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Intentional Churches Podcast

Intentional Churches Podcast

Auteur(s): Doug Parks & Erin Johnston
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 Church Leader, shift your focus from mere institutional insights to individual transformation. Be intentional. Join hosts Doug Parks (CEO and Co-Founder of Intentional Churches) and Erin Johnston (Co-Executive Pastor of Canyon Ridge Christian Church) as they share weekly thought-provoking discussions and actionable takeaways that will resource you to help your people encounter Jesus. Take the step toward authentic discipleship of your congregation so you can mobilize the ninety-nine to reach the one.© Intentional Churches Christianisme Développement commercial et entrepreneuriat Entrepreneurship Gestion et leadership Pastorale et évangélisme Spiritualité Économie
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  • AI, Spirituality, and the Future of the Church, with Drew Dickens

    AI, Spirituality, and the Future of the Church, with Drew Dickens
    Jan 7 2026
    On this episode of the Intentional Churches Podcast, Doug sits down with longtime broadcaster, ministry leader, and AI researcher Drew Dickens for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on AI, spirituality, and the future of the Church.With more than 30 years of vocational ministry experience—and a front-row seat to the rise of artificial intelligence—Drew helps church leaders move beyond fear and hype to thoughtfully engage how AI is already shaping the pulpit, the pew, and spiritual formation.Together, Doug and Drew explore:Why AI is morally neutral—and how the Church must lead with discernment instead of fearHow AI is quietly becoming a spiritual authority in people’s livesThe threat AI poses to embodiment, community, and relational discipleshipWhat pastors need to understand about how congregants are already using AI for therapy, prayer, and guidanceHow church leaders can use AI responsibly as a tool, not a replacement for Spirit-led formationPractical ways AI can support relational evangelism without replacing human connectionDrew also shares a powerful personal story that illustrates both the real comfort and the real dangers of AI—and why everything must ultimately be brought back into Spirit-filled community.If you’re a senior pastor, ministry leader, or church staff member wondering how to lead faithfully in a rapidly changing digital landscape, this conversation will help you think clearly, lead courageously, and shepherd wisely in the age of AI.New to Intentional Churches? Start here:intentionalchurches.comTimestamps00:00 – A late-night conversation with AI that changed everything01:00 – Welcome to the Intentional Churches Podcast01:26 – Meet Drew Dickens: broadcaster, ministry leader, and early AI adopter03:10 – Drew’s journey from national radio to evangelism and contemplative prayer apps05:19 – Reaching hundreds of thousands daily through Scripture and meditation06:33 – Why AI is everywhere—and why most people don’t even realize it07:14 – Is AI “of the devil”? A biblical framework for discernment08:38 – What history teaches us about technology and temptation10:30 – Why pastors can’t ignore how AI is shaping everyday spirituality11:14 – How congregants are already using AI in their spiritual lives13:37 – The three biggest threats AI poses to the Church14:55 – Threat #1: AI and the erosion of spiritual authority16:47 – Threat #2: Disembodiment and the loss of real community18:06 – Threat #3: Algorithm-driven spiritual formation19:47 – How pastors should educate and lead their congregations around AI21:55 – Why transparency from the pulpit matters more than fear24:39 – Embodiment, discipleship, and why relationships still matter most26:17 – AI as therapist: what church leaders need to understand now28:03 – A deeply personal story: grief, AI, and prayer at 1 a.m.30:31 – Bringing AI experiences into Spirit-filled community33:22 – Evangelism, awe, and what AI can never replace35:30 – Why relational evangelism transforms the believer38:07 – Using AI to practice gospel conversations wisely39:58 – A powerful evangelism tool pastors should pay attention to42:34 – AI debating theology: creativity without replacing the Spirit44:12 – Revival, Gen Z, and the Church’s moment of responsibility47:13 – AI as a tool for exploration—not authority48:10 – Where to learn more from Drew Dickens50:09 – Final encouragement for church leaders navigating AI faithfullyWebsite: intentionalchurches.comThe Radical Alignment BookBlog: intentionalchurches.com/blogYouTube: @IntentionalChurchesFacebook: Intentional ChurchesInstagram: @IntentionalChurchesX/Twitter: @IntentChurches
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    51 min
  • Leading Alignment in a Fast-Growing Church, with Chris Steele

    Leading Alignment in a Fast-Growing Church, with Chris Steele
    Dec 10 2025

    On this episode of The Intentional Churches Podcast, Doug talks with Chris Steele about the incredible transformation happening at North Terrace Church in Zanesville, Ohio.

    Chris shares the honest story of how their team realized they were making church attenders instead of disciples, and how that single insight pushed them to rebuild unity, clarify their mission, and align everything around the Great Commission.

    You’ll hear how that alignment sparked a movement of everyday people leading their friends to Jesus, resulting in 34 baptisms in 2023, 125 in 2024, and already 138 baptisms this year. Chris explains how prayer, simple tools, and personal ownership of “the one” have reshaped their entire culture.

    If you’re a church leader looking to rebuild momentum, re-ignite evangelism, or move your people toward mission, this conversation will encourage you and give you practical next steps.

    New to Intentional Churches? Start here:
    intentionalchurches.com

    Timestamps

    00:00 Welcome + Why This Story Matters
    01:25 Chris Steele’s Ministry Background
    03:02 Early Faith Influences
    05:01 Ministry Journey & Leadership Wounds
    07:19 Zanesville Culture & Ministry Context
    11:17 Opportunities and Challenges in Appalachia
    13:35 Rebuilding Generosity and Discipleship
    18:15 Early Culture Shifts at North Terrace
    23:10 COVID Collapse & Losing Half the Church
    24:07 Realizing They Weren’t Making Disciples
    26:44 Building a New Discipleship Pathway
    28:55 A Turning Point: Staff & Elder Unity
    30:42 Discovering IC’s Tools and Language
    31:46 The “One More” Mission
    34:11 The Baptism Explosion
    36:26 Everyday People Leading Their One
    37:37 Young Families Searching for Purpose
    41:36 Preparing for Future Growth
    43:36 How to Join the IC Learning Community

    Links

    Website: intentionalchurches.com
    The Radical Alignment Book
    Blog: intentionalchurches.com/blog
    YouTube: @IntentionalChurches
    Facebook: Intentional Churches
    Instagram: @IntentionalChurches
    X/Twitter: @IntentChurches
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    45 min
  • The Heart Behind Radical Alignment, with Bart Rendel

    The Heart Behind Radical Alignment, with Bart Rendel
    Nov 13 2025

    On this episode of The Intentional Churches Podcast, Doug and Bart unpack the heart behind Radical Alignment: The Surprising Journey of Becoming an Intentional Church—the brand-new book that takes church leaders inside the “why” behind the IC toolbox.

    Together, they share the behind-the-scenes story of how the book came to life—from early church interviews and the conference book challenge to the powerful stories that emerged along the way. You’ll hear about ice-bath baptisms in Florida, a thousand-person Tennessee church mobilizing 597 members to reach their “One,” and the connection between personal Great Commission ownership and lasting church alignment.

    Doug and Bart also explore how urgency, clarity, and obedience are reshaping churches across the IC network, why Radical Alignment serves as a prequel to the original Intentional Church book, and how every leader can reframe their calling through the lens of the Great Commission.


    If you’ve ever wondered how to make evangelism personal again—or how to help your church rediscover its core mission—this conversation will encourage, challenge, and reorient you to what matters most.

    New to Intentional Churches? Start here:
    intentionalchurches.com

    00:00 The Gathering Church and a 70-Year-Old’s Ice Bath Baptism
    02:04 Doug and Bart Catch Up on Life, Travel, and Nicknames
    05:12 Florida Church Plant Stories: Courage and Obedience
    09:51 When Baptism Becomes a Movement
    13:06 Planting, Watering, and Trusting God for the Growth
    15:23 Inside the “One Life” Project and Culture Change in Churches
    18:50 Writing Radical Alignment: The Story Behind the Book
    20:53 The “Why” Behind the IC Toolbox
    23:08 How IC’s Learning Community Shaped the Book
    26:07 Why Radical Alignment Is a Team Study, Not a Solo Read
    27:30 The 25 Foundational Beliefs and IC’s Secret Sauce
    29:27 Church Stories that Prove Great Commission Alignment Works
    31:21 The Hope for Church Leaders Who Read Radical Alignment
    34:17 Doug’s Challenge: “Relational Evangelism Is the Football”
    35:26 From the Road: Nashville’s Airport Gridlock Story
    38:33 Travel Chaos, Grace, and Gratitude
    39:30 Closing Thoughts and Book Details


    Website: intentionalchurches.com
    Get The Book: Radical Alignment
    Blog: intentionalchurches.com/blog
    YouTube: @IntentionalChurches
    Facebook: Intentional Churches
    LinkedIn: Intentional Churches LinkedIn
    Instagram: @IntentionalChurches
    X/Twitter: @IntentChurches

    Join the conversation and tell us how you’re leading your church toward Great Commission alignment.
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    40 min
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