Mission Northwest Podcast

Episode 10, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, Wes interviews Kira Smith from Kent FBC in Kent, WA, Dylan McElreath from Grace Church in Chehalis, WA, and Hua Ming Newman from Palouse Federated Church in Palouse, WA. We talk about what youth leaders want their Senior leaders to know, the barriers they face when sharing the gospel with unchurched youth, and what God is teaching them in this season of their lives. You can find more about each leader at their respective websites:Kira - https://www.kentfirstbaptist.org/youth-ministry/Dylan - https://www.gracechehalis.com/ministries/studentministries/Hua Ming - https://palousechurch.org/youth-ministries/***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey at corey@missionnw.org

Episode 9, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, Wes Henry interviews Chris Chanco-Harrell and Noël Tsoukalas from Sea Change Church Worship Team in La Jolla, CA.Live from the Ascent Summit in Falls Church, VA. Quick spot interviews of Mission Northwest Pastors. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey at corey@missionnw.org

Episode 8, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, Wes Henry interviews Kevin Olivarez from Blackfoot ID, Tyrone Garay from Everett, WA, and Jose Lopez from Puyallup, WA.Live from the Ascent Summit in Falls Church, VA. Quick spot interviews of Mission Northwest Pastors. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey at corey@missionnw.org

Episode 7, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, Corey interviews our Podcast Host, Wesley Henry. Wesley has been in ministry for over 25 years, and in addition to being the Host of Mission Northwest Podcast, he is also a certified Church Answers Consultant. Corey and Wes talk about Wes's Church Answers experience and how he is able to help out churches in need of revitalization.You can reach Wes at wes@hopechurchnw.com or @iamweshenry on all social platforms. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey at corey@missionnw.org

Episode 6, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, we introduce you to Adam Gustafson. Mission Northwest's Church Resource Manager and Bookkeeper. Adam is a man of many talents and skills, and through Mission Northwest, your church can access Adam's wealth of knowledge and skill. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org

Episode 5, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, we speak with Will Haag about MannaFest and his ministry in Cle Elum, WA. As a Fresh Expression of ministry, MannaFest is feeding people in need both physically and spiritually. If you are interested in learning more about Dinner Church and/or a Fresh Expression of Ministry, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org

Episode 4, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this episode, Phil Eastman, Senior Pastor of New Life Bible Fellowship in Idaho, joins us to talk about the importance of proclaiming and preaching the Word of God with intentionality and purpose.If you are interested in a potential Preaching Lab, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org

Episode 3, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this Episode, Corey interviews Dr. Ed Kemp. Mission Northwest offers sabbatical support and pastoral consulting to its churches and pastors through the wealth of knowledge and experience of Dr. Ed Kemp. For more information or to schedule a session with Dr. Kemp, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org. ***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org

Episode 2, MNW Podcast 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this Episode, we hear from Tucker Gunneman, MNW Director of Interim Ministries, on the importance of the work of an Interim Pastor for a church in transition. You can contact Tucker via email: tucker@missionnw.org***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org

Episode 1, Jan 2026Mission Northwest exists to develop and resource churches that connect people to Jesus. On this channel, we share practical tools, real conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for leaders, churches, and everyday followers of Christ, no matter where you’re starting from.In this Episode, Pastors Corey and Wes discuss the purpose of this podcast and Mission Northwest's plans for 2026.***You can discover more about Mission Northwest athttps://missionnorthwest.orgIf you want to explore serving one of our churches in the Pacific Northwest States at one of the 130+ churches in our region, contact Corey @ corey@missionnw.org