SCBA Leadership Podcast

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #52—On Community Outreach with Sil Ornelas

In this episode Matt Singleton talks with veteran pastor, Sil Ornelas.  The focus of their conversation is on how churches, even those in country settings, can reach people with the gospel.  Pastor Sil brings a lot of experience and practical wisdom, along with some great ideas for local outreach.  

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #51—On the SCBA in 2025 with DOM, Matt Singleton

In this episode, SCBA DOM, Matt Singleton, shares six things we have to look forward to in 2025. You can find much information on our website, www.southcentralarea.net, including an updated calendar for next year.
Evaluating Structure with Steering Committee & Associational Officers
Winter Bible Conference with Dr. Ben Craver
Church Revitalization ILF Groups for Pastors/Ministers
Missions Banquet with Dr. Allan Karr
Ministry Wives Appreciation Dinner with Nancy Traylor
Revamping Associational Annual Meetings

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #50—On Student Ministry with Allen Frans, Daniel Villarreal, Jadin Heriford & Alex Wheeler

In this episode Matt Singleton talks with a group of student pastors. A majority of the conversation was with Allen Frans, the long-time (30 years!) Youth & Family Pastor at Central Baptist Church in Round Rock. We discussed practical ways to love the community in which one serves, developing leaders for student ministry, and building strong relationships with students. Lots of ministry gold in this episode!

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #49—On Improving Team Work Through Working Genius with Wes Henson

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Wes Henson, Minister of Youth at Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville, Texas. Wes is a certified Working Genius coach. In this episode we talk about what kind of work brings joy and what kind of work drains and how knowing that can help both the leader and those they lead. You can learn more about working genius and take the assessment at www.workinggenius.com. You can buy the book at https://a.co/d/4y0Go4n. 

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #48—On Disaster Relief, Texans on Missions & More with Dr. David Hardage

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Dr. David Hardage, the Director of Church Engagement for Texans On Missions. David has also served many years in the pastorate and as the Executive Director for Texas Baptists (BGCT). In this conversation we talk about the several different ministries provided by Texans on Missions, including Disaster Relief. We also discussed the recent name change from Texas Baptist Men and he gave a special message of encouragement to our pastors.
www.texansonmission.org

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #47—On Spurgeon, Prayer & Preaching with Dr. Keeney Dickenson

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Dr. Keeney Dickenson. He is a pastor (FBC Crockett), author, and the Prayer Ministry Specialist with the SBTC. This conversation focuses on his book -- "Spurgeon: The Prayer-Powered Pulpit of the Prince of Preachers Paperback"
www.prayeridigm.com

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #46—On Domestic Abuse and the Local Church

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Stacey Womack, founder and Executive Director of Abuse Recovery Ministry & Services (ARMS). We discuss the prevalence of abuse, what domestic abuse is, the different types of abuse, the cycle of abuse, the signs of abuse and how ministers can help those in an abusive situation. Stacey has recently written a book on the subject and her ministry has a ton of helpful resources for the faith community. Check out their resources in the links below. 
Stacey's Book: "On the Frontlines of Abuse: Strategies for the Faith Community"
ARMS Resources: https://abuserecovery.org/resources/
 
 

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #45—On the Oral Tradition Behind the Written Word with Dr. Nick Acker

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Dr. Nick Acker, pastor of Grace Church in Ventura, California. Dr. Acker has recently released a book titled: Exegeting Orality: Interpreting the Inspired Words of Scripture in Light of Their Oral Traditional Origins. We discuss it at length, but to learn more, you can visit his website.
 
http://graceventura.org/about-grace-church/our-team
https://www.amazon.com/Exegeting-Orality-Interpreting-Scripture-Traditional-ebook/dp/B0DHR3GVXG?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TcAgEw_aBn6YNBN1Nnjbq1fLriUz-JR02RZJ9DSTO1A.OoiW-LGB5zv_WLmVTMsgbtxxmmje7wozOIl6len5Uko&dib_tag=AUTHOR
https://sites.google.com/view/unwritingthebible

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #44—On Church Planting in Houston with Andy Barlow

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Andy Barlow, Discipleship Pastor at Hope Church Montgomery, about making ministry transitions, the nature of discipleship, prioritizing God and family in the ministry, and serving in a church plant that seeks to plant churches that will in turn plant churches. We discussed their work with NAMB's SEND Network and their church planting assessment.

SCBA Leadership Podcast Episode #43—On the State of Pastors & Churches with Professor Dr. Ben Craver

In this episode DOM Matt Singleton talks with Dr. Ben Craver, Professor of Religion in the School of Christian Studies at Wayland Baptist University in San Antonio. Dr. Craver has a wealth of experience as a pastor and interim pastor, giving him a unique vantage point in congregational life. In this conversation, we talk about the hopes and challenges for both minister and church.