Not the Pastor
A Podcast for the Staff. Working on a church staff requires a multitude of skills. Join Nathan Auxer and Thomas Nunnery as they interview guests to explore what it takes to thrive working under a pastor. Discover the resources and tools you need, and glean the wisdom from those that are doing what you do. If you are familiar with switching from Music Minister, to Youth Director, to Graphic Designer, to Carpenter, to Bus Captain, and everything in between, then this podcast is for you.
Episodes
136 episodes
Unexpected Transitions and the Future of Not The Pastor
Sometimes following Jesus takes us in unexpected directions. Nathan is going through just such a transition in his life and ministry. Even just a few months ago these changes were not on his horizon. We hope the journey God is guiding him on ca...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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43:20
Logos Bible Software with Mark Ward
Mark Ward joins us to talk about Logos Bible Software and how it can help students of the Bible and especially those entrusted with the teaching and preaching of the Bible. Download Logos Basi...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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33:32
Intercessory Prayer - A thought from Daniel 9
Thomas talks about prayer and specifically the effort to stand in the gap and pray for others.
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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28:24
A Charge for the New Year - A Mini Episode
Grow. Learn. Change. Indeed, the Christian life is not supposed to become stagnant. But we don't always see the growth we should in our lives. Maybe you need to adjust your goals. More on
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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5:05
Live Carefully - A Mini Episode
Ephesians 5:15-17 says: "15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is."Thomas shares s...
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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11:19
Season 3 Bloopers
We say all kinds of stuff that didn't come out right, was goofy, or just wasn't what we meant to say. All that stuff gets cut. Here, for your listening pleasure, are a few times we misspoke, got distracted, or otherwise said silly things. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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4:23
Die to Self - A Mini Episode
Nathan talks about a lesson God has spoken to him about recently about how because we can be overly concerned with what we want and need, we need to "Die to Self".
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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13:58
God's Got This - A Mini Episode
Thomas talks about a truth that seems to keep coming up in his study. God has this all under control. God is still king.
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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10:16
"The Friendly Factor" With Tim Shellenberger
What do guests experience when they walk through the doors of your church for the first time? Today on Not The Pastor, Nathan and Thomas talk with Tim Shellenberger about how to know if your church has "The Friendly Factor" or just a "F...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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33:01
Joining a Community Parade
Parades are often a fun way for a community to celebrate events, holidays, or special occasions. In our episode today, we are going to talk about getting involved in a parade. We want to share some reasons why you might want to consider partici...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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37:57
Commentary Recommendations
Nathan and Thomas talk about commentaries that have been helpful in their studies recently. They mention the following:Dale Ralph DavisHarold HoehnerMartin Lloyd-JonesDavid Guzik
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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21:27
Encore Episode: Running a Youth Conference with Greg and Tina Adams
This is an Encore episode from September 15th 2020. If you are hosting events in the new year, the lessons and wisdom from the Adams will be a huge help! Episode 013 - After more than 30 years of being youth pastors, Greg and Tina ...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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34:52
A Look at Daniel 1
Thomas and Nathan have a conversation about Daniel chapter 1.
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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28:57
On Police Chaplains with Bill Prater
Could you reach your local police force through an opportunity to be a police Chaplain? Today, Nathan discusses the ins and outs of being a police chaplain with Bro. Bill Prater.If you would like to reach out to Bro. Bill Prater...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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30:33
Events: Harvest Party
Harvest has had a Harvest Party on October 31st for years. We've learned some things over the years. Maybe some of the stuff we've worked through can help you. Join the conversation on our Face...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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24:10
Music: "The Benefit of a Christmas Cantata" with Kevin Higginbotham
Nathan and Thomas talk with Kevin Higginbotham about the ins and outs of a Christmas Cantata. They discuss everything from "Is a Christmas Cantata worth all of the extra work?" to some specific resources that will help make this years Christmas...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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42:58
Limiting Distractions During the Preaching Service
Nathan and Thomas talk about limiting distractions during your preaching service.Join the conversation on our Facebook page.Email us at notthepastorpodcast@gmail.com
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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36:35
Connecting With Your Family
When life gets busy, sometimes it is easy to neglect the most important relationships.Thomas wants to encourage you to make time to connect with your kids. Connect with your spouse. Thomas mentions several apps. You can check those ...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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11:00
The Fall Reset
Fall is a busy time for most churches and families. Back to school, regular programs and events, ramp up to the holidays and more create a hectic time after the summer. Unfortunately, we can sometimes hold on to our summertime habits long a...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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19:14
Encore Episode: On Creative Outreach with Seth Anundson
Seth Anundson, associate pastor at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Mustang, OK, talks to us about ways his church engages its community with the love of Jesus.This episode first aired on September 8th, 2020. Join the conversat...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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30:14
Unity and Gifts in a Church Body
Thomas has been taking an adult Sunday School class through Ephesians and has spent the last 6 weeks talking about unity in a church and the gifts that Jesus gives to help make that unity possible. Thomas spends time talking about how to practi...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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37:06
Introducing New Music for Congregational Singing with Samuel Sitler
Sometimes it can feel like we sing the same 15 songs over and over again in church. But how do you introduce and teach the whole church congregation new songs? Where do you find them? How do you introduce them to your song rotation? Samuel Sitl...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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27:27
"The Power of a Prospect List" with Daniel Davidson
Do you have fruit that remains? If you are going to effectively reach multiple people in your life, you are going to need a list to keep track of who you need to follow up with. Daniel Davidson talks through the how's and why's of maint...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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26:10
Encore Episode: On Leadership with Luke Sorensen
We are throwing back to our fifth-ever episode! Enjoy this rerun from Luke Sorensen!Episode 005 - Join Nathan and Thomas as they talk to Luke Sorensen from Prineville, OR about leadership and influence.Luke mentions that anyone ...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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34:10
"Precepts, Principles and Preferences" with David Sommerdorf
That rule in your life...is it a precept and principle or a preference? What is the difference?Evangelist David Sommerdorf helps us understand which is which and how we ought to respond to each.Find the "10 Principles" d...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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31:14