God's given you a vision to plant a church. You're gifted and maybe have the team ready to go. However, there are thousands of details and hundreds of questions that you have. In this podcast we will answer some of the common questions and answer listener submitted questions to help you fulfill the call the Lord's given you.
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Originally recorded for my friends. This started as a private audio I made for pastors and leaders I know personally, walking them through how I built AI agents that actually run parts of my work and life. Enough people asked for it that I'm making it public. I'm not a programmer and I don't write code. Over the past year I built what amounts to a personal AI operating system: an AI chief of staff…
In the early days of church planting, having the right leadership structure can mean the difference between agility and frustration—or even survival and failure. In this episode of Church Planters Ask , Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill break down the best leadership model for the prelaunch phase, including the triad governance structure that gives church planters accountability without…
Your launch team can either be the fuel that propels your church plant forward or the friction that slows it down. So, what’s the best way to develop and lead them well? In this episode of Church Planters Ask , Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill break down the Top 10 Things you need to do with your launch team—including how to build mission-focused culture, create momentum, avoid common mistakes,…
Letting go of a volunteer is one of the hardest things a church planter will face—but avoiding the conversation can cause even bigger problems. In this episode of Church Planters Ask , Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill break down how to transition volunteers with grace, clarity, and integrity. From setting expectations upfront to navigating those tough conversations with honesty and care, they…
When someone leaves your church, it can feel personal, painful, and even discouraging. In this episode of Church Planters Ask , Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill dive deep into a question every church planter faces: What do I do when people want to leave? From their early struggles with guilt-driven retention to the wisdom of sending people off with grace, they share raw, real, and practical…
In this episode of Church Planters Ask , Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill tackle the often-debated question: Should non-believers be part of your church launch team? Spoiler alert: the answer is a resounding YES! 🎉 Discover why incorporating non-believers can bring fresh perspectives, inspire team members, and set the stage for a culture of grace and evangelism. Danny and Chris share real-life…
In this episode of Church Planters Ask , hosts Chris Highfill and Danny Parmelee explore practical strategies for connecting in a new community—or even reconnecting in one you’ve lived in for years. Drawing from personal experiences and proven methods, they discuss five essential steps for church planters: Pray Strategically – Prayer is foundational. Chris shares how prayer walks and intentional…
In this episode of Church Planters Ask , titled “What Are the Keys to a Successful Launch?” hosts Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill dive into the essential elements that contribute to a successful church plant. Drawing on years of experience assessing church planters, they outline five critical "M's" for a strong church launch. Move of God : A successful church launch begins with a spiritual…
In this episode of Church Planters Ask , Danny Parmelee and Chris Highfill tackle the question, "Should we have a launch team covenant?" They explore what a launch team covenant is and whether it's necessary when forming a church launch team. While Danny shares his personal reservations about formal covenants, citing that they can create barriers, especially with new members or non-believers,…
