
53 | Chad Veach – Lessons in Building, Excellence, and Growth
04/22/24 • 32 min
What is the secret to excellence and growth in ministry?
In this episode, Pastor Chad Veach joins us to discuss what he has learned over the last 10 years and shares his experience visiting Highlands College. We start by discussing the importance of creating a culture of honor before delving into the principles of being a builder and the spiritual aspects of leadership. We also discuss topics from growth and challenges of starting a church to the need for counsel/outside perspectives and the importance of excellence in leadership. To close it out, Chad shares his personal growth plan, which includes daily Bible reading, intentional learning, and focused time for strategizing and planning.
This episode provides both practical advice and encouragement that we can all use as leaders!
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Episode Resources:
Highlands College Discovery Day: https://highlandscollege.edu/events/discovery-day/
HC Chapel with Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ahrToOLifY&list=PLQRK0ih6QoAOBNj9cklfnULAEDAZi2bvg&index=2
Leadership Lean-In with Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershipleanin
Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://bit.ly/GLP53ShowNotes
Hear more from Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMDQA4pywVA
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All things GrowLeader:
Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day
Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals
Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring
Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources
Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive
Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam
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Follow along on Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader
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Thank you to our partners!
Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader
The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader
Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader
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Timeline:
00:00 - Highlight
00:36 - Intro
01:34 - Chad Veach at Highlands College
08:49 - Being a Builder
14:37 - The Principle of Excellence
26:33 - Personal Growth
31:01 - Thank You, Partners!
What is the secret to excellence and growth in ministry?
In this episode, Pastor Chad Veach joins us to discuss what he has learned over the last 10 years and shares his experience visiting Highlands College. We start by discussing the importance of creating a culture of honor before delving into the principles of being a builder and the spiritual aspects of leadership. We also discuss topics from growth and challenges of starting a church to the need for counsel/outside perspectives and the importance of excellence in leadership. To close it out, Chad shares his personal growth plan, which includes daily Bible reading, intentional learning, and focused time for strategizing and planning.
This episode provides both practical advice and encouragement that we can all use as leaders!
. . . .
Episode Resources:
Highlands College Discovery Day: https://highlandscollege.edu/events/discovery-day/
HC Chapel with Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ahrToOLifY&list=PLQRK0ih6QoAOBNj9cklfnULAEDAZi2bvg&index=2
Leadership Lean-In with Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershipleanin
Unleash your leadership potential with our NEW show notes with Discussion Questions! https://bit.ly/GLP53ShowNotes
Hear more from Chad Veach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMDQA4pywVA
. . . .
All things GrowLeader:
Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day
Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals
Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring
Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources
Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive
Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam
. . . .
Follow along on Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@growleader
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader
. . . .
Thank you to our partners!
Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader
The StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader
Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader
. . . .
Timeline:
00:00 - Highlight
00:36 - Intro
01:34 - Chad Veach at Highlands College
08:49 - Being a Builder
14:37 - The Principle of Excellence
26:33 - Personal Growth
31:01 - Thank You, Partners!
Previous Episode

52 | Making Disciples - 12 Steps for Every Believer
Looking for practical ways to disciple new believers after Easter services?
In this conversation, Pastors Chris and Matt discuss the importance of intentional evangelism and discipleship. They emphasize the need to preach the gospel in every service, give people a chance to respond to God, and get their information for follow-up. Pastor Chris also highlights the 12 steps every believer needs to take through 4 areas: Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference.
By providing clear steps and resources, churches can effectively disciple their members and help them grow in their faith.
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Episode Resources:
Unleash your leadership potential by following along with our Show Notes with discussion questions and Timeline below! https://bit.ly/GLP52ShowNotes
Highlands Resources | Growth Track Course: https://resources.churchofthehighlands.com/courses/4
. . . .
All things GrowLeader:
Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day
Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals
Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring
Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources
Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive
Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam
. . . .
Follow along on Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader
. . . .
Thank you to our partners!
Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader
StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader
Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader
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Timeline:
00:00 - Highlight
00:18 - Intro
03:37 - Intentional Evangelism
12:33 - Steps of Discipleship
14:46 - Know God
19:23 - Find Freedom
23:44 - Discover Purpose
27:52 - Make a Difference
30:13 - Thank you, Partners!
Next Episode

54 | A Message of Hope – Sharing Our Faith with Others
What is the best way to reach people for Jesus? Share your personal faith journey!
In this conversation, Pastor Chris Hodges discusses the importance of sharing your faith and reaching out to those who are far from God. He emphasizes the need for personal evangelism and teaching church members how to share their faith. The conversation highlights the key principles of recognizing God-given moments, refocusing on how we live our lives, and relaying the message of hope to a broken world.
This is a great episode to reignite a passion in your team to share their faith and create a church culture where every church member is prepared to give an answer for the hope they have.
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Messages on Evangelism from Pastor Chris:
GrowLeader Podcast Episode 40: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITyP-tz7ESM
This is My Story | July 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdXGKUKhgMw
Salt and Light | July 2022: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eopU2zFsxzw
How Do I Share My Faith? | September 2015: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/media/salt-and-light1
. . . .
All things GrowLeader:
Join us in person for Financial One-Day: https://www.growleader.com/financial-one-day
Register for upcoming Regionals in 2024: https://www.growleader.com/regionals
Learn more about Monthly Mentoring with Pastor Chris: https://www.growleader.com/monthlymentoring
Access free church resources: https://www.churchofthehighlands.com/resources
Develop a Kingdom Builders or Legacy Team: https://www.growleader.com/kbvirtualintensive
Watch the GrowLeader Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowLeaderTeam
. . . .
Follow along on Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growleader
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growleader
. . . .
Thank you to our partners!
Wesleyan Investment Foundation: https://www.wifonline.com/growleader
Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/growleader
StudioC: https://www.thestudioc.org/growleader
. . . .
Timeline:
00:00 - Highlight
00:27 - Intro
01:46 - Sharing Our Faith
13:40 - The Message of Hope
32:26 - Thank You, Partners!
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