What would it be like to actually be the generation that declares the glory of God? We will never know, until we understand what a generation is in biblical language and terms. Listen in as Andy Addis and Danny Payne unpack the heart of intergenerational ministry, showing how older saints making space for young families and intentional mentorship can help the next generation see the church as their own. From fish fries to mission trips, they paint a picture of what it looks like when every age serves side by side as one family of faith. You’ll be encouraged to rethink ministry not as “youth over there” and “seniors over here,” but as the beautiful pile of generations learning, serving, and worshiping together as one family of faith.

You may think that your town doesn’t have much to offer, and maybe even question how much your church has to offer. But the truth is you have everything you need to make a difference if you use the resources that you have (and are) in Christ Jesus! In this episode of the Rural Pastor Podcast, Andy Addis and Danny Payne dive into the power of creative community events as a way for rural churches to make a lasting gospel impact. They unpack the reality that most small churches don’t have huge budgets or resources, but that doesn’t limit the mission—because what matters most is showing up with what God has already given you. From handing out water bottles at a football game to opening your building for graduations, serving your city with simple projects, or hosting a community meal, these everyday acts of hospitality open doors and change perceptions. With encouraging stories, helpful statistics, and a reminder that even one small touch can sow eternal seeds, this conversation equips you to stop focusing on what you can’t do and start embracing what you can, right where God has planted you.

Join our discussion on the importance of the leader’s personal devotional life. Are you gazing into the scriptures and onto the face of your Savior, or are you merely giving Him a glance? Changing this can change everything! In this episode of the Rural Pastor Podcast, Andy Addis and Danny Payne share honest stories from marriage, ministry, and daily life. We explore why shallow “glances” leave us empty, while intentional “gazing” in Scripture and prayer brings depth, joy, and transformation.

Drawing from scripture, research, and real-life experiences, we challenge pastors and church leaders to resist the trap of professional Bible reading and instead pursue personal Bible dwelling. If you’ve ever felt rushed, distracted, or disconnected in your walk with Christ, this conversation will help you slow down, savor, and be renewed.

Rural Pastor Podcast host Andy Addis and leader of a multi site network of churches along with Danny Payne, Associational Mission Strategist ove4r more than 50 church bodies, discuss the benefits and obstacles of intercongregational work. Not giving up autonomy, but strengthening by working in ways that are better together, how can you and your church move the kingdom forward by utilizing the strengths of friends and Christian brothers and sisters down the street and across town. We’ll have to give up our tribalism, territorialism, and terriblism but it may well be worth the sacrifice!

Join Andy Addis and Danny Payne for a discussion on a gift God has given the rural church in older members. Retirees can be one of the greatest assets a church has, if we see them that way. Volunteering, serving and ownership all give older congregation members a purpose that can align with the vision of the church. Don’t miss out on one of the greatest gifts God has given you, and don’t write off one of the most important assets in your Church workforce!

Rural Pastor Podcast host Andy Addis welcomes Kevin Ferstl to the show for a discussion on bridging the digital gap. There are resources that the smallest congregation can use to give them the same audience space of any mega Church. And, they’re not too expensive, they’re not too hard, and it may be your next step in reaching your mission field. Whether you love digital options, are scared to jump in, or even hate tech… listen, close, because maybe one of your “next” moves just over that digital gap.

Join North American Mission Board director of rural strategies Andy Addis and Associational Mission Strategist Danny Payne for discussion on the need to change our metrics. In rural America, where the average church is 67 people or less, we need to quit asking the question, “How many you running?” There are better ways to gauge church health and better ways to celebrate the success God has given you in the Kingdom. Listen and be ready to start counting things differently!

Circuit Riding in the Great White North with Rev. Steve Bainbridge

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Reverend Steve Bainbridge, a Canadian pastor faithfully serving through circuit riding ministry in the Great White North. With a heart for the gospel and a ministry approach that breaks the mold, Steve challenges us to think beyond ourselves and consider new ways to impact the kingdom.

You’ll be encouraged by his passion, creativity, and commitment to reaching communities others might overlook.

If you’d like to connect with Steve directly, he welcomes you to reach out via email: [email protected] 

This episode comes to you live from the Oregon Mission Coalition annual conference in Florence, Oregon.

Rural replant pastor Shawn Snyder of  Living Hope Church in Medford, Oregon, offers some healthy hints for recognizing when some of life and ministries warning lights come on your dashboard.

https://www.livinghopemedford.org/our-team

Join Andy Addis and Dr. Kyle Bueermann for discussion on the differences between replanting and revitalizing, part two. The discussion is meant to move us in the direction of helping rural leaders know how and when to employ the right trajectory for your congregation.

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