The ACCWA Podcast is a space for pastors and leaders to be equipped, inspired, and empowered through engaging conversations on ministry and leadership. With episodes hosted by our WA State President, Ps Christie Blaikie and members of the WA State Executive team, each episode offers practical insights and encouragement from a range of guests that include pastors, leaders and industry professionals. Aligned with our vision to increase leadership capability, this podcast is here to support you as you lead with wisdom, faith, and purpose. Subscribe now and join us on the journey.
When Ministry Leads To Burnout with Ps Paul Barber
In this deeply honest and courageous conversation, Ps Nate Phor sits down with Ps Paul Barber shares his personal journey through burnout in ministry - and the road to healing on the other side.
After decades of faithfully serving others, Paul opens up about the hidden toll of carrying people’s pain, the warning signs he didn’t recognise and the moment everything came to a halt. With humility and clarity, he reflects on the importance of boundaries, the danger of “just pushing through” and the critical need for external support.
This episode is both a sobering and hope-filled reminder: you can love God, serve faithfully and still need help. Whether you’re in ministry, leadership or simply navigating the weight of life, this conversation will encourage you to prioritise your health, process your pain and rediscover sustainable ways to care for others - without losing yourself in the process.
18 Jun 2026
Childhood Isn't the Waiting Room for Faith with Ps Andy Kirk
On this episode of the ACCWA Pastors & Leaders Podcast, Ps Emily Elliott sits down with Ps Andy Kirk, ACC National Kids Director, to unpack one of the most urgent discipleship conversations facing the Church today: how we intentionally disciple children and empower families to build lasting faith.
Drawing from more than two decades of ministry experience, Andy shares why childhood is not a “waiting room” for faith, but one of the most formative seasons for spiritual development. Together, they explore the unique challenges and opportunities of discipling Gen Alpha, why great programs alone are not enough and how churches of every size can move from simply gathering kids to intentionally forming disciples.
This conversation is packed with practical wisdom for senior pastors, campus pastors, kids pastors and church leaders alike - from partnering more effectively with parents, to creating simple rhythms of faith formation in the home, to rethinking how discipleship is modelled across church life.
If you’re passionate about seeing the next generation develop a faith that is personal, resilient and deeply rooted in Christ, this episode will equip and challenge you to think bigger about the Church’s role in shaping families for the future.
4 Jun 2026
Redefining Success in Ministry with Ps Joel Chelliah
In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, ACC National President Ps Joel Chelliah sits down with Ps Taryn to unpack over 25 years of ministry, leadership and the lessons that truly matter.
From navigating personal challenges and protecting what matters most, to redefining success in leadership, Ps Joel shares wisdom on building healthy families, staying spiritually grounded and leading with longevity. He speaks candidly about the rise of Gen Z, the importance of generational leadership and why the future of the Church depends on empowering sons and daughters - now, not later.
Whether you’re a pastor, leader or simply hungry to grow, this episode will encourage you to stay close to God, guard your heart and lead with a legacy in mind.
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