leadership

church planting

#112 - When Ritual Meets Relationship: Chris Keyes on Evangelization, the Holy Spirit, and The Catholic Church

Apr 7, 2026

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#112 - When Ritual Meets Relationship: Chris Keyes on Evangelization, the Holy Spirit, and The Catholic Church

In this powerful conversation, Chris Keyes, VP of Programming at Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO), joins the show to explore the urgent need for evangelization within the Catholic Church. Chris shares his own journey from cultural Catholicism to a vibrant, personal relationship with Jesus—and how the Holy Spirit ignited a lifelong passion to see Catholics truly encounter Christ.

Matt Naismith

prayer

#111- Love as the Measure of Leadership: Danielle Strickland on Hope, Justice, and the Way of Jesus

Mar 31, 2026

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#111- Love as the Measure of Leadership: Danielle Strickland on Hope, Justice, and the Way of Jesus

In this episode, Danielle Strickland joins The Sowers for a deeply compelling conversation on discipleship, justice, prayer, and hope in a fearful world. Danielle recounts her first encounter with Jesus in a jail cell, how love—not shame—set her on a new path, and why the Church is at its best when it looks upward and moves outward.

Matt Naismith

discipleship

#108- The Leader Within: Jason Ballard on Emotional Health, Self-Awareness & Jesus‐Shaped Leadership

Mar 3, 2026

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#108- The Leader Within: Jason Ballard on Emotional Health, Self-Awareness & Jesus‐Shaped Leadership

In this episode, Jason Ballard (Lead Pastor at The Way Church, Founder of The Pastorate) takes us deep into the work God does within a leader: emotional awareness, spiritual rhythms, honest self-audit, and learning to lead from presence rather than pressure.

Matt Naismith

church planting

#107 - When God Calls You Into the Unknown: The Story of Evolve Church with Jono & Nicole Zantingh

Feb 24, 2026

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#107 - When God Calls You Into the Unknown: The Story of Evolve Church with Jono & Nicole Zantingh

In this powerful conversation, Matt sits down with Jono and Nicole Zantingh — pastors, pioneers, and co-leaders of Evolve Church in Edmonton, AB. Their story is one of radical obedience, bold faith, and a willingness to say “yes” when God invites them into something new.

Matt Naismith

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.

Matt Naismith

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.

Matt Naismith

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.

Matt Naismith

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.

Matt Naismith

discipleship

Nov 11, 2025

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3 min read

#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.

Matt Naismith

discipleship

#94 - Keith Taylor on Leading with Character, Finishing Well, and Staying Faithful For The Long Haul

Oct 28, 2025

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#94 - Keith Taylor on Leading with Character, Finishing Well, and Staying Faithful For The Long Haul

In this episode of The Sowers Podcast, Dr. Keith Taylor shares lessons from more than 40 years of ministry leadership. From his early years in Vernon, BC, to 30 years at Beulah Alliance in Edmonton, Keith reflects on the importance of authentic faith, resilience through hardship, and the centrality of character in leadership.

Matt Naismith

prayer

Oct 28, 2025

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2 min read

#93 - Sunder Krishnan On A Life Following Jesus Rooted in Prayer, Scripture & Holiness

In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of The Sowers Podcast, we sit down with Sunder Krishnan—a man whose journey from nuclear engineering to pastoral ministry is a testament to God’s calling and grace.

Matt Naismith