The Training Sessions
The Training Sessions is an interview style podcast where we have conversations on a wide variety of topics with subject matter experts with the goal of helping you be more innovative in your ministry. Join us 3 times a month for a new discussion and learn how you can multiply your ministry.
Episodes
33 episodes since 2023
Becoming President with Sarah
Join Jacob as he talks with new GEM US President, Sarah Robins. Sarah has been with GEM for a few years, but has just transitioned into her new role as president. What exactly will she be doing and how will it impact those missionaries sent fro...
September 18, 2024
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Episode 34
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1:03:55
Arts Impact Zone Round Table with Emilee and Jason
Jacob talks with Emilee Irwin and Jason McFarland about GEM's Arts Impact Zone, but the conversation goes beyond that. They discuss what art includes, the power of art and the importance of connecting with others whether you are an "artist" or ...
September 11, 2024
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Episode 33
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55:37
Impact Zones with Stefan
Join Matt as he talks with Stefan Hanger of GEM Germany to discuss the GEM Initiative of Impact Zones. The conversation goes deeper than what impact zones are, so listen if you are interested in how to collaborate with others and the power behi...
September 04, 2024
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Episode 32
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1:05:04
Prayer Walking in Schools with Wendy
Join Jacob as he interviews Wendy Yaeger about her organization, Keep Watch, whose mission is to cover every school in prayer. Wendy discusses her organization, but also discusses how to take it from idea to ministry.Keep Watch can be f...
August 21, 2024
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Episode 31
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54:20
The Gospel with Jon
Join Matt as he interviews Jon Burns, the President and CEO of GEM International, on the topic of the Gospel. They go back to the basics of what it is and how it should impact our lives.
August 07, 2024
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Episode 30
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1:00:27
Welcoming the Unwelcome with Nelutu
Join Jacob as he interviews Nelutu, a Romanian pastor, who has been working hard to welcome the unwelcome.Biserica Baptista Sfanta Treime (Nelutu's church)
July 17, 2024
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Episode 29
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57:19
Interns with Ian
Join Matt and Ian as they discuss what internships look like, their importance and why both sides of the internship can benefit.
July 03, 2024
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Episode 28
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46:13
Church Partnership with Eric
Join Jacob as he interviews Eric Wakeling, pastor of Calvary Santa Ana and Chairman of the board for GEM International, about how his church partners with both GEM as a whole and GEM missionaries as well.If you want to know how your chu...
June 19, 2024
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Episode 27
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1:05:46
Stewardship Round Table with Chris and Jennifer
Join Matt as he talks with Chris and Jennifer for our last GEM Core Value round table on Stewardship. It's not all about the money.
June 12, 2024
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Episode 26
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44:55
GEMefits (GEM Benefits) with Kris
Join Matt as he interviews Kris Bettinger about GEM benefits. It is a GEM specific episode today, but if you are interested into the importance of benefits and why Kris believes his role is a valuable component to GEM's ministry (Matt and Jacob...
June 05, 2024
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Episode 25
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42:48
Art in Ministry with Matt
It's another interview with a co-host episode. Join Jacob as he interviews Matt about how art can not only be a hobby, but it can be your ministry. Matt has been using art in ministry for years, both in Dublin and in Kansas City.
May 22, 2024
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Episode 24
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48:50
Reflecting on a Career with Jesse
Join Matt as he talks with Jesse about his 40 year career with Greater Europe Mission; what he learned, what he wished he knew and what he is doing now that he is "retired."
May 15, 2024
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Episode 23
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57:14
Passion Round Table with Matt and Jacob
Join co-hosts Matt and Jacob as they discuss GEM's core value of Passion. They discuss how passion can impact your life as well as your ministry.
May 08, 2024
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Episode 22
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52:38
Short Term Teams with Gene
Join Jacob as he interviews Gene Harter, the head of Greater Europe Mission's short term team group, GEM Teams.For more information on how GEM Teams can help you, go to their website and inquire.
April 17, 2024
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Episode 20
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1:04:27
Community Round Table
Join Jacob, Jesse and Kim as they discuss GEM's core value of Community. What does it means for GEM? What does it mean for all Christians?Simplest Way to Change the World: Biblical Hospitality as a Way ...
April 10, 2024
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Episode 19
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56:12
Hobbies with Jacob
Join Matt as he talks with co-host Jacob about the importance of hobbies as well as how hobbies can be an impactful part of your ministry.
April 03, 2024
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Episode 18
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44:54
Singleness on the mission field with Jennifer
Join Jacob as he discusses singleness in the mission field with Jennifer. Jennifer is a counselor as well as the head of the Wellness team within Greater Europe Mission. If you are single this will be a great episode for you, but even more so t...
March 20, 2024
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Episode 17
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1:07:44
Transformation Round Table with Allie and Leslie
Join Matt as he talks with Allie and Leslie as they discuss the GEM core value of Transformation.
March 13, 2024
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Episode 16
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1:07:04
Microchurches with Christie
Join Matt as he talks with Christie Lothamer about the micro church movement and how it can help people feel comfortable in church in a post-church environment.For more on micro churches:
March 06, 2024
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Episode 15
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1:01:11
The Birkman Method with Dana
Join us for this episode where we discuss the Birkman method and how the assessment can help you be a better employer, employee, souse, etc.Links from the show:Spiritu...
February 21, 2024
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Episode 14
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1:10:40
Leadership Round Table with Kate, Joel and Ed
It's the second round table discussing GEM's core values. In this episode Kate, Joel and Ed discuss the core value of leadership. Join us to learn how to lead, develop and care for those that you lead in your life.
February 14, 2024
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Episode 13
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1:28:45
Focus, Fasting and Fellowship with Tim
Join us as we interview Tim Smith, the head of the People & Culture Department in GEM. Matt and Tim discuss the 3 F's and how to encourage growth.
February 07, 2024
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Episode 12
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1:04:42
Hospitality, Rest and Refreshment with Sherry
Join us as we talk to Sherry Pogue, professional counselor and master host at Restored and Renewed Ministries. Jacob and Sherry discuss the importance of rest for everyone as well as how to exhibit hospitality to those who need it.Join ...
January 24, 2024
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Episode 11
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59:24