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The One Thing

Reach Australia
Evangelism
Church Planting
Christianity
Gospel-Centered Ministry
Reach Australia
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Australia
Gospel Ministry
Feedback
Discipleship
Church Growth
Team Dynamics
Church Leadership
Mental Health
Kids Ministry
Community Engagement
Christian Ministry
Leadership Development
Gospel

One solid, practical tip for gospel-centred ministry every week. Reach Australia is a network of churches - working together to seeing thousands of healthy, evangelistic, multiplying churches across Australia.

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Latest Episodes

If your church is expecting 18-year-olds to connect the same way 32-year-olds do, you’ll lose them before they ever put down roots.

In this episode, Scott Sanders is joined by Ray Copland and Holly Stewart from EV Church to unpack why young adults n... more

If your church is waiting until every seat is full before adding another service, are you waiting too long?

In this episode, Derek Hanna talks with Ben Mansfield and Petrina Enchelmaier from Southside Presbyterian, Brisbane about why they started pl... more

Someone becomes a Christian. What happens next?

Every church wants to help new Christians get established in the faith, but that's often easier said than done.

One person might be a 21-year-old university student. Another might be a 50-year-old dad... more

Why do some Christians give joyfully while others give reluctantly?

Most of us know generosity is good. Yet many Christians still approach giving reluctantly, defensively, or simply as another bill to pay.

Tish Maier talks with Des Smith about why ... more

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Recent Guests

Ray Copland
From EV Church, membership space lead
EV Church
Episode: 459 Quick Wins to Keep Young Adults Connected
Holly Stewart
EV Church, MTS apprentice focused on membership at EV Nights
EV Church, MTS
Episode: 459 Quick Wins to Keep Young Adults Connected
Ben Mansfield
Episode: 458 Room to grow: how and when to add another Sunday gathering
Petrina Enchelmaier
Kids ministry coordinator at Southside Presbyterian
Episode: 458 Room to grow: how and when to add another Sunday gathering
Adrian Haynes
Mission Pastor at EV Church
EV Church
Episode: 457 Follow-up after your mission course - it's a mess (and that's okay)
Des Smith
Senior pastor of Trinity Church Lockleys Adelaide; author of The Cheerful Giver
Trinity Church Lockleys Adelaide
Episode: 455 When giving is uncomfortable instead of cheerful in your church (Des Smith)
Dave Keun
Senior Minister of Kellyville Anglican Church
Kellyville Anglican Church
Episode: 454 How to Triage Newcomers Without Making It Awkward
Phill Morrow
Pastor at ChristLife Presbyterian, West Toowoomba
ChristLife Presbyterian Church
Episode: 452 Your awareness nudge - making yourself more findable as a church (Phill Morrow)
Andrew Robson
Speaker with experience across the Reach Australia network
Reach Australia
Episode: 451 How your church space shapes welcome and connection

Hosts

Scott Sanders
Host of The One Thing, Reach Australia network
Derek Hanna
Host/Co-host, The One Thing podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Love it - Super helpful for leaders everywhere

    Love this podcast! Really easy to listen to and very helpful in thinking about ministry and leading a church. The resources in the notes recommended during the episode are super helpful too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zac92
    Australia6 years ago
  • Consistently the most helpful Aussie podcast for churches

    I have been listening to this podcast from the start. I have found it so helpful. I love that it’s Australian, that it deals with one (relevant) thing each episode and provides resources.

    Well done guys, great work, thanks for your help.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NSW 2478
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great stuff

    It’s short and sweet with plenty of important insights and refreshers for ministry. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattJacobEvans94
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great Australian church podcast

    Love that these guys are Aussies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tom3601
    Australia7 years ago
  • Brilliant Aussie Ministry Podcast!

    ⚡️It’s great to have a podcast that speaks about such a wide range of topics within Ministry, especially the fact that it is super relevant to Australian Ministry! Thanks guys and keep it up! ⚡️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kj_Carlos
    Australia7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Strong emphasis on hospitality, follow-up, and gospel-centered leadership.
Australian-context focused with actionable takeaways.
Clear, practical ministry tips in a tight 15-minute format.

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456 Cultivating the heart of a cheerful giver (Des Smith)
Q: How do you hold in tension the sacrifice of giving with the joy of seeing impact, and what practical steps help cultivate that joy?
Giving should be sacrificial but joyful, tied to the perception of greater goods and the tangible outcomes of one's gifts; practical steps include daily thanksgiving, prayerful reflection on scripture, and focusing on the lasting impact rather than the sacrifice itself.
456 Cultivating the heart of a cheerful giver (Des Smith)
Q: What is your immediate gut reaction when someone asks you to give financially, and why do you think that is?
The initial reaction is often negative, driven by careful planning and a fear of over-committing; however, when the cause is truly good, there can be openness to giving, especially if there is a sense of partnership and alignment with long-term goals.
454 How to Triage Newcomers Without Making It Awkward
Q: Why is Newish important in the newcomer pathway?
Newish serves as the initial contact after services, setting expectations and giving newcomers a clear sense of direction before deeper steps like life groups or Together.
452 Your awareness nudge - making yourself more findable as a church (Phill Morrow)
Q: How do signage and online presence work together to welcome first-time visitors?
Signage should clearly identify the church and service times outside, and the website should provide up-to-date details; together they reduce friction for newcomers and reflect hospitality, making it easier for people to come inside.
452 Your awareness nudge - making yourself more findable as a church (Phill Morrow)
Q: What is the single most important step a church can take to become more findable?
Claim and optimize the Google listing, ensure the church location and opening hours are accurate, and keep that information updated so newcomers can find the church easily.

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The show delivers concise, practical tips for gospel-centered ministry each week, with a focus on Australian church life and leadership. Episodes cover topics from church space design, follow-up with visitors, org charts, staff culture, evangelism pathways, burnout prevention, hospitality, and generosity, all anchored in real-world church contexts and supported by actionable takeaways. A notable strength is the emphasis on brisk 15-minute formats, Australian context, and a consistent taste for implementable, battle-tested practices across church leadership, growth, and mission.

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Recent guests on The One Thing include:

1. Ray Copland
2. Holly Stewart
3. Ben Mansfield
4. Petrina Enchelmaier
5. Adrian Haynes
6. Des Smith
7. Dave Keun
8. Phill Morrow

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