Episode #83 – Jordan Abbott – Living Urban in a Small Church

Jordan Abbott, pastor at Capstone Church in Calgary, discusses the church’s journey and mission. Capstone, planted 10 years ago, aims to reach unreached people and plant churches. Abbott emphasizes community, diversity, healing, and justice as core values. The church has two expressions: Capstone East and Capstone West. Capstone East, led by Abbott, focuses on family-centric …

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Episode #71 – Alison Witt – Refugees and the Small Church

Alison Witt works with refugees, particularly in the Hamilton area. She also serves with a Canadian refugee assistance institution called IAFR. Her insight into the compassion ministry of small churches reaching out to refugees is well worth the listen.

Refugee ministry with a focus on ESL support and personal stories.
0:15
Refugee housing and support in Hamilton, Ontario.
5:23
How churches can help refugees in Canada through home hosting and affordable rentals.
12:18
Refugee ministry challenges and opportunities for small churches.
18:49
Embracing newcomers and refugees in small churches.
25:15

Episode #68 – Andy Bannister – Rethinking church – a UK Perspective

Small churches, Jesus, and community outreach in the UK. (0:08)

Small churches in the UK and Canada, with a focus on spiritual openness and hunger. (2:28)

Rethinking church structures and meeting in non-traditional spaces. (7:48)

Non-traditional church spaces and evangelism strategies. (13:30)

Revitalizing small churches with aging congregations. (16:13)

The importance of prayer and discipleship in Christian movements. (20:51)

Encouraging risk-taking in small church ministry. (25:58)

Episode #54 – Calvin Andringa – Fresh and ready to go!

Calvin Andringa is the pastor of Tofield Alliance Church, a small church just outside of Edmonton, Alberta. He has served the church for the last 30 years and has learned some valuable lessons. Calvin shares these thoughts with humility, vision and passion.