Episode 72: What is the Church Partnership Network? (with Ben Busenitz)

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of shared pastoral care within the church and features an interview with Ben Busanitz about the Church Partnership Network.

Share your thoughts There is danger in the calling of being a pastor. The demands and privileges of being a faithful shepherd to your flock will often weigh heavy on your soul. Praise God that His power is made perfect in our weakness. Praise God that He chooses to display His grace so gloriously through meager men like us. Praise God for His design: all the weight of care and counsel does not have to be on your shoulders but is beautifully shared by the body. At BCM, we partner with churches...

People in this episode

Guest: Ben Busanitz

Topics covered

• church partnership
• pastoral care
• biblical counseling
• community support
• spiritual leadership

Keywords

• pastor
• church
• soul care
• counseling
• community
• leadership
• grace

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BCM

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