Mission Him Possible

In this episode, I talk with Tim Gillespie, former Lead Pastor of Crosswalk Church, about one of the most remarkable turnaround stories in Adventism. Tim shares how Crosswalk went from the brink of closing—with fewer than 80 people—to becoming a thriving community of over 1,000 members, expanding across continents and influencing churches worldwide. We explore the factors behind this growth: a clear mission, intentional branding, a focused target audience, and a commitment to authenticity and spiritual depth. Tim reflects on what made Crosswalk work, what other churches often overlook, and how much of their success can translate to the European context. If you’re passionate about church planting, revitalization, or reaching the next generation, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiration from someone who’s lived the journey.

In this episode of Mission Him Possible, Rob from British Columbia shares the story behind a remarkable church plant in Squamish. He talks about how he built the community from scratch — finding people who believed in the vision and shaping a church that became a living expression of faith and belonging. Rob also opens up about the challenges along the way, including his experience with burnout and the difficult but redemptive process of transitioning leadership to a new pastor. It’s an honest and encouraging conversation about calling, community, and the courage it takes to let go so that God’s mission can continue to grow.

In this episode of Mission Him Possible, I sit down with Randy to talk about his church plant Common Ground in Oregon—created for people who love the outdoors. Together, they explore what it means to celebrate the good in life as an expression of God’s presence, and how this shapes a faith community that speaks to busy people with overflowing calendars. Randy shares why small groups aren’t just an add-on at Common Ground, but the heartbeat of the church itself—and why they gather for a full worship service with all groups only once a month.

Season 3 - Episode 5 In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Contero, founder of Zero Church in Madrid, to explore the journey of starting a church from scratch in one of Europe’s most secular cities. Jonathan shares the story behind Zero Church, its vision to connect with people far from faith, and the unique challenges and opportunities he encountered along the way. We talk openly about the strengths and weaknesses of the project, the lessons he’s learned, what he would do differently if starting over, and practical insights for anyone seeking to engage secular people with the message of Jesus.