

Tony Merida
Pastor and podcast host who leads conversations on church planting and disciple-making, guiding practical discussions for new church planters on the New Churches Podcast.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 39min
Keep on Planting
In this engaging discussion, Vance Pitman, Tony Merida, and Matt Carter share their insights on church planting and transitioning in ministry. They explore the emotional restlessness that often accompanies change and how it can serve as a spiritual invitation. The guests emphasize the importance of collaboration and sending churches in fulfilling God's mission. They also reflect on the relevance of Paul's letters in modern contexts, highlighting teamwork in leadership and the necessity of thriving community and diversity within churches.

Feb 17, 2026 • 36min
How Do I Build a Team?
Tony Merida, pastor and author with deep church leadership experience, and Matt Smethurst, pastor who moved a core team to start a new church, discuss building a launch team. They cover recruiting committed members, vision casting and timelines, spotting and developing leaders, training core teams through study and practice, evangelism rhythms, and identifying elders and deacons for long-term health.


