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Dive into a collection of past episodes from The Sowers.

discipleship

#106 - A Gospel-Shaped Vision for Sexuality, Singleness & Community — with Pieter Valk

Feb 10, 2026

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#106 - A Gospel-Shaped Vision for Sexuality, Singleness & Community — with Pieter Valk

In this episode, Pieter Valk—a licensed professional counselor, speaker, author, and the Director of Equip—shares one of the most vulnerable and hope‐filled stories we’ve heard on the show. From navigating same‐sex attraction within a conservative Christian context to discovering a lifelong calling to vocational singleness, Pieter offers a profoundly thoughtful vision for what it means to follow Jesus when the path looks different than expected.

church planting

#105 - From Banking to Kingdom Building: Joy Gomersall on Stewardship & the Future of the Church

Feb 3, 2026

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#105 - From Banking to Kingdom Building: Joy Gomersall on Stewardship & the Future of the Church

In this episode, Matt is joined by Joy Gomersall, Executive Director of Stewards Canada, for a powerful conversation on money, missions, and the future of church buildings in Canada.

prayer

#104 - A Holistic Path to Mental Health: Erin Walsh on the Mind, Body, & Soul l The Sowers Podcast

Jan 27, 2026

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#104 - A Holistic Path to Mental Health: Erin Walsh on the Mind, Body, & Soul l The Sowers Podcast

In this powerful and practical conversation, Registered Social Worker Erin Walsh unpacks how mental, emotional, and spiritual health are deeply interconnected — and why healing must involve all three.

evangelism

#103 - Reaching Kids with the Gospel: Ivhan Rusli on Innovation in Children’s Ministry

Jan 20, 2026

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#103 - Reaching Kids with the Gospel: Ivhan Rusli on Innovation in Children’s Ministry

In this episode of The Sowers Podcast, Ivhan Rusli shares why children’s ministry is one of the most strategic ways to impact the world, how CEF Ontario is innovating through STEM clubs, and why churches should consider kids as a primary mission field.

church planting

#102 - From Mini Mart to Movement: Why Evangelism is Missing in Most Churches with Pony Church

Jan 13, 2026

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#102 - From Mini Mart to Movement: Why Evangelism is Missing in Most Churches with Pony Church

What started as a prayer meeting in a convenience store has grown into a disciple-making movement across Canada. In this week’s episode of The Sowers Podcast, Isaiah Bennett and Liam Wilson share the story of Pony Church and the 10:2 Network—a network committed to equipping believers to share the gospel and make disciples.

discipleship

#101 – Six Insights for Following Jesus in Today’s Cultural Moment – Mid-Season Three Recap

Dec 23, 2025

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#101 – Six Insights for Following Jesus in Today’s Cultural Moment – Mid-Season Three Recap

As 2025 comes to a close, Matt reflects on key insights and themes from the conversations held during the fall season. Drawing from 12 conversations with leaders from across Canada, this episode unpacks six key insights for following Jesus in a post-secular culture.

prayer

#100 – Jon Thompson on Leadership, Gifts, and Enduring Faithfully

Dec 16, 2025

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#100 – Jon Thompson on Leadership, Gifts, and Enduring Faithfully

In this milestone episode, Jon Thompson shares insights from nearly three decades in ministry, reflecting on the sobering reality that only 30% of ministry leaders finish well.

church planting

#99 – Dustin Boreland On Being a Faithful Presence In a Post-Christian World

Dec 2, 2025

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#99 – Dustin Boreland On Being a Faithful Presence In a Post-Christian World

In this episode of The Sowers Podcast, Matt sits down with Dustin Boreland to tackle one of the most pressing questions for churches today: How do we form disciples who thrive in a rapidly changing world?

prayer

#98 – Brooke Nicholls on Worship, Surrender & Revival in Canada

Nov 25, 2025

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#98 – Brooke Nicholls on Worship, Surrender & Revival in Canada

In this episode, Matt welcomes worship leader, songwriter, and author Brooke Nicholls. Her newest single “Whatever You Say” is a bold declaration of trust—and a reflection of the journey she’s walked through grief, motherhood, and ministry.

discipleship

Nov 11, 2025

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#97 - Mark Buchanan on The Power of Story and Storytelling in Discipleship

In this episode of The Sowers Podcast, Matt sits down with Mark Buchanan — Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Ambrose Seminary, author of twelve books, and co-leader of New Story Community — for a rich conversation on the transformative power of story.