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Small Town Pastor Podcast42. Daniel Baker (part 1)HE HEARD JESUS SAY, “GO MAKE DISCIPLES!” Today, we're joined by Daniel Baker, who is the pastor of Lighthouse Christian Church in Seaside, Oregon. In this episode, Daniel talks about his journey to faith and his path to ministry.
You can reach Daniel at daniel@lighthouseofhope.org
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2026-02-0635 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast41. Erik Neilson (2 Timothy 2:1-7)Thanks to our friends at www.9centcopies.com for sponsoring this episode.
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2026-01-3038 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast40. Erik Neilson - Ephesians 5(3-20)"THE THEOLOGICALLY IMPORTANT TOPIC OF TURKEY BACON"
Today, Erik Neilson shares a message from Ephesians 5:3-20.
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2026-01-2338 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast39. Pam Walker (part 2)“I CANNOT HEAR THE BREAD OF LIFE WHEN I HAVE NO BREAD IN MY STOMACH.” Today, we're joined again by my long-time friend Pam Walker. Pam is a missionary who trains people in trauma care, community development, discipleship, and church planting. Today, Pam talks about her ministry in Rwanda and the new organization she has started called "Hope Ministries." If you or your church would like to get in contact with Pam, contact us at thesmalltownnetwork@gmail.com
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2026-01-1643 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast38. Pam Walker (part 1)“THEY WERE PRAYING FOR PEOPLE THAT NO ONE ELSE WANTED.” Today, we're joined by my long-time friend Pam Walker. Pam is a missionary who trains people in trauma care, community development, discipleship, and church planting. In this episode, Pam talks about her journey from childhood, through addiction, and eventually to faith in Jesus. If you or your church would like to get in contact with Pam, contact us at thesmalltownnetwork@gmail.com
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2026-01-0931 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast37. Kyle Bueermann (part 2)“IN RURAL MINISTRY, IT’S EASY TO THINK YOU’RE ON THE B-TEAM.” We're joined again by Dr. Kyle Bueermann. Kyle shares about his work as a Rural Specialist with the North American Mission Board. He also shares additional thoughts about the article he wrote for Lifeway. Read the article here: https://research.lifeway.com/2025/10/30/what-is-a-rural-church/?omhide=true&emid=om:em:251030%7Csub%7Cna%7Cresearch%7Cinsights%7C2500800%7Cthursday:20251030:na&utm_campaign=fy26_research_general_insights-newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=subscription_2500800_20251030&
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2026-01-0936 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast36. Kyle Bueermann (part 1)“I WAS COMPLETELY UNINTERESTED IN BEING A SENIOR PASTOR.” Today we're joined by Dr. Kyle Bueermann who works as a Rural Specialist with the North American Mission Board. Kyle talks about growing up in a small town Texas church, and the beginnings of his journey into ministry. For more about Kyle visit https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/ or https://www.pastorkb.com/
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2026-01-0338 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast35. Cody Cade (part 2)“IS CHRISTIANITY THE CULT OF BEING NICE?” We're joined again by Cody Cade, the pastor of Timber Hill Christian Church in McMinnville, OR. Cody talks about the struggles to plant a new church during Covid-19. We also discuss Cody's thoughts on American Christianity becoming the "cult of nice". For more about Cody visit www.timberhill.cc
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2025-12-2637 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast34. Cody Cade (part 1)"THERE WAS SOMETHING OUTSIDE THE NOTHING." Today we're joined by Cody Cade, the pastor of Timber Hill Christian Church in McMinnville, OR. Cody shares about his childhood, his journey from atheist to disciple, to pastor. For more about Cody visit www.timberhill.cc
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2025-12-2033 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast33. Brad Roth (part 2)"FLYOVER CHURCH!" We're joined today by pastor and author Brad Roth. He has served in rural communities in South America, Eastern Washington, and now Kansas. For more about Brad, visit his website at www.doxologyproject.com
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2025-12-0535 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast32. Brad Roth (part 1)"I WAS THE FARM BOY THAT WANTED TO GET OFF THE FARM!" We're joined today by pastor and author Brad Roth. He has served in rural communities in South America, Eastern Washington, and now Kansas. For more about Brad, visit his website at www.doxologyproject.com
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2025-11-2836 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast31. Ben Williams (part 2)In today's episode, we are joined again by Professor Ben Williams, who is now the pastor of Canyon Springs Christian Church in Middleton, Idaho. Ben shares what it's like to start pastoring again in a small town. We cover things like discipleship, culture change, leadership, and going local!
For more about Canyon Springs Christian Church, visit: https://www.canyonspringschristian.com
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2025-11-2130 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast30. Ben Williams (part 1)In today's episode, we are joined by Professor Ben Williams, who is now the pastor of Canyon Springs Christian Church in Middleton, Idaho. Ben talks about growing up in a pastor's home in small Midwest towns and his journey from church ministry to academics and now back to church ministry!
For more about Canyon Springs Christian Church, visit: https://www.canyonspringschristian.com
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2025-11-1435 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast29. Nick Duffel (part 2)HIS FRIEND HAD A DREAM ABOUT HIM CHURCH PLANTING! Today, we're joined again by our friend Nick Duffel, pastor of Evergreen Church in Boise, Idaho. In this episode, Nick talks about his new adventures in church planting. Shout out to Hill City Church for their commitment to church planting!
For more about Evergreen Church visit: https://www.evergreenboise.org
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2025-10-1839 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast28. Nick Duffel (part 1)I CHEWED HIM OUT AT CAMP! Today, we're joined by our friend Nick Duffel, pastor of Evergreen Church in Boise, Idaho. In this episode, Nick shares about his family, his pathway to discipleship, and the ministry journey that led him to church planting. For more about Evergreen Church visit: https://www.evergreenboise.org
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2025-10-1033 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast27. Mario Romero (part 2)WHAT IS A MICRO CHURCH? Today, we're rejoined by Mario Romero, pastor of the United Church in Caldwell, ID. In this episode, Mario talks about his micro church movement in Caldwell, ID.
For more about United Church visit https://www.weareunited.church
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2025-10-0334 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast26. Mario Romero (part 1)FREE TO FAIL! Today, we're joined by Mario Romero, pastor of the United Church in Caldwell, ID. In this episode, Mario talks about his journey from Catholicism, the Marine Corps, to marriage, fatherhood, faith, and ministry! For more about United Church visit https://www.weareunited.church
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2025-09-2635 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast25. Will Ritter - Renew (pt 2)"I DON'T CARE ABOUT COFFEE!" Today we're joined again by Will Ritter, who is the pastor of Renew, which also happens to be a fantastic coffee shop. Will tells the story of Renew and talks about being a church planting pastor in a small town. For about Renew, find them online at www.renewchurches.com
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2025-09-1941 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast24. Will Ritter - Renew (pt 1)"THE ACRONYM DOESN'T MATCH...THERE'S A STORY!" Today we're joined by my good friend Will Ritter, who is the pastor of Renew, which also happens to be a fantastic coffee shop. Located in Jerome, Idaho, Will talks about his journey to church planting with ECO (Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians). For about Renew, find them online at www.renewchurches.com
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2025-09-1231 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast23. Jim Frech - Countryside Christian Church (pt 2)A CHURCH OF 160 IN A TOWN OF 120! We're joined again by Pastor Jim Frech of the Countryside Christian Church in Pittsburg, Kansas! (The home of the Pitt State Gorillas!) In this second half, Jim shares about ministry in the small town of Galesburg, Kansas, population 120. If you have ever considered pastoral ministry or church planting in a small town, you need to listen to this. For more information about Countryside Christian Church, visit www.cccpitt.org
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2025-09-0533 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast22. Jim Frech - Countryside Christian Church (pt 1)"THE NACHO LADY MADE A DIFFERENCE IN MY LIFE!" We're joined today by Pastor Jim Frech of the Countryside Christian Church in Pittsburg, Kansas! (The home of the Pitt State Gorillas!) Jim shares his upbringing in a broken home, his longing for community, and his reluctance to become a pastor. Many faithful people had a hand in discipling Jim in the ways of King Jesus, and he's now paying that forward in his pastoral ministry. For more information about Countryside Christian Church, visit www.cccpitt.org
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2025-08-2936 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast21. Cody Ballard - High Plains Christian ChurchHE'S A PASTOR AND A YOUTUBE GURU! Cody Ballard is the associate pastor of High Plains Christian Church in Twin Falls, Idaho. He talks with us about his journey from megachurch to small-town ministry. We also discuss doing bi-vocational ministry, and his church's focus on discipleship. Check out Cody's website at https://www.skool.com/codyballard
2025-08-1549 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast20. Chris Goetz - First Christian Church, Garnett, Kansas (pt 2)"I DON'T WANT TO LEAVE GARNETT, KS!" Chris Goetz is the pastor of First Christian Church in Garnett, KS. In this episode, Chris shares about some of the joys and struggles of ministry in small towns. For more information, visit https://fccgarnett.org/
2025-08-0837 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast17. Matthew Anderson (pt 1)FROM BULL RIDER TO CHURCH PLANTER! Today, Matthew Anderson talks about growing up on a ranch, riding bulls, catching bass, and being changed by the gospel! Matthew is the pastor of Utah Valley Church in Spanish Fork, Utah, and the director of Plant Utah. Check them out online at www.plantutah.com
2025-08-0447 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast19. Chris Goetz - First Christian Church, Garnett, Kansas (pt 1)GOD SAVED HIM FROM BECOMING AN OSU BEAVER! Chris Goetz is the pastor of First Christian Church in Garnett, KS. In this episode, Chris shares about his journey to faith and ministry in small-town USA. For more information visit https://fccgarnett.org/
2025-08-0126 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast18. Matthew Anderson - Plant Utah (pt 2)THE MONEY IS GOING TO RUN OUT! WE'VE GOT TO CUT THE ASSOCIATE PASTOR'S SALARY! In this second interview with Matthew Anderson, he discusses their prayer-fueled vision of church planting among Mormons in Utah. Matthew is the pastor of Utah Valley Church in Spanish Fork, Utah, and the director of Plant Utah. Check them out online at www.plantutah.com
2025-07-1845 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast16. Sean Thome - Expand Network (pt 2)THE APES HAVE LEFT THE BUILDING TO START NON-PROFITS??? We're joined again by Sean Thome from the Expand Network. In this episode, we discuss our shared vision of kingdom expansion and the necessary spirit of cooperation between networks. For more information visit https://expandnw.org/
2025-07-0441 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast15. Sean Thome - Expand Network (pt 1)IS 48 DEGREE WATER GOOD FOR SURFING? Today, we are joined by longtime friend Sean Thome of the Expand Network. Sean talks about finding Christ in his teens and being able to start making disciples as a student. We also talk about Sean's experience in church planting, and begin the conversation about his work with the Expand Network. Be sure to tune in for the next episode where we discuss our shared vision of kingdom expansion and the necessary spirit of cooperation between networks. For more information visit https://expandnw.org/
2025-06-2741 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast14. Patrick Bradley - Passion 4 Planting (pt 2)HE CALLED ME A REPEAT OFFENDER! We are happy to welcome back Patrick Bradley to the podcast. In this episode, Patrick shares about his work with P4P and Renew Movement. We also get into assessments, bootcamps, residencies, and project management. For more information, visit www.church-planting.net
2025-06-2039 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast13. Patrick Bradley - Passion 4 Planting (pt 1)HIS CHURCH PLANTING JOURNEY STARTED AT 10 YEARS OLD! We are happy to welcome our good friend Patrick Bradley to the podcast. Patrick is the director of Passion 4 Planting and he shares his journey to faith, church planting, and project management. Be sure and catch episode 14 where Patrick shares in greater detail about his work with P4P and Renew Movement. For more information visit www.church-planting.net
2025-06-1335 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast12. Toney Salva - Evergreen Network (pt 2)Toney Salva is the director of the Evergreen Network church planting group, based near Seattle, Washington. In today's episode, Toney shares his testimony and talks about insights into church planting trends, bi-vocational pastors, etc. Learn more about the Evergreen Network at evergreen.network
2025-05-3045 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast11. Toney Salva - Evergreen Network (pt 1)Toney Salva is the director of the church planting group called Evergreen Network, based near Seattle, Washington. In today's episode Toney tells his testimony and about his journey toward church planting. you can learn more about the Evergreen Network at evergreen.network
2025-05-2334 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast10. Ben Bauman - Dallas Church (pt 2)Pastor Ben Bauman from Dallas Church joins the podcast. Ben is a pastor, musician, and church planter. You can find his church at dallaschurch.org
2025-05-1640 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast9. Ben Bauman - Dallas Church (pt 1)Pastor Ben Bauman from Dallas Church joins the podcast. Ben is a pastor, musician, and church planter. You can find his church at dallaschurch.org
2025-05-0934 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast8. Small Town PlantersIn this episode, we talk with our first three planters about the Small Town Network.
2025-05-0226 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast7. Evan Barry - Small Town PlanterJoin us this episode as we talk to Small Town Network's very first church planter. Evan Barry is the pastor of Draw Near Church near Winchester, TN. For more about this project visit www.drawneartoday.com
2025-04-2527 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast6. Marcelino Canuas - Small Town PlanterMarcelino Canuas is the pastor of a new church forming in Flagstaff, AZ, and is the third church planter to work with Small Town Network. Northern Pines Christian Church is set to launch in 2026. For more information, visit www.northernpines.cc
2025-04-1832 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast5. John Kelley - Small Town PlanterJohn Kelley is the pastor of a new church forming in Jerome, ID, and is the second church planter to work with Small Town Network . High Desert Christian Church is to launch in October 2025. For more information, visit highdesert.cc
2025-04-1135 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast4. Dr. John Whittaker - DiscipleshipDr. John Whittaker joins us again for a discussion about discipleship. What is a disciple? How do we know we made one? Visit John's podcast https://listenerscommentary.com for audio commentary on the New Testament.
2025-03-2834 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast3. Dr. John Whittaker - The Listener's CommentaryDr. John Whittaker joins the show to talk about his ministry path and the origins of the Listener's Commentary. Visit https://listenerscommentary.com for audio commentary on the New Testament.
2025-03-2133 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast2. Erik Neilson - High Plains Christian Church/Small Town NetworkIn our second episode, Tony interviews Erik about his church plant and the creation of the Small Town Network.
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2025-03-1445 minSmall Town Pastor Podcast1. Tony Coulombe - Warrenton Christian ChurchOur very first episode features Erik Neilson and cohost Tony Coulombe. Tony talks about his journey to Bible College, Louisiana, Japan and back to his home church in Warrenton, OR. Listen as Tony shares about how their small-town church is ministering in two separate towns.
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2025-03-0834 min