Serving as a pastor is one of, if not the, most difficult tasks on earth. We are never "off" and slowing down seems almost impossible. However, it is important for pastors to pause. We must learn to pause to see God at work, nurture and cultivate relationships, laugh, and to grow. The Pastor Pause Podcast with Steve Ely (who has served as youth pastor, college campus pastor, national youth pastor, church planter, lead pastor and now Director of Clergy Development for the International Pentecostal Holiness Church) will dig into all of these areas and more!
In this episode Pastor Steve talks to Pastor Mike Bunrette about his contagious passion for studying and preaching God's Word. He believes it is key to establishing the culture of every church and he has proven it can be done at Lifepoint. You won't wont to miss this!
8 Aug 2025
Pastor Pause - Episode 15 - with Pastor Willie George
Willie George needs no introduction. From his days as Gospel Bill, pushing Fire by Night, Planting Church on The Move, and now serving the last 8 years as Founding Pastor, his integrity, credibility, ability to make things plain and his heart for other Pastors has made him a legend. Join Pastor Steve as he interviews Pastor Willie. This will sound a little different becuase it was a zoom call. You will be blessed by this episode of Pastor Pause.
www.rockerw.com (Rocker W. Ranch is a ministry that Pastor Willie has for other Pastors.)
20 Jun 2025
Pastor Pause - Episode 14 - Jamie Grisham
Pastor Jamie Grisham pastors a dynamic church in Dixon, TN that has experienced incredible growth. However, most people don't know the back story of how Jamie ended up where he is now. His story of risk, faith and personal growth is one that we need to hear so that we will faithfully walk our own path to God's purpose.! Don't miss this miracle story.
9 May 2025
Pastor Pause - Episode 13 - Chris Thompson
Over 50 years of ministry experience! Chris Thompson is worth listening to and learning from. In this episode, he shares 8 things he has built a ministry on that has been proven. The new Pastoral Care Initiative to help our pastors with their pressing financial needs and retirement is also discussed. Don't miss this episode
Contact: PCI@IPHC.org
7 Mar 2025
Pastor Pause - Episode 12 - Randy Hill
In this episode, Steve talks to Pastor Randy Hill about pastoring staff. Pastor Randy not only walked through personal tragedy but then in turn ministered to his staff as they too dealt with heartache. For a church to be healthy requires more than just a healthy pastor. A healthy staff is also needed! Don't miss this conversation.
6 Feb 2025
Pastor Pause - Episode 11 - Matt Bartlett
In this episode, Pastor Steve talks to Worship Pastor Matt Bartlett about how to lead others when you are walking through your own tragedy and trials. They also discuss tips for pastors dealing with their own worship leaders and the upcoming National Pastors Conference.
14 Nov 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 10 - Sam Marin
In this episode, Steve talks to Pastor Sam Marin who serves as the campus pastor at Life.Church in Edmond, OK. Steve and Sam talk about a variety of topics including pastoral care, peaking behind the scenes of Life Church, legacy givers and much more.
Pastor Sam will be one of the keynote speakers at the National Pastors Conference sponsored by Clergy Development on March 13 & 14, 2025. Find out all the details and how to register for this FREE conference at www.phpastors.org/npc (www.phpastors.org/npc).
11 Oct 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 9 - Eric Boggs
In this episode, Steve talks to Pastor Eric Boggs. Steve and Eric have known each other for over 30 years and talk about a wide range of topics including answering the call, longevity in ministry, and the importance and impact a healthy marriage has on ministry and the local church.
Check out Eric and Gena's website at https://www.homematters.family/
16 Aug 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 8 - Jim Eby
In this episode Steve talks to Jim Eby. Jim has over 50 years of ministry experience. In the last two decades his ministry Mission Catalyst International (https://mci3.org/ (https://mci3.org/)) has conducted some 2,500 Great Commission Equipping Trainings in which more than 150,000 national pastors, evangelists, and missionary church planters have been trained by 46 indigenous Master Trainers. The vast majority of those trained have been in countries located in the 10/40 Window. Steve and Jim discuss the challenge American pastors are facing today and how we address the declines we are seeing. This episode will challenge you to pause and plan.
You can get the Discipleship Manual that Jim mentioned by emailing Jim at james.eby@gmail.com (mailto:james.eby@gmail.com).
The books mentioned in the episode:
The Disciple Making Pastor by Bill Hull
DiscipleShift by Jim Putman and Bobby Harrington
Soulshift by Steve DeNeff and David Drury
3 Jul 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 7 - Hans Hess
In this episode Steve talks to Hans Hess. Hans is a pastor, evangelist, a conference leader and a killer guitar player as well. Hans has literally been through the shadow of the valley of death and come out on the other side. This conversation will help any pastor/leader who finds themselves thinking there is no way out or to recover. Pause and listen!
7 Jun 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 6 - Les Jones
In this episode Steve takes a walk down memory lane with his best friend and fellow pastor Les Jones. They talk about growing up in a small town church and the men and women who impacted their lives and helped them answer the call to become ministers. Their experiences will help pastors see the impact they are currently making!
1 May 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 5 - Bob Ely - Pt. 2
Steve continues his discussion with his dad, Bob Ely, a veteran in ministry with 60 years of experience! Listen in as they talk about funerals and weddings. The tips that you will learn will help you navigate these tough and special occasions.
1 Apr 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 4 - Guest Bob Ely
In this episode Steve talks to his dad, Bob Ely, who has 60 years of ministry experience. Listen to the wisdom and knowledge that Bob shares with ministers who are on the front lines today!
1 Mar 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 3 - Pastor Bill Hulse
In this episode Steve talks with, his personal coach, Pastor Bill Hulse about the need for and the practice of coaching.
https://www.talloakscoaching.com/ (https://www.talloakscoaching.com/)
7 Feb 2024
Pastor Pause - Episode 2 - Guest Dr. Chris Adams
Steve Ely talks to Dr. Chris Adams, the Executive Director of Flourishing in Ministry, about the research findings that help ministers find out how to do ministry in a healthier way.
www.flourshinginministry.org (https://www.flourshinginministry.org)
23 Jan 2024
Pastor Pause Episode 1
This is the inaugural episode of Pastor Pause. Steve shares the "why" behind this podcast.
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