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Hearing & learning from UK based Church Planters & Leaders about their experiences with Church Planting/Leadership; equipping emerging leaders/planters with wisdom from those who have gone before them with lessons they've learnt along the way! Email: churchplantchat@gmail.com We can also be found on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram - simply type in @churchplantchat
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Episode 8: Asking the Hard Questions (Part 2) Episode Summary Continuing from Part 1, this episode dives deeper into the art and practice of asking hard questions. We reflect on how asking them—of ourselves and our churches—can lead to breakthrough moments. Key Topics Covered · When the right question changes everything · Examples of turning points sparked by difficult questions · Why honest evaluation beats false ...
Episode 7: Asking the Hard Questions (Part 1) Episode Summary In this episode, we explore why asking hard, often uncomfortable questions is essential in church planting and revitalisation. The questions you ask can shape the culture you lead. Key Topics Covered · The power of curiosity and courageous questioning · Why not asking hard questions leads to shallow planting · Real-life examples of tensions that need fac...
Episode 6: Evangelism Episode Summary Evangelism isn’t just something we do—it’s something we become. This episode looks at distinctive discipleship as the foundation for effective, authentic witness in a hungry world. Key Topics Covered · Being the evangelism before doing the evangelism · How suffering shapes witness and openness · The cost of being distinctive in a conforming culture · E...
Episode 5: Relational Discipleship Episode Summary In this episode, we examine the importance of relational discipleship in revitalisation. Rather than just systems or strategies, it’s relationships that provide the bridge from outreach to transformation. Key Topics Covered · The difference between relational and transactional discipleship · Why strategy without relationship falls short · Lessons from delayed trans...
Episode 4: Ministry of the One Episode Summary This episode highlights the transformative power of focusing on just one person. Using the example of Ananias and Saul, we’re reminded how faithful, relational ministry to ‘the one’ can unlock catalytic change. Key Topics Covered · Learning from Ananias’ brief but powerful role in Acts · Why relational ministry is worth the risk · Challenging the obsession with numbers...
Episode 3: Getting Curious About Growth Episode Summary In this episode, we explore how curiosity in leadership—especially around Preparation, Posture, Pace, Perception, and Person—can shape and sharpen a leader’s approach to growth and revitalisation. Key Topics Covered · Curiosity as a foundational posture in leadership · The 5 Ps: Preparation, Posture, Pace, Perception, Person · How slowing down and asking the r...
Episode 2: First Year, First Priorities Episode Summary This episode reflects on the early stages of revitalisation. Drawing on real experiences, the episode lays out key priorities during the first year of planting or leading in a new context. Key Topics Covered · Understanding the difference between long-term vision and immediate priorities · Why it’s okay (and wise) to take things slowly at the start · Learning ...
Episode 1: Am I Ready to Church Plant? Episode Summary: In this inaugural episode of the Revitalisation Review series, we dive into the deeply personal and practical question: “Am I ready to church plant?” Sharing from his own four-year journey of leading a revitalisation project, your host reflects on the highs, the heartbreaks, and the holy ground of planting not from scratch—but from the remnant of something that once was. Key Topics Covered: · The Call to Plant ...
Welcome to the Season Teaser of 'Revitalisation Review'! In this season I will be unpacking a few lessons learnt from the last four years of his Church Plant Revitalisation project. Whilst not an exhaustive list and by no means a complete 360 of Leadership, my hope is that there will be enough encouragement and education throughout to help spur you on in your own Planting journey. This season will just be me and the mic, up close and personal, sharing some of the learnings that ha...
Concluding the Journal of a Church Planter, Paul Pavlou shares the value he has found in journaling, reflecting with Helen Shannon on the importance of prayer for the planter. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=5https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=6https:...
'Sunrises' sees Paul Pavlou share with Helen Shannon some of the uplifting moments of church planting, where the light of God has broken through in small, unexpected ways. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=5https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=6 Stay in ...
In 'Shadows', Paul Pavlou opens up on some of the tougher experiences in his church planting journey, and God's consistent faithfulness. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=5 Stay in touch over on Instagram: @churchplantchat This video series was created with the Gregory Ce...
In this episode, Helen Shannon and Paul Pavlou reflect on how the process of planting saw Paul himself being shaped by God in ways he didn’t expect. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=4 Stay in touch over on Instagram: @churchplantchat This video series was created with th...
In this episode, Paul Pavlou highlights the balance needed to put structures - or scaffolding - in place for planting, while staying attentive to God’s voice and being sensitive to others in a new context. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=2https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-chu...
In this episode, Paul talks honestly on the challenges and doubts he experienced during his curacy, seeking to follow God’s call to plant. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=2 Stay in touch over on Instagram: @churchplantchat This video series was created with the Gregory Cent...
In this episode, Helen Shannon introduces Paul Pavlou, discovering where Paul’s church planting journey began. To buy the book ‘Journal of a Church Planter’, go here: https://amzn.eu/d/9usfcjZ If you'd like to watch the video interview head to: https://ccx.org.uk/course/journal-church-planter/?session=1 Stay in touch over on Instagram: @churchplantchat This video series was created with the Gregory Centre for Church Multiplication. They help the Church reach new people in new and renewed ...
This is the final episode of the Planting with Hayley mini series where we discuss the highs and lows of our planting journey so far. Support the show Buy 'Journal of a Church Planter' here: https://amzn.eu/d/dcFw9By
In this episode we chat about living life as Church Planters with young children. Together we explore some of the positives and challenges of this, working it out as we go along! Support the show Buy 'Journal of a Church Planter' here: https://amzn.eu/d/dcFw9By
In this episode we discuss some of the rhythm's we've created out of stress points we've encountered in Church Planting. We also chat about how as we've changed, our relationships have changed too and we process what that's been like along the way. Support the show Buy 'Journal of a Church Planter' here: https://amzn.eu/d/dcFw9By
In Episode 2 of this mini series ‘Planting with Hayley’, we ‘externally process’ what it’s been and is like to lead together. We are very much working this out as we go and it seems to keep changing with each season we enter. It has proven to be challenging in many ways, and isn’t necessarily looking how we thought it would. Support the show Buy 'Journal of a Church Planter' here: https://amzn.eu/d/dcFw9By
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