Exploring spaces for leaders to discover, collaborate, and prepare together for God's work in the world. A series of conversations from the Metro District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, for churches, pastors, and leaders in the Metro District and around the world who are looking to impact their communities with Spirit-led leadership and kingdom values for multi-ethnic, multicultural expressions of the gospel. Hosted by Kelvin Walker and Kim Valenzuela.
It is no secret that our time in a ministry assignment always has an end date. While it isn't necessarily clear when we will say goodbye to one assignment and hello to the next, we can be clear on how we set the church up for success to receive the next leader and leadership. Join us to hear from Boyd Hannold and Alex Chang on a behind the scenes look on the transition of lead pastors at Princeton Alliance Church. You will hear this is more than just a logistical exchange of roles. This really was the blessing of two men who are friends and care deeply for what God was doing in each of their lives. Enjoy the episode!
52 min
6 January 2025
Fostering a Community That Cares
Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 3! In this episode we welcomed Melisa Page-Bailie, NYC Director for Promise686, and Mark Atkinson, NYC Area Director for CarePortal. Our eyes and hearts were opened to opportunities the Church, especially our Metro District churches, can play a significant role in supporting foster care families and the impact this can have generationally for families and individuals. Do not miss this conversation!
54 min
29 October 2024
Why Evangelism...
Jennifer Chan, Missional Strategist for City to City, joins us in our latest podcast to talk about Evangelism. As many listening know, our Metro District is continuing to grow our partnership with City to City and Jennifer has supported our churches in developing evangelism teams. Join us to listen in to what evangelism is and why it still matters today in our churches.
53 min
29 October 2024
Engaging Justice and the Prophetic in Philadelphia
Welcome to Season 3 of the Collective Leadership Podcast. For Episode 1 of this season, we have Rev. Jim Rudd of True Vine Church Community in Philadelphia, PA. Rev. Rudd is the founding pastor of True Vine and has a keen eye on the intersection between justice, city life, and the prophetic. Enjoy the time with Kelvin, Jim and Omar!
48 min
12 June 2024
Ep. 20 - God's Heart For The City Of Trenton
Join us to hear about what God has been doing in, thorugh, and for the Trenton area of new Jersey. We are joined by Rev. Kevin Namur (Redeemer Alliance), Rev. Roberto Tovar (Living Hope), and Rev. Frankie Pavia (Edinburgh Road Chapel). They discuss their collaborative partnership with Center City Network and God's heart for Trenton. This is an inspiring story of how God uses small steps to innovate something big in our own district.Collective Leadership: https://metrocma.org/podcastThe Metro District: https://metrocma.org/
62 min
15 May 2024
Ep. 19 - Healthy, Thriving, Renewal-Seeking Church - Rev. Kim Valenzuela
Joining us for this month's Collective Leadership Podcast is Rev. Kim Valenzuela, Director of Revitalization & Multiplication Strategy. Kim addresses what our district is learning from PEAK -- what is generally in the mix when a church is thriving and some surprises regarding discipleship. Happy listening!Collective Leadership: https://metrocma.org/podcastThe Metro District: https://metrocma.org/
48 min
15 February 2024
Ep. 18 - Addressing The Inner World Inner World - Rev. Sam Park
Rev. Sam Park has a varied background as church planter, English Lead Pastor at Queens Herald Church in Queens, NY, and a chaplain for the Metro District.We talk with Sam today about the inner world, as well as what he finds most licensed ministers deal with regarding their inner world.Collective Leadership: https://metrocma.org/podcastThe Metro District: https://metrocma.org/
54 min
18 January 2024
Ep. 17 - Leadership Development & Soul Care - Taking Off The Emotional Mask - Rev. Pastor Tim Daniels
Omar & Kelvin Walker are joined by Rev. Tim Daniels, Lead Pastor of Newbridge Church in Morristown, NJ. Tim speaks about his story navigating through trauma, family patterns, and the healing that Jesus brought throughout his life. Sometimes it is necessary to get honest and take off the emotional mask. Collective Leadership: https://metrocma.org/podcastThe Metro District: https://metrocma.org/
41 min
15 December 2023
Ep. 16 - Everthing We Need For Ministry and Life's Challenges - Rev. Charles Galbreath
In this episode, we hear from Rev. Dr. Charles Galbreath, senior pastor of Alliance Tabernacle in Brooklyn, NY. We hit a number of areas in our lives and ministries where God has already provided all that we need. Are we attentive to creating space to hear and receive from the Lord all that we need to excel in ministry and life? Happy listening. Collective Leadership: https://metrocma.org/podcastThe Metro District: https://metrocma.org/
44 min
27 November 2023
Ep. 15 - Finding God in the Dark and Down Places - Rev. Sarah Polera
Today, we get to hear from Rev. Sarah Polera, Executive Pastor at Bedford Community Church in Bedford Hills, NY. In this episode, we unpack our core value of Ministry and Life in the Spirit. Pastor Sarah will talk with us about how leaders can find God and community in the dark and down places we all hit when ministering with our churches. Collective Leadership: https://metrocma.org/podcastThe Metro District: https://metrocma.org/
