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Advancing the Mission is a podcast of County Line Church in Auburn, IN. Advancing the Mission is a podcast where we keep you informed and up to date about what is happening in local outreach, global missions, and church multiplication through the lens of County Line Church.
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What happens when God’s calling feels both clear and complicated—when obedience means stepping into the unknown with open hands?
This week on Advancing the Mission, we sit down with Abby Torgeson, who—along with her husband Jason and their three kids—serves in Costa Rica as the Regional Coordinator for Latin America with Global Strategy. From the outside, it may look like a life of confident purpose. But as Abby shares, the path to saying “yes” wasn’t without wrestling, questions, and the slow work of surrender.
In this candid conversation, Abby opens up about discerning God’s call, navigating seasons of doubt, and learning that faithfulness isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting the One who calls. Her story is a beautiful reminder that God’s mission often begins with our willingness to keep listening, even when the way forward feels uncertain.
You’ll be moved. You’ll be challenged. And you’ll see how God continues to advance His mission through ordinary people who choose to say yes.
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What compels someone to leave behind the familiar and embrace a life filled with challenges, uncertainty, and sacrifice—all for the sake of the gospel?
This week on Advancing the Mission, we sit down with Bobby and Jenny Mihsill, missionaries serving in Côte d’Ivoire. Their journey to the mission field wasn’t simple or straightforward—but it was marked by God’s clear calling and their willingness to say yes.
In this conversation, Bobby and Jenny share how God led them to West Africa, what it looks like to live out their faith in the midst of cultural and spiritual challenges, and why they remain committed even when the work is hard. Their story is not just about geography—it’s about obedience, trust, and the relentless love of Christ that compels us to go.
You’ll be encouraged. You’ll be challenged. And you’ll be reminded that advancing God’s mission is never without cost, but always worth it.
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What if the people we often see as a burden are actually one of God’s greatest opportunities?
This week on Advancing the Mission, we sit down with Samir—the founder and visionary of At Home, a dynamic ministry serving refugees in Paris, France. For nearly a decade, County Line has partnered with Samir to bring hope, healing, and the love of Christ to people from all over the world.
In this powerful conversation, Samir shares how God called him to this unique mission field—and how his perspective was transformed along the way. He discovered that refugees don’t need our pity. They need mercy. They need empathy. And they need people willing to listen, love, and walk alongside them.
You’ll be challenged. You’ll be inspired. And you’ll see how God is advancing His mission—one relationship at a time.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we begin talking through global missions with a meaningful conversation featuring Matthew Ingalls, author of At Home: How God transformed a crowd of Parisian Refugees into a community of World-Changing believers.
In this episode, Pastor Chris sits down with Matthew to reflect on a unique ministry in Paris that County Line has supported for many years. They explore how this small, diverse, Jesus-centered community is living out the Gospel in simple but profound ways—and what the American church can learn from their example.
If you’ve ever longed for a more authentic, relational, and Spirit-led expression of church—or wondered how diverse communities can thrive around Christ alone—this episode will challenge and encourage you.
Listen to the end to see how you can get a free book!
To order this book you can visit the following link: https://www.athome.paris/
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we sit down with team members who recently returned from our Impact Trip to the UK. We talk about the journey, what we learned along the way, the cultural differences we experienced, and the powerful ways we saw God at work. Whether you’re curious about missions, love hearing travel stories, or want to be encouraged by God’s faithfulness, this episode will inspire and challenge you.
From lively city streets of Liverpool to quiet countryside moments in Wales, the team shares firsthand accounts of ministry, connection, and unexpected opportunities to serve. We also talk about our time working with students at Egan Road Church—many of whom are not professing Christians—and how those conversations opened doors to share the gospel, build relationships, and plant seeds of faith in an authentic, relational way.
If you'd like to hear more from the team, join us at County Line Main Campus in the Gathering Space on August 24 from 6:30-8:30pm.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we reflect on an incredible impact trip to the Dominican Republic with Go Ministries through a meaningful conversation with my wife, Staci Kaczmarek, who led the team.
In this episode, Pastor Chris sits down with Staci to discuss what it was like serving cross-culturally, the lessons they learned as they served alongside local leaders, and the ways they experienced God’s presence throughout the trip.
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when ordinary people step out in faith to join God’s work globally—or how short-term trips can make a lasting impact—this episode will inspire and challenge you.
If you'd like to hear more from the team, join us at County Line Main Campus in the Gathering Space on August 24 from 6:30-8:30pm.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we continue our series on church multiplication and local outreach with a practical conversation featuring Elle Chamberlin, previous director of LifeWise Garrett.
In this episode, Pastor Chris Kaczmarek sits down with Elle to explore how LifeWise is bringing the Gospel to public school students in Garrett through released time Bible education. They discuss how this innovative approach is impacting families, creating unity within the Garrett community, and creating opportunities for long-term Kingdom growth.
If you’ve ever wondered how the church can go beyond its walls to reach the next generation—or how local outreach can look like investing in public schools—this episode offers a compelling vision.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we continue our series on local outreach and church multiplication. We continue talking about how every part of the Church contributes to the mission of Jesus with a meaningful conversation featuring John Crump, Care Pastor at County Line Church.
In this episode, Pastor Chris Kaczmarek sits down with John to talk about the heart behind care ministry—why it matters, how it connects with the broader mission of the Church, and what it looks like when the body of Christ truly supports one another in times of need. John shares his personal journey to County Line and what led him to pursue care ministry.
They also explore how care ministry partners with other ministry areas like small groups and outreach, what types of people thrive in care roles, and how anyone can get involved.
Whether you serve in ministry or simply want to love people more like Jesus, this conversation will encourage and inspire.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we continue our exploration of church multiplication with an insightful conversation featuring Joe Webb, Campus Pastor at the Fishers Campus of Northview Church.
In this episode, Pastor Chris Kaczmarek sits down with Joe to discuss the unique role of the campus pastor—what it is, why it matters, and how it supports the broader mission of the Church. Joe shares practical wisdom from his experience leading at a multisite church, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to shepherd a campus while staying aligned with a larger church vision.
Whether you’re curious about multisite models, considering the role of a campus pastor yourself, or simply want to understand how leadership functions across church campuses, this episode offers clarity and encouragement.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we continue our series on church multiplication with a meaningful conversation featuring Tom Planck, Director of Church Multiplication at Indiana Ministries and Healthy Church Catalyst at Healthy Growing Churches.
In this episode, Pastor Chris Kaczmarek sits down with Tom to unpack what church multiplication really means and why it’s a vital part of the Church’s mission today. They explore how multiplication strengthens the Church's health and reach and plays a key role in the future of County Line’s vision.
If you’ve ever had questions about why multiplication matters or how it connects to where County Line is headed—especially as we navigate Crossroads 37—this episode will give you greater clarity. It's a practical and inspiring conversation that will help you see how multiplying churches is not just a strategy but a calling.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we kick off a new series on church multiplication with a solo episode exploring the heart behind why multiplication matters.
In this conversation, Pastor Chris Kaczmarek unpacks the reasons for multiplying churches, addresses some of the most common misconceptions, and shares personal reflections on why this movement is essential for the future of the Church, specifically County Line Church.
If you’ve ever wondered what multiplication really means—or why it’s more than just a buzzword—this episode will help ground you in the vision.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we conclude our series on the County Line vision with a meaningful conversation featuring Stuart Kruse, Lead Pastor at County Line Church. Pastor Stu shares his heart behind the phrase "One Life at a Time" from our vision statement, exploring why it’s personally significant to him and how he leads the congregation to live it out in their everyday lives.
Filled with inspirational stories, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we continue our exploration of the County Line vision with a thought-provoking conversation featuring Andrew Gale, Executive Director for Global Strategy. Andrew dives into the powerful phrase "Throughout a hurting world" from our vision statement, unpacking its significance and what it calls us to as followers of Christ.
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we’re kicking off a brand new series focused on the County Line Vision! Join us as we sit down with Trevor Maggart, a passionate church planter and the leader behind Resurrection Church in Fort Wayne. In this episode, Trevor shares the blessings and challenges of his church planting journey—and how he’s living out the call to “multiply the love and joy of Jesus.”
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This week on Advancing the Mission, we wrap up our series on the 5 I’s of a Jesus-Centered Life with a powerful conversation featuring Carly Jones and Amanda Pant. Both Carly and Amanda serve as Worship Assistants and share meaningful insight into how worship invites us to intentionally connect with Jesus on a deeper level.
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On Advancing the Mission this week, we continue our series on the 5 I's of a Jesus-Centered Life by talking with Pastor Kenneth. Kenneth has been serving as with Agape Faith United in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, for almost twenty years. Listen as he talks with us about his ministry and how he is investing in one another in Bulgaria.
If you'd like to learn more about Agape Faith United or to give to the project financially, you can visit this website:
https://chogglobal.org/mission-projects/projects-europe-middle-east/agapeministries/
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On Advancing the Mission this week, we continue our series on the 5 I's of a Jesus-Centered Life by talking with Gary Haugen. Gary is the founder and current President of the International Justice Mission. Before founding IJM in 1997, Gary was a human rights attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice, where he focused on crimes of police misconduct. In 1994, he served as the Director of the United Nations investigation into the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide.
Listen as we talk with Gary about his motivations behind starting IJM and how "identifying his ministry" was paramount to this decision.
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On Advancing the Mission this week, we continue our series on the 5 I's of a Jesus-Centered Life by talking with Steven Kozak. Steven and his family recently took a large leap of faith and sold everything to share Jesus with those they interact with in the youth racing circuit. Listen and learn about how they are integrating God into all of life.
If you'd like to learn more about what the Kozak's are doing you can check out these links:
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RacingandMinistry
Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/2527708ca76b/trackside-update
Motor Racing Outreach: https://www.go2mro.com/mroa/steven-kozak
Substack: https://stevenkozak.substack.com/
Eman Racing: https://www.emanracing.com/racingandministry
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On Advancing the Mission this week, we continue our series on the 5 I's of a Jesus-Centered Life by talking with Zach and Audrey Langford. The Langfords have been serving as missionaries in Birkenhead, UK, for several years. Listen as they talk about their ministry and how they influence those far from God in a post-Christian cultural context.
If you'd like to learn more about what the Langfords are doing, you can check out these links:
Ministry Page: https://chogglobal.org/team/zalangford/
Newsletter: https://chogglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/newsletter-langfords-february-2024.pdf
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On Advancing the Mission this week, we begin a 6 week series on the 5 I's of a Jesus-Centered Life by talking with Connections Pastor, Dane Kruse. The connections ministry at County Line touches at least three of the five I's so Dane is a great guest to help us review them and talk about how his ministry helps achieve our vision to Multiply the love and joy of Jesus throughout a hurting world...one life at a time.
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