Click here to view Relational Discipleship Network: https://rdn.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8MG1BhCoARIsAHxSiQmiFG0czO2HClUqBDVxT9NZHAYaOm_Jrf0WGacBvXTl_ihES3joJ6kaAu_UEALw_wcB  RSVP for our Disciple Making Sunday event in Marion, IA – https://discipleship.org/one-day-events/  “Today’s episode will help us understand the importance of active leadership involvement, personal engagement, and maintaining a healthy culture for effective discipleship within churches.” Get The Disciple Makers Podcast Premium Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/    Building a Discipleship Culture: Insights from the Relational Discipleship Network Join Moose, the director of the Relational Discipleship Network, as he discusses the importance of building a culture of discipleship within churches. In this session, Moose emphasizes the role of leaders in embodying and modeling discipleship, grounded in the teachings and methodologies of Jesus. He explains the significance of integrating a discipleship culture that includes coaching, collaborative effort, and maintaining strong relational values. The session also includes practical advice on managing and assessing church culture, with real-life examples and strategies for fostering a supportive, accountable, and engaging church environment. Special guests and coaches share their experiences in transforming church cultures, highlighting the imperative of relational and intentional discipling for effective ministry. Check out Discipleship.org for resources on disciple-making: https://discipleship.org/resources/  Check out Discipleship.org Audio Books: https://discipleship.org/resources/ebooks/  Key Takeaways 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 00:08 The Importance of Culture in Discipleship 00:46 The Role of Leadership in Shaping Culture 01:14 Understanding and Experiencing Discipleship 01:51 The Dangers of Isolation 04:12 Personal Reflections on Leadership and Family 07:39 Defining and Managing Culture 17:39 Jesus' Approach to Discipleship 27:02 Celebrating Successes and Building a Positive Culture 28:07 Embracing Failures in Staff Meetings 29:00 Addressing Cultural Tolerances in Church 30:53 Shifting Church Culture: A Personal Journey 33:04 The Importance of Culture in Ministry 36:18 Building Trust and Humility in Leadership 41:20 Prioritizing Relationships Over Tasks 42:58 Learning from Leadership Mistakes 45:35 Maintaining a Healthy Church Culture 52:17 The Role of Fun and Collaboration 54:23 The Value of Short, Memorable Core Values 56:05 The Journey to Effective Discipleship 59:17 Upcoming Sessions and Final Thoughts Resources on Discipleship   Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women’s Ministry in Your Church What Is Church? And How Important Is It? Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship Becoming a Disciple Maker Follow us at Discipleship.org!