Breakthru Churches Podcast

This episode focuses on why churches need to help outsiders feel like they belong. Chris and Justin talk with Jasper Peter, pastor of Belong Church about his passion to help people feel like the church is a place for them.

In this special episode Chris & Justin discuss the key areas of focus in order to create a Christmas Eve Service that truly connects to the hearts and needs of guests. Do you need more spectacle or do you need to know what will make lasting impact on a persons life? It is the goal of this special episode to encourage and energize pastors around the world to make this year your best Christmas Eve Service ever!

Episode 5 focuses on churches and leaders leveraging the power of story to make a positive impact on the lives of people. Chris and Justin share some stories that have impacted their lives, and Chris talks with Sean Warren, President of Relentless Inc. The mission of Relentless is to tell stories, and Sean shares how story can change peoples lives, and how churches can better leverage the power of story.

Chris & Justin talk about being in the spirit of thanksgiving, and discuss why it is so difficult for church leaders to partner with other church leaders. Chris interviews Dave Runyon, author of The Art of Neighboring and founder of Citi Unite Ministry about how churches and church leaders can partner with one another.

In Episode 003, Chris and Justin meet with Andrew Arndt, the pastor of Bloom Church of Denver. Andrew shares about the WHY of Bloom and how they have a unique focus on blending a traditional liturgy with a charismatic background. We also talk about WHY each church service should have multiple ways to connect people to Jesus.

In Episode 002, Chris talks with Jeff Caliguire, the author of The Habits of Hope and talk about the downside of not being connected to your call and how to change your life to connect to your passion. Justin & Chris discuss how tough pastoral ministry can be during the holiday season when you feel disconnected from your ministry.

In the premier episode Chris talks with Jim Candy and Bill Stephens, the co-pastors of Ascent Community Church in Boulder County, CO. In just under three years, Jim & Bill have gone from new launch to nearly 1,000 attendees a weekend. They share their experience in leading, and the challenges of pastoring in a very post church context. Chris & Justin talk about WHY it's so important for a church to know and pursue its unique WHY.

Introduction to The WHYCollective Podcast, and its hosts Chris Adams and Justin Bullis. The vision of this podcast is shared, describing WHY this podcast is here and what to expect in each episode.