Lausanne Movement Podcast

Why do gifted Christian leaders fall—and what kind of formation helps us finish well? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Malcolm Webber about why so many Christian leaders fall—and why the answer is not simply better information, stronger gifting, or more ministry activity. Malcolm invites us back to Jesus’ way of forming leaders through union with Christ, accountable community, tested character, God-given calling, and Spirit-shaped competencies. Main Points Call to Action Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a pastor, ministry leader, mentor, or younger leader who is seeking to lead from a healthier place. Then take one practical step this week: name a spiritual mother, father, mentor, or trusted friend who can walk with you in honest accountability. Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive The Making of a Leader: How God Forms Character, Calling, and Influence Over a Lifetime with Richard ClintonThe Art of Whole Life Mentorship: An Interview with Ole-Magnus OlasfrudLeading with Vulnerability & Humility: Delphine Fanfon on African Leadership, Identity, and Purpose Links & Resources LeaderSourceThe 5Cs of Healthy Christian LeadershipLeaderSource ResourcesLeaderSource Books5C CheckpointLeaderSource AppLeaderSource YouTube ChannelMalcolm’s Musings on SubstackLausanne Action Hub Guest Bio Malcolm Webber is the founder and executive director of LeaderSource, an international ministry focused on developing healthy Christian leaders and strengthening churches around the world. Originally from Australia, Malcolm came to Christ in 1980 and has spent more than 35 years working alongside Christian leaders globally, with a particular focus on Christ-centered, holistic leader development. He holds a PhD in organizational leadership, has written around 50 books, and is also the Founding Pastor Emeritus of Living Faith Fellowship in Indiana, USA. Through LeaderSource, his writing, teaching, and resources, Malcolm continues to equip leaders to grow in union with Christ, accountable community, character, calling, and practical leadership capacity.

What does it look like to lead in one of the least-reached nations on earth? In this episode, Jason Watson speaks with Miho Buchholtz about following Jesus and serving the church in Japan, where Christians make up a very small minority and ministry often requires deep patience, humility, and long-term faithfulness. Miho reflects on her own story of depression and healing, the spiritual and cultural realities of Japan, the challenges of church planting in a secular context, and the quiet, resilient leadership needed to serve well in a place where visible fruit can come slowly. 🔗 Link to the Lausanne Podcast Community: https://collaborate.lausanne.org/share/FF0jv_MJcqEcpuoK?utm_source=manual Main Points Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this conversation with a ministry leader, church planter, or friend serving in a difficult context. Join us in praying for the church in Japan—that God would raise up faithful leaders, strengthen collaboration, and open new doors for the gospel. Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive Here are three related episodes from the Lausanne Movement Podcast archive that connect closely with this conversation: Missional Insights from East Asia: Seth Kim on Mobilizing the Next Generation, Contextualisation, and Uniting the Church for Global Mission Why Mental Health Matters for the Church and Global Mission with Gladys Mwiti Least Reached Peoples: How the Gospel Restores Dignity and Transforms Communities with Dr. Mary Ho & Lisa Links & Resources Tokyo Life Church Lausanne Diasporas Network Lausanne Issue Networks Younger Leaders Gathering (YLG) https://collaborate.lausanne.org/share/FF0jv_MJcqEcpuoK?utm_source=manual Bio: Miho was born and raised in Yokohama. She became a Christian through depression she suffered in high school. Though she earned a business degree in college and has worked in the fashion industry, God completely reoriented her life to pursue full time ministry. She received her Master of Divinity degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and has been serving in her home country as a missionary with her family. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Chicago. She is ordained in the Evangelical Covenant Church. She is currently serving as the Chair of the Japan Lausanne Committee. She is also an adjunct professor of ministry at Tokyo Christian University. She also serves as a Vision Time preacher on CGN Japan. Miho loves teaching the Bible and seeing people utilize their gifts to take part in God’s mission. She enjoys getting inspiration while taking a walk, drinking coffee, traveling to new places, and seeing her two daughters grow.

What if the most important work God is doing in your leadership right now is not through you, but in you? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Dr. Richard Clinton about how God develops leaders over time through formation, testing, experience, and response. Drawing on leadership emergence theory and decades of ministry experience, Richard explains why the years between ages 25 and 35 are especially significant for character formation, mentoring, and learning to lead for the long haul. Main Points Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with an emerging leader or mentor who needs encouragement for the long journey of leadership. Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive Here are the top three related episodes I found from the Lausanne Movement Podcast archive: https://lausanne.org/podcast/the-art-of-whole-life-mentorship-an-interview-with-ole-magnus-olasfrud https://lausanne.org/podcast/discipling-future-leaders-for-global-mission-nana-yaw-offei-awuku-on-building-generational-impact-ylg-2026 Links & Resources Clinton Leadership 2.0The Making of a LeaderConnectingCourses from Clinton Leadership 2.0Leadership coaching with Richard Clinton“The Emerging Leader” article by J. Robert Clinton Richard Clinton Bio Dr. Richard Clinton is a leadership mentor, pastor, and co-founder of the Clinton Leadership Network, dedicated to helping leaders understand how God develops their calling, character, and influence over a lifetime. Building on the groundbreaking research of his father, Dr. J. Robert Clinton, Richard has spent more than four decades studying, teaching, and coaching leaders around the world. He has served in a wide range of ministry roles—including church planter, pastor, professor, consultant, and leadership trainer—and has worked with leaders across cultures and contexts globally. Richard also continues to steward and expand the leadership development insights behind The Making of a Leader, equipping emerging and seasoned leaders to grow in character and finish well. Richard continues to mentor leaders, teach on leadership formation, and provide resources through Clinton Leadership 2.0, helping a new generation discern how God is shaping their lives and leadership for long-term impact.

Mental health challenges affect millions of people around the world—but what if caring for the mind and emotions is not just a pastoral concern, but a critical part of the church’s mission? Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Dr. Gladys Mwiti, a Kenyan clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and founder of Oasis Africa Wellness. Drawing from over three decades of ministry and counseling experience, Dr. Mwiti explains why mental health care is essential to God’s mission of restoring the whole person. The conversation explores how addressing trauma, burnout, and emotional health strengthens evangelism, discipleship, and Christlike leadership in the global church. Main Points Links & Resources https://www.oasisafricawellness.co.ke Connect with Dr. Gladys Mwiti glmwiti@oasisafrica.co.ke Lausanne Articles by Dr. Gladys Mwiti https://lausanne.org/global-analysis/turning-the-churchs-attention-to-mental-healthhttps://lausanne.org/gathering/task-shifting-for-mental-health-and-trauma-implications-for-the-global-church Guest Bio Dr. Gladys Mwiti is a Kenyan clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and founder and CEO of Oasis Africa Center for Transformational Psychology and Trauma in Nairobi. With more than three decades of experience, she has equipped churches, leaders, and communities across Africa to respond to trauma, mental health challenges, and leadership development. Dr. Mwiti has served as chair of the Kenya Psychological Association, co-chaired the Lausanne Congress Mental Health and Trauma Advisory Group, and has written several books and articles on Christian counseling and holistic care in mission.

What if the true measure of your leadership isn’t how far you go — but how far the mission goes after you? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Ian Conolly explores how organisational health — rooted in servant leadership and Christlike character — determines whether ministries flourish across generations. Ian shares insights on strengthening leadership, teams, and structures so that mission impact outlasts any individual’s tenure. 🔗 Link to the Lausanne Podcast Community: https://collaborate.lausanne.org/share/FF0jv_MJcqEcpuoK?utm_source=manual Main Points & Key Takeaways • Impact over tenure: Leading with longevity in view reshapes priorities beyond personal legacy. • Health as mission strategy: A healthy organisation better sustains vision, people, and Kingdom work. • Servant leadership anchors culture: Christlike leaders shape teams by humility, clarity, and shared purpose. • Systems support sustainability: Governance, processes, and clarity fuel organisational resilience. • Generational thinking expands influence: Leaders think beyond seasons to generational outcomes. 📚 Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive — Related Episode Building Healthy Ministries for Kingdom Impact: Neil Hart on Leadership and Organizational Health Discover what it takes to build ministries that endure — including leadership as the foundation, organisational health frameworks, long-term thinking, and tools like the 9D assessment from FiftyFour Collective. 👉 https://lausanne.org/podcast/building-healthy-ministries-for-kingdom-impact-neil-hart-on-leadership-and-organizational-health 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned • FiftyFour Collective (Organisational Health Tools): https://www.fiftyfour.global • Mergon Foundation: https://mergon.co.za/ • Lausanne Podcast Community: https://collaborate.lausanne.org/share/FF0jv_MJcqEcpuoK?utm_source=manual 🎧 Call to Action If this conversation challenged or encouraged you in your leadership journey: ❤️ Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast on your favourite platform. ⭐ Leave a review to help more leaders discover this episode. 💬 Share this conversation with leaders, pastors, and ministry teams who need encouragement toward sustainable mission. 📍 Join the Lausanne Podcast Community: https://collaborate.lausanne.org/share/FF0jv_MJcqEcpuoK?utm_source=manual 👤 Guest Bio: Ian Conolly Ian Conolly is the Executive Director of the FiftyFour Collective, an initiative founded by Mergon, Maclellan, and 3W Foundations to equip ministry leaders worldwide in building healthy, thriving organisations. Ian previously led his own consulting practice, strengthening leadership capacity and operational effectiveness across ministries. He has led the launch and growth of FiftyFour, developing organisational assessment tools and resources to help leaders navigate challenges and scale their impact. FiftyFour has been accessed by over 20,000 leaders from every country in the world. With a passion for leadership development, Ian brings expertise in team building, strategic planning, financial stewardship, and organisational transformation. He finds deep fulfilment in walking alongside ministry leaders, enabling them to maximise their impact and build sustainable, mission-driven organisations. 🌐 Find out more: https://www.fiftyfour.global/en

What if the greatest obstacle to Global Mission isn’t persecution, secularism, or other religions—but the people of God themselves? In this prophetic message from the Third Lausanne Congress in Cape Town (2010), Dr. Chris Wright delivers a call to the global Church. Drawing from the sweeping narrative of Scripture, he argues that the greatest hindrance to God’s redemptive mission is not external resistance but internal idolatry among God’s own people. He names three seductive idols—power and pride, popularity and success, and wealth and greed—and calls the Church to radical repentance marked by humility, integrity, and simplicity. MAIN POINTS The greatest obstacle to God’s mission is not the world, but God’s own people. Idolatry remains the central threat to authentic Christian witness. Three seductive idols distort and corrupt Christian mission: Power and pride Popularity and success Wealth and greed Jesus himself resisted these same temptations in the wilderness. The Church must undergo ongoing reformation, beginning with repentance. There is no biblical mission without biblical living. The marks of Christlike mission are humility, integrity, and simplicity. Before we seek to change the world, we must return to the Lord ourselves. CALL TO ACTION After listening, take time to pray and reflect: Where might power, recognition, or comfort be shaping your ministry more than Christ? What would humility, integrity, and simplicity look like in your leadership? Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and share this message with a ministry leader or team who needs this challenge. LAUSANNE MOVEMENT PODCAST ARCHIVE Theology and Mission: A Conversation with Dr. Chris Wright and Dr. Ivor Poobalan on The Lausanne Movement’s Theological Influence on Global Mission https://lausanne.org/podcast/theology-and-mission-a-conversation-with-dr-chris-wright-and-dr-ivor-poobalan-on-the-lausanne-movements-theological-influence-on-global-mission Let the Church Declare and Display Christ Together: Dr. Patrick Fung on the Theme of the Fourth Lausanne Congress https://lausanne.org/podcast/let-the-church-declare-and-display-christ-together-dr-patrick-fung-on-the-theme-of-the-fourth-lausanne-congress Training Christlike Leaders for the Harvest https://lausanne.org/podcast/training-christlike-leaders-for-the-harvest GUEST BIO Dr. Christopher J. H. Wright is a missiologist, Anglican clergyman, and theologian, and one of the leading evangelical voices on the theology of mission and Scripture. Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, he holds a Ph.D. in Old Testament economic ethics from Cambridge University and has served in global theological education and leadership, including teaching at Union Biblical Seminary in India and serving as principal of All Nations Christian College in the UK. Dr. Wright currently serves as the Global Ambassador and Ministry Director of Langham Partnership International. He has written extensively on biblical theology and mission, including The Mission of God and Old Testament Ethics for the People of God. Within the Lausanne Movement, he chaired the Theology Working Group and played a pivotal role in developing the Cape Town Commitment at the Third Lausanne Congress in 2010.

In this powerful talk from Cape Town 2010, Antoine Rutayishire reflects on reconciliation, healing, and the church’s role in mending nations broken by violence and division. Drawing on his experience from Rwanda’s tragic history and Christian renewal, Rutayishire reframes wounds not as weaknesses but as invitations to participate in Christ’s reconciling mission. 🔑 Main Points & Takeaways 📚 Podcast Archive — Related Episodes Here are links to episodes from the Lausanne Podcast Archive that relate to themes of reconciliation, mission in broken contexts, and the global Church’s role in healing: https://lausanne.org/podcast/surviving-the-rwandan-genocide-josephine-munyelis-story-of-forgiveness-hope-god-on-the-move-podcasthttps://lausanne.org/podcast/the-ministry-of-reconciliation-bridging-divides-between-israelis-and-palestinians-with-salim-munayer 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned Related to this Talk https://lausanne.org/content/rediscovering-the-gospel-of-reconciliation Lausanne Movement & Cape Town 2010 Context https://lausanne.org/statement/ctcommitment Guest Bio: Rev. Canon Dr. Antoine Rutayisire is a Rwandan Anglican minister, theologian, and survivor of the 1994 genocide, widely known for his gospel-centered preaching and leadership in healing and reconciliation in Rwanda and beyond. He has served the church as a pastor and Bible teacher, contributed to Rwanda’s National Unity and Reconciliation efforts, and speaks and writes internationally about forgiveness, peacebuilding, and Christian discipleship.

As cities continue to shape the future of culture, influence, and innovation, what does faithful gospel witness look like in an increasingly urban world? In this Lausanne Movement Podcast archive episode, we revisit two landmark talks by Tim Keller from the Third Lausanne Congress in Cape Town 2010. Keller first unpacks why cities matter so deeply for God’s mission, then offers a practical and theological framework for how the church can faithfully engage and reach them. Key Takeaways Call to Action If this episode encouraged or challenged you: lausanne.org About This Episode This episode is part of the Lausanne Movement Archive, featuring historic messages from key moments in the global mission movement. These two talks were originally delivered by Tim Keller at the Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in Cape Town (2010). Links & Resources Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization (Cape Town 2010) https://lausanne.org/cape-town-2010-the-third-lausanne-congress-on-world-evangelization Lausanne Issue Networks: https://lausanne.org/network/citieshttps://lausanne.org/network/church-plantingLausanne Movement Podcast Archive https://lausanne.org/podcast-series/lausanne-movement Tim Keller Bio: Timothy Keller (1950–2023) was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City and a widely influential pastor, theologian, and author. Alongside his wife Kathy, he helped plant Redeemer in 1989 and later co-founded Redeemer City to City, which has supported the planting of more than 1,000 churches in over 150 cities worldwide. Keller authored 31 books, including The Reason for God, The Prodigal God, and The Meaning of Marriage.

Have we grown too familiar with the wonder of Christmas? In this Advent conversation, Jason Watson is joined by theologian, author, and apologist Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing to explore why the incarnation is not only wondrous but reasonable—and why Christmas remains one of the church’s greatest evangelistic opportunities. From Mary’s courageous “yes” to the credibility of miracles and the cultural openness of Advent, this episode invites leaders and believers to rediscover the depth, wonder, and missional power of Christmas. Key Takeaways If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share it with a pastor, leader, or friend preparing for Advent. Consider how you might intentionally use the Christmas season this year to invite others to encounter Jesus. Links & Resources https://a.co/d/detPL9U https://www.youtube.com/@amyorr-ewing https://a.co/d/g0Y4maN Guest Bio: Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing is an international author, speaker, and theologian who addresses the deep questions of our day with meaningful answers found in the Christian Faith. Travelling internationally, Amy is a regular speaker across university campuses, businesses, parliaments, churches, and conferences as well as on TV, radio, and podcasts. She is the author of multiple books, including ‘Where is God in All the Suffering?’ (runner-up Michael Ramsay Prize, 2023), bestselling ‘Why Trust the Bible?’ and ‘Mary’s Voice: Advent Reflections to Contemplate the Coming of Christ.’

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dan Sered, Chief Operating Officer of Jews for Jesus and Lausanne Catalyst for Jewish Evangelism, shares his remarkable journey from a secular Jewish home in Israel to discovering Jesus as Messiah while studying in New York City. Jason and Dan explore the meaning of Messianic Jewish identity, how the gospel can be shared in culturally meaningful ways with Jewish people, and why peacemaking—not political partisanship—is the calling of every follower of Jesus. Dan also offers profound reflections on the Israel–Palestine conflict, the Church’s responsibility during times of polarization, and how Jewish and Gentile believers can together bear witness to the hope of the gospel. 🔑 Main Points — Key Takeaways 👉 Call to Action If this episode encouraged or challenged you, please follow the show, leave a review, and share this conversation with someone interested in global mission, Jewish–Christian dialogue, or peacemaking. 🎧 Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive – Related Episodes 1. The Ministry of Reconciliation: Bridging Divides between Israelis and Palestinians — Salim Munayer 👉 https://lausanne.org/podcast/the-ministry-of-reconciliation-bridging-divides-between-israelis-and-palestinians-with-salim-munayer 2. Arab Women Transforming Theological Education — Grace Al-Zoughbi Arteen 👉 https://lausanne.org/podcast/arab-women-transforming-theological-education-with-grace-al-zoughbi-arteen 3. The Art of Preaching in Times of Crisis — Anne Zaki 👉 https://lausanne.org/podcast/the-art-of-preaching-in-times-of-crisis-anne-zaki-on-sharing-the-hope-of-christ-when-it-matters-most 🔗 Links & Resources https://jewsforjesus.org https://lausanne.org/about/blog/understanding-your-jewish-neighbour-yom-kippur http://lausanne.org/about/blog/understanding-your-jewish-neighbour-rosh-hashanah Dan Sered Bio: Born in Israel and raised in a secular Jewish home, Dan Sered came to faith in Jesus as a university student in the U.S. He and his wife Dinah joined Jews for Jesus and later returned to Israel to serve in ministry. Dan now serves as COO and Global Director of Jews for Jesus and is president of the Lausanne Consultation on Jewish Evangelism.

Everyone says Gen Z is walking away from church. But growing research tells a very different story. Today’s teenagers are spiritually curious, surprisingly open, and eager for authentic relationships. The question is: are we ready to reach them? 📘 Episode Summary In this inspiring and deeply practical conversation, youth ministry leader and evangelist Jasper Rutherford shares why Gen Z is being described as The Open Generation and what this means for churches, pastors, and ministry leaders today. Drawing on his personal story of encountering Jesus amid violence, fatherlessness, and brokenness in Northern Ireland—and from 20 years of youth ministry and research across Europe—Jasper explains why young people today are remarkably open to faith, and how the church can meet them with authenticity, genuine relationships, and hope. 🔑 Main Points & Takeaways 🙌 Call to Action If this conversation encouraged you, share it with a pastor, parent, or youth leader who cares about reaching the next generation. Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a rating or review, and explore more global mission resources at lausanne.org. 🎙 Related Episodes — Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive These episodes pair beautifully with today’s conversation on Gen Z and youth discipleship: Engaging & Mobilizing Gen Z for Christ — with Jordan Whitmer https://lausanne.org/podcast/engaging-mobilising-gen-z-for-christ-with-jordan-whitmer Discipling Digital Natives: Gen Z, Social Media & the Gospel — with Lucas Pegoraro https://lausanne.org/podcast/discipling-digital-natives-lucas-pegoraro-on-gen-z-social-media-and-the-gospel Bold Faith & Creative Evangelism: Reaching the Next Generation — with Luke Greenwood (Steiger International) https://lausanne.org/podcast/bold-faith-creative-evangelism-steigers-luke-greenwood-on-reaching-the-next-generation-in-todays-global-youth-culture 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned https://ciy.euhttps://www.barna.com/the-open-generation/https://www.ciy.eu/assets/files/resources/finding_faith_in_ireland.pdfjasper.rutherford@ciy.com

What does it look like to plant and renew churches in one of the most atheistic regions of the world? And how can relational mission bring new life to the church in Europe? In this episode, Jason Watson sits down with Oliver Ahlfeld, head of Church Planting and Revitalization for the Gnadauer Verband, Germany’s largest evangelical movement. Together, they explore how the gospel is taking root in secular spaces, what’s working in church planting across Europe, and how a relational lifestyle of faith is essential for revitalizing the church today. Oliver shares personal stories of transformation, practical lessons from revitalized congregations, and a hopeful vision for awakening in Germany and beyond. 🔑 Key Takeaways: 🎧 Related Episodes: https://lausanne.org/podcast/revival-renewal-seeking-awakening-among-europes-younger-generations-with-sarah-breuel **Pioneer Church Planting: Establishing Churches on the Frontlines (and Why Discipleship is the Ultimate Goal) with Ron Anderson https://lausanne.org/podcast/pioneer-church-planting-establishing-churches-on-the-frontlines-and-why-discipleship-is-the-ultimate-goal-with-ron-anderson **Planting Churches, Transforming Cities with Guna Raman https://lausanne.org/podcast/planting-churches-transforming-cities-with-guna-raman 📚 Links & Resources: https://www.gnadauer.de https://m4europe.com https://joelcomiskeygroup.com https://lausanne.org/podcast Guest Bio: Oliver Ahlfeld (born 1968) currently serves as Head of the Division for Church-Planting and Revitalisation at the Evangelischer Gnadauer Gemeinschaftsverband e.V. (Gnadauer Verband) where he coaches teams in urban and rural Germany in launching new faith communities and renewing existing congregations. His vocational journey—from plasterer, driver and welder, to youth-worker, teacher of religion and social-pedagogue—has given him a robust, cross-vocational insight into church-planting praxis. Since February 2020 he has been steering the movement of church-plants and revitalisation efforts in Saxony-Anhalt and beyond, helping leaders move from vision to actionable mission and vibrant community.

What does it mean to follow Jesus in a city famous for witchcraft? Pastor Steven and Sarah White share how their family and church bring the light of Christ into the heart of Salem, Massachusetts—especially during Halloween, when the streets overflow with spiritual seekers and darkness feels most tangible. ✨ Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Pastor Steven and Sarah White to explore what faithful discipleship looks like in one of America’s most spiritually charged cities. From prayer walks through the Satanic Temple to welcoming thousands of visitors during Halloween, the Whites describe how God is using gentle presence, prayer, and joy to advance the gospel in Salem. They also open up about the importance of rest, marriage, and raising children amid spiritual opposition—and how light truly shines brightest in the dark. 🔑 Main Points Called to Salem: How God led Steven and Sarah to pastor in the spiritual epicenter of witchcraft. Faith Over Fear: Learning to live and minister without fear, even in the midst of spiritual warfare. Halloween Outreach: Why their church turns on every light, welcomes thousands, and embodies Christ’s presence during Halloween. Power in Prayer: Insights from praying through Salem—including inside the Satanic Temple—and what it reveals about Christ’s authority. Transformation Story: A moving testimony of a man delivered from witchcraft who gave his life to Jesus and threw his cauldron into the ocean. Rooted in Christ: How daily rhythms of prayer, Sabbath rest, and Scripture sustain their family and ministry. Marriage & Mission: How the Whites protect their marriage and nurture joy together in a spiritually heavy environment. 🙏 Call to Action Pray for the city of Salem this October—that Christ’s light would pierce the darkness and draw many to Himself. Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast for more stories of global mission, discipleship, and hope. Leave a review and share this episode to help others discover how the gospel is advancing in unexpected places. 🔗 Links & Resources 📰 Steven White on Pastoring in a Spiritual Battleground 👥 Guest Bios Steven White has served as pastor of First Baptist Church of Salem (Massachusetts) since 2021, leading a congregation committed to embodying the gospel in its historic New England context. He holds a Master of Divinity and a Master of Theology in Missiology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, as well as a degree in Marketing from the University of Tennessee. Steven and his wife, Sarah, have two daughters. Sarah White has served with the Lausanne Movement since 2014, where she oversees operations and logistics for global gatherings and consultations. Before joining Lausanne, she worked in higher education administration for six years at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where she also earned her Master of Divinity. She currently resides in Massachusetts with her husband, Steven, and their two daughters.

What if making disciples isn’t about running programs… but sharing your life? And what if mission doesn’t start with strategy… but with resilient disciples formed through ordinary rhythms of church life? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Rick Hill unpacks: ✅ How Jesus formed disciples through stages of invitation (“come and see” → “follow me” → “go and make”) ✅ Why life-on-life formation is more powerful than programs ✅ How to build spiritual habits that create self-feeding, resilient believers ✅ Why mission is the natural overflow of discipleship ✅ How Ireland’s spiritual story reveals both the dangers of cultural Christianity and the hope of renewal ✅ What the global church can learn about humility, dependence, and crossing boundaries for the gospel If you care about discipleship, mission, or the future of the church, this episode is for you. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Rick Hill’s Book: 📖 Deep Roots of Resilient Disciples (available on Amazon & major retailers) Connect with Rick: 📝 Blog: https://rickhill.wordpress.com 📱 X / Instagram: @RickHillNI Presbyterian Church in Ireland – Mission & Church Planting: 🌍 https://www.presbyterianireland.org/Mission Lausanne Movement: 🌐 https://www.lausanne.org About Rick Hill Rick Hill serves as the Mission Development Officer for the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, where he helps plant and revitalize churches, cultivate a missionary posture, develop leaders, and equip communities to engage with the gospel. Based just outside Belfast, Rick is passionate about revitalizing churches and equipping everyday believers to grow as disciples of Jesus and live on mission in a post-Christian culture. He is the author of Deep Roots of Resilient Disciples, a widely used resource exploring how followers of Jesus can develop a long-haul faith through intentional formation, community, and mission. Rick has previously served in student and youth ministry, is an elder in his local church, and speaks regularly across Ireland on mission, discipleship, leadership, and church revitalization. He is married to Sarah, and they have two young boys.

How can we get our people into small groups and involved in the mission of discipleship? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Lindsey Jodts, Groups Pastor at Willow Creek Community Church, about how discipleship flourishes in the context of community. Lindsey shares her journey into ministry, Willow Creek’s evolving small group strategy, and why their vision is “everyone in groups, every group on mission.” This conversation is packed with practical wisdom for churches of every size seeking to form Christlike disciples who live for the sake of others 📌 Main Points If this conversation encouraged you, share it with your pastor, small group leader, or ministry team. Be sure to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and join us in the vision of disciple-making churches for every people and place. 📚 Links & Resources rightnowmedia.org bibleproject.com https://www.experiencerooted.com/ Guest Bio: Lindsey Jodts is the Groups and Compassion & Justice Pastor at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois. She holds a Master of Leadership in Ministry from Judson University and has years of experience leading women’s communities, young adult ministries, and discipleship initiatives. Lindsey is a gifted teacher and communicator, known for helping people grow in authentic faith through formative experiences and biblical community.

Is ministry destined to be lonely? Jason Ballard offers a hopeful vision for pastors and ministry leaders — one rooted in deep friendship, shared burdens, and collaboration between local churches and parachurch ministries. In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Ballard — lead pastor of The Way Church in Vancouver and executive director of The Pastorate — reflects on the challenges and joys of pastoral leadership. Drawing from his own journey in both parachurch and local church ministry, Jason explores how friendships sustain pastors, how parachurch leaders can walk alongside churches, and why flourishing relationships are essential for the witness of the gospel and the advance of God’s global mission. Main Points Call to Action If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this episode with your pastor or a ministry leader. Together, let’s strengthen the bonds of friendship in God’s mission. Links & Resources https://www.thepastorate.ca/ https://www.thepastorate.ca/podcast thewaychurch.ca Guest Bio Jason Ballard is Lead Pastor of The Way Church Vancouver, a community dedicated to “joining Jesus in the restoration of all things” in Vancouver and beyond. He also serves as Executive Director of The Pastorate (formerly the Canadian Church Leaders Network), where he hosts The Pastorate Podcast—connecting with pastors across Canada to strengthen their heart, vision, and resilience. Jason is passionate about making space for doubt and honest exploration of faith, and helping people grow as disciples of Jesus. He lives in Vancouver with his wife Rachael and their three children, Hudson, Mary, and Millie.

What if the true measure of ministry isn’t size or success—but simple faithfulness to Jesus? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Daniel Im—author, pastor, and disciple-maker—shares his powerful journey from disillusionment in ministry to a renewed vision for the local church. He opens up about his own season of pain and healing, challenges traditional church growth models, and invites us to embrace the call of making disciples who make disciples. This conversation is both deeply pastoral and profoundly practical for anyone passionate about the Great Commission. Main Points Call to Action If this conversation encouraged you, take a moment to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone passionate about discipleship and the global church. Links & Resources danielim.com https://www.amazon.com/Discipleship-Opportunity-Leading-Great-Commission-Post-Everything/dp/1641587490 https://www.amazon.com/No-Silver-Bullets-Transform-Ministry/dp/1433651548 Guest Bio Daniel Im is the Lead Pastor of Beulah Alliance Church in Edmonton, Alberta, a Bible teacher on 100 Huntley Street, and the author of several books including The Discipleship Opportunity: Leading a Great-Commission Church in a Post-Everything World, No Silver Bullets, Planting Missional Churches, and You Are What You Do. He has served in churches ranging from 100 to 50,000 people across Canada, Korea, and the U.S., and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience from Western Theological Seminary. Daniel has co-hosted podcasts with over 3 million downloads and now co-hosts the IMbetween Podcast with his wife, Christina, equipping couples to build marriages and families they love. Married since 2006, Daniel and Christina have three children and speak together at FamilyLife Canada’s Weekend Getaway Marriage Conference.

Imagine the gospel in every heart language through digital storytelling. Discover how projects like The Chosen illustrate the power of media, collaboration, and creativity in advancing global mission. In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Stan Jantz, Global Ambassador for the Come and See Foundation, the organization behind The Chosen. Together, they explore how digital media can serve as a powerful tool for mission, the role of storytelling in reaching across cultures, and the global impact of translating The Chosen into 600 languages. Stan also shares his personal mission of being “an influence for the Lord” and how collaboration can accelerate the Great Commission. Main Points: Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this conversation with a friend who is passionate about mission in the digital age. For more resources, visit lausanne.org. Links & Resources: Come and See Foundation https://www.comeandseefoundation.org/The Chosen App https://www.thechosen.tv/en-us https://www.amazon.com/True-Story-Christianity-Worth-Believing/dp/0830836098 https://www.amazon.com/Surprising-Rebirth-Belief-God-Christianity/dp/1496466772

🔥 What kind of church will shape Africa in 2060? According to Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana, it starts with indigenous disciple-makers who multiply from the ground up. 🎧 Episode Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana shares how God transformed his life—from homelessness in Kigali to becoming a movement leader equipping disciple-makers across Sub-Saharan Africa. As founder of the Humira Mission Agency and President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, Pascal unpacks how deep discipleship, indigenous leadership, and grassroots mission are preparing the church in Africa for a spiritual awakening in the coming decades. 📌 Main Points & Takeaways • A Story of Redemption and Calling: How Pascal’s encounter with Christ as a street youth changed everything—and led to a lifetime of mission. • Why He Returned to Rwanda: Despite opportunities in the U.S. after Wheaton, obedience to God’s call drew him back to invest in the African church. • Rwanda Ministry Context: In Rwanda, people are no longer convinced by words—they want to see lives transformed. • Humira Mission Agency: A growing network training local leaders as tentmaking disciple-makers in Rwanda, Uganda, DRC, and Mozambique. • Discipleship Is a Lifestyle: Beyond events or teaching—it’s about relationships, obedience, and slow, intentional investment. • How to Train Multipliers: Pascal shares how they equip leaders with theological depth, practical skills, and character formation. • Encouragement for Discouraged Leaders: Disappointment is part of the journey—Jesus experienced it too. Keep going. 🙌 Call to Action If you were inspired by Pascal’s story and vision, take a moment to pray for the work of the Humira Mission Agency and the future of the African church. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a ministry leader or missionary friend. 🔗 Links & Resources • 🌍 Humira Mission Agency – https://humuramissionagency.org/ Guest Bio: Pascal Ndagijimana is a Rwandan church planter, pastor, and movement leader passionate about multiplying indigenous disciple-makers across Africa. He is the founder of Humura Mission Agency (HMA), serves as President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, and is also the Vice President of Africa Bora Ministries. Pascal pastors Rugerero Village Baptist Church and is widely known as a Bible teacher and conference speaker. Through HMA, he organizes leadership and discipleship conferences that equip local leaders in Rwanda, Uganda, the DRC, and Mozambique. A graduate of Wheaton College (M.A. in Evangelism and Leadership), Pascal was also part of the Lausanne Younger Leaders Gathering in 2016 (YLG2016)—an experience that helped shape his vision for grassroots disciple-making movements. He and his wife, Peace, have two children, and serves full-time with Humura Mission Agency.

🔥 How can churches move beyond simply gathering people to actually making disciples who transform communities? 🎧 Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson talks with Mark Williamson, leader, coach, and pioneer behind One Rock International and Fresh Expressions UK. Mark shares how disciple-making lies at the heart of true church growth, why he believes Fresh Expressions of church are crucial for reaching today’s world, and how raising Christlike leaders fuels Kingdom transformation. Packed with practical examples and spiritual wisdom, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about seeing the global Church thrive. 💡 Main Points 📣 Call to Action Are you ready to build a disciple-making church and raise leaders who transform communities for Christ? Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this episode with your network. Explore more resources on our website to equip your journey in global mission. 🔗 Links & Resources onerockinternational.com freshexpressions.org.uk messychurch.org.uk Contact Mark Williamson → mark@onerockinternational.com Mark Williamson is the co-founder and Executive Director of One Rock International, where he equips emerging Christian leaders through spiritual formation, coaching, and leadership training. He also serves as Chair of the Board for Fresh Expressions UK, helping pioneer new forms of missional church that reach people outside traditional congregations. A Methodist lay preacher and seasoned leadership trainer, Mark has spent over 20 years mentoring church planters, social entrepreneurs, and ministry pioneers across the globe. He has helped lead innovative faith communities like Sanctuary Westminster in central London, and he regularly writes and teaches on Christlike leadership, disciple-making, and the global mission of the church.