The Pillar Network

Ep. 47 - Ten Lessons Learned in Revitalization with Dave Kiehn

Dave Kiehn gives a talk about lessons learned in church revitalization, including knowing who you are in Christ, prioritizing the preaching of the Word, trusting the Lord’s providence, and more. Dave serves as the Lead Pastor of Park Baptist Church in Rock Hill, SC and as Pillar’s Director of Ministry for the Americas. This talk was originally given at the 2025 Pillar Intensive in San Diego, CA.

Ep. 46 - Co-Vocational Church Planting with Vic Carpenter & Phil Newton

Phil talks with Vic Carpenter about co-vocational ministry. They discuss Vic’s path to planting a church, the difference between bi-vocational and co-vocational ministry, planting while maintaining a separate full-time vocation, and more. Vic is a member of our network and the Teaching Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Spotsylvania, VA.

Ep. 45 - Women’s Ministry in the Pillar Network with Jenna DiPrima, Sarah Rogers, & Nate Akin

Jenna and Sarah talk with Nate about Pillar Ladies. They discuss women’s ministry strategy for Pillar, ways to connect with other women in the network, biblical roles for women in ministry, and more. Sarah Rogers and Jenna DiPrima both serve as Women’s Ministry Coordinators for Pillar.

Ep. 44 - “Make Progress in Preaching” with Josh Wredberg

Josh Wredberg shares principles of preaching that can help pastors grow in their ability to convey the truths of Scripture. He talks about the use of illustrations, applying the text with depth, and more. Josh is a member of our network and the lead pastor of Redeemer Community Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC. This talk was originally given at the 2025 Pillar Intensive.

Ep. 43 - Elder Led Congregationalism with Brandon Langley & Phil Newton

Brandon Langley and Phil Newton discuss elder led congregationalism as a model for church polity. They talk about the difference between elder led, elder ruled, and purely congregational models, building communication and trust with the congregation, appointing new elders, and more.  

Ep. 42 - A Discussion On Biblical Counseling in the Local Church with Dave Kiehn and Brian Walker

Dave Kiehn interviews Brian Walker from Anchored Virtual about biblical counseling in the local church. They discuss the crucial role of biblical authority in counseling, the story of Anchored Virtual, and more. Find out more about Anchored Virtual here.

Ep. 41 - Biblical Authority Over Experience with Danny Rurlander

Danny Rurlander gives a talk on the importance of holding the authority of Scripture over our experiences. Danny shares the ultimate experience of hearing the Word of God, to see Jesus as he really is and become like him, as we preach Christ through all the Scriptures. Danny is a member of our network and the senior pastor of Moorlands Church in Lancaster, UK.

Ep. 40 - Lessons from Historical Readings in Pastoral Theology with Phil Newton

Phil Newton shares valuable lessons on pastoral theology from faithful pastors and theologians throughout church history, including the pursuit of Christ-likeness, holiness as an example for the church, the effect of holiness on preaching, and how suffering shapes the character of a pastor. This talk is from one of the breakout sessions at the 2024 Unite Conference. 

Ep. 39 - Aspiring Young Pastors with Bobby Jamieson

Brandon Langley talks with Bobby Jamieson about young men aspiring to the office of pastor/elder, including pitfalls to avoid, thinking well about calling and desire, establishing pastoral internships, and more. Bobby is a member of our network and the senior pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Chapel Hill, NC.

Ep. 38 - Biblical Authority Over Culture with Clint Darst

Clint Darst gives a talk on the authority of the Bible over culture. He discusses why Scripture has authority over culture and how we can have clarity and confidence from the Word of God as we relate to the world around us. Clint is the lead pastor of King’s Cross Church in Greensboro, NC. This talk was originally given at the 2024 Pillar Unite Conference.