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Last In Line LeadershipEP504 CHURCH PROJECT | JASON SHEPPERD | PASTOR & AUTHORA biblically articulated and applied ecclesiology is happening in churches at a growing rate. Together we are walking out leading in Jesus’ plans for His church, and encouraging each other along the way. Jason Shepperd planted Church Project, a Church of House Churches, in 2010 in The Woodlands, TX. With no people, no place, no money, and no outside support, Church Project started as nothing more than an idea. Since 2010, thousands now gather weekly in local “House Church” communities, and millions of dollars have been directed to gospel-centered ministries. Jason has also started and oversees Church Project Network, House Church Networ...
2025-10-0658 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdHow to Grow Without Losing Your Values // Leadership ConversationsThis episode covers the challenge of scaling leadership and why starting, staying, and sustaining growth each demand different skills. From the early days of casting vision with words, to embedding values into culture through repetition, Jason and Dave unpack how communication shifts as an organization grows. They explore the difference between leading with vision and leading with values, the process of crafting language that sticks, and the conviction required to guard against compromise when outside pressures promise money or influence. This conversation is both a practical guide to scaling leadership and a reminder to protect the convictions that gave...
2025-08-291h 05
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Rest, Rhythms, and the Weight of the CallThis episode covers the unseen side of leadership—the toll it takes, the rhythms that sustain it, and the deep responsibility that comes with leading a local church. Jason unpacks how to build rest into your life without losing momentum, why seasons of ministry require different approaches, and the expectations every leader should place on themselves. Whether you’re a church planter, a ministry leader, or someone carrying influence in any arena, this conversation will help you think long-term about your calling and how to steward it well.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: st...
2025-08-1749 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // The Gospel & The Local ChurchThis episode covers the vital role of the local church in God’s plan, reminding us that while the world prepares us to live against Jesus, we are called to prepare one another to live for Him. From 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10, we see that though full redemption will not come this side of heaven, God has chosen the local church as His primary instrument for gospel work until Christ returns. We are called to gratitude, endurance, and Spirit-filled conviction so that the message of Jesus rings out from our community to the world.Website: jasonshepperd.com Au...
2025-08-1247 min
Man to MenWhat’s Up With House Churches? with Jason ShepperdJared sits down with Jason Shepperd, founder of Church Project, to talk about flipping the church model upside down—in the best way. Jason shares how years of global travel and deep study of Scripture led him to launch a “church of house churches” that puts community, discipleship, and lay leadership front and center. They dig into why he walked away from the traditional church setup, the pushback he’s gotten, and what it looks like when church actually starts to look like the early church. If you’ve ever felt like the modern church is missing something—or wondered how...
2025-07-2858 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Church And The Neighborhood with Peter MutabaziThis episode covers what happens when pastors get honest about their shortcomings, their struggles with comparison, and the temptation to trade conviction for comfort. Jason sits down with Peter Mutabazi — foster dad, leader, and advocate — to talk about why so many churches feel like corporations, why some leaders feel stuck on stage, and how authenticity can rebuild trust in a lonely calling. Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com Good City...
2025-06-2751 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // It Takes A ChurchThis episode covers the journey from rescue to redemption through the lens of Peter Mutabazi’s remarkable story. In this episode of Rethink and Return, Jason and Dave reflect on Peter’s transformation—from a nameless orphan in a gutter to a man fathering dozens through foster care—and how his life vividly illustrates the gospel. They challenge us to move beyond healing into purpose, from survival to sacrifice, and into the kind of selfless living that reflects Jesus. Because true wholeness isn’t the finish line—it’s the launch point. It takes a church. It takes us all.Web...
2025-06-2449 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Staffing and Church Leadership with Jeff Wells PT. 2This episode is a continuation of Jason's conversation with Jeff about church planting. While planting a church is a huge step in the process, Jason and Jeff break down the weight of building a team that loves Jesus and loves the mission of the church. To be part of a church is to be part of the whole church, united in Christ to spread the gospel throughout our city.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network:
2025-06-1326 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Enduring Church Planting with Jeff Wells PT. 1This episode covers the qualities needed to plant a church. Church planting is hard, but not impossible. Having people by your side, resting well, and enduring the struggle are all ways pastors can remain diligent in their pursuit of bringing the gospel to their local community and beyond. Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com Good City: goodcity.org“A Church of House Churches: An Articulated and...
2025-06-0634 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // SufferingThis episode covers the hope and purpose found in suffering. Through the lens of the gospel, we see that pain is never wasted—God uses it to refine us, draw us closer to Him, and reveal His strength in our weakness. Suffering is not the absence of God’s love, but often the place where His presence is most deeply known. In Christ, even our hardest moments are filled with eternal meaning and future glory.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com
2025-06-0354 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Evangelism and Discipleship with Tim HawksThis episode covers the importance of evangelism and discipleship in the church. The local church is a gift, and a local church is about people. But it is a pastor's responsibility to properly equip the church to spread the gospel and make more disciples.// ABOUT TIM HAWKS //Tim Hawks has served as the Lead Pastor of Hill Country Bible Church Austin for over 30 years which, by God’s grace and faithful provision, has formed the Association of Hill Country Churches and planted 39 churches in the Greater Austin area. He has been instrumental in founding and sh...
2025-05-3043 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 4:21-31This episode covers the danger of spiritual ignorance and the burden of trying to earn God's favor through our own efforts. We unpack the contrast between living by the flesh versus living by divine promise, and what it means to be truly free in God's grace and in His covenant. This conversation challenges listeners to consider their spiritual path and let Scripture shape every part of life. Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.c...
2025-05-2849 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // New Testament Discipleship with Bobby HarringtonThis episode covers the importance of returning to the practices of discipleship we see in the New Testament. With so much emphasis these days placed on the size of a church, it is crucial that discipleship be at the center of the church's efforts. Dedicating our time a resources to discipleship will cause a cultural revolution that will help change the trajectory of the modern church.// ABOUT BOBBY HARRINGTON // Bobby Harrington is the co-founder of discipleship.org and the founding and lead pastor of Harpeth Christian Church (19 years). He is the chairman of the board f...
2025-05-2330 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 4:13-20This episode covers the will of God and the reality of life. While we experience hardships and trials, we can live with confidence that God's will can and will be accomplished. It is God's desire that all come to a knowledge of the hope that we have in Jesus. This is the zeal we need to carry out the Gospel in our communities and around the world.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork...
2025-05-201h 00
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 4:1-7This episode covers the power of the gift of salvation. Upon our salvation, God gives us His spirit and makes us heirs of Jesus's inheritance. All of the promises of God have been given to us through salvation in Jesus and we will delight in His promises upon His return.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com Good City: goodcity.org“A Church of House Churches: An...
2025-05-061h 01
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 3:26-29This episode covers sonship and being adopted as sons and daughters of Christ. While everyone is a creation of God, knitted in their mother's womb, the only way to be a child of God is through faith in Jesus Christ. And within the body of Christ, there is no distinction that carries any relevance. Our identity in Christ levels the ground we all stand on.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com
2025-04-2957 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Mark 16:1-8This conversation covers Easter Sunday, where we as a church locally and globally celebrate Jesus's resurrection. The gospel should never get smaller. Rather, we should consistently celebrate and meditate on the mercy and grace of God who sent His son to die and raise from the dead to conquer sin, death, and the grave.Visit goodgodgospel.com to learn more about how to have conversations that can lead toward salvation.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com ...
2025-04-2348 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Mark 15:21-47This episode covers the magnitude of Palm Sunday and the crucifixion of Jesus. God moves people, place, and time to accomplish His plans and we can rest with confidence that God is continuing to draw people near to Himself. Above all, Jesus is better than anything we can pursue on earth.Visit goodgodgospel.com for tools and resources on how you can share the gospel.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork...
2025-04-141h 01
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Calling and CapacityThis episode covers the relationship between calling and capacity in leadership and ministry. The conversation explores how personal limitations, divine timing, and community support shape the ability to respond to God’s call. Helpful insights for discerning what is truly meant to be carried in this season of influence and service.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com Good City: goodcity.org“A Church of House Chur...
2025-04-1154 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 3:1-5This episode covers the difference between unbased confidence and wisdom, highlighting the importance of confidence rooted in Christ’s revelation and the Scriptures. It explores Christ's crucifixion as the intersection of life and death and emphasizes the Holy Spirit’s role in salvation and spiritual growth. The episode stresses staying grounded in Scripture and recognizing the ongoing grace of the Spirit.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com Good City: go...
2025-03-1846 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Axioms for Leadership PT. 2This episode covers the importance of having clear cultural values and axioms to guide an organization. The discussion includes the concept of the "last best thing" and the need to be open to the "next best thing" rather than clinging to the status quo. Additionally, the episode emphasizes the importance of saying "no" until the right "yes" is found, and the value of working hard and resting hard as a leader.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church...
2025-03-1434 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 2:15-21This episode covers the importance of believing solely in Jesus for salvation. To add or take away from the grace that Jesus has given us for salvation is a direct contradiction to the Lordship of Jesus Christ for salvation. Grace is the lens by which we don't continue in sin. Rather, it is a proper understanding of grace that leads us to confession and repentance. Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com
2025-03-0452 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 2:11-14This episode covers the confrontation between Paul and Peter in Galatians 2:11-14, highlighting the tension between truth and fear in leadership. The discussion unpacks the importance of standing firm in the gospel, handling conflict with grace, and resisting the pressure to conform. Join us as we explore how these biblical principles apply to modern faith, leadership, and church community.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com Good City: goodcity...
2025-02-2558 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 1:11-24This episode covers the power of personal revelation in salvation, emphasizing that salvation comes not from human effort or tradition, but from a direct revelation of Jesus Christ. We explore the importance of obedience and sharing the gospel, how being "known" is not the key to kingdom impact, and why personal time alone with God is essential for spiritual growth. Ultimately, we’re reminded that God’s grace calls us to share our transformed lives and influence others through faithfulness and surrender.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have...
2025-02-1145 min
START WITH 7Praying Through Psalms // PSALM 42:6-7Find more daily resources: churchproject.org/daily
2025-02-0507 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 1:6-10This episode covers the purity of the gospel and the danger of adding or adjusting its message. We explore Paul's warning in Galatians 1:6-10 against those who pervert the gospel for the approval of man and its consequences. In a world of confusion, we are reminded to hold firm to the true gospel as the only way to salvation, and to boldly proclaim it without compromise.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com Church Project Network: churchprojectnetwork.com
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Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLeadership Conversations // Sanctification Through LeadershipThis episode covers the sanctification of pastoral leadership, exploring how the pain of leadership shapes and refines a pastor’s character. It discusses the accountability required for growth, the humbling process of public leadership, and how embracing the challenges of ministry can deepen one’s relationship with God and others. The episode emphasizes that through pain, God's grace sustains pastors, empowering them to steward their leadership for the growth of the church and the community.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations Toward Salvation: goodgodgospel.com
2025-01-3137 minSTART WITH 7Praying Through Psalms // PSALM 41:10-13Find more daily resources: churchproject.org/daily
2025-01-2907 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdSermon Conversations // Galatians 1:1-5This episode covers the radical nature of salvation and the central themes of Galatians, highlighting Paul’s passionate defense of the gospel and the power of the Holy Spirit. It explores how God calls and empowers ordinary people for extraordinary purposes, urging believers to embrace their role in the gospel movement and the local church. The episode emphasizes the importance of grace, surrender, and the will of God as essential for true spiritual life and the mission to make disciples.Website: jasonshepperd.com Audio Devotionals: startwith7.com Have Conversations To...
2025-01-2844 minSTART WITH 7Praying Through Psalms // PSALM 41:8-9Find more daily resources: churchproject.org/daily
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2024-11-2107 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdCreating Ministry PartnershipsWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! If you are a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture, then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Rethink and Return Podcast, where Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd talk about creating ministry partnerships. Listen to learn why partnering with different organizations for social impact is important to the church and the community. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd
2024-05-2231 min
Rethink & Return with Jason ShepperdCreating Ministry PartnershipsWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! If you are a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture, then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Rethink and Return Podcast, where Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd talk about creating ministry partnerships. Listen to learn why partnering with different organizations for social impact is important to the church and the community. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd
2024-05-2231 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLarge Corporate GatheringsWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! If you are a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture, then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Rethink and Return Podcast, where Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd talk about large corporate gatherings about building a church of house churches. Listen to know why they are important to Church Project. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd W...
2024-04-1821 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdLarge Corporate GatheringsWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! If you are a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture, then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Rethink and Return Podcast, where Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd talk about large corporate gatherings about building a church of house churches. Listen to know why they are important to Church Project. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd W...
2024-04-1821 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdDeveloping a House Church PastorWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Return and Return Podcast, where Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the development of becoming a house church pastor. Discover how Jason and his team at Church Project effectively identify, care for, and shepherd house pastors within their church of house churches. Stay connected with us...
2024-03-0627 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdDeveloping a House Church PastorWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Return and Return Podcast, where Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the development of becoming a house church pastor. Discover how Jason and his team at Church Project effectively identify, care for, and shepherd house pastors within their church of house churches. Stay connected with us...
2024-03-0627 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdHouse Church FrameworkWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd have a conversation about a house church framework. Hear about the foundations that have been core to Church Project building a church of house churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd
2024-02-2145 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdHouse Church FrameworkWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Then this podcast episode is for you! Join us in the latest episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd have a conversation about a house church framework. Hear about the foundations that have been core to Church Project building a church of house churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd
2024-02-2145 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdDistributed LeadershipWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and Scripture? Join us in the latest episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the concept of distributed leadership and how we can lean into the priesthood of the believer within our churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd Website: www.jasonshepperd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jaso...
2024-02-0725 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdDistributed LeadershipWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and Scripture? Join us in the latest episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the concept of distributed leadership and how we can lean into the priesthood of the believer within our churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd Website: www.jasonshepperd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jaso...
2024-02-0725 min
The Disciple Maker‘s PodcastJason Shepperd’s Disciple Making ModelHighlight – “Everything Jesus did was Discipleship.”
In today’s episode, Jason Shepherd discusses his revolutionary approach to Church Projects, a movement that started in 2010. He emphasizes the importance of distributing pastoral leadership, decentralizing church gatherings, and fostering diverse discipleship communities grounded in shared scripture. He also discusses the function of house churches and how they enrich the church community. Furthermore, he provides practical tips for managing kids within a house church setting and fostering powerful church growth. The discussion is tied together with a focus on aligning all church activities with Biblical teachings, values, and examples.
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2024-02-0543 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdA House of House ChurchesAre you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Then this podcast episode is for you! Welcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast with Jason Shepperd! Join us in the newest episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd talk about the concept of “A Church of House Churches.” Learn how Jason rediscovered what the church was intended to be and how he is applying Jesus’ original plan for His Church. Prefer to listen to this podcast? You can...
2024-01-2630 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdA House of House ChurchesAre you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Then this podcast episode is for you! Welcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast with Jason Shepperd! Join us in the newest episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd talk about the concept of “A Church of House Churches.” Learn how Jason rediscovered what the church was intended to be and how he is applying Jesus’ original plan for His Church. Prefer to listen to this podcast? You can...
2024-01-2630 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdArticulating Your EcclesiologyWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to rethink and return pastoral leadership that is rooted in scripture and the early church? Join us in this episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the foundations of Church Project and discuss reshaping the way pastors should consider becoming a church of house churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd Website: www.jasonshepperd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jas...
2024-01-1033 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdArticulating Your EcclesiologyWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to rethink and return pastoral leadership that is rooted in scripture and the early church? Join us in this episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the foundations of Church Project and discuss reshaping the way pastors should consider becoming a church of house churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd Website: www.jasonshepperd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jas...
2024-01-1033 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdThe Church Project StoryWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of a pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Join us in the first episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the foundations of Church Project and discuss reshaping the way pastors should consider becoming a church of house churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd Website: www.jasonshepperd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jason_sh...
2024-01-0428 minRethink & Return with Jason ShepperdThe Church Project StoryWelcome to the Rethink and Return Podcast! Are you a church leader looking to redefine the essence of a pastoral leadership rooted in the early church and scripture? Join us in the first episode of the Return and Return Podcast as Nils Smith and Jason Shepperd discuss the foundations of Church Project and discuss reshaping the way pastors should consider becoming a church of house churches. Stay connected with us through the links below. Jason Shepperd Website: www.jasonshepperd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jason_sh...
2024-01-0428 min
The Ralph Moore PodcastJason Shepperd/Church Project - Update (Part 2)Jason Shepperd left a prevailing model mega-church to plant Church Project 13 years ago.Beginning with 40 people, the group now numbers more than 4,000 showing up on weekends. Much to Jason’s chagrin, the weekend numbers are overwhelming. Overwhelming in that this is a gathering of house churches, not a weekend event. The weekends are designed to serve the house churches where the real stuff happens. The influx of weekend attendees presents problems that take time and effort to overcome by more rapid multiplication.You could say that Church Project is...
2023-03-1024 min
The Ralph Moore PodcastJason Shepperd/Church Project - UpdateJason Shepperd left a prevailing model mega-church to plant Church Project 13 years ago. Beginning with 40 people, the group now numbers more than 4,000 showing up on weekends. Much to Jason’s chagrin, the weekend numbers are overwhelming. Overwhelming in that this is a gathering of house churches, not a weekend event. The weekends are designed to serve the house churches where the real stuff happens. The influx of weekend attendees presents problems that take time and effort to overcome by more rapid multiplication.You could say that Church Project is...
2023-03-0323 min
The Church Digital PodcastEP197: Jason Shepperd & Building a Microchurch NetworkToday we're not going to be talking much about technology. In fact, it doesn't come up at all. Today we're going to be focusing on more of leadership, the networking, the relationship aspects. The Digital Church Network will be launching in 2022, but to pave the road we needed to have some conversation to learn more about what church networks can look like.
Enter in Jason Shepperd, with House Church Network. As Founder of the House Church Network (in Texas), Jason has created a microchurch movement here in America that is empowering individuals on personal mission.
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2022-01-0355 min