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Ministry & Mental Health PodcastEp 008 - Mental Health in Small Communities: A Conversation with Katy AngelIn this episode, join us for a heartfelt conversation with Katy Angel, a dedicated mental health professional serving a small, rural community for over a decade. We delve into the unique challenges faced in the school system, the struggles of rural communities, the barriers to trust, and explore how churches can play a vital role in responding to mental health needs.Key Highlights:Challenges in Schools:Katy Angel shares insights into the unique challenges of supporting children's mental health in the school system.Struggles of Rural Communities:Explore the specific difficulties faced in mental health care within...
2024-02-0523 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 007 - Stigma & The Church: A Conversation with Kyle KnarrJoin us in this enlightening episode of the podcast as we dive into a candid conversation with Kyle Knarr. With degrees in ministry and counseling, Kyle brings a unique perspective on mental health in both the ministry and educational realms. In this episode, we unravel the harmful stigma associated with mental health in religious communities and discuss actionable steps for pastors navigating mental health challenges. Key Highlights:Stigma in Ministry:Kyle Knarr sheds light on the stigma surrounding mental health in religious contexts.Explore the consequences of associating mental health with sin issues.Harmful Misconceptions:Understand why labeling mental...
2024-01-2233 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 006 - Navigating Bipolar Disorder in Ministry: An Interview with Tony RobertsIn this episode of the Ministry & Mental Health podcast, join us for an insightful conversation with Tony Roberts. Tony, an experienced author and ministry leader, openly shares his journey with bipolar disorder since his teenage years. As the founder of Delight in Disorder ministries, he provides unique perspectives on embracing mental health within the context of ministry. Key Highlights:Life Experience with Bipolar Disorder:Tony Roberts shares personal insights into living with bipolar disorder.Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs he has faced over the decades.Ministry Recommendations:Explore Tony's recommendations for addressing mental health within...
2024-01-0836 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 005 - Playing Hurt: An Interview with John RussellIn this episode of the Ministry and Mental Health Podcast, we delve into the challenging yet crucial topic of "Playing Hurt" in ministry. Join host [Your Name] in an insightful conversation with long-time pastor, John Russell.Key Takeaways:Resilience Amidst Trauma: Pastor John Russell shares profound insights on navigating ministry in the midst of traumatic situations. Discover strategies to play hurt while maintaining resilience.Hurdle or Wall: Unpack the wisdom of facing obstacles in ministry. "The obstacle you are facing may be a hurdle or a wall. The only way to figure it out is to take a run...
2023-12-2640 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 004 - Caring for the ENTIRE Ministry Family - an Interview With Linda KlineIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of ministry care with Linda Kline from Psalm One Ministries (psalmone.org). Our conversation explores the crucial concept of soul care, the importance of personal authenticity, and the transformative power of allowing God to work through us in ministry. We also touch on healthy life cycles, and the often overlooked care for pastors' wives, and share a cringe-worthy "that really happened" segment.LINKS:Psalm One: https://psalmone.orgThe Caregivers Forum: https://www.caregiversforum.org/Mark Messmore: https://MarkMessmore.comTo contact the show, or to submit a story for "...
2023-12-1135 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 003 - 5 Ways for Churches to Support Their Pastor Who Struggle With Mental HealthIntroduction: Welcome back to The Ministry and Mental Health Podcast, where we dive deep into the spiritual and emotional challenges of ministry. In today's episode, we're drawing insights from a blog post that sheds light on the valuable lessons we can learn from failures. Join us as we explore ways to support pastors facing mental health struggles.Segment 1: Recognizing Mental Health as a Legitimate StruggleThe adage "You learn more from your failures than your successes."Acknowledging mental health struggles as real and impactful.Importance of recognizing the physical symptoms connected to mental health challenges.Segment 2: Seeing...
2023-12-0427 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 002 - 5 Messages for Pastors Who Struggle With Their Mental HealthIn a candid conversation, Mark Messmore offers insights from his personal journey of wrestling with mental health issues. Tune in as he conveys five powerful messages to fellow pastors who may be navigating similar challenges.The full blog post can be viewed here: 5 Messages to Pastors Struggling with Mental HealthIf you have recommended topics or have a story for the "Yes, that really happened..." segment, contact Mark by emailing Mark@MarkMessmore.com
2023-11-2725 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 001 - Feeling "Stalled" in Ministry - An Interview with Dale SellersHave you ever felt like a failure in ministry? Or maybe you felt like you should be further along than you are by now?In this week's episode, we are joined by Dale Sellers, Executive Director of the 95 Network, and author of the book Stalled. Here, Dale and Mark have a conversation about some of the struggles of ministry and how Dale responded when he felt like he should be further along than he was.To learn more about the 95 Network, visit 95Network.org. To order Dale's book, Stalled, click...
2023-11-2033 minMinistry & Mental Health PodcastEp 000 - What is the Ministry and Mental Health Podcast?What is this podcast?In this episode, host Mark Messmore discusses his reasoning for starting a podcast, particularly one about ministry and mental health. For more information, contact Mark@MarkMessmore.com or visit MarkMessmore.com.
2023-11-2005 min
A Day in the Life RadioA Day in the Life- Public Speaking with Mark MessmoreThank you for joining us for another episode of A Day in the Life Radio with your host, Robin Webster! Today, Robin is joined by Mark Messmore, Pastor at the Mount Olivet Christian Church. Tune in to listen to how young Mark started speaking in front of others, and how he can help you improve your public speaking skills!
2023-05-1324 min
Around The BiblePreachingJosh sits down with Pastor Mark Messmore from Mt. Olivet Christian Church to discuss preaching. Mark has just written a new book entitled Simple Preaching Prep: A guide to finish your first sermon and flourish beyond. You can find the book on Amazon if you are interested in checking it out.
2022-09-121h 08Around The BibleAll About Books!Pastor Josh sits down with Pastor Mark Messmore from Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown, KY. This episode is all about Books that we have read and are currently reading. Here are the books listed in the episode by category:Life Changing: 1. Prodigal God By: Tim Keller2. Radical By: David PlattMinistry Changing:1. To Busy Not To Pray By: Bill Hybels2. When Work and Family Collide By: Andy Stanley3. Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes By: Kenneth BaileyGroup Study1. Discipleship Essentials By: Greg Ogden2. Saved...
2022-07-1147 min
The KOG Entrepreneur ShowHow to Preach a Sermon - Author Mark Messmore - The KOG Entrepreneur Show - Ep. 75In this 75th episode of The Kingdom of God Entrepreneur Show, Mark Messmore joins Steven Harris to discuss his book "Simple Preaching Prep". In this interview Messmore talks about his love for preaching and his inspiration to give a simple text for the average parishioner to be able to understand and apply the practical principles. He went from loving preaching to wanting to give the others a chance to preach and grow in the art of it. This is a nice discussion between Messmore and Harris who are both preachers and entrepreneurs, and they share stories of their journey's...
2022-05-0932 min
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The 95 Podcast: Conversations for Small-Church PastorsA Model For Preaching: Easy Steps To Delivering A Great Message (w/ Mark Messmore) - Episode 126Mark Messmore has a passion for teaching and preaching. He also has a passion for teaching people how to preach! In his early 20s, God began showing him the need for a simple, easy-to-follow model for people learning how to prepare and present a sermon. He thought his ideas would eventually end up in a university-level classroom, but it turns out that the Lord had other plans. He recently released his book, Simple Preaching Prep, to help train leaders in the church—whether as Sunday School teachers, youth group volunteers, or pastors—to deliver compelling messages. In today’s episode, we’re d...
2022-04-2650 min
The 95 Podcast: Conversations for Small-Church PastorsA Model For Preaching: Easy Steps To Delivering A Great Message (w/ Mark Messmore) - Episode 126Mark Messmore has a passion for teaching and preaching. He also has a passion for teaching people how to preach! In his early 20s, God began showing him the need for a simple, easy-to-follow model for people learning how to prepare and present a sermon. He thought his ideas would eventually end up in a university-level classroom, but it turns out that the Lord had other plans. He recently released his book, Simple Preaching Prep, to help train leaders in the church—whether as Sunday School teachers, youth group volunteers, or pastors—to deliver compelling messages. In today...
2022-04-2650 min
Coaching For Pastors - Daily Coaching, Encouragement, and Support for PastorsWeekend Edition 03 - Pastoral Ups & Downs with Mark Messmore and Scott DalenOn this weekend's edition of the podcast Scott Dalen from Underwood Lutheran Church in Southwest IA joins Mark Messmore from Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown KY to talk with Jeff about their ministries, the highs and the lows, and the most important lessons from both.Scott is "your friendly Internet pastor", so check him out on YouTube!Mark can be found at MarkMessmore.com - so check him out there!Get quick coaching and encouragement Monday through Friday from Jeff on this podcast - about 8 minutes...
2022-04-2352 min
200churches Podcast: Ministry Encouragement for Pastors of Small ChurchesEpisode 377 - Can Depression and Ministry Co-Exist? With Mark MessmoreMark Messmore is the lead pastor of Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown KY. Mark talks with Jeff and Jonny about his adventures in ministry - like writing a book on preaching titled Simple Preaching Prep - A guide to finish your first sermon and flourish beyond, and also dueling with the challenges of ministry and personal life.Mark shares openly from a very vulnerable place, in a way that connects others to him through weakness and not strength. This episode is going to encourage everyone who has ever struggled through the challenges...
2022-04-2053 minAround The BibleWhich English translation of the Bible should I use?Pastor Josh sits down with Mark Messmore the Pastor at Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown, KY. On this episode they discuss modern English translations and the differences. This conversation was unscripted which means it is raw and authentic. We hope you enjoy it!
2021-02-2548 minAround The BibleHow did we get the Bible?Pastor Josh sits down with Pastor Mark Messmore of Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown, KY. They discuss the canon of scripture and how the Bible you have is reliable! Hope you enjoy todays conversation.
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