#17 - Building Ecosystems of Empowerment: Strategies for Growing Strong Leaders in Your Organization with Gus Hernandez Jr.

The Nonprofit Renaissance

When was the last time you encountered a story so inspiring that it left you reflecting on your own journey of faith and leadership? Gus Hernandez Jr., a catalyst for change in North American church planting, shares his remarkable transition from being his family's first believer to steering them, and countless others, towards ministry. As the Director of Sending Churches at the North American Mission Board and Executive Pastor at Reality Church in Miami, Gus unpacks the SEND Network's vision of fostering kingdom diversity and propelling the growth of new faith communities that aim to engage 1% of North America over the next decade.
Venture with us into the inner workings of church dynamics, where we dissect the art of nurturing a sending culture. Hear time-tested strategies for developing potential church planters within your congregation by leveraging sending labs and identifying budding leaders among your members. We also discuss the interplay between multi-site church growth and leadership development, revealing the powerful impact of recognizing and cultivating the potential within those we lead. This conversation is a goldmine for anyone with a heart for empowering the next wave of church leaders.
As we navigate the delicate balance of juggling multiple ministry roles, I share my personal strategies for managing a demanding schedule, setting healthy boundaries, and the underestimated value of rest. In the latter part of our conversation, we delve into the nuances of creating a disciple-making culture within home groups and the importance of building a feedback-rich environment. Gus's passion is infectious, and his leadership serves as a beacon of hope, demonstrating that through dedication and service, one can indeed ignite a renaissance within faith communities. Join us for this episode filled with profound insights and actionable wisdom, tailored to uplift and inspire your own mission.
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章节

1. #17 - Building Ecosystems of Empowerment: Strategies for Growing Strong Leaders in Your Organization with Gus Hernandez Jr. (00:00:00)

2. Helping Nonprofits Grow and Serve (00:00:10)

3. Developing Sending Culture in Churches (00:09:27)

4. Assessing and Preparing Church Planters (00:18:14)

5. Balancing Ministry Roles and Boundaries (00:25:42)

6. Developing a Strategy for Disciple-Making (00:34:13)

7. Developing a Feedback Culture (00:46:32)

8. Passion and Service Fuel Renaissance (00:56:15)