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Latest Episodes

Looking Back & Moving Forward - with Jerry Elder

In the season 22 finale of Preachers in Training, Robert Hatfield is joined by Jerry Elder, a longtime youth minister who reflects on the lessons God has taught him over decades of faithful service. With humility and wisdom, Jerry looks back on the joys, challenges, successes, and struggles of ministry—and offers encouragement for those still finding their footing as well as those who have been serving for many years.

Loving the Local Church: Promoting Peace

What does it really look like to love the local church when tensions arise, opinions differ, or conflict threatens unity?In this episode, the guys explore James 3:18 and its powerful reminder that righteousness does not grow in chaos or contention, but in peace carefully sown by peacemakers. Loving the church means more than attendance or agreement—it means actively cultivating peace through our words, attitudes, and responses.This conversation challenges listeners to consider how everyday choices either nurture unity or poison the soil where spiritual growth should flourish.

Discipling Teens in a Digital Age - with Logan Richardson

In this episode of Preachers in Training, Robert Hatfield is joined by Logan Richardson to discuss the challenges and opportunities of discipling teenagers in today’s digital landscape. They explore how technology influences teen behavior and spiritual development, and how church leaders and parents can effectively guide youth toward Christ in a screen-saturated world. Logan is the associate / youth minister for the Church of Christ at Gold Hill Road in Fort Mill, SC.

Interview with Wayne Johnson on Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's Disease is something that causes pain, not just for those who suffer from it, but also for those who care for the suffering. Andrew interviews Wayne Johnson, a Christian whose wife suffers from the terrible disease, about the frustrations, advice to others, and hope found in Christ. We hope this episode can encourage those who are caregivers and offer help during times of frustration.Episode Resources:Wayne Johnson's Website "Advocate for Christ" - https://advocateforchrist.com/Advocate for Christ Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1110668819386423

Hosts

Alyssa Clark

Alyssa Clark

Host of The Ruffled Mango Scripture Writing Podcast
Andrew Crowe

Andrew Crowe

Host of Under the Juniper Tree
Ashley Deffenbaugh

Ashley Deffenbaugh

Host of The Ruffled Mango Scripture Writing Podcast
Brad McNutt

Brad McNutt

Host of Why We Love Jesus