Group???
In this episode Pastor Adam Robinson joins the Growing Faith Podcast to discuss common objections to a person becoming a small group leader. Perhaps you have heard these reasons, or maybe you have used them for yourself, jump in and check out this episode, I think that you will find it helpful!Email the show host: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.comLike - Share - Review!!
2021-01-21
32 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Listen - Part 1 of 2
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Dedicate - We need to surrender our heart and agenda for today to His - moment by moment, in real time!Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554www.first15am.orgFor questions or comments or suggestions reach out to Ri...
2021-01-19
57 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Dedicate
Unscripted with Mark Jones - DedicateIn this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Dedicate - We need to surrender our heart and agenda for today to His - moment by moment, in real time!Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554www.first15am.orgFor questions or co...
2021-01-12
43 min
Growing Faith
Bearing One Another's Burdens - We gotta do this!
In this Episode our host Rick McClatchey takes some time to talk about Galatians 6:2 and the Biblical command to bear one another's burdens. He talks about the necessity of bearing one another out of a place of fallenness in sin as well as in just the every day walking of life. As one who is receiving help - be open - be humble - be gracious.As one who is helping - be present, be perceiving, and be proactive.contact the host: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com Thanks for lis...
2021-01-06
21 min
Growing Faith
New Year's Day Edition - Pause, Reflect, Recalibrate!
2021-01-02
07 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Open
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Open - We need to bring our heart open and transparent before the Lord. Then he comes and transforms us! Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554www.first15am.orgFor questions or comments or suggestions reach out to Rick McClatchey GrowingFaithPodcast@gma...
2020-12-29
42 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Meditate
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Meditate - We need to remember and rehearse in order to properly refocus. Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554www.first15am.orgFor questions or comments or suggestions reach out to Rick McClatchey GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com
2020-12-22
49 min
Growing Faith
Small Group Talks - The Word of God and Prayer
In this episode I am joined by Adam Robinson as we talk about:Connecting to God through the Bible and PrayerFirst 15 - 40 Day Worship Challenge!HEAR JournalPRAY methodYouversion - Bible reading plans, and reading the Bible as a small group. - https://first15am.org -Resources: HEAR Journal - https://replicate.org/what-is-a-hear-journal/https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1...
2020-12-15
36 min
Growing Faith
Small Group Talks - Sabbath Rest in Ministry
In this episode we join Pastor Adam Robinson - Roisin Welsh - and Rick McClatchey talking to small group leaders about how important it is to practice regular sabbath as well as even taking a more extended season of sabbath. Contact the host: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com
2020-12-08
31 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones -Celebrate
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Celebrate and how relationship with God is actually meant to be enjoyed - something that should be enjoyed. We were created to worship!Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow...
2020-12-01
43 min
Growing Faith
Unscripted with Mark Jones - Surrender
In this episode we continue a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. Today's topic is Surrender and how it is really at the very core of our relationship with God. The vital first step.Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554...
2020-11-24
41 min
Growing Faith
40 Day Worship Challenge -With Guest Mark Jones
In this episode we kick off a journey through the content found in the book "Unscripted" by Dr. Mark Jones, DMD. We also talk about the 40 Day worship challenge and how it has served to help transform hundreds of lives.Resources: https://amzn.to/35BYUUj - link to purchase Dr. Mark's bookPrevious Episodes on the first 15 - episodes 11 and 12.Part 1https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000445714820Part 2https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-faith/id1465021315?i=1000446279554www.first15am.or...
2020-11-17
45 min
Growing Faith
Small Group Talks - Building a culture of Reproducibility
In this episode we bring back in Adam Robinson our staff pastor at the Mannahouse Mill Plain Campus and Roisin Welsh the staff Pastor at our 217 campus. We talk about building a culture of Reproducibility in our groups. This is such a critical component to have so that our groups grow and not die out or shrink. growingfaithpodcast@gmail.com to reach the show host
2020-11-10
29 min
Growing Faith
Small Group Talks - Building a culture of accountability
In this episode we have Pastors Adam Robinson and Roisin Welsh having a great conversation about developing a culture of accountability in your small group. Accountability in a healthy environment equals GROWTH!!Join the conversation - email me at RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-11-03
35 min
Growing Faith
Small Group Talks - Missional Groups!
In this episode we talk about how we make groups missional. This is a great conversation between three small groups pastors and hopefully with some helpful insights on how to make sure you don't allow the focus of your group to be too internally minded. Enjoy!Contact the host: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com
2020-10-27
25 min
Growing Faith
COVID Conversations - What might God be speaking to us in this unusual season
In this episode I sat down with Kale Courtright in Dallas, TX and Michael Marcotte in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.Kale is the pastor of spiritual formation at his church in Dallas - and is the host of the "How to Christian" Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-christian-podcast/id1515408031Michael is a former youth pastor and deeply involved in his home church in Mt. Carmel, he hosts the "Not So Secret Bible" podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-so-secret-bible/id1508252753 Please join us as we hav...
2020-10-20
45 min
Growing Faith
Creating a Discipleship Culture Right Where You Are - Replicate Book Author Q&A
We get to listen in on a Q&A session from a class at Portland Bible College (https://portlandbiblecollege.org) with the Authors of the book "Replicate" a fantastic resource on the topic of discipleship in the local church. A great way to release every single member of the body of Christ into real life ministry! Get your own copy of the book here: https://amzn.to/2BHrebITo contact the show host: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com
2020-10-13
41 min
Growing Faith
Spiritual Formation Part 5 - Lectio Divina
This next session with returning special guest Sue Giordano we dive into the our final installment of our spiritual formation series with a conversation about Lectio Divina. Take a listen and let us know what you think. GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.comRickM@mannahouse.church - Host email
2020-10-06
41 min
Growing Faith
Discipleship Conversation Starters - Making discipleship a simple part of every day life!
In this episode we talk about the value of small groups and some simple tools to help you take your small group from being focused on just simple fellowship and making that slight but important shift into a discipleship environment where spiritual growth becomes a natural outflow of the group. Check it out!More info - contact the show host: rickm@mannahouse.churchLike - Comment - Share - Rate
2020-09-29
00 min
Growing Faith
Spiritual Formation - Centering Prayer - Special Guest Sue Giordano
In this episode we talk more about the practice of slowing down, and quieting our hearts before the Lord. In this fast-paced, busy, noisy and distraction rich world we live in - we want to learn how to "Be still and know that He is God." Ps. 46:10We welcome back guest Sue Giordano to the program to bring her thoughts and insights into this important practice/discipline for us to draw closer to the Lord.As always to connect with the show host you can email at GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com
2020-09-22
00 min
Growing Faith
Spiritual Formation - Sabbath and Retreats - Guest Sue Giordano
In this episode we talk about more of the spiritual disciplines to help us in the spiritual formation process. We talked previously about Bible engagement and Prayer - in this episode we dig into the Sabbath and Retreats and the value that they bring into our lives and the help they are to really connecting with God and growing in relationship with Him.Questions - Comments - Feedback - email: GrowingFaithPodcast@gmail.com
2020-09-15
00 min
Growing Faith
Spiritual Formation - Part 3- Bible reading and Prayer -with guest Sue Giordano
In this episode we continue on the journey of discussing Spiritual Formation. We are talking about spiritual disciplines and took time in this episode to specifically dive into Bible reading and Prayer - both in the personal context and in the community or small group context. Sue Giordano is an active member of Mannahouse and serves as the groups administrator for our Rocky Butte Campus small groups. She is an incredible member of our dream team and is also pursuing a Master's Degree from Portland Seminary focusing in Spiritual Formation. If yo...
2020-09-08
00 min
Growing Faith
Engaging with God's Word - Personally and In Community - Part 2 of 2 with Pastor Kale Courtright
In this episode we welcome in Kale Courtright again, he is the pastor of Spiritual Formation at Crosspoint Church in Dallas, TX. (www.crosspointcofc.org) We had a great conversation (in two parts due to length) where we talk about Developing a Hunger for God's Word both personally and in community. Kale also is the host of the "How To Christian Podcast" I highly recommend you check it out! You can find it on all major podcast platforms. Here are some links: SUBSCRIBE NOW TO THE "HOW TO CHR...
2020-09-01
00 min
Growing Faith
Engaging with Scripture - personally and in community - Part 1 of 2 - With Pastor Kale Courtright
In this episode we welcome in Kale Courtright, the pastor of Spiritual Formation at Crosspoint Church in Dallas, TX. (www.crosspointcofc.org) We had a great conversation (in two parts due to length) where we talk about Developing a Hunger for God's Word both personally and in community. Kale also is the host of the "How To Christian Podcast" I highly recommend you check it out! You can find it on all major podcast platforms. Here are some links: SUBSCRIBE NOW TO THE "HOW TO CHRISTIAN" PODCAST!App...
2020-08-25
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 73 - Spiritual Formation - "Know Thyself that you may know God" - With guest Sue Giordano
In this episode we talk about three words in the journey of knowing yourself that you might know God - 1. Stories2. Tools3. Shadows Dig in with us in this episode I think you will learn some valuable things to help you along your journey. Questions, Comments or suggestions for future episodes - email Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-08-18
00 min
Growing Faith
Spiritual Formation Part 1 - Special guest Sue Giordano
In this episode we start a 5 part journey through the topic of Spiritual Formation. We are all spiritual beings have a temporary physical experience. We should give just as much if not more attention to the topic of how we can grow spiritually as we do in growing physically and mentally and emotionally. If you have questions, comments, or feedback of any kind please contact the show host at RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-08-11
00 min
Growing Faith
The Jesus Discipleship Method - with Special Guest Michael Marcotte
Michael Marcotte - a former full time youth pastor, and a Host of the Podcast "The Not So Secret Bible" (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-so-secret-bible/id1508252753) joins the show to talk about the Jesus method of discipleship. This is a great discussion and challenging to us to make sure that we are going about what we are all called to do in this world - Go and Make Disciples!Questions - Comments - etc - contact Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-08-04
00 min
Growing Faith
A Call To Prayer - In Groups - At Your Home! -Special Guest Kathy Mackin
In this episode we get to hear from the dynamic Kathy Mackin - a woman who genuinely lives her faith in Jesus to all those around her. She welcomes all that God brings in to her life and just simply loves them. She has journeyed through this complex season and has really begun to have a significant burden - a call from the Lord for us to rise up in Prayer. Take time to hear her heart. You will be blessed and challenged. For questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes - em...
2020-07-30
00 min
Growing Faith
The Church - Community and Purpose
This is another episode where we are joined by Professor Travis Arnold from Portland Bible College to help us talk about the church - what is its purpose and how is community lived out in the context of the church? For more info please contact the host: RickM@mannahouse.church Please like, comment, rate, and share this podcast with others!
2020-07-28
00 min
Growing Faith
What is the Church - Special Guest - Travis Arnold
In this episode Portland Bible College professor Travis Arnold joins the Growing Faith podcast to talk about the church - what is it? and Why is it important. I think you will find this episode to be very helpful and encouraging. Contact the host of the show - rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-07-21
00 min
Growing Faith
Pastoring the Ones God Brings You
In this episode we welcome back Small Groups Coach Max Bravo to talk about the concept of simply pastoring those that God brings you. Its Not About the numbers - Its Not about you!Its not about foreverIt is about DiscipleshipIt is about Sending not Seating To reach the host - email RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-07-14
00 min
Growing Faith
Foundations for Discipleship - Roisin Welsh
In this episode Roisin Welsh (Staff Pastor at Mannahouse - 217), talks about the importance of foundations and goes through a quick overview of a great discipleship tool called by the same name. In this season and really all the time - the body of Christ needs to be focused on discipleship. Many Christians just don't know how. This is the beginning of a conversation that I think will really help!To contact the host: Rickm@mannahouse.churchLike - Share - Comment - Rate!! Help Growing Faith spread the word!
2020-07-07
00 min
Growing Faith
Relational Discipleship - How do I get started?
In this episode we welcome back friend of the program - Roisin Welsh. She is a discipleship expert in her own rite! We are thankful for this great conversation to help eliminate some of the misconceptions and confusion that come along with the challenge to disciple and developing discipleship.For questions - comments - ideas about future episode topics contact RickM@mannahouse.churchwww.mannahouse.churchwww.portlandbiblecollege.org
2020-06-30
00 min
Growing Faith
Types of Bible Studies to Get Started - Character - Place - Passage - Book Studies w/ Lanny Hubbard
Portland Bible College (https://portlandbiblecollege.org) Professor Lanny Hubbard is back for another episode to help introduce 4 different great types of study techniques to help people dig deeper into the Word of God.Questions or Comments: Email the host - rickm@mannahouse.churchWebsites:biblehub.comblueletterbible.orghttps://Studylight.orgDownloadable softwaree-sword.netBible Softwareolivetree.comlogos.comhttps://Biblestudytools.com
2020-06-23
00 min
Growing Faith
Bible Study Tools - Let's Get Started - Lanny Hubbard
Honored to have Professor Lanny Hubbard from Portland Bible College (https://portlandbiblecollege.org)Talking about different Bible Study tools - Lanny will help explain the different tools that are available, both paid resources and free resources.Be a Reader – You’ll get a feel for different publishing housesZondervan – main evangelical stream type of publishing companyBaker and IVP – more academic – Hendrickson – more charismaticCrossway – reformed theologyFamiliarity with different authorsFamiliarity with different seriesBooks of multiple perspective – Zondervan – counterpointLook at articles – end notes and footnotes – go to the primary source. Fo...
2020-06-16
00 min
Growing Faith
Walking with people through hard seasons - Special Guest Pastor Adam Robinson
In this episode we have the privilege of having Pastor Adam Robinson on the podcast to talk about a topic that he is a specialist in - Pastoral care for people in hard seasons. You will want to set time aside to hear this excellent content. For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions - please contact the show host at Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-06-14
00 min
Growing Faith
Leading Groups from Virtual to Face to Face
Small Group Coach and Group Leader Max Bravo comes in to talk about the real challenges and opportunities present in the virtual environment. How we transition from Face to face to Virtual and then back again. What should stop? What should continue?Lean in - great content offered by this guest!For questions or comments - email the host: rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-06-11
00 min
Growing Faith
Context - What did it mean to them - Lanny Hubbard - Part 2
In this episode - (well two episodes part 1 and 2) we have a conversation with Portland Bible College Professor Lanny Hubbard as he helps us understand the journey of interpretation to application when reading the Bible. Dig in - these are going to be great episodes that will really help equip you.www.portlandbiblecollege.orghttps://mannahouse.churchhttps://rickmcclatchey.com The context journey - that Lanny referenced:https://slideplayer.com/slide/1466213/ Grasping the text in their townMeasuring the width of th...
2020-06-09
00 min
Growing Faith
The Context Journey - Lanny Hubbard - Part 1
In this episode - (well two episodes part 1 and 2) we have a conversation with Portland Bible College Professor Lanny Hubbard as he helps us understand the journey of interpretation to application when reading the Bible. Dig in - these are going to be great episodes that will really help equip you.www.portlandbiblecollege.orghttps://mannahouse.churchhttps://rickmcclatchey.com The context journey - that Lanny referenced:https://slideplayer.com/slide/1466213/ Grasping the text in their townMeasuring the width of th...
2020-06-02
00 min
Growing Faith
Leading in Times of Tension - Special Guest Pastor Tom Tammaro
Special guest Pastor Tom Tammaro from New Life Church (https://nlc.today) in Biddeford, Maine joins the Growing Faith Podcast to have a great discussion about how to lead people in times of tension. Times of tension lead to tough conversations - how do we move forward together when we disagree? How do we manage the tensions and still work together and be the church?I think you will gain some helpful insights from the 5 simple points he brings out.To contact the host - email Rick at Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-05-30
00 min
Growing Faith
How do I choose a Bible Translation for Bible reading and Bible Study
We welcome back guest to the program - Professor Lanny Hubbard. He walks us through how we got the Bible that we hold in our hands today and also gives some very good information on how to choose the translation of the Bible you use for reading and study.Gordon Fee's book - How to Choose a Translation for all its worth:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SJWECK/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_EqfTEbV694D6C “The Bible is for Everyone” Sermon preached by Lanny Hubbardhttp...
2020-05-26
00 min
Growing Faith
Why Study the Bible - Individually and in Groups Special Guest - Lanny Hubbard
In this episode we have the honor of having Lanny Hubbard on board. We are starting a multi episode journey to talk about the Bible and the value in it for both the individual and the small group. In this episode we talk about the WHY of Bible Study. Buy Lanny Hubbard's Book:https://www.amazon.com/Seasons-Spirit-Finding-Changes-Life/dp/0996025618/ref=sr_1_5?crid=9QJCBLUC1IL0&dchild=1&keywords=seasons+of+the+spirit&qid=1588883137&sprefix=seasons+of+the+sp%2Caps%2C664&sr=8-5More info about Portland Bible College:https://portlandbiblecollege.org
2020-05-19
00 min
Growing Faith
The Small Group - Becoming Missional - Part 2 - The How
In this episode Pastor Rick McClatchey and Kayla Smith talk part 2 of becoming Missional as a small group. Part one covered mostly the WHY behind being Missional and now we want to dive into more of the HOW to do it.for Questions - Comments - or feedback - Email the host - RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-05-12
00 min
Growing Faith
Small Groups - Making Sure We are Missional - Part 1
In this episode our hosts Rick McClatchey and Kayla Smith talk through what it means to be missional, and then discuss the ever important WHY behind making sure that we are leading small groups that are missional. Please take some time to let us know how you are being helped by the show - email the host at RickM@mannahouse.church also you can recommend topics for future shows. Our heart here at the Growing Faith Podcast is to be serve you and equip you to build amazing small groups and have unparalleled levels of pa...
2020-05-05
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 53 - Processing Time in Quarantine - How do I move Forward?
Join our old friend Pastor Mark Daniels as we talk more Pandemic talk - how do we hear the voice of the Lord in the midst of this season? The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern Worldby Audible, Inc. (US)Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZL2MRDS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_A-4NEbP92T647 Contact the host: RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-04-28
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 52 - The small group leader and the HEAR journaling method
In this episode we talk about the dynamic of teaching people how to get the most out of their time in the Word of God (the Bible). Using a simple journaling method - HEAR. www.replicate.orgwww.portlandbiblecollege.orghttps://Mannahouse.church Reach out to the show host - rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-04-21
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 51 - 4 Observations in the midst of Pandemic
Here our host Rick McClatchey walks us through 4 observations that have come out of this time in Pandemic Quarantine so far. These are powerful observations in how we might move from a time of Pandemic back into "normal." Without bringing everything from what used to be - with us.Learning how we can step into the new normal, with less of the bad parts of where we have come from. Sifting it out!Questions, Comments, Ideas for future episode topics - please email Rickm@mannahouse.churchMore information about Mannahouse - https://mannahouse.c...
2020-04-14
00 min
Growing Faith
The Small Group Leader - Connecting during lockdown!
In this episode we talk about the unique opportunities disguised as challenges during this pandemic season. Here are ways you can connect with people in your small group outside of the small group meeting. FaceTime - Iphone/Ipad video callingGoogle Duo/Hangouts - duo.google.com Marco Polo - https://www.marcopolo.mehttps://mannahouse.church/athomehttps://mannahouse.church/virtualgroupshttps://mannahousekids.com https://mannahouse.church/careTo reach out to the host - please email at RickM...
2020-04-07
00 min
Growing Faith
Leading our small businesses and families in the midst of crisis - Stephanie Anderson
In this episode we welcome in Stephanie Anderson to talk about some of the challenges of leading a small business, and a family in the context of a crisis like we are facing with the Corona virus.You can see Stephanie's blog at andersonswife.comYou can buy her book here: Read the Book: One Way to Live Effectivelyby Amazon.com Services LLCLearn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZPH7936/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_zkOGEbV498CFN for comments or future to...
2020-03-31
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 47 - Virtual Groups - Tools, Tips, and Tricks
Here is another great episode where we talk about the concept of virtual small groups. A reality that is most certainly upon us!Kayla Smith a small group leader at the Rocky Butte Campus comes to share some real life examples of ways she is helping see people connected in days of Shelter in Place and Quarantine.https://mannahouse.church/athome - resources for weekend services - watching them "together"https://mannahouse.church/virtualgroups - guidelines, tools, resources to help lead an online small groupwww.webex.com - one great...
2020-03-25
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 46 - Care Coach Develop Part 3 - DEVELOP
We have guest host Jason Schleichardt in for his third straight episode. He is the mastermind behind the Dream Team implementation here at Mannahouse and he continues to bring great insight into this process of Caring - Coaching - and Developing those around us. Not just in the context of Dream Team - but also just talking about how these principles help in every day life.Please send questions - comments - and ideas for future episode topics to RickM@mannahouse.churchGod bless you!
2020-03-24
00 min
Growing Faith
Bonus Episode - Stuck at Home? Eat - Move - Sleep
Stuck at home? We need to make sure that we are taking care of ourselves so that we are ready and equipped - so that we have something to give when the time arises...and the time is about to really arise.Listen in - I hope this helps you.Email me with any questions - let's chat! Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-03-24
00 min
Growing Faith
Care - Coach - Develop - Part 2 Coaching
In this episode we pick up part two of the conversation with Pastor Jason Schleichardt of the Mannahouse Central team to talk about the concept of Coaching within the Dream Team structure and how it is yet one more aspect of a culture of Care!If you have comments or ideas for future episodes - please email the show at rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-03-17
00 min
Growing Faith
Care - Coach - Develop - Part One
In this episode we begin the conversation of the tracks that we ask all dream team coaches to stay on as they care for group leaders etc. Pastor Jason Schleichardt joins us on this episode, bringing years of dream team leading experience.
2020-03-10
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Growing Faith
Episode 43 - The Small Group Leader - Simplifying Life - Stuff and Things
Part 2 of the Simplify life series of episodes. Making more room in our lives for the Lord to be able to work through us. Removing clutter - both from your home and from your calendar. Getting very intentional about what God has called you to!Please send any questions or comments to RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-03-03
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Growing Faith
Episode 42 - The Small Group Leader - Simplifying Life - Personal Health
In this episode we bring in a guest to the program - Courtney Thompson. We are going to take some time to dive into the concept of simplifying our lives for the sake of creating room in our lives to do more for the Kingdom of God - to be good stewards of all that God has given into our hands.As always if you have any questions - comments - or ideas please email me - rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-02-25
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Episode 41 - Small Groups - The Leader as a minister of the Gospel
In this episode we bring in subject matter expert - Alex Hernandez. He and his wife Sarah are the campus pastors at Portland Bible College. (www.portlandbiblecollege.org) He comes in with around 3 decades of experience in leading small groups and coaching small group leaders. This will be a part one of two of talking about key ingredients of a truly successful small group - before we start talking about the ingredients that a small group leader needs to bring - we decided we needed to talk about the primary ingredient of all - THE LEADER.
2020-02-18
00 min
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Episode 40 - Emotional Intelligence Part 1
In this episode we invite in guest to the show Holly Cole - having faced the dark places of depression and at times wondering what really this life is supposed to be all about. She has come out of that season of life with a fresh understanding of how God has made her and a passion to help other discover the same for themselves. Lean in today as we discuss emotional intelligence - "know thyself, that you may know God." For content ideas and questions - please contact Rick - Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-02-11
00 min
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Episode 39 - Freedom Part 2 - The Weekend Encounter
This episode we continue our conversation with Trevin Anderson Trevinma@mannahouse.church to talk about Freedom Groups and more specifically the Weekend Encounter part of the process. We cover the Why, What, and How.If we can answer any other questions that come up after listening to this episode please reach out. It is our sincere desire to help.Rickm@mannahouse.church
2020-02-04
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Growing Faith
Episode 38 - Freedom Part 1 - The Small Group aspect
We invited in Trevin Anderson (trevinma@mannahouse.church) our Mannahouse Groups and Care Central Specialist and overseer of all thing Freedom at Mannahouse. He shares his thoughts and insight on the powerful groups curriculum called Freedom - provided to us so generously by the wonderful people at Church of the Highlands in Birmingham Alabama. Lean in and listen to see what you can learn about the small group aspect of Freedom, this is a part 1 of 2. The following episode we will talk about the weekend encounter. Stay tuned!For questions, comments or any other resources n...
2020-01-28
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 37 - Connecting Outside The Regular Group Meeting
In this episode we invite back guest to the podcast Max Bravo who is a groups coach at our Mill Plain campus in Vancouver, WA. He also leads a men's small group that has been meeting for a year now and has grown from 4 men, to over 20 in that time.He is a specialist in growing a strong sense of community. 1. Sweat the small stuff - pay attention to your people and what they are sharing with you.2. Strategizing Hang Time3. Don't say No for PeoplePlease like, comment, an...
2020-01-21
00 min
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Episode 36 - Groups - What do we do with the kids?
In this episode Pastor Rick talks through the topic of Family small groups and how to address the childcare issue. He suggests 5 different possible approaches to working through this challenge. Leave a comment to let us know if we missed any other great options and maybe we will be able to do a follow up episode on those other options.If you have any questions, comments or snide remarks - please reach out to Rick at RickM@mannahouse.church
2020-01-14
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Episode 35 - Why Groups? - Building Community
In this episode we welcome Mill Plain Campus Groups Coach Max Bravo to the table. He will talk about his journey of helping build community and relationships in the context of small groups and why it is so important. Lean in and allow his many years of experience help you think through and process how you can help create a greater culture of connectivity and community.As always please leave comments for future topics and questions about material already covered by emailing Rick at - RickM@Mannahouse.church
2020-01-07
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 34 - From Disconnected to Leader
In this episode we invite back guest to the program - Justin Wiedenmann. Talking about his journey from being disconnected to stepping into places of leadership and serving in the family of God. How did it happen? What are some things others can learn from hearing his journey?
2019-12-31
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 33 - Groups Saved my life - Justin Wiedenmann talks about groups and Discipleship
Justin Wiedenmann talks about how small groups - community changed his life little by little. Going from being in the church and disconnected to having a wonderful life giving relationship with Jesus.
2019-12-24
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 31 - Stretcher Buddies - Friends to support you when life paralyzes you.
In this episode we invite back our guest Roisin Welsh for another conversation about Discipleship. This time focusing on Five different relationships that are critical to have in your life to keep you healthy and growing. Who are your 5?
2019-12-17
00 min
Growing Faith
Special Holiday Episode - The Holidays and Grief
Rick McClatchey brings in guest Kayla Smith into the Podcast for another episode. In this episode we talk about the topic of Grief in the midst of the Holidays. How to face the Holidays yourself when you are going through grief and some key thoughts on how to help those around you on your dream team or in your small group - to not just survive the Holidays, but to thrive in the middle of them.As always - please send ideas for future episodes to Rickm@mannahouse.churchWe pray this content ministers to...
2019-12-15
00 min
Growing Faith
F.A.I.T.H - Discipleship Grid
In this episode we invite in our guest Roisin Welsh. A native of New Zealand, comes to Mannahouse from Every Nation ministries. She is an expert in all things Discipleship. We are honored to have us join us on this episode as she shares her insights on this grid for discipleship and leadership development.
2019-12-10
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 29 - Walking through Grief - Part 2
In this episode we invite back podcast friend Kayla Smith and we talk through the second part of our discussion on how to minster to people in the journey of grief. Some great resources mentioned in this episode:Grief Support groups in your area - www.griefshare.org Grieving the Loss of Someone You Love: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00LA9FQQ8&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_ndhYDbZ57ETTMCheck out our Bible College - www.portlandbiblecollege.org
2019-12-03
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 28 - Walking through grief - Part 1
In this episode we invite back podcast friend Kayla Smith and we talk through a first part of how to minster to people in the journey of grief. Some great resources mentioned in this episode:Grief Support groups in your area - www.griefshare.org Grieving the Loss of Someone You Love: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00LA9FQQ8&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_ndhYDbZ57ETTMCheck out our Bible College - www.portlandbiblecollege.org
2019-11-26
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 27 - Grow - Go - Sew - Culture of Next Steps in Groups
In this episode Pastors Mark Daniels and Rick McClatchey talk about cultivating a culture of Next Steps (Discipleship) in your group. 3 factors that are crucial are talked about - You gotta grow - You Gotta Go - You Gotta Sew! To give feedback you can contact us at Rickm@mannahouse.church or MarkD@mannahouse.church
2019-11-19
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 26 - Leading a Great Small Group Discussion - What - So What - Now What
In this episode Mark Daniels and Rick McClatchey dive into a simple 3 step format for developing your small group discussions. It is also a format that goes into many other applications of leading people and communicating meaningful content, and stirring people to action.Please Like, Share, and Comment on these episodes and if you have comments, questions, or ideas for future episodes please email us at rickm@mannahouse.church or markd@mannahouse.church Link to Prodigal God by Timothy Kellerhttps://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B0017SYNZM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&re...
2019-11-12
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 25 - Talking about boundaries in ministry!
Here we get another chance to hear from Kayla Smith, a star dream team member at our Rocky Butte Campus. Here she offers insights on how to effectively care for people on your teams by knowing who they are. Developing a culture on your team of honesty for where you are at, are you healthy? Are those that you are leading healthy?Jump in and listen to this great episode!
2019-11-05
00 min
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Episode 24 - The Admin Dream Teamer - What makes them tick?
In this episode we welcome Rocky Butte Campus dream team member, Kayla Smith to the episode to hear first hand how we can care best for our team members that may not be the extrovert, that might be more introverted. I think you will find this episode to be fun, inspiring, and insightful.
2019-10-29
00 min
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Episode 23 - Groups Saved My Life
In this episode we will hear from a friend of the program. His name is Charles (Chuck) Vahsholtz, he attended Mannahouse while he lived in Portland attending Multnomah University pursuing his Masters in Divinity (M. Div). He and his wife currently live in Colorado Springs, CO and he has kicked off a ministry called Praying with Charles which is a Youtube channel and other resources to help people experience the power of Prayer first hand. If you would like more information on that you can go to: https://youtu.be/s_V-5Eza5g0 this is actually a li...
2019-10-22
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 22 - Personal Care Team Part 2
In Part one Mark Daniels talked about WHAT a personal care team is...Now we want to move from the what, to discussing the WHY and then focus a majority of our time on some practical steps to identify the HOW. How do I build my own personal care team?Please send us emails at rickm@mannahouse.church or MarkD@mannahouse.church we would love to hear from you - questions? comments? future episode topics?
2019-10-15
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 21 - Personal Care Team Part 1
In this episode Mark Daniels begins to share why it is so vital for us to intentionally develop a personal care team. God created us to grow - and we don't always grow best all by ourselves. It is so critical that we gather others around us that can speak into our lives.
2019-10-08
00 min
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Episode 20 - 3 Jobs of a Small Group Leader
In this Episode we hear from Pastor Rick on the topic of the simplicity of being a small group leader and that the essence of the responsibility that entails. We firmly believe YOU CAN DO THIS. Take a listen to this episode and allow yourself to be freshly stirred to step out and do this!
2019-10-01
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 19 - Clarity - 3 things to do in a season where you lack clarity
We discuss Clarity in this episode and how important it is to not just have clarity, but how to deal with it when you do not have clarity. How do we handle those kinds of seasons?
2019-09-24
00 min
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Episode 18 - ACLT Session - Reaching the one - Gareth Gilpin
In this episode Gareth Gilpin our Executive Creative Director addresses our All Church Leadership team on the topic of Reaching the one. Are we making room in our schedule to actually connect with people that don't know Jesus? Are we connecting in ways that are genuine and meaningful? Are we actually demonstrating the love of God to others that we have so lavishly received? Take a listen as Gareth delivers this masterful session.
2019-09-17
00 min
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Episode 17 - ACLT Session - Being in the One
In this episode we will be sharing a session from our Summer All Church Leadership retreat where Pastor Marc Estes shares a great word titled "Being in the One." We want to be Drawn, not Driven! Sit down and really take some time to absorb this important and timely word.
2019-09-10
00 min
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Episode 16 - 6 Questions for starting a group - Part 2
This is part 2 of the conversation about the 6 questions that help really clarify what you are doing as a group leader in forming a new group. Jump in and enjoy the conversation!
2019-09-03
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 15 - 6 Questions to help you start a group - Part 1
In this episode Pastor Rick digs into 6 great questions to work through in the process of starting a group that will set you up for greater success as you launch a new group. This is a part one of 2 - take a listen and start processing these questions to help you refine the small group that is in you to lead.
2019-08-27
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 14 - Rick's Group Session at Winter ACLT Retreat
In this session we get to listen in on the Groups session from our All Church Leadership retreat in January 2019. Listen in to be challenged and encouraged.
2019-08-20
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 13 - Worshipping The One - Howard Rachinski
In this episode we will listen to a session from our All Church Leadership Team Summer retreat. Howard Rachinski dives deep into the history of worship in the church. We pray that this content blesses you and strengthens your understanding of worship and the place it has in Church.
2019-08-13
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 12 - 1st 15 Part 2 of 2
2019-08-06
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 11 - 1st 15 Part 1 of 2
In this episode we interview Pastor Mark Jones the Mannahouse Prayer Pastor as he discusses the "Why" of time alone with God. Something that we call the "1st 15."
2019-07-30
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 10 - Caring for One
In this episode we share a session from our Mannahouse All Church Leadership summer retreat. Pastor Mark Daniels very skillfully and personally talks about Caring for One. It requires us to push past our fears and to be vulnerable.
2019-07-23
00 min
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Episode 9 - 4 levels of Group Interaction
2019-07-16
00 min
Growing Faith
Episode 8 - Why Groups?
2019-07-09
00 min
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Episode 7 - Care Expressed - Part 2 of 2
2019-07-02
00 min
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Episode 6 - Care Expressed - Part 1 of 2
2019-06-25
00 min
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Growing Faith Episode 5 - Tools for Small Group Leaders - ESPN
2019-06-18
00 min
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Growing Faith Episode 4 - Receiving Care - from God and from others
2019-06-12
00 min
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Growing Faith - Episode 3 - Your Life is Your Group
2019-06-05
00 min
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Growing Faith Episode 2 - Care - The foundation of everything we do.
2019-05-30
00 min
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Growing Faith Podcast Episode 1 - Introductions
2019-05-22
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