Ministry Without Hating It

About Ministry Without Hating It

Is it possible to do ministry without hating it? We have a theory that it just might be. Join us in our pursuit to answer this question through the stories of ministry leaders who have been where you're at, and pick up the wisdom they've earned in the trenches of their own ministry journeys.

Publisher

Chad Garrison & Brenton Hill

Category

business · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 May 2022

Latest episode

9 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

81 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Sept 2026

   #63: Dudes With Limits | A Hiatus Announcement

   What do you do when ministry keeps getting in the way of your podcast about ministry? You let it drop for a season. So that's what this episode is about, we're taking a "pause" for the rest of the year, and letting you know how we got to this space. Many thanks to our faithful listeners for your support and encouragement! p.s. We also end the episode with a giant outtake for you to take on the road. Episode Credits: Audio Engineer & Editing by AJ Williams Produced by Chad Garrison Connect With Ministry w/o Hating It: Our LinkTree (https://linktr.ee/withouthatingit) | Support MWH @ Buy Me A Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MWHP) Thanks for listening! If this podcast is a helpful resource to you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review and sharing it with others.

2. 

   26 Aug 2026

   #62: Walk Straight Until God Turns | Learning the Voice of No feat. Ben Weiss

   We often lead from a place of seeking confirmation in God’s “Yes”, but have we learned the voice of God’s “No”? In this episode, Pastor Ben Weiss shares how his ministry journey of highs of the miraculous AND the pain of the lowest lows have reinforced his resiliency in obedience to God’s leading. It also shaped his ministry strategy from pray and spray, to a more focused target. We’re going big on real and practical in this one, so let’s get to it! Resources Highlighted in this Interview: Connect further with Ben at https://gracecommunitychurch.com/ (https://gracecommunitychurch.com/) Guest Bio: Pastor Ben Weiss married his high school sweetheart, Crystal Weiss, in 1996, and together they have been serving in ministry since Ben graduated from Christ For The Nations in 1997. Ben joined Grace Community Church as Youth Pastor in 2004 and later served as Family Pastor beginning in 2009 before becoming Senior Pastor in 2012. Over the years, Pastor Ben has also served as District Youth Director, NextGen Director, Family Camp Director, and currently serves as the Area Pastor for North Central Texas. Ben and Crystal are passionate about seeing Grace Community Church fulfill its mission of Loving God, Loving People, and Building Strong Families. They believe community involvement is foundational to advancing the Gospel and actively minister throughout North Fort Worth and the surrounding communities. Pastor Ben and Crystal have four beautiful children, a wonderful daughter-in-law, and a granddaughter who is in charge of everything! Episode Credits: Audio Engineer & Editing by AJ Williams Produced by Chad Garrison Connect With Ministry w/o Hating It: Our LinkTree (https://linktr.ee/withouthatingit) | Support MWH @ Buy Me A Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MWHP) Thanks for listening! If this podcast is a helpful resource to you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review and sharing it with others.

3. 

   15 Jul 2026

   #61: No One is Dying | Events, Communications & Telling Your Truth feat. Rachel VanProyen Pratt

   Like it or not, there’s no getting around impact communications and events can have in our ministry. In this episode, Pastor, Communications & Events Coordinator, Rachel VanProyen Pratt shares how she’s continually learning to stay spiritually grounded, pursue excellence and still embrace grace for yourself as you go. We also unpack communication as truth telling and value-giving, when to utilize or abstain from AI, never abdicating your creative spirit and how authenticity communicates on a greater level than you may realize. It’s time to party, so everybody just have a good time… Resources Highlighted in this Interview: Connect further with Rachel here (https://www.foursquare.org/districts/central/) Foursquare Central District Resources (https://www.foursquare.org/districts/central/resources/) Guest Bio: Rachel VanProyen Pratt serves as Communications & Events Coordinator for the Central District of The Foursquare Church, leading district communications, managing events, and supporting a network of pastors, churches, and leaders across the region. A pastor's kid from Washington State, Rachel grew up immersed in church and ministry life, getting her start at summer camps as a counselor, worship leader, and camp cook (yes, really). Those experiences shaped her calling and sparked her passion for creating spaces where people can grow, belong, and connect with Jesus. Rachel is passionate about giving people and leaders practical tools to follow Jesus well in everyday life. She loves working at the intersection of strategy and execution, working building systems, shaping communication, and designing experiences that equip and move people forward. She believes the best communications and events don't just inform or impress; they help people connect to something bigger than themselves. She previously served as an assisting pastor at Lifehouse Church in San Antonio, Texas, overseeing communications and administration. Rachel holds a Bachelor's in Biblical Studies from Life Pacific University, is an ordained minister with The Foursquare Church, and is currently pursuing an MA in Spiritual Formation from Northeastern Seminary. She lives in Ashburn, VA with her husband, Jesse, and their cat, Maggie. Connect With Ministry w/o Hating It: Our LinkTree (https://linktr.ee/withouthatingit) | Support MWH @ Buy Me A Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MWHP) Thanks for listening! If this podcast is a helpful resource to you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review and sharing it with others.

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• Lesli Klingenmeier
• Chad Halverson
• Jesse Lambert
• Joe Martin
• BrianJames McMahon

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YouTube views

376

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 50 / 100

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Quality

45

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

71

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