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“The stuff you just can’t learn in seminary!”
BrandonTyler024 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“This podcast is so helpful and addresses a wide range of pastoral issues in a very practical way.”
Keithmcilwaine via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/12/24
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“These two men, Brian and Jim, provide a rich source of encouragement to anyone battling daily in ministry. I find myself binge listening as I drive back and forth between ministry meetings and pastoral visits. Some of the things I battle in the church and in my mind concerning ministry, they deal...”Read full review »
Reformedbc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/23
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“I'm like a little girl on Christmas morning whenever I find there is a new episode. This podcast makes me feel like Brian Croft and Jim Savastio invite us in to listen to their conversations on the highs and lows of ministry life. I have shared it with many others and our church's...”Read full review »
Mom2a DD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/23
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“I've been listening for a couple of years now. The topics and the way that the topics are approached is so helpful for me as a pastor.
Can't recommend this podcast enough!!!”Read full review »
Ausoldier2016 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/23
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“As a guy going through elder training, you’re podcast has helped me immensely. Brian and Jim, thank you for all you do for the ministry!”
Daniszewski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/23
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“As a pastor, this podcast has been one of my go tos. It’s helpful, supportive and theologically-practical”
Ryan@FMM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/23
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“This podcast is a excellent and is very very encouraging for all people in ministry!”
swaggy p runnin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/23
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“I am giving this review so Jim feels better, you are loved! Practical shepherding has been a huge blessing for me. I stumbled upon it in my first year as a pastor and have been blessed to be in a replay cohort as well as attend a pastor’s retreat in 2022. Brian and Jim are the real deal. Listen...”Read full review »
Jrob17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/23
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“I’m a relatively new pastor and had this podcast recommended to me by an older pastor in my life. Ever since I’ve been immensely encouraged by the ministry of Brian and Jim. I thank God for you men and the help that this podcast is to me and many others. Don’t grow weary in doing good.”
PastorJason86 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/22
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“If you are a pastor, you need to subscribe to this podcast. Trench Talk discusses issues you likely are not able to discuss with anyone else, especially if you are the only pastor at your church. It is always helpful and always encouraging. I find myself being encouraged, being convicted,...”Read full review »
jfry1017 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/22
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“I’m a new listener to Practical Shepherding. I’m greatly appreciative of their wise, thoughtful, experienced perspective on pastoral leadership from the foundation of the Scriptures and the “trenches” of church leadership.”
Pastor RH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/22
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“Every episode seems to track my ministry life. Thank you Brian and Jim for sharing your ministry wisdom and experience with us.”
deerpointpastor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/22
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“Brian and Jim have been such an encouragement to my ministry and my soul through this podcast. After years of listening to “church leadership” gurus who made me feel like I would never be able to live up to what they do, Brian’s and Jim’s message of simple faithfulness and relying on God’s Word...”Read full review »
JTD3421 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/22
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“I typed in the search podcast search field “pastoral weakness” and this was one that seemed the most fitting. After listening, I am tremendously grateful for these pastors’ candor and vulnerability for the sake of people like me who have a hard to understanding the gospel equation: weakness =...”Read full review »
bmeiont via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/21
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“God recently called me to pastor my first church. At 28 years old, I cannot adequately express how thankful I am for the wisdom of Brian and Jim. I am a relatively new listener and I’m playing catch up. God bless you brothers”
Hrizzy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/21
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“Not only is this podcast rich with trustworthy counsel, it’s hosted by trustworthy men. If you’ve stumbled across Trench Talk, you’ve found a reliable resource!”
Jacob Christ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/21
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“Thank you for your ministry!”
whenmomfollowsjesus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/21
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“I have been a pastor for almost 2 years now and I have found this podcast incredibly practical and helpful for my ministry. My congregation likely has no idea how much this podcast has shaped me. I am very thankful for this podcast!”
kansaspastor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/21
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“Tremendous podcast and very well produced. Biblical, helpful, and always timely with their subjects. Highly recommended!!”
drigw18 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/21
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“This podcast has helped me think through so many different issues and topics. Love it!”
Dan Mays via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/20
“No “leadership” clichés, no arrogance, just simple and practical advice. I recommend it for every pastor”
Reverand Domino via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/20
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“Pastor, how do you pastor? These men offer excellent insight and wisdom to those seeking to shepherd well the flock among them.
Outside of my own pastors, these gentlemen have done much to encourage my pursuit of the ministry and shape my thinking.
The usual format is excellent and simple (no...”Read full review »
A Ariwi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/20
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“Trench Talk stands head and shoulders above all other ministry-related podcasts I have found. As a young, new pastor looking for podcasts that offer practical counsel and direction for pastors, I quickly came across Trench Talk. Since then I have been devouring episodes on x2 speed for a couple...”Read full review »
Apologenius via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/20
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“As a recent seminary grad beginning in ministry, this has been a very helpful podcast. I’m thankful to have found it.”
Charles Huckaby via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/20
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“I’ve been listening to this podcast on and off for about 6 months, and I have benefitted greatly from the very practical pastoral wisdom it offers. I’m a seminary student aspiring to be pastor, who is currently being trained in a local church - and I cannot recommend this enough. It’s helped me...”Read full review »
swayer green via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/20
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“This podcast is a refreshing tool and encouragement to talk through practical on-the-job-training for pastors gleaned from years of pastoral ministry in the trenches. A great encouragement and a valuable resource.”
Partywithaka via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/20
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“I listen to every podcast. Brian and Jim have helped me so much through the podcast and books. I’ve been at my church for 13 years and I pray daily for wisdom. elders to listen as well. God provides a lot of wisdom through this ministry. My elders listen also.
Pastor Chris Hinckley Olmsted...”Read full review »
pastorhinckley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/20
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“Brian pastors just a couple blocks from me, and in my first two years God has used him to keep me in the pastorate. Practical Shepherding is a genuine ministry from pastors in the trenches to pastors in the trenches. Listen and be encouraged that you are not alone.”
lostinsomethingbigger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/20
“This podcast has helped me out so much in the first two years of Pastoral Ministry.”
BroMattMoore via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/08/20
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“I love listening to Brian and Jim talk about being a pastor. They give practical advice from their own experiences! Worth a listen.”
JHarrLouis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/19
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“Thanks for the practical advice, I am a Peruvian student at SWBTS, I love you podcast. Keep doing it and touching some very practical and realistic topics. You all are a great encouragement.”
Martín manchego via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/19
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“There are tons of books and podcasts on both preaching and leadership, but this podcast goes where most don’t and where it is so needed. After being in youth ministry for some time, when I became lead pastor at another church I found myself unaware of so many of the pastoral responsibilities,...”Read full review »
Nicholas Hencye via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/19
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“This podcast lives up to its name: it is practical. I appreciate the way Brian and Jim discuss everyday issues that pastors face. It is very helpful. I especially appreciate the fact that they begin each discussion by establishing a biblical foundation.”
PW241 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/19
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“This podcast consistently addresses issues that I face as a pastor. This is pastors ministering to pastors.”
ParticlesRUs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/08/19
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“This is a very helpful and encouraging podcast. Pastors, you will be blessed by this.”
DJ Wild Master via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/19
“If you love God, His Word, and His Church, you will be blessed by listening to Brian Croft and Jim Savastio dialogue with each other and interview their guests on pastoring the flock with Gospel grace. Though aimed primarily at evangelical pastors, anyone who ministers to people in Jesus’ name...”Read full review »
onewhostrives via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/19
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“With so many podcast options for pastors, Practical Shepherding is a MUST listen to. Brian & Jim offer much wisdom in every episode.”
EricDStephens via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/19
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“This podcast is tremendously helpful. I always enjoy Brian and Jim’s perspective on various facets of pastoral ministry, and every week I am given more tools to thrive in ministry. If you’re a pastor, don’t miss this podcast!”
KJB919 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/19
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“Very helpful to anyone in ministry”
Ztford via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/18
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“Ministry practice rooted in theological convictions. All warmly communicated by two experienced pastors with humility and grace. Every episode is solid, encouraging, and challenging. Subscribe to this!”
Spencer Harmon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/18
“This podcast helps pastors think through the nuts and bolts of pastoral ministry. It hits not only on theological issues, but shepherding our own hearts to help shepherd the local church. I am thankful for this resource.”
kdryan87 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/18
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“Brian has been a blessing to our church and leadership and this podcast let’s others experience wisdom and advice that is sorely needed.”
mfh1342 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/18
“I love this podcast!!! I’m a new pastor and I’ve gleaned a ton from these conversations. One thing I really appreciate is the humble, understanding tone with which the issues are discussed. I strongly recommend this to all pastors.”
TheDream85 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/18
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“Really grateful for this resource. Really balanced, thoughtful, biblical responses on each topic. Keep em coming!”
DTriller via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/18
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“A regular and refreshing reminder of our frailty as men and of our privileged call to shepherd God’s people. Thank you, Brian and Jim, for your hard work and your years of faithful ministry to the Lord.”
Ben Ratliff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/18
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“Great topics and thankful for Pastors Brian and Jim. Good stuff.”
Nate Millican via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/18
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