The CGN Podcast

Ed Stetzer - The Prayer of Jesus: So I Send You (John 17:18, 20:21) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:23:00 GMT

This final episode of Season 6 is the culminating message from this year's CGN International Conference.

This year’s conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA - and the theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” - in which we studied through the’ “Upper-Room Discourse” in John 13-17.

The closing message of the conference was taught by Dr. Ed Stetzer, Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, Regional Director for Lausanne North America, and Editor in Chief of Outreach Magazine.

Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches - and he has authored several books on the topic of God’s mission and the church today.

The text of Ed’s message is John 17:18 and 20:21 - and the title is: “The Prayer of Jesus: So I Send You”

Doug Sauder - The Prayer of Jesus: That They May Be One (John 17) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 21:18:00 GMT

For the remainder of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

The eighth message of the conference was taught by Pastor Doug Sauder, Lead Pastor of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale.

Before stepping into his current role, Doug served as an educator and foster parent, and he currently serves as a leading voice in Church United, a movement of churches in South Florida uniting for the sake of God’s mission in that region.

The text of Doug’s message is John 17 - and the title is: “The Prayer of Jesus: That They May Be One”

Greg Opean: Another Helper (John 14:16,26) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:01:00 GMT

For the remainder of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

The seventh message of the conference was taught by Pastor Greg Opean. Greg serves at the Packing House Church in Redlands, CA. In the 1990’s and 2000’s, Greg played a pivotal role in pioneering Calvary Chapel church planting and missions in Central and Eastern Europe.

Greg was also featured in an episode of the CGN Podcast earlier this season.

The text of this message is John 14:16 & 26, and it is titled: “Another Helper”.

Bruce Zachary: If the World Hates You (John 15:18-16:3) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:16:00 GMT

For the rest of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

This year’s conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA - and the Theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” - in which we studied through the’ “Upper-Room Discourse” in John 13-17.

The sixth message of the conference was taught by Pastor Bruce Zachary. Bruce was raised in a Jewish home, and he worked as an attorney for 25 years prior to planting Calvary Nexus in Camarillo, California. Bruce is the author of several books, including the Calvary Chapel Church Planting Manual — and he serves on the Executive Team of Calvary Global Network.

The text of this message is John 15:18-16:3 - and is titled: “If the World Hates You”

Kike Torres: The Vine and the Branches (John 15:1-8) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:26:00 GMT

For the remainder of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

This year’s conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA - and the Theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” - in which we studied through the Upper-Room Discourse in John 13-17.

The fifth message of the conference was taught by Pastor Kike Torres, the Lead Pastor of Horizonte Querétaro, in Mexico. Kike is also a trained biblical counselor, and has been involved in planting several churches in Mexico and the United States.

The text of this message is John 15:1-8, and it is titled: “The Vine and the Branches”

Alistair Begg: The Spirit of Truth (John 15:26; 16:7-15) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:18:00 GMT

For the rest of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

The fourth message of the conference was taught by Pastor Alistair Begg. From 1983 to 2025, Alistair served as Senior Pastor of Parkside Church, near Cleveland, Ohio. His Bible teaching ministry, Truth for Life, can be heard on radio stations around the world, as well as other media platforms.

The text of this message is John 15:26 and 16:7-15, and it is titled: “The Spirit of Truth."

Alistair Begg: Chosen & Fruitful (John 15:14-16) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:48:00 GMT

For the remainder of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

The third message of the conference was taught by Pastor Alistair Begg. From 1983-2025, Alistair served as Senior Pastor of Parkside Church, near Cleveland, Ohio. His Bible teaching ministry, Truth for Life, can be heard on radio stations around the world, as well as other media platforms.

The text of this message is John 15:14-16, and it is titled: “Chosen and Fruitful.”

Daniel Williams: A New Commandment (John 13:34-35) - Message from the CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:43:00 GMT

For the rest of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

The second message of the conference was taught by Pastor Daniel Williams — Lead Pastor of Calvary Chapel of the Palm Beaches, on the East Coast of Florida.

The text is John 13:34-35 & 15:14-15, and the title is "A New Commandment"

Ted Leavenworth: The Example of Jesus (John 13:1-17) - Message from the 2025 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:11:00 GMT

Starting with this episode, and for the rest of the season, we will be releasing the Main Session messages from this year’s CGN International Conference.

This year’s conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, California, and the theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” — in which we studied through the Upper Room Discourse” in John 13-17.

This opening message was taught by Pastor Ted Leavenworth, Lead Pastor of Reliance Church.

For more information about Calvary Global Network, visit CGN.org

Ministering to the Wounded: Trauma & the Gospel - with Krista Fox

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:15:00 GMT

Krista Fox is the founder of Applied Care for Trauma (ACT), a ministry focused on equipping churches to effectively help those who have experienced deep hurt.

In this episode, hosts Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen speak with Krista, as she shares powerful stories from her years serving in Brazil—working among the vulnerable, including individuals in prostitution and victims of human trafficking—and how those experiences led her to found a ministry to equip churches to effectively minister to the hurting.

We discuss:

What trauma is
Common mistakes made in handling hurting people
How pastors and lay leaders can respond biblically and compassionately

What trauma-informed ministry looks like in practice

Krista also explains why this work is not just for counselors—but for every church that wants to reflect the heart of Christ.

Learn more about Applied Care for Trauma at:
🌐 https://www.diagratia.org/applied-care-for-trauma-act
📧 anna@diagratia.org

Keep an eye out for the main session messages from the recent CGN International Conference, which will be released on this podcast in coming weeks!

From Doubt to Faith: The Quiet Revival - with Justin Brierley

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:55:00 GMT

In this episode, hosts Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen talk with Justin Brierley — author, broadcaster, and longtime host of the Unbelievable? show and podcast from Premier Christian Radio in the UK.

Justin shares about how, after decades of hosting debates between Christians and skeptics, he sees signs that belief in God is growing — especially among young people. We talk about the decline of the New Atheist movement, stories of unexpected conversions, and the surprising hunger for faith in today’s culture.

📚Discover Justin’s books: The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God and Why I’m Still a Christian

🎧 Listen to his podcast: The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God

Learn more about CGN: cgn.org

Church Revitalization, Psalty, and Global Missions – with Phil Metzger

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:15:00 GMT

In this episode, hosts Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen talk with Phil Metzger, Lead Pastor of Calvary San Diego.

Phil shares his story of singing in Salty the Singing Songbook as a child, to serving as a missionary in Russia and planting churches in Hungary, to now leading a church revitalization effort in Southern California.

Phil shares how the lessons he learned in international ministry have shaped his pastoral vision, and why revitalizing existing churches is both necessary and rewarding.

This conversation is full of encouragement and insight for pastors, leaders, and anyone passionate about the gospel and the local church.

Learn more about CGN: calvaryglobalnetwork.com

Connect with Calvary San Diego: calvarysd.com

Opportunities for the Church in a Post-Deconstruction World - with Dominic Done

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:13:00 GMT

In this episode, hosts Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen speak with Dominic Done. Dominic served as a Calvary Chapel pastor for many years; he is also an author and theologian, and the founder of a ministry called “Pursuing Faith.”

In this discussion, Dominic shares about the current state of the deconstruction movement, as well as the growing openness and interest in God that is sprouting up in its wake all around the world.

Dominic shares why the church has an opportunity right now to engage in what he calls “redemptive theodicy,” to answer people’s questions with the truth of the gospel.

Join us for the CGN International Ministry Conference, taking place June 22-25th at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA.

This is a gathering designed for church leaders and their ministry teams to connect, collaborate, and grow together in a community of like-minded leaders.

Alistair Begg is one of our main session speakers this year, along with many other guests. Find more information, and register at: conference.calvarychapel.com

From Hard Ground to a Fruitful Field: God's Work Through Calvary Chapel in Hungary - with Greg Opean

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 28 May 2025 07:58:00 GMT

Greg Opean is an Assisting Pastor at the Packinghouse Church in Redlands, California. Prior to that, Greg spent 17 years planting and pastoring churches in Hungary, and played a major role in the Calvary Chapel movement in Central & Eastern Europe.

This episode was recorded on site at Zichy Kastély in Vajta, Hungary, a property which Greg was involved in acquiring and developing. In this discussion, Greg and Brian talk about how God opened the doors for them to come to Yugoslavia and Hungary 35 years ago this month, and about how what began with a simple invitation became a thriving network of churches that continues today. We also talk about the challenges of spiritual warfare, and the beauty of discipleship through invitation.

Greg will be speaking at this year’s CGN International Conference, which will be held June 22-25 in Temecula, California. This conference is open to anyone in ministry, and we would love to see you there. Our keynote speaker this year is Alistair Begg. There will be workshops for every major area of ministry in a church, so the conference is not only for pastors, but for everyone in ministry leadership.

You can find more information and register at conference.calvarychapel.com

Healthy Pastors Lead Healthy Churches: Biblical Counseling and Church Planting in Mexico - with Kike Torres

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 14 May 2025 13:54:01 GMT

Kike Torres is the lead pastor of Horizonte Querétaro in Mexico.

In this episode, Kike shares about his journey from suicidal depression to leading a thriving church which is planting churches all over Mexico and beyond.

Kike's own struggles led him to become qualified as a biblical counselor, and he shares about how he is able to help people and serve others in ministry leadership.

Kike will be speaking at this year’s CGN International Conference, which will be held June 23-25 in Temecula, California. This conference is open to anyone in ministry, and we would love to see you there!

Our keynote speaker this year is Alister Begg. Find more information and register at conference.calvarychapel.com

Roland Krumm - The Word and the Spirit: God's Work Through Calvary Chapel in Germany

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 01 May 2025 20:01:59 GMT

Roland Krumm is the Pastor of City Chapel in Stuttgart, Germany. In this episode Roland shares his journey from a legalistic evangelical upbringing to a transformative encounter with the Holy Spirit at age 17, which sparked his vibrant faith and ministry.

Roland also discusses planting City Chapel, navigating historical divides between conservative and charismatic Christians in Germany, and the innovative Ostergarten outreach, which brings the gospel to thousands.

Roland also shares his heart for revival, reaching the younger generation, and supporting Israel and the Jewish people as a German pastor.

We explore how Roland fostered unity among Stuttgart’s churches through the “Together for Stuttgart” network, offering insights for churches seeking collaboration while maintaining their distinct callings.

Register for the CGN International Ministry Conference (June 22-25, 2025 in Temecula, California) at conference.calvarychapel.com

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A New Season: Brian Brodersen on His New Role and What’s Next for Him and CGN

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:11:00 GMT

Welcome to Season 6 of the CGN Podcast, where we bring you updates and conversations highlighting what God is doing through the Calvary Global Network (CGN).

In this premiere episode, host Nick Cady sits down with Pastor Brian Brodersen, president and founder of CGN, to discuss significant changes in his life and ministry.

Pastor Brian shares about his transition from senior pastor at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa to Pastor Emeritus, what this new season holds for him personally, and how it will shape the future of CGN.

This conversation offers insights into leadership transitions, the importance of involving the church community, and CGN’s vision for global ministry.

Resources Mentioned

Watch the Transition Ceremony: Available on Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa’s Vimeo channel (cccm.com).
CGN Initiatives: Learn more about Cultivate, Expositors Collective, and Connect at cgn.org.
Creation Fest: Join Brian and the team in the UK this August (creationfest.org.uk).
Calvary Chapel Book Project: Stay tuned for updates on the upcoming book.

Subscribe to the CGN Podcast for new episodes every two weeks.
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Get Involved with CGN by visiting cgn.org to explore conferences, church planting, and ministry resources.

Season 6 Trailer: New Season Starts April 16, 2025

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 03:17:18 GMT

Now that Pastor Brian Brodersen has transitioned out of the Senior Pastor role at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, what does the future hold for him and for CGN?

This season we will be talking about what's on the horizon for Calvary Global Network, as well as some projects that are currently in the works.

Guests this season will include Alistair Begg, Ed Stetzer, and others, and we will be highlighting the work of Calvary Chapel and CGN churches in Mexico, Germany, and more.

Our goal is to create content that is encouraging and helpful to you, as you pursue God's calling for your life.

The CGN Podcast is the official podcast of the Calvary Global Network (CGN).

Episodes will be released every two weeks on Wednesdays. Subscribe today, and keep an eye out for new episodes coming soon.

Brian Brodersen: Your Adversary, the Devil (1 Peter 5:8-11) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:42:00 GMT

Brian Brodersen is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, California. He is the founder and president of Calvary Global Network (CGN), and has served as a church planter, missionary, and the pastor of pastors for many in ministry.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

In this message, Pastor Brian teaches 1 Peter 5:8-11 on the topic of "Your Adversary, the Devil."

This is the final episode of Season 5. Thank you for joining us, and make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you will be notified when new episodes are released.

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

James T. Meeks: Shepherding the Flock (1 Peter 5:1-5) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 02:03:58 GMT

James T. Meeks is the founder and Pastor Emeritus of Salem Baptist Church of Chicago. Over the course of his ministry, Pastor Meeks has sought to serve his community in various ways, to bring holistic gospel-centered renewal to his city.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

In this message, Pastor Meeks teaches 1 Peter 5:1-5 on the topic of Shepherding the Flock of God.

Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders.

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Ed Stetzer: Life In the End Times (1 Peter 4:1-11) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 03:37:41 GMT

Ed Stetzer (Ph.D) is the Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He is passionate about helping pastors and has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches, in addition to being a prolific author and missiologist.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

John Dickson: Suffering for Righteousness (1 Peter 3:8-22) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:31:28 GMT

John Dickson is a Professor at Wheaton College, where he holds the Jean Kvamme Distinguished Chair. John has also served as a pastor in his home country of Australia. He is a speaker and author, and has served with the Centre for Public Christianity.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Phil and Joy Metzger: Heirs of the Grace of Life (1 Peter 3:1-7) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:02:59 GMT

In this message, alternatively titled, "Deconstruction for Reconstruction," Phil and Joy Metzger look at what 1 Peter 3:1-7 has to say about the topic of marriage.

Phil is the Senior Pastor of Calvary San Diego, where Joy leads the Women's Ministry. Prior to coming to San Diego, Phil and Joy served for many years with Calvary Chapel in Hungary, planting and leading churches, discipling believers, and leading a Bible college.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Rafael Manzanares: Christ Our Example (1 Peter 2:11-25) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:32:05 GMT

Rafael Manzanares is the Lead Pastor of Santa Ponsa Community Church in Mallorca, Spain. Rafael has served as a leader with Calvary Chapel in Western Europe for many years, and he serves on the Executive Team of Calvary Global Network.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. In coming weeks, we will be posting more of the messages from this year's International Conference, as well as more interviews with ministry leaders.

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Dan Kimball: A Worshiping and Witnessing People (1 Peter 2:1-10) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:11:00 GMT

Dan Kimball is the founding pastor of Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, CA. He also serves at Western Seminary as the Vice President of Church Mission and Strategy and Associate Professor of Leadership and Theology. Dan is also the author of several books and was a guest earlier this season on the CGN podcast.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Justin Thomas: The Call to Holiness (1 Peter 1:13-25) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:34:00 GMT

Justin Thomas is the President of Calvary Chapel Bible College in Twin Peaks, CA. Prior to assuming that role, Justin was a church planter and pastor in Seattle, WA. Justin also serves on the Executive Team of Calvary Global Network.

This message was given at the 2024 CGN International Conference, where the theme was, "Hope, Suffering and Glory: Studies in the Book of 1 Peter."

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Wayne Taylor: A Living Hope (1 Peter 1:1-12) - Message from the 2024 CGN International Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 08:42:00 GMT

This is the first of the messages from the 2024 CGN International Conference that we will be releasing here on the podcast. The theme of this year's conference was: "Hope, Suffering, and Glory: Studies in 1 Peter."

Pastor Wayne Taylor has been a pioneer in the Calvary Chapel Movement. He has helped to plant over 50 churches in the Pacific Northwest, Russia, and Europe. Pastor Wayne also serves on the CGN Executive Team.

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Teaching the Old Testament as Christian Scripture - with Dr. Dominick Hernández

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:59:00 GMT

As a Calvary Chapel network, CGN values biblical literacy. Calvary Chapel has a long history of teaching the entire Bible in an expositional way, and in this episode, Pastor Brian Brodersen and Nick Cady speak with Dr. Dominick Hernández, Associate Professor of Old Testament and Semitics at Talbot School of Theology.

Dr. Hernández has a long history with Calvary Chapel, and in this discussion he talks about teaching the Old Testament as Christian scripture, including discussions about the best ways to teach the Old Testament, good and bad methods of teaching Christ in all of Scripture, and how to understand the opening chapters of Genesis.

For further study, check out Dominick's book, Engaging the Old Testament: How to Read Biblical Narrative, Poetry, and Prophecy Well

A Biblical Perspective on Mental Health - with Wesley Towne

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:39:00 GMT

In this episode, Brian Brodersen & Nick Cady speak with Pastor Wesley Towne.

Wesley has planted two churches; he currently pastors Bayside Church in Davis, California, and he is the founder of Better Days, an organization seeking to bring hope and resources to those struggling with personal suffering and mental health.

In this discussion, Wesley shares with the story of struggling with anxiety as a young pastor, and how he found help from the Scriptures and from other Christians, as well as how he is now using what he learned to help others.

As a Calvary Chapel network, CGN is a global family of churches working together to proclaim the gospel, make disciples, and plant churches.

We would love to hear your feedback on these episodes; you can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

CGN's Partnership with Western Seminary: A Discussion with Andrew Pack

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:47:00 GMT

As a Calvary Chapel network, CGN is a family of churches working together to proclaim the gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. In this episode and the previous one, we are highlighting some of the training resources that we provide in order to help equip people to carry out that mission.

Dr. Andrew Pack is a professor and dean at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon. In this discussion, Andrew shares about his journey of church planting, and how that led him to go to seminary. He also answers questions people have asked in regard to studying at Western, and about the benefits (and potential pitfalls) of seminary education.

More information about CGN's partnership with Western Seminary can be found at https://cgn.org/western/

Calvary Chapel Bible College: A Beautiful Legacy & an Exciting New Season

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:19:00 GMT

Calvary Chapel Bible College is about to celebrate 50 years of training people in the Scriptures - and in this discussion, we talk about the school’s recent move back up to their original location, as well as some new opportunities that the school provides in regard to course offerings and accreditation.

Calvary Global Network is a family of churches working together to proclaim the gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. This is the first of two episodes highlighting some of the training resources that we provide to help equip people to carry out that mission.

Send us your feedback on these episodes at CGN@calvarychapel.com

How to Faithfully Engage the Contemporary Culture - with Justin Thomas

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:37:00 GMT

Justin Thomas is the president of Calvary Chapel Bible College in Twin Peaks, California. Prior to leading the Bible College, Justin was the founding pastor of Calvary: The Hill in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, Washington.

In this discussion, Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen speak with Justin about how the topic of cultural engagement. How should Christians and ministry leaders think about and relate to the surrounding culture in the place where we live? Is it possible to overemphasize the need for cultural understanding and engagement? How has Calvary Chapel approached this topic in the past?

Justin will be teaching one of the main sessions at this year’s CGN International Conference, happening June 23-26, 2024 at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa. You can find more information and register at conference.calvarychapel.com

Why Being Grounded in God's Word is More Needed than Ever - with Dan Kimball

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:25:00 GMT

Dan Kimball is the Founding Pastor of Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, CA. He is also the Vice President of Church Mission and Strategy at Western Seminary, and he is someone who is passionate about the Bible and equipping the next generation to rightly divide God’s Word.

In this discussion, Dan shares about his involvement in the early days of the Emerging Church movement, and what caused him to leave that movement and distance himself from it. He also shares about what he sees as the most pressing needs for church leadership today.

Dan will be speaking at this year’s CGN International Conference, happening June 23-26. We’d love for you to be there; you can find more information and register at conference.calvarychapel.com

Check out Dan's most recent book: How (Not) to Read the Bible

Send us your feedback on these episodes at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Navigating the Aftermath of a Pastor's Moral Failure, & Partnering to Pastor a City - with Doug Sauder

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 22 May 2024 09:14:00 GMT

Doug Sauder is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. In this episode, Doug shares about how he and the church navigated the moral failure of their founding pastor, how the church weathered that storm, and what they learned through the process that other churches can benefit from.

Doug also shares about Church United, a coalition of churches working together in South Florida to reach their community with the Gospel. We discuss how churches can partner together without losing their unique calling and identity.

New episodes will be released every two weeks, on Wednesday mornings. Make sure to subscribe, and new episodes will be delivered to you as soon as they are released.

Send us your feedback on these episodes at CGN@calvarychapel.com

What's New at CGN: Brian Brodersen's Changing Roles, Calvary Chapel Identity, & a New Initiative

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 08 May 2024 17:39:51 GMT

Welcome to the new season of the CGN Podcast!

In this first episode, Nick Cady speaks with Brian Brodersen about his changing role at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, and what that means for his involvement in Calvary Global Network.

Nick and Brian also discuss the importance of God's calling in ministry leadership, and CGN's renewed focus on its identity as a Calvary Chapel movement. Finally, they discuss a new initiative called "Leadership Collective" and what is on the horizon for CGN.

New episodes will be released every two weeks, on Wednesday mornings. Make sure to subscribe, and new episodes will be delivered to you as soon as they are released.

Send us your feedback on these episodes at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Season 5 Trailer: New Season Starts May 8, 2024

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Fri, 03 May 2024 09:05:00 GMT

The new season of the CGN podcast begins on May 8th, 2024.

The CGN Podcast is the official podcast of the Calvary Global Network (CGN).

This season, we will be talking about what's new at CGN and what's on the horizon for us as a network. We will also be joined by guests to talk about topics related to ministry, such as handling pastoral transitions, training resources, engaging the culture with the gospel, and other topics related to theology, church planting and preaching.

Episodes will be released every two weeks on Wednesdays. Subscribe today, and keep an eye out for new episodes coming soon.

Q&A on Chuck Smith's Approach to Ministry - Brian Brodersen

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:10:08 GMT

October 3, 2023 marks ten years since the passing of Pastor Chuck Smith, who was the man God used to start the Calvary Chapel Movement of churches.

In this bonus episode, Nick Cady speaks with Brian Brodersen about Chuck Smith’s approach to ministry, including some questions about how Chuck pastored personally, what were challenges and struggles he faced in ministry, and what were the major influences that shaped Chuck’s theology, and his preaching.

Pastor Brian is uniquely qualified to speak to these questions, as he not only served alongside Pastor Chuck and eventually succeeded him as the senior pastor of Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa, but he also shares close family ties to Pastor Chuck, as his son in law.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at cgn@calvarychapel.com

Missions Work, Church Planting, & Church Revitalization: Getting to Know Clay Worrell

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 09:22:00 GMT

In this final episode of Season 4, Brian Brodersen and Nick Cady speak with Clay Worrell. Clay is the Executive Director of Calvary Global Network since 2022. Prior to that, he planted and pastored a church in Waterford City, Ireland, and more recently, he pastored a church in the Bay Area of California.

In this discussion, Clay shares what it was like coming back to the United States after years in Ireland and how different cultural contexts shape the way you do ministry. Additionally, they discuss the merits of short-term mission trips and how to make them effective and successful for long-term fruitfulness.

We would love to hear feedback from you on these episodes.

You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com.

Stepping Out in Faith Where God Leads - Brian Kelly

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:27:00 GMT

This season, on Mission & Methods, we are getting to know members of the CGN Executive Team.

Brian Kelly is the pastor of WestChurch in Bradenton, Florida. Prior to planting WestChurch, Brian and his wife Lynne spent several years as missionaries and church planters all over the world.

In this episode, Brian shares how God led him to places as diverse as Africa and New Zealand, and the blessings and challenges of ministering in those places. He also discusses the work he is currently doing with Cultivate to encourage and equip new church planters and missionaries, and what he’s excited about for the future of CGN.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

The Word and the Spirit: Calvary Chapel in Latin America

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:09:00 GMT

Manolo Matos is the pastor of Calvary Lima, in Lima, Peru. In this episode, Manolo talks with Brian Brodersen and Nick Cady about how he became the pastor of the church in which he became a Christian and was baptized. Additionally, Manolo shares about the unique role that Calvary Chapel churches can play in Latin America as a movement that is focused on teaching the Word of God. He shares what makes ministry in South America unique, and about open doors for ministry both in the urban context of Lima, and the diverse rural context of other parts of Peru.

We would love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Missions, Ministry, and Resilient Fatherhood: Getting to Know Mike Neglia

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 09:05:49 GMT

This season, on Mission & Methods, we are getting to know members of the CGN Executive Team.

Mike Neglia is the pastor of Calvary Cork, in Cork, Ireland. Mike also leads the Expositors Collective training initiative, which equips people to study and proclaim God’s Word, and he is the host of the Expositors Collective podcast.

In this episode, Mike talks about how God led him to Ireland, where he came as a missionary 20 years ago, and he talks about being the father of a child with disabilities, and how that has shaped him as a person, and as a pastor.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Community, Encouragement, & the Freedom to Follow God: Insights from Rafael Manzanares

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:00:00 GMT

This season, on Mission & Methods, we are getting to know members of the CGN Executive Team.

Rafael Manzaneras is the pastor of Santa Ponsa Community Church, on the island of Mallorca, in Spain. Rafael has a unique global perspective, having served in the United States and Europe for many years.

In this episode, Rafael shares his story of growing up in both Spain and the United States, and how God led him back to Europe. We also talk about the work God is doing through Calvary Chapel churches in Western Europe, and why it is such a strategic place for the mission of God in the world.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Empowering Ministry Initiatives: Insights from Jeff Gipe

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 08:43:00 GMT

This season, on Mission & Methods, we are getting to know members of the CGN Executive Team.

Jeff Gipe has a unique background, having been a successful businessman in Southern California, and then planting and pastoring a church. He now uses these skills and experiences to serve Calvary Global Network, both as a member of the staff, and as the head of the Funding Team. In this episode, Jeff talks about some of the ways the funding team has been able to help churches and empower ministry initiatives around the world, and why he is passionate about mobilizing the church to use our skills and resources to help each other further the mission of God.

Jeff also hosts the Isms That Cause Schisms Podcast.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

From Anti-Church to Active Servant: A Story of Transformation in the Midst of War from Lena Morrison

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 13:13:00 GMT

Welcome to CGN Voices. We are in a mini series called CGN Voices from Ukraine, a series dedicated to sharing powerful stories of resilience, faith, and service in the face of great difficulty. In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing a remarkable story shared by Lena Morrison from Calvary Chapel in Svitlovodsk, Ukraine.

Lena shares her story of choosing to stay in Ukraine after the beginning of the full-scale invasion, in order to house and feed refugees fleeing from the war zones in eastern Ukraine. Additionally, she recounts the inspiring story of someone they helped, who initially had deep skepticism about church, but who came to faith through the support, love, and acceptance she received, and now serves in the church in helping others.

“If I would have known that church is like this, I would have come sooner!”

As Lena shares this uplifting story, she also highlights the continued challenges faced by their church and community amidst the ongoing conflict. Discover how you can support and pray for them as they persevere and extend God's love to those affected by the war.

Join us in this episode of CGN Voices from Ukraine, as we celebrate the transformative power of faith and witness firsthand the resilience and dedication of believers compelled to serve others as Jesus served them.

CGN Voices Ukraine: Resilience, Resolve and Refuge - A Testimony from Tanya Kotelenets

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:07:53 GMT

Welcome to "Voices from Ukraine", a mini-series inside look at the resilience, faith, and service of Calvary Chapel believers in Ukraine during the difficult months since Russia's full-scale invasion began in February 2022.

In this special edition, we sit down with Tanya Kotelenets from a church in eastern Ukraine. Kotelenets shares her harrowing experiences from the first days of the war - the fear, uncertainty and eventual decision to flee the city with her church community. Despite difficult conditions, God's provision and grace sustained them.

Though she returned home months later, the impact of war remains. Kotelenets’s husband ministers at funerals almost daily, including that of a coworker who recently died in combat. Our listeners are reminded that all parts of the body of Christ feel the suffering of others.

Kotelenets asks for prayers for the children enduring so much change and loss, and for strength to continue living through this conflict with hope. If you'd like to support relief efforts in Ukraine, donations can be made through calvaryglobalnetwork.com/relief

Join us next time for another firsthand account of courage, sacrifice and faith continuing to burn bright within the Calvary Chapel family amidst the darkness of war.

Ted Leavenworth: Building Stronger Churches Through Care and Coaching

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 15:24:08 GMT

Ted Leavenworth is the Lead Pastor of Reliance Church in Temecula, CA. In addition to pastoring Reliance, Ted leads the Care and Coaching Team for CGN.

In this episode, Ted discusses the benefits of coaching and church assessment, and describes how their team is able to help provide support for leaders, but also practical training to up-skill those who desire help from other leaders with more experience.

Prior to planting Reliance Church, Ted worked as a paramedic and was the founder and Executive Pastor of a large church in Menefee, California. He shares how his experience in those roles shapes his approach to ministry today.

Check out the Leadership Collective Podcast.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Wayne Taylor: Continuing the Harvest - Calvary Chapel, Evangelism & Church Planting

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 24 May 2023 08:59:40 GMT

Wayne Taylor is the founding pastor of Calvary Fellowship in Seattle, Washington. As part of the first generation of Calvary Chapel pastors, Wayne has been in pastoral ministry for over 40 years, during which time he was involved in the planting of over 50 churches in the Pacific Northwest, Europe, and Russia. Wayne is passionate about prayer and evangelism, and in this episode, he shares about how the work of CGN is carrying on these important aspects of what the Calvary Chapel movement has been about since the beginning.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. Contact us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

The Importance of Ministry Friendships - Richard Cimino

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 10 May 2023 10:49:49 GMT

Richard Cimino has been a pastor for over 40 years, the majority of which was spent in Northern California. In this discussion, we talk about the importance of cultivating friendships in ministry.

Richard shares very candidly about some of his hardest experiences as a pastor, including closing down a church, and how it was his friendships with other pastors and ministry leaders which God used to encourage him and give him direction in those times.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. Contact us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Kellen Criswell: Building The Architecture of CGN, Working as a Global Strategist, and the Impact of Calvary Chapel in Europe

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:00:46 GMT

Kellen Criswell serves as the Global Strategist for Calvary Global Network. In many ways he is the architect of CGN. In this episode, Kellen shares about his background as a worship leader and church planter, and the events which led to him being involved in helping build CGN as an organization. Kellen is currently based in Hungary, and we discuss God’s work through Calvary Chapel in Europe in the past and to this present day, as well as what Kellen is excited about for the future of CGN.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. Contact us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Bill Buffington: Pastoring Amidst Shifting Demographics, Raising a Child with Disability, and Fighting for Gospel Unity

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 08:00:23 GMT

Bill is the pastor of Calvary Chapel in Inglewood, California — a community that is rapidly changing, and in this episode, Bill shares about some ways they are addressing those changes, reaching out, and discipling the people God is bringing their way.

Bill is also the father of a child with a disability, and he shares how his son’s disability has shaped him and his family, and how it has changed the way he approaches ministry and leads his church to love people who have unique challenges.

As a member of the CGN Executive Team, Bill also talks about what he is excited about in regard to Calvary Global Network in regard to "gospel unity" and the ability to do more for God's Kingdom together than we can separately.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. Contact us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

From Gangs to Grace: A Pastor's Journey in Inner-City Ministry | Tommy Cota

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:01:45 GMT

Tommy Cota is the pastor of Hope Alive Church in Santa Ana, California. In this episode, Tommy shares about his background, growing up in Los Angeles and being involved with drugs and gangs, and how God took hold of his heart and transformed his life. Tommy also shares about his journey of planting a church in Santa Ana, and how God has opened doors for him to minister to youth in public schools.

Tommy is a member of the CGN Executive Team, and he also talks about what he is excited about in regard to the future of Calvary Global Network.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. Contact us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Bonus Episode: How Calvary Chapel Churches are Ministering in the Midst of War in Ukraine

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 08:01:53 GMT

In this bonus episode, Nick Cady speaks with Zhenya Chekushkin, the leader of the Calvary Chapel network of churches in Ukraine.

Calvary Chapel has had a presence in Ukraine since the early 1990’s, and currently has around 20 churches in different cities throughout the country.

Recently a group of CGN leaders travelled to Western Ukraine to encourage those in the Calvary network who have been ministering to others in their country since the full scale invasion in February 2022. This retreat provided an opportunity to recharge physically and spiritually.

In this episode, Zhenya shares about some of the ways Calvary Chapel churches have been serving people, and how God has been working, even in the midst of these difficult circumstances.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Perspectives from a Pastor's Son: Balancing Family, Ministry, Pastoral Care, & Sabbaticals - with Nate Holdridge

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:03:17 GMT

On this season of Mission & Methods, hosts Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen are interviewing some of the members of the CGN Executive Team, so that you can get to know who they are and what they are passionate about.

Nate Holdridge is the Pastor of Calvary Monterey, in Monterey, California. He is the author of several books, including his recent book: Whole-Hearted Work, which you can find on his website: nateholdridge.com. Nate is a pastor’s kid, and in this episode, Nate talks about what it was like growing up in a church planting family, and what he learned through that about how Pastors can help their children to grow up in a way that helps them love the church and follow Jesus.

Nate is also a member of the Pastoral Care and Coaching Team for CGN, and so we talk about the importance of pastoral care and sabbaticals, and how to access those resources through Calvary Global Network.

We'd love to hear your feedback on these episodes. Email us at cgn@calvarychapel.com

Humor, Evangelism, & Steps of Faith: Getting to Know Joel Turner

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:20:46 GMT

Welcome to Season 4 of the CGN Mission & Methods Podcast!

This season, hosts Nick Cady and Brian Brodersen are interviewing the members of the Calvary Global Network executive team so you can get to know them, their hearts, and what they are excited about for the future.

In this first episode of the new season, Nick and Brian speak with Joel Turner, pastor of Mountain Springs Calvary Chapel in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Joel is the author of Humor Me: How to Add Comedy to Your Brain, Your Life, and Your Message. He is an evangelist and has a background as a professional comedian.

New episodes will be released every two weeks, on Wednesday mornings. Make sure to subscribe, and new episodes will be delivered to you as soon as they are released.

Send us your feedback on these episodes at CGN@calvarychapel.com

How Gospel Doctrine Creates Gospel Culture (Ray Ortlund) - Bonus Episode

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:00:29 GMT

Pastor Ray Ortlund is the president of Renewal Ministries and serves as a pastor to pastors from his home base at Immanuel Church in Nashville, Tennessee. A friend of Calvary Global Network, Ray spoke at the 2022 CGN International Conference on the topic of building and fostering gospel-centered culture in our churches.

In this second bonus episode, and the final episode of Season 3, we have Pastor Ray’s message from the conference, as well as a special interview, in which Pastor Brian Brodersen speaks with Ray about his experience in ministry and why he sees such a need for developing gospel culture in our churches.

If you liked what you heard in the bonus episodes this season, then consider attending the next CGN International Conference — which will be held at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa from June 25-28, 2023.

We are currently planning the next season of the podcast. Make sure you are subscribed so you will be notified when those new episodes are posted in early 2023.

Thanks for listening, and God bless you!

Is There Still a Need for More New Churches? An Update on the Cultivate Church Planter Training Program

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 09:01:49 GMT

In the New Testament we see how, as the gospel spread, new churches were established as hubs for discipleship and carrying out God’s mission in a local area. But is there still a need for new churches today?

In this final episode of Season 3, Nick Cady speaks with the Core Team of the Cultivate Church Planter Training Program, an initiative of CGN which has developed a local-church based program to assess, train, deploy, and care for leaders who will spearhead new church plants around the world.

The members of the Cultivate Core Team believe that the world needs more gospel-centered churches, and in this episode they talk about why there is a need for more churches, as well as some common mistakes that church planters and sending churches can make, and some proven methods for helping new church plants succeed. Finally, they discuss how Cultivate works, and how people can get connected.

Listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith on the topic of church planting.

The Cultivate Core Team is: Nick Cady, Kellen Criswell, Brian Kelly, and Bruce Zachary. More information about Cultivate can be found at cultivatechurchplanting.com

Send us your feedback on these episodes at CGN@calvarychapel.com

A Gift and a Skill: How CGN and Expositors Collective are Working to Train Bible Teachers

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 09:04:25 GMT

Expositors Collective is an organization that hosts training events and provides resources to help people grow as Bible teachers and preachers of God’s Word. Recently, Expositors Collective came into formal relationship with CGN.

Teaching, according to the Bible, is a Spiritual gift, and it is also a skill which can be developed and improved. What is the relationship between the spiritual gifting of teaching, and the responsibility to steward that gift by doing your best to make sure you are rightly dividing and effectively communicating the "Word of Truth"?

As Christians, we all engage with the Bible at some level, so even if someone isn’t preaching sermons on Sunday mornings, they will likely have many opportunities to share Biblical truth and wisdom with others. For this reason, it is important for us to grow in both our private study and our public proclamation of God’s Word.

In this episode, Nick Cady speaks with Kellen Criswell and Mike Neglia about the history of Expositors Collective and what are some of the unique elements of it, as well as how Expositors Collective works with CGN in our mission to Proclaim the Gospel, Make Disciples, and Plant Churches.

Listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith about sermon preparation and how it works together with the anointing of the Holy Spirit.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

What Does It Mean to Teach "the Whole Counsel of God"?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 09:01:35 GMT

In Acts 20:26 Paul the Apostle tells the leaders of the Ephesian church that he innocent of their blood because, during his time in Ephesus, he taught them “the whole counsel of God’s Word.” What does it mean to teach the whole counsel of God’s word, and how can we be sure we are doing this in our churches?

One of the core values of CGN is biblical literacy. In this episode, Nick Cady speaks with Kellen Criswell to discuss what CGN is doing to promote biblical literacy and to encourage the teaching of “the whole counsel of God’s Word.”

As part of this discussion, they talk about biblical theology and Christ-centered hermeneutics, as they discuss the importance of teaching every part of the Bible in relation to the big story that all of the Bible together tells.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

Ukraine Relief Workers Conference

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:00:35 GMT

One of the things CGN exists to do, is to provide care and coaching for those in ministry leadership. How do we help people to avoid burnout? How do we help those who are struggling with very difficult things, either in ministry or on a personal level?

This past July, we partnered with Cross Culture Missions to put on a conference specifically for those in our network who have been involved in providing aid and relief on the ground, since the war began in Ukraine.

We have ministry partners both in Ukraine and the surrounding countries who have been helping suffering and displaced people — and yet, many of these leaders are suffering and displaced themselves.

Using some of the resources and relationships God has provided us with, we were able to minister to these families at our conference center in Austria.

The following conversation is a "Field Report," recorded at that conference, between some CGN leaders and good friends, discussing what was unique about this conference, and sharing and celebrating God’s work through Calvary Chapel in Europe over the past four decades.

Donations to the CGN Relief Fund can be made here: https://calvaryglobalnetwork.com/relief/

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

What Does CGN Believe about Ecclesiology and Church Government?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 08:59:16 GMT

What does CGN believe about the nature, purpose, and destiny of the church, both locally and globally? What constitutes a church, and what role do churches, and “the church” as a whole, have to play in God’s mission in the world? Furthermore, what models of church government can be found in CGN churches?

In this episode, Nick Cady speaks with Kellen Criswell about CGN’s beliefs about ecclesiology. They talk about the “Moses Model” and other forms of church government, as well as questions of contextualization in different cultural settings.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

What is "Gospel-Centered Renewal" and What Does It Mean for Life and Ministry?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 09:00:49 GMT

One of the phrases you might hear us use to describe who we are and what we’re about as Calvary Global Network, is the phrase: “Gospel-Centered Renewal.” For example, on our website, we describe ourselves as “a family of churches working together for gospel-centered renewal.” But what do we mean by that? What is “renewal” - and what makes “Gospel-centered renewal” unique?

In this episode, Nick Cady speaks with Kellen Criswell about the biblical basis of this phrase, what it means — and how it applies to different areas of life and ministry.

Listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith, where he expresses his views on this topic as well.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

What Do CGN Leaders Believe About the End Times?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:00:01 GMT

How much of an emphasis does Calvary Global Network put on eschatology: the area of theology that deals with studying the end times? What is CGN’s position on end times theology, and how does the network relate to those who do not hold that position?

In this episode, Nick Cady speaks with Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell about “Premillenialism," which is one of the theological streams to which CGN belongs. We explain what premillennialism is, and why we hold this view. We also discuss the relationship between Premillenialism and “Dispensationalism” — and explain how this distinction works practically out in our network. Brian Brodersen responds to some questions about his own views on End Times theology, and listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith, sharing his heart on these matters.

New episodes are being released every two weeks, so make sure you subscribe to the podcast! Episodes will be delivered to your device as soon as they come out.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

How is CGN Providing Care and Coaching for Leaders?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:00:32 GMT

The recent years have presented new challenges for pastors and leaders, and many studies are showing that discouragement is at an all time high. Even apart the unique events of the past few years, pastoring and leading can be difficult.

What is CGN doing as a network to provide care and coaching for pastors and leaders?

In this episode, Brian Brodersen, Kellen Criswell, and Nick Cady are joined by Rob Salvato, who leads the Leadership Care and Coaching Team for CGN. In our discussion, Rob shares about the ways their team is developing systems and providing resources to help pastors and leaders in practical ways, including providing resources to help them lead, and providing a lifeline for those who are struggling.

Together we share about some of the struggles we’ve faced as leaders, and how relationships within our network helped us in those times; as well as how we would like to make that experience available to anyone who needs it.

Check out the Leadership Collective Podcast here.

The Calvary Chapel / CGN International Conference is coming up soon — it will be from June 26-29 in Costa Mesa, California. For more information and registration, visit conference.calvarychapel.com

New episodes are being released every 2 weeks, so make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so those episodes will be delivered to your device as soon as they come out.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at CGN@calvarychapel.com

How is CGN Fostering Missional Life and Ministry?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:50:24 GMT

What is the role of mission and outreach in the life of a church, or in the life of a disciple of Jesus? Is engagement in missions an optional activity, or is it an integral part of what it means to be a Christian? Where exactly is the “mission field”?

In this episode, I speak with Kellen Criswell and Mike Neglia about the history of missions and missional engagement in Calvary Chapel, and why this is a core value of CGN as a network.

We talk about how Calvary Chapel has been privileged to be part of two great revivals: one in the United States in the 1960’s & 70’s, and another in Europe in the 1990’s. I share some of the history of Calvary Chapel’s mission work in Central & Eastern Europe, and Kellen shares some practical steps for how to live with a missional mindset no matter where you are in the world.

The Calvary Chapel / CGN International Conference is June 26-29, 2022 in Costa Mesa, California. For more information and registration, visit conference.calvarychapel.com

New episodes are being released every two weeks. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so each episode will be delivered to your device as soon as they come out.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at cgn@calvarychapel.com

What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 25 May 2022 09:00:24 GMT

What is CGN doing to help churches in practical ways, including finances, pastoral coaching, and other resources?

In this episode, I speak with Kellen Criswell and Jeff Gipe about the Funding and Development initiatives within CGN, and they share stories of how collaborative funds have already been used to help churches during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as to fund new church plants.

Jeff and Kellen share about opportunities we have as a network to do more together than we can separately.

This episode was recorded in January 2022, before the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the ensuing humanitarian crisis. At the end of this episode, listen for an update on how CGN has been able to support ministries and individuals on the ground in Ukraine and the surrounding region, through the Ukraine Relief Fund. We also give an update on the development of CGN as an independent entity.

New episodes are being released every two weeks. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so each episode will be delivered to your device as soon as they come out.

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at cgn@calvarychapel.com

What Does CGN Believe about Charismatic Gifts and Their Use in the Church Today?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 11 May 2022 09:00:51 GMT

What do CGN leaders believe about the charismatic gifts mentioned in the Bible — specifically, the spiritual gifts of prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues? Are these gifts still in operation? Are they available to Christians today? — And if so, how should they be used practically, in our churches?

In this episode of the CGN Mission & Methods podcast, I sit down with Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell to discuss on of the theological streams that we belong to as a network, which is: Continuationism. We believe that all the spiritual gifts mentioned in the New Testament are available for believers today. In this episode, we discuss the difference between the terms “Continuationist” and “Charismatic,” and we talk about the biblical reasons why we hold this position, and share some stories as examples of what this can look like in practice.

Make sure to listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith, in which he talks about a key passage for this discussion, found in 1 Corinthians 13:8-10.

New episodes are being released every two weeks! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so each episode will be delivered to your device as soon as they come out!

We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at cgn@calvarychapel.com

Answering Tough Questions about CRT, LGBTQ Issues, and Spiritual Formation

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:00:01 GMT

What do CGN leaders believe about things like Critical Race Theory, or how we should relate to those who identify as LGBTQ? Is talking about “spiritual formation” biblical, or does it open people up to unbiblical influences? In this episode of the CGN Mission & Methods podcast, we answer some questions that you, our listeners, have sent in. Nick Cady asks Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell questions related to some of the most pressing cultural issues of our day, including Critical Race Theory, Social Justice, LGBTQ issues, and more — giving them a chance to respond to your questions and share their thoughts on these matters. Make sure to listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith, in which he gives his take on racial prejudice and even white supremacy in the church. The CGN Leadership Statement on Racism can be found here. New episodes are being released every two weeks! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so each episode will be delivered to your device as soon as they come out! We’d love to hear feedback from you on these episodes. You can email us at cgn@calvarychapel.com

How Is CGN Cultivating Church Planting?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Calvary Chapel has been recognized as one of the greatest church planting movements of recent times. What are we at CGN doing to make sure we keep this aspect of our heritage alive in this generation, and in those to come? How can we, as a network, use the relationships and resources God has given us, to encourage, train, and support the planting of Bible teaching, gospel-centered churches - around the world?

In this episode Nick Cady and Kellen Criswell discuss one of the key initiatives that CGN is developing called: Cultivate. Cultivate is a program designed to assess, train, and deploy new church planters and missionaries — using the local church as the garden in which those leaders are cultivated. Kellen and Nick explain the design and heart behind the Cultivate program, as well as how to get more information and register.

Listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith from the 1980's, in which he talks about how many Calvary Chapel churches had been planted back then, and what he envisioned for the future.

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What Does the Future Hold for CGN?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the CGN Mission & Methods podcast, we discuss the future of CGN as a network: What initiatives are currently in the works? How does CGN relate to and work with other groups and churches, while still holding fast to our core convictions, values, and beliefs? What will happen to CGN once Brian Brodersen is no longer leading it? Those questions and more are answered in our discussion this week, as Nick Cady sits down with Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell to take you behind the scenes, and give you some insight into the heart and vision for CGN - especially moving forward, into the future. Listen for a clip from Pastor Chuck Smith, talking about the need to adjust our message and approach to ministry in an ever-changing culture. New episodes come out every two weeks, on Wednesday mornings. Make sure to subscribe, and new episodes will be delivered to you as soon as they are released.

Women in Ministry Leadership: What CGN Leaders Believe

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the CGN Mission & Methods Podcast, we open our Bibles to examine the much-debated topic of the role of women in ministry leadership. As a network, CGN churches are complementarian. In this episode, Nick Cady asks Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell to explain the complementarian and egalitarian positions, and why Calvary Global Network is complementarian. Further, they explain what this means for CGN churches, and where there is room for diversity of practice in this area. Listen towards the end of this episode for a clip of Pastor Chuck Smith giving his perspective on this topic, in a recording from 2008. Click here to read the CGN statement on Women in Ministry Leadership New episodes come out every two weeks, on Wednesday mornings. Make sure to subscribe, and new episodes will be delivered to you as soon as they are released.

The Origins and DNA of Calvary Global Network

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to Season 3 of the CGN Mission & Methods Podcast!

In this first episode of the new season, host Nick Cady speaks with Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell about the origins of CGN, including how it is related to and building upon the heritage of Calvary Chapel.

This episode features clips from Pastor Chuck Smith, as we discuss the heart behind CGN.

New episodes will be released every two weeks, on Wednesday morning. Make sure to subscribe, and new episodes will be delivered to you as soon as they are released.

CGN Ukraine Update: What to know and how to pray. (With Jed Gourley and Pam Markey)

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Sat, 26 Feb 2022 02:00:00 GMT

Nick Cady and Aaron Salvato talk with missionaries Jed Gourley and Pam Markey about the situation in Ukraine! We at CGN wanted to do what we can to help our Calvary family understand what is happening in Ukraine during the start of this war and how we can all be praying.

Worship Leadership, Philosophy and Theology with Scott Cunningham Part 2

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 00:08:00 GMT

As we conclude part two of Worship Leadership, Philosophy and Theology, Scott Cunningham, of School of Worship and Calvary Creative, discusses the question of using lyrics from songs written out of questionably theological sources. Find out on this episode of Mission & Methods!

Worship Leadership, Philosophy and Theology with Scott Cunningham Part 1

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 19:07:00 GMT

Scott Cunningham has been a significant influence on church worship services within the Calvary Chapel movement for decades. His resumé includes Worship Leader at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, Founder/Director of the School of Worship and overseer of the Calvary Chapel Worship Leaders Conference. He has written, recorded and produced many popular worship songs and albums, has partnered with such artists as Matt Redman, Shane & Shane, Jeremy Camp and Brian Eichelberger (Modern Post, Citizens & Saints, The Sing Team), and he produces the Pure Worship podcast. In this first part of a two-part series, he and Kellen Criswell talk about his background as a musician, songwriter and worship leader. Scott shares practical thoughts, perspectives and wisdom that will be an immense benefit to anyone in pastoral leadership and worship ministry.

Developing & Deploying Leaders in the Local Church

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 20:38:00 GMT

How did Jesus develop ministry leaders? Should all pastors and ministry leaders engage in leadership development? What are the biblical and practical foundations for healthy leadership development in the local church? In this episode, Kellen Criswell discusses these important questions with seasoned ministry trainer, Rod Thompson. Pastor Thompson has been used by the Lord to relationally mentor and deploy nearly 200 men and women into fruitful ministry around the world over the last three decades. In addition to serving as a pastor, church planter and missionary, Pastor Thompson continues to engage in training leaders for ministry in many places today, including the United States, Serbia, Italy, the Philippines and more.

Biblical & Practical Spiritual Formation

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 30 May 2019 20:31:00 GMT

What is the biblical portrait of personal and spiritual maturity? What are the primary historic and contemporary approaches to spiritual formation? How can church leaders help church members cultivate spiritual maturity on a congregational level? Listen in as Dr. Randy Roberts, President and Professor of Christian Spirituality at Western Seminary, discuss these crucial questions, and more.

Legacy, Lessons and the Future of Calvary Chapel Missions in Eastern Europe

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Fri, 03 May 2019 18:36:00 GMT

In this episode, Kellen Criswell talks with Pastor Phil Metzger about the history and future of missions in Eastern Europe, and some specific lessons from his involvement that can benefit modern missions in both the global and local-church context.

Preaching Essentials…(or things I’ve just always wanted to ask David Guzik about preaching)

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 23:13:00 GMT

In this episode, Kellen Criswell, Director of CGN, and Pastor and Bible Commentator, David Guzik, discuss important issues related to the theory and practice of biblical preaching. Their conversation covers important questions, including: What is Spirit-empowered preaching? What is Christ-centered preaching? How should we understand what the apostle meant by, “the whole counsel of God?” What are common preaching pitfalls for new preachers and more experienced preachers?

Calvary Chapel: Seminary & Anti-intellectualism

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 22:56:00 GMT

“In this episode Brian Brodersen and Kellen Criswell discuss the past and present of Calvary Chapel on formal ministry training and education. Important questions tackled in their conversation include: - Why has Calvary Chapel often been labeled ‘Anti-intellectual’? - Why are many Calvary Chapel leaders today experiencing new openness to using theological seminaries for part of their ministry preparation? - Why are the flagship Calvary Chapel Bible Colleges in Europe and North America pursuing formal accreditation? - What do these changes mean (and not mean) regarding Calvary Chapel’s historic commitment to the idea that formal education is not a necessary prerequisite for serving in ministry leadership?”

Mission Theology and Church Planting Methods with Dr. Ed Stetzer

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Kellen Criswell, Director of CGN, discusses topics in Mission Theology and Church Planting Methods with Dr. Ed Stetzer.

European Missions & the Need for New Churches & Leaders

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 23:04:00 GMT

Pastors Brian Brodersen and Richard Cimino discuss the current state of missions in Europe, their experiences planting churches, and the exciting opportunities and needs for new church planters, pastors, and leaders.

Women in Church Leadership

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 22:19:00 GMT

What does the Bible say about women in church leadership? In this episode, listen to Dr. Gerry Breshears on pursuing biblical faithfulness and humility in developing your understanding and ministry practice on this timely issue.

Dr. Gerry Breshears on applying the gospel practically and learning when to divide from differing Christian ministries

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Thu, 14 Jun 2018 17:50:00 GMT

In this episode, Kellen Criswell sits down with Dr. Gerry Breshears from Western Seminary to discuss practical applications of the Gospel message, and processing when to partner with, and when to divide from other Christian ministries.

Digging deeper into the Vision & Mission of Calvary Global Network

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 21:04:00 GMT

In this episode, Kellen Criswell, Director of CGN, breaks down the Vision, Mission, and Initiatives of Calvary Global Network.

What is the Calvary Global Network?

joshparks@calvarychapel.com (Calvary Global Network) — Wed, 16 May 2018 20:03:00 GMT

In this episode, Kellen Criswell, Director of CGN, sits down with President and Founder of CGN, Pastor Brian Brodersen, to discuss Pastor Brian's vision and heart behind starting the Calvary Global Network.