Creating An Intergenerational Culture In Your Church (w: Chuck Stecker) - Episode 135

06/28/22 • 53 min

The 95 Podcast: Conversations for Small-Church Pastors

"But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light." 1 Peter 2:9 (NKJV)

Chuck Stecker is the founder of A Chosen Generation, and he believes that all generations, young and old, have something to contribute to the church. That's why his organization seeks to provide strategies and resources for leaders who want to strengthen the intergenerational culture of their churches.

Today, we're talking to Chuck about fostering a church culture that brings generations together. It's essential that the older generation (or the "encore generation," as Chuck calls it) stays active in the church. And we don't mean being involved in seniors-only ministries—we mean being involved in discipleship ministries with kids, students, teens, and young adults. The encore generation has so much to give! It's time that we encourage them to keep hold of their baton and continue their race.

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Dale's Turning 60! Reflections On The Past 40 Years Of Ministry (w- Dale & Caralee) - Episode 134

Our fearless leader is turning 60! First, from all of the team at 95Network, we want to wish him a very happy birthday. We're so thankful for his leadership, his vulnerability, and his encouragement every day.

As Dale welcomes a brand new decade in his life, he's spending some time today reflecting on his experiences in the past four decades of ministry. He and Caralee discuss the highs and the lows of his life, what Jesus has taught him about relinquishing control, and how Grace is the greatest gift for people who are constantly striving to "fix" everything. There's so much wisdom in this episode—enjoy!

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Halftime: Moving From Success To Significance by Bob Buford
Dale's Unexpected Sabbatical Story – Episode 91
40 Years in the Making: Dale's Stalled Story – Episode 44
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Key Takeaways

1) As Dabo Swinney says, "There's nothing less important than the score at halftime." After 40, many of us pivot from pursuing success to pursuing significance. Over the years, Dale has learned that living a meaningful life looks more like loving God, loving family, and obeying what He's called us to do.

2) Jesus came to give us life. We can let our strivings cease and start living freely by knowing that we don't have to adhere to a particular set of rules just to measure up. Jesus loves you because He loves you. He doesn't love you because of what you've done, who you are, or how you perform.

3) God doesn't need our help. God can accomplish whatever He wants, and He certainly doesn't need us to do that. However, He wants a relationship with us. Let Him pursue you!

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Social Media As A Ministry And Not An Advertisement (w: Karis Hortin) - Episode 136

Karis Hortin is only 21 years old, but she's already lived a lot of life. Born in Ethiopia, she was raised by her grandmother until she was seven, when she entered an orphanage because her grandmother contracted HIV. At nine, she was adopted by an American family and began her life in the United States. Karis says that before she ever heard of God, she always felt like someone was looking out for her.

These days, she uses her faith, talent, and marketing expertise to help churches get their social media platforms off the ground. She's also a certified life coach for teen girls and has used her popular TikTok and YouTube accounts as a platform to tackle the complicated things that teens face these days. Oh, and did I mention she's a beauty queen running for Miss Illinois? Is there anything she can't do?!

Today, our conversation centers around social media for churches and why having an online presence is so crucial for the younger generation. Karis mentions how we should see social media as a ministry rather than an advertisement—a comment that holds so much truth. Listen in today, and reach out to us or Karis (link below) if you have any questions!

Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/social-media-as-a-ministry-and-not-an-advertisement-w-karis-hortin-episode-136/

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