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Today, we are joined by Pastor Dave Barringer from Kalamazoo First Assembly of God to share a refreshing vision for one of the most important parts of leading but also one of peoples least favorites: Meetings. Pastors Aaron and Dave discuss how you can transform your staff, board, and business gatherings into dynamic, life giving moments that your team actually looks forward to. Pastor Dave shares his philosophy on turning meetings into "family gatherings" that celebrate wins, build deep trust, and fuel creativity. This episode is full of encouragement and equipping practices to build a team culture where coming together is the highlight of the week.

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Welcome to the L3 Podcast! We hope this podcast will be helpful to both you and your ministry.

Today, we are joined by Pastor Jason Forsman, the Youth Alive Director for the Michigan Ministry Network, to discuss one of the most critical mission fields in our culture: the public school campus. Is the school system a closed door to the Gospel, or are we just missing the strategy? Pastor Jason unpacks the vision of Youth Alive, explaining that it is not just a club, but a comprehensive strategy to empower students to reach students. Pastors Aaron and Jason discuss campus ministry, the vital importance of prayer, and how youth pastors can shift from trying to do the ministry themselves to equipping students to be missionaries in their own hallways. You can find out more information at miyouthalive.com or email Jason at jason@miyouthalive.com.

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In this special solo episode, Pastor Aaron Hlavin shares an inspiring New Year's message to encourage leaders as they close out one year and step into the next. It's so vital that we mark the trail of God's faithfulness in the past year, both personally and spiritually, while also daring to dream big for the future. This is a heartfelt call to embrace the "new" that God wants to do in 2026, with a prayer for revival, favor, and the courage to win our cities for Jesus.

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Today, we have a special Christmas episode featuring the executive officers of the Michigan Ministry Network: Superintendent Aaron Hlavin, Assistant Superintendent Brad Trask, and Secretary-Treasurer Brooks McElhany. As we wrap up another year of ministry, join us for a time of reflection, laughter, and encouragement. Our leaders share personal updates from health journeys and grandbabies to empty nests and new seasons of life, offering a candid look at the joys and challenges of this past year. They discuss the importance of slowing down, being present with family, and viewing the future through a lens of God’s limitless possibilities rather than our own limitations. We are grateful for every pastor in our network and want to wish you a very merry Christmas!

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Today, we are joined by Pastor Rochelle Beckmeyer pastor of Echo Christian Fellowship for an eye-opening conversation on serving those with disabilities in the local church. Is disability ministry reserved only for experts or large churches with big budgets? How do we move beyond simple ADA compliance to creating a culture of genuine belonging for individuals with physical, cognitive, and mental health challenges? Pastor Rochelle shares her journey and challenges leaders to see individuals with disabilities not as a category or a project, but as people who need Jesus and community just like anyone else. Pastors Aaron and Rochelle discuss the healthy "slowing down" of ministry, overcoming the fear of the unknown, and practical, low-cost ways to make your church more welcoming—from navigating your building in a wheelchair to simply offering friendship.

You can email pastor Rochelle at rochellemi@yahoo.com

You can find resources on ministering to people with special needs at: Special Touch Ministry: specialtouch.org

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Today, we are joined by Rich Cassanova, a former Marine and 23-year veteran of the Michigan State Police with two decades of SWAT experience, to discuss the critical topic of Church Safety. Is safety just a mindset, or is it a ministry? Rich shares his expert perspective on why a prepared safety team is essential for creating an environment where families can worship in peace and confidence. How does a church of any size begin to assess its vulnerabilities? What should a pastor look for when recruiting safety team members? Pastor Aaron and Rich discuss practical steps for conducting a safety audit, the importance of "key control," and why spiritual maturity and decision-making skills are often more valuable than tactical experience when building your team.

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Welcome to the L3 Podcast! We hope this podcast will be helpful to both you and your ministry.

Today, we have a special solo episode with our host, Pastor Aaron Hlavin, sharing a heartfelt Thanksgiving message for the network. In the midst of ministry demands, why is thankfulness one of the most undervalued qualities we possess? Pastor Aaron reflects on how gratitude serves as a powerful cure for selfishness and pride, helping us live outside of ourselves and not take life too personally. He shares a profound perspective on being thankful for the very ability to love, his personal daily routine for cultivating a grateful heart, and offers a deep word of appreciation to every pastor, missionary, and ministry leader serving in our state. As we head into the holidays, take a few minutes to be encouraged, refreshed, and reminded of the joy of serving together.

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Today, we conclude our powerful three-part series with Professor and Evangelist CaVar Reid, tackling the challenging and critical topic of sexuality in the church. In this final conversation, Pastors Aaron and CaVar discuss how to move past cultural assumptions and our own hypocrisy to minister effectively to those struggling with all forms of sexual sin. How do we hold firm to biblical holiness while creating a "hospital" culture that welcomes people in their mess? Pastor CaVar shares profound insights on why "rules without relationship leads to rebellion" and why the church must become a new "family" for those who leave a previous lifestyle to follow Christ. They explore the necessity of Christ-dependence, the messy process of discipleship, and why we must lead people to Jesus first, trusting the Holy Spirit to do the work.

For more information on the Michigan Ministry Network, please go to our website at mmn.ag.