elevate
A CONFERENCE FOR THE WHOLE CHURCH STAFF
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The Elevate Podcast is all about equipping church staff and leaders to grow, lead, and elevate their ministry to new heights. Whether you’re navigating worship planning, discipleship strategies, or outreach efforts, this podcast is your space to sharpen your skills and deepen your impact for the Gospel.
Each episode features honest conversations, practical tools, and insights from experienced leaders in ministry and beyond. Hosted by ministers from Brentwood Baptist Church, we explore topics that matter to church teams everywhere, helping you lead with clarity, purpose, and passion.
recent episodes
Preaching the Whole Gospel to the Whole Church: Balancing Theology and Accessibility
Explore how student mission trips can spark lifelong discipleship and calling in this episode on building a missional student ministry that lasts.
Mobilizing the Next Generation: How Student Missions Shape Lifelong Discipleship
Explore how student mission trips can spark lifelong discipleship and calling in this episode on building a missional student ministry that lasts.
Transition Without Tension: A Roadmap for Passing the Pastoral Baton
How do you navigate a healthy pastoral transition? Mike Glenn and Jay Strother share what worked—and what didn’t—in this candid conversation on succession.
How to Start and Grow a Special Needs Ministry That Welcomes Every Family
Learn how to start and grow a church-based special needs ministry that welcomes every family and creates space for every person to belong and serve.
Shepherd & Supervisor: Leading with Care and Clarity
Learn how to lead your church staff with both compassion and clarity—without losing your shepherd’s heart.
Beyond Greeters: How Connections Ministry Disciples Your Church
Discover how a healthy connections ministry moves people from attending to belonging—and why it’s the first step in real discipleship.
The Sound of Discipleship: What Your Worship Set Is Teaching
Learn how to build a singing church with a healthy worship song diet. Nic Gonzales, Travis Cottrell, and Luke Roman share strategies.
Rethinking Women’s Ministry: From Events to Intentional Discipleship
Explore how Amy-Jo Girardier and Oksana Field are building discipleship-driven women’s ministries through mentoring, prayer, and authentic community.
Navigating Parenthood: How Churches Can Support New and Expectant Parents
Discover how the Elevate Podcast equips new parents to be spiritual leaders, featuring lessons on parenting with guests Renee Blain, Amy Keys and Todd Villemont.
AI Tools for Ministry: What to Use, What to Avoid, and What’s Next
Discover how church leaders can use AI tools wisely—from writing help to admin support—while keeping discipleship personal and people-focused.