This is a Christian podcast for men. Each episode focuses on real-life issues men care about. Together we explore what it means to live day to day with authenti...
EP 78: Adventures in Fatherhood with Jason Weening
Some of you may be old enough to remember the sitcom Eight is Enough, about a family with eight children trying to get by. Well, for our guest in this podcast, it’s not eight, but ten! Today, we’re going to speak with Jason Weening, a dad of ten who has dedicated his life to fatherhood and helping other dads along the way. Jason and his wife, Alli, have been married for 20 years. He speaks to parents, encouraging them to be intentional in their “most important organization”: their family! After spending 15 years in the business world, he moved into a ministry role at his local church. Their adventure-loving family recently returned from living in the Dominican Republic for 6 months. In 2024, he released an adventure book for kids, Danger in the Jungle. He co-hosts the Helping Men Thrive podcast and supervises the care of hens, ducks, cows, and vegetables on their small hobby farm. You can find him on his website, Helping Dads. In this fascinating conversation, we talk about things like: What being the father of ten kids is like! How fatherhood shapes our views and experiences of leadership Jason’s book from his Riders of the Lost Reptiles series, and how the writing relates to boldness and adventure How we can teach our sons and daughters the importance of resilience and facing life’s challenges head-on Learning to manage the many distractions of life and how to bring them under control, finding God’s peace in a frantic world The challenges and importance of creating lasting memories and connections in our families and how to do it The meaning of the term “your most important organization” and why it’s so important Join us for this very interesting conversation with a great dad! ---------------------------------------------- Website: https://impactus.org/ Check Our Resources for Men: https://impactus.org/resources/ ---------------------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter This Is Me TV As an Amazon Associate, we may earn commission from qualifying purchases on Amazon.ca. Learn more.
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EP 77: Pushing the Limits with Gord Pauls
If you’re a Marvel movie fan, Iron Man is probably familiar to you. In this episode of the Impactus podcast, we are excited to talk with a real-life “Iron Man”—a humble businessman from Hamilton, Ontario, who was the first Canadian to run not one, not two, but three Ironman races in three consecutive days for over 45 hours of physical exertion. But he wasn’t running for himself but for a greater cause. Gord Pauls owned and operated a General Insurance brokerage for 28 years and opened a running apparel store in 1996. He is an accomplished runner and triathlete and a respected, personable, and inspirational leader in the Hamilton running community. Since taking up running twenty-six years ago, Gord has completed over 35 marathons, including 12 Boston Marathons, with a personal best time of 2h:51m. In addition, he has run countless other races, often raising money to support charities. He also races to encourage some of the hundreds of runners he has inspired through his example and instruction. As a coach, Gord has seen his clients meet and exceed their goals. Not satisfied with being an outstanding runner, Gord took up duathlons and triathlons in recent years, earning berths on the Canadian National Teams plus completing eight grueling Ironman Triathlons. In 2010, he became “Canada’s only Triple Ironman,” a back-to-back-to-back Ironman race with a total distance of 678 km, raising a quarter of a million dollars ($257,000) for micro-credit loans in Haiti. Gord talks with us about the physical struggles of his favorite activity and how pushing himself through these excruciating exercises has impacted and inspired his faith life and the call to love and serve others through what he is doing. Join us for an inspiring conversation with an inspiring man! ---------------------------------------------- Website: https://impactus.org/ Check Our Resources for Men: https://impactus.org/resources/ ---------------------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube
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EP 76: Multiplying Men with Steve Sonderman
Is “Men’s Ministry” still a thing? Is it still relevant? Do we even need it? Here at Impactus, we like referring to this area as “Ministry to Men,” and that’s more than just semantics. We need a new understanding that men need ministry, not just programs, and that men are called to do ministry in their churches and communities. On this podcast, we’re delighted to have one of the most recognizable names in Ministry to Men back with us: Steve Sonderman. Steve is highly regarded as one of the pioneers of the men’s ministry movement in America. He started one of the first men’s ministries in the country for the growing church population at Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, Wisconsin. He is the founder of the national No Regrets Men’s Ministries and the annual No Regrets Men’s Conference, which today draws thousands of men across the country and around the world. Steve regularly consults with churches and leaders and has authored books on leadership and curriculum studies for men. Steve and his wife, Colleen, have four grown children and are proud grandparents. If you are part of a Men’s Ministry or a leader in one, then this conversation is for you, as we jump into topics like: The challenges of the “man crisis” that we can see in our culture and churches The impact that can happen when a man gets truly mobilized in his faith How we can embrace a “multiplication mindset” when ministering to men and why it’s so crucial Why “apprenticeship” is so important in Men’s Ministry, and what are some of the ways we can engage in it The difference between “knowledge-based” discipleship and “obedience-based” discipleship In our challenging cultural moment, what reasons we can have to be hopeful and excited about what God is up to The various amazing things that Steve is seeing God do in the lives of men all around the world Come and join us for this fascinating and in-depth discussion on the Impactus podcast!
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EP 75: Fighting for Family with Chris Bennett
Families are under attack. Culture seems to be encroaching on us. Pressure comes from all angles…education, ideology, politics, and sometimes even the Church. But maybe there’s a much more sinister battle at work—in our minds, hearts, and homes. In this podcast, we’ll discuss “Fighting for Family” with Chris Bennett, who recently released a book under this title. Chris is a pastor, storyteller, writer, and producer from Dallas, Texas. His wife Julie is a writer, producer, speaker, and two-time cancer survivor from Edmond, Oklahoma. Together, Chris and Julie are the founders of Welcome Home Lifestyle, a production company that creates and promotes content celebrating healthy, thriving families, friendships, and communities. Chris and Julie are also co-hosts of the Finding Family podcast. The Bennetts currently reside in Malibu, California, where Chris serves as lead pastor of Vintage Church Malibu. Dean and Chris have an intriguing conversation, exploring topics like: What it means to be men who fight for our families How to navigate the challenges of transition and turmoil in a godly way Being men who fight for what truly matters The biblical principle of “honor” and why it is so crucial to healthy relationships Why humility is so essential for men to embrace How actively practicing hospitality transforms both us and those we invite in How singles can embrace these ideas in their context All this and more, in this month’s edition of the Impactus podcast! ---------------------------------------------- Website: https://impactus.org/ Check Our Resources for Men: https://impactus.org/resources/ ---------------------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter This Is Me TV
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EP 74: Helping the World Hear God Speak with Duncan Campbell
If you were to rate your current experience reading or listening to the Word of God, how would you fare? If you're like most guys, Bible engagement can be challenging. While some are very disciplined with their time in the Word, others struggle to prioritize and focus. Our most recent Spiritual Health of Men Survey found that you aren’t alone. We saw some decline from the previous year in the number of respondents who responded to the question of whether they spend regular time in the Scriptures. So what can you do about it, and how can you get better at spending time daily in the Word? The good news is that there are resources, translations, and organizations to help you. On this month’s podcast, we’re excited to speak with Duncan Campbell. Duncan is the Vice President of National Programs for the Canadian Bible Society, one of our ministry partners here at Impactus, with a mission to help people hear God speak, in Canada and across the world. He is an author, blogger, visionary, husband, father, grandfather, adventurer, and incorrigibly curious. Today, we’ll talk to Duncan about his spiritual journey, the mission and many projects of the Bible Society, and how they can help men engage with the Word. ---------------------------------------------- Website: https://impactus.org/ Check Our Resources for Men: https://impactus.org/resources/ ---------------------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Linkedin Twitter This Is Me TV
This is a Christian podcast for men. Each episode focuses on real-life issues men care about. Together we explore what it means to live day to day with authentic faith.
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