Hosted by John McGee, Senior Director of Watermark Resources, the Church Leadership Podcast discusses relevant topics for church leaders to encourage and equip them for ministry at their own churches.
Episode: 207Aug 19, 2026
Is the UK Becoming Pre-Christian? | Stephen Foster
About this Episode What if the next generation is more open to Jesus than we think? In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee shares an extended interview with Stephen Foster, leader of of St. Aldates Church in Oxford, England. Stephen talks about the shift he’s seeing in the UK, why churches should intentionally invest in younger leaders, how an invitational culture can change a church, and what it looks like to trust the Holy Spirit as people explore Christianity. Watch the full film on YouTube here: Awakening in the UK
Church Leaders Conference
Church Leadership
Next Generation
Evangelism & Missions
Church Culture
Episode: 204Jul 8, 2026
Is Your Church Still on Mission? | Jonathan Pokluda on Evangelism and the Church’s Calling
About This Episode We know church leaders have a lot competing for their attention: programs, budgets, staffing, discipleship, and shepherding. In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, we share Jonathan Pokluda's mainstage session from the Church Leaders Conference 2026, where he reminds leaders that none of those responsibilities should replace the mission Jesus gave his Church. From this session, you’ll hear: Why evangelism should remain central to your ministry How The Great Commission shapes everyday church leadership Practical encouragement for leading people toward a heart for the lost Church Leaders Conference 2027 - We would love to see you in the room at CLC27!
Church Leaders Conference
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 200Jun 24, 2026
The Spiritual Awakening in the UK | Sarah Jackson on Reaching the Next Generation
About this Episode Checkout the Awakening in the UK documentary our team put together and hear church leaders in the UK speak on how God is on the move especially with the younger generations in miraculous ways. In this mainstage interview from the Church Leaders Conference (CLC) 2026, Sarah Jackson along with John McGee speak on the Awakening in the UK, miraculous God stories in the younger generation, church planting, and encouragement for church leaders. Sarah Jackson is the CEO of Revitalise Trust an organization with a vision of evangelizing to the nations, the revitalisation of the Church and the transformation of society. Church Leaders Conference 2027 - We would love to see you in the room at CLC27!
Church Leaders Conference
Next Generation
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 186Dec 3, 2025
The Quiet Revival in the UK
In this week’s Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee and Tyler Moffett, Director of Discipleship at The Porch, share what they saw on a recent trip to the UK and why it matters for churches here at home.
Church Leadership
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 178Aug 6, 2025
Becoming a Sending Church
In this week’s episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, J.D. Greear shares one of the most compelling leadership talks from Church Leaders Conference 2025. He challenges us to rethink how we define success in the church.
Church Leadership
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 167Mar 5, 2025
Leading Through Church Growth
Church growth is exciting—but it also brings leadership challenges. Maybe you’re feeling the weight of too many decisions, struggling to keep up with relationships, or realizing that what worked in the past isn’t working anymore. You’re not alone—every growing church faces these moments. The real question is: How will you lead through it?
Church Leadership
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 132Sep 13, 2023
7 Things I'm Glad We Did Early On
The seeds you plant when your church is still young can grow into a life-giving, God-honoring community in the years to come. On this week’s episode, John McGee recalls the ideas that shaped the early days of Watermark Community Church, the fruit that’s come from them, and how you can identify the values that are most important to focus on in your church body.
Church Leadership
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 42May 6, 2019
From First Timer to Fully Deployed
In this episode, Adam and John are joined by Kyle Kaigler (Citybride Community Church Elder and Director of Engagement) and Derek Mathews to discuss what leadership development looks like in the local church.
Discipleship
Church Leadership
Evangelism & Missions
Episode: 26Sep 4, 2018
Mobilizing the Church
Every church leader desires to see their members living a life on mission, both inside and outside the church. In this episode, Jeff Ward (former Watermark Director of External Focus) joins John & Adam to discuss ways he and his team have worked hard to mobilize the church.
Discipleship
Church Leadership
Evangelism & Missions
