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This is part two of a wonderful interview with Alan Briggs with Stay Forth Designs. Pastors Adam Clagg & Brandon Johns talk with Alan about improving our schedules, creating 30-minute meetings, adding margain to your day so you have more creativity and more!  You will enjoy this! Share this with five leaders, not just pastors. LIke our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast  ALAN BRIGGS Founder, Lead Creative, Coach Alan is a mountain guide for the leadership journey. He loves outdoor adventures, but the greatest adventure of his being a father and husband. Alan is crazy about helping hungry leaders conquer overwhelm and navigate with courage. He serves leaders and organizations around the country through coaching, speaking, consulting, designing experiences, hosting mastermind groups, writing his own books and ghostwriting for others. He co-hosts Right Side up Leadership Podcast and regularly writes for Outreach and Field Notes . https://www.stayforth.com/ https://www.stayforth.com/resources/ Alan Briggs' Author Page on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Alan-Briggs/e/B0101LUSLI/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1

This is part one of a wonderful interview with Alan Briggs with Stay forth Designs.  Pastors Adam Clagg & Brandon Johns discuss leadership coaching, passion, drive, and our callings.  You will enjoy this!  Share this with five pastors! LIke our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast ALAN BRIGGS Founder, Lead Creative, Coach Alan is a mountain guide for the leadership journey. He loves outdoor adventures, but the greatest adventure of his being a father and husband. Alan is crazy about helping hungry leaders conquer overwhelm and navigate with courage. He serves leaders and organizations around the country through coaching, speaking, consulting, designing experiences, hosting mastermind groups, writing his own books and ghostwriting for others. He co-hosts Right Side up Leadership Podcast and regularly writes for Outreach and Field Notes . https://www.stayforth.com/ https://www.stayforth.com/resources/ Alan Briggs' Author Page on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Alan-Briggs/e/B0101LUSLI/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1

In episode 26 of the Every Pastor Podcast, Adam and Brandon continue to discuss the changes they are already seeing in their churches as things get better with the pandemic. The week they recorded episodes 25 and 26, their county's mask mandate ended and their state ended almost all restrictions. In this episode, they ponder what church will be like the next few weeks and months as people try to return to normal life. What do people expect about church? Will we return to passing the offering plate and shaking hands?

In episode 25 of the Every Pastor Podcast, Adam and Brandon discuss the changes they are already seeing in their churches as things get better with the pandemic. The week they recorded episodes 25 and 26, their county's mask mandate ended and their state ended almost all restrictions. In this episode, they ponder what church will be like the next few weeks and months as people try to return to normal life. What do people expect about church? Will we return to passing the offering plate and shaking hands?  Connect with us on Facebook: facebook.com/EveryPastorPodcast

Pastoring a local body of believers can be stressful.  If we as pastors are going to care for our church and our people, we must take care of ourselves and our familes.  On episode 24, Pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns share a few things they do to destress and how and where some of their favorite vacation spots are.  *Disclaimer: You will hear a lot about both their families' favorite place to vacation, Walt Disney World.  I hope you enjoy hearing about the importance of destressing! Mentioned in this podcast - unlockingthemagic.com (Brandon's go to podcast for all things Disney)

One of the most incredible pieces of software around for pastors is Logos. It is big, robust, and dynamic... but it can also be intimidating.  Today Pastors Brandon Johns and Adam Clagg chat with Richard Villanueva, one of the guys who do training with the software.  Richard helps the software become a little less daunting, and how anyone on any budget can take advantage of this Logos! You can find him and the other guys who run Logos Daily at https://logos-daily.com/ or on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BraveDaily

This is part two of our awesome interview with Joshua Riggs from WorshipResources.Church  In this episode, Pastors Brandon, Adam, and Joshua discuss avoiding getting "strikes" from YouTube and Facebook for music copyright, improving stage lighting, different streaming providers (including ones that will stream the service directly to your church's website), cameras, and what to do if your live feed ends in the middle of a service, and more.  Tweetable quotes: "You, as the pastor, need to address the online audience every week." - Joshua Riggs Streaming Providers: Resi (Top of the Line) Light Cast Media  ChurchStreaming.tv  Vimeo Live Stream  Haivision Media  Fusion  BoxCast (What Joshua's church uses) Worship Channels  StreamingChurch.tv  LifeStream TV  Stream Monkey  Sermon.net Be sure to follow us on the Every Pastor Facebook page.  Connect with our guest Joshua Riggs: Joshua@WorshipResources.Church Youtube: Worship Resources For Churches https://www.facebook.com/WRSHPresources  https://www.instagram.com/WRSHPresources  https://www.twitter.com/WRSHPresources  https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrshpresources

In this episode we interview Joshua Riggs, Worship Pastor at Bethany Church in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He also has a great website WorshipResources.church with free and inexpensive resources for your church. WorshipResourches.Church shows you how to get and use sermon graphics, videos, social media, motion backgrounds, stock photos, and more. His website helps you discover and learn how to use quality resources to make your church look better. Check it out! Our discussion is about how we can do a better job live streaming our church services.  Conversation starter: How is live streaming working for you? What are the limitations? VIDEO Switcher Studio is the system that is currently used in Adam's church and Brandon's church.  Next step with physical cameras would be an ATEM Mini Pro ($600) that has 4 video inputs and audio. Also, ATEM Studio ($1,000) with 8 inputs / SDI connections HDMI has limitations. SDI is broadcast/standard.  Joshua recommends thinking long term (next 3 to 5 years) and purchase gear that is scaleable. Cameras- Canon or Panasonic 4k options ($1,200-$2,000) Canon XA45 - 4K is about $2,000 PTZ is low profile, but not recommended. AUDIO "The most important thing about video streaming is the audio." Get your audio from the board using an interface like iRig.  You should use the Aux out from the board or bus mis, not the main house mix.  Things sound different in the sanctuary versus on someone's phone, tablet, or TV. It needs to be a different mix. Monitor it with headphones and solo out the mix you put the live stream on. Most large churches have a separate mixer to get the audio to live stream.  Best option is to use an AUX from the board, set everything to POST FADE anduse headphones to monitor the mix. *** This is part one of this interesting conversation. We still have 40 more minutes that will be released later *** In part two, we will discuss how to get your live feed from your church and to the internet. We discuss Facebook, YouTube, embedding the service directly on your website, lighting, camera angles, pastor's attire, talking to the camera, online host to talk to guests, what to do when the feed is disrupted, and more. Joshua also shares blogs, podcasts, and YouTube channels that he recommends for church media. Subscribe to the podcast so you will get a notification when part two airs.  Joshua can be reached at Joshua@WorshipResources.Church   Be sure to follow our page https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast  You can email Adam Clagg or Brandon Johns at everypastor@gmail.com 

Why do so many of us fail to take a day of rest during the week?  Join Pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns as they discuss what a Sabbath is, ways to be intentional on taking a day of rest and a day with your family, what their routines are, and some practical steps you can take to put this Commandment into practice.  Robert Morris Sermon: Take the Day Off https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2fSDgzz6ZU

What a stressful year (well, almost a year) it's been.  I know pastors are feeling the pressure in a way that is so different than anything before.  Today Pastors Brandon Johns and Adam Clagg are joined by their friend, Dennis Culbreth, to talk about some encouraging words and tips for pastors today.  Dennis has been a pastor for over 40 years and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and care for pastors.  He currently serves at the  Associational Missions Strategist for the Hamilton County Baptist Associtiation.   Please check our our community on facebook  www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast

2021 is here... now what? What are some trends we can expect and prepare for as we lead our churches? Brady Shearer or ProChurchTools put out an incredibly insightful video on this subject earlier in the week. This week, Pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns are joined by their friend, Pastor Alan Rogers to discuss some of these topics and how our churches can be better prepared. Here's a link to the video -  https://youtu.be/MkfyP2hh0Oc Other people mentioned this week: Brady Shearer  Ed Stetzer Carey Nieuwhof Tony Morgan Thom Rainer   

Communication is key in all areas of life. On this episode, pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns talk about “Christianese,” doctrinal words, and other ways of communication that can be helpful in our ministries.

Communication is key in all areas of life. On this episode, pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns talk about “Christianese,” doctrinal words, and other ways of communication that can be helpful in our ministries.

In the first episode of the new year, Pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns discuss some tips on using the library, how to get a library card even if it’s from a non local library. Make sure to like us at Facebook.com/everypastorpodcast

Have you had communication breakdown?  How many times have you been so frustrated with something because it wasn't communicated well? Today Pastors Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns talks about the how, when, where, and why on communicating information to the church.  They also talk about different tools that are at our disposal to communicate well.

Many holidays are always on a Sunday, while others are celebrated with a long weekend. Other holidays just happen to fall on Sunday some years.  What should churches do?  Do we ignore that Valentine's Day, Independence Day, and Halloween all fall on a Sunday in 2021?  In this episode, Pastor Adam and Pastor Brandon share some ideas for using holiday celebrations as outreach to the community, ministry to our congregations, and also glorifying the Lord.  Please share your ideas by visiting our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast The Every Pastor Podcast with Adam Clagg & Brandon Johns Do you want to start a BLOG?  Click here to get started: https://www.bluehost.com/track/everypastor By using our affiliate link, you help support our podcast. https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast

How do we navigate the next 12 to 18 months post-quarantine?  In this episode, we reflect on a workshop we attended about developing strategies and direction for the church in 2021. How can we move from reactive to proactive so our greatest days are ahead of us?  This episode will give you some ideas on reaching your members who have not returned, while also reaching new people who are looking for a safe and exciting church that is "on mission" and will help them have real relationships.  Please share this podcast with a few pastor friends and feel free to comment with your ideas, opinions, and resources.  The Every Pastor Podcast with Adam Clagg & Brandon Johns Do you want to start a BLOG?  Click here to get started: https://www.bluehost.com/track/everypastor By using our affiliate link, you help support our podcast. https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast

In our 10th episode, we share some funny stories of distractions and interruptions during our decades of local church ministry. Laugh along with us and also think about the ways to respond to distractions:  *Ignore *Address *Trust Ushers/Safety Team Also, join in the conversation on our Facebook page and share a funny story of something that happened during a sermon. The Every Pastor Podcast with Adam Clagg & Brandon Johns Do you want to start a BLOG?  Click here to get started: https://www.bluehost.com/track/everypastor By using our affiliate link, you help support our podcast. https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast

What does a pastor do all day? In this episode, two above-average pastors of normal-sized churches share their daily and weekly routines.  Pastor Adam (a night owl who does not keep office hours) and Pastor Brandon (a morning person who keeps regular office hours) discuss how they each get ministry done each day and plan their 40+ hour work weeks. They explain some things they have learned over the years about keeping a healthy rhythm while living the strange ministry schedule.  Adam and Brandon both have children at home, so they also discuss the importance of family time.  Share this episode with a friend who spends the week preparing sermons, writing, visiting, planning, and providing vision for the congregation. Every Pastor Podcast with Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns Do you want to start a BLOG?  Click here to get started: https://www.bluehost.com/track/everypastor By using our affiliate link, you help support our podcast. https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast

Every Pastor Podcast with Adam Clagg and Brandon Johns Do you want to know some really good websites that help with sermon preparation?  In this episode Pastor Adam and Pastor Brandon share 16 online resources that they use every week to prepare sermons and Bible studies.  Do you want to start a BLOG?  Click here to get started: https://www.bluehost.com/track/everypastor By using our affiliate link, you help support our podcast. https://www.facebook.com/everypastorpodcast ++Like our Facebook page to be entered for a drawing for a book by Karl Vaters, small church ministry expert.++ Websites mentioned Bible Study tools https://www.biblegateway.com/ https://www.bible.com/ https://biblehub.com/ https://www.codexsinaiticus.org/en/ https://www.blueletterbible.org/ https://www.preceptaustin.org/ https://www.logos.com/ https://www.monergism.com/ https://www.biblica.com/ Ministry https://www.reasonablefaith.org/ https://radical.net/ https://www.youtube.com/user/Seanmcdowell76 https://www.wordhippo.com/ Graphics https://open.life.church/resources https://www.canva.com/ https://snappa.io/