Rephonic
Artwork for The Pastor's Heart

The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele

Dominic Steele
Christian Ministry
Evangelism
Christianity
Gafcon
Anglican Communion
Discipleship
Pastoral Care
Mental Health
Church Of England
Global Anglican Communion
Expressive Individualism
Church Attendance
Church Growth
Gospel
Roman Catholicism
Church Music
Christian Faith
Decline In Church Attendance
Community Engagement
Global South

Christian leaders join Dominic Steele for a deep end conversation about our hearts and different aspects of Christian ministry each Tuesday afternoon.We share personally, pastorally and professionally about how we can best fulfill Jesus' mission to save the lost and serve the saints. The discussion is broadcast live on <a href="www.facebook.com/thepastorsheart">Facebook</a> then on <a href... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes464Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Religion & SpiritualityChristianitySociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Pastor's Heart

Latest Episodes

Dominic Steele says 'There are no rocks being thrown from this corner.' 

Dominic Steele's Pastor's Heart for Sam Allberry.

I, like many Pastor’s Heart viewers, read online in the middle of the day on Monday that Sam Allberry had engaged in inappro... more

In the UK there are serious signs of a narrowing pipeline into ministry recruitment and training. Fewer people are coming forward through some of the traditional routes. Traineeships are under pressure. Residential theological education is changing. ... more

How should Christians respond when voluntary assisted dying is publicly framed as dignified, compassionate and courageous?

James Valentine has been rightly honoured as a much-loved broadcaster in the wake of his death last week.  But alongside the t... more

Not every funeral is great.  Sometimes they go too long, sometimes the gospel is not clear, sometimes the content overlaps. 

How do you create a funeral service that God would be pleased with, connects well with people, honours the deceased and serv... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Centre for Christian Living podcast
Centre for Christian Living podcastCentre for Christian Living
The Speak Life Podcast
The Speak Life PodcastSpeak Life with Glen Scrivener, Naomi Brehm, Thomas Thorogood and Nate Morgan Locke.
The One Thing
The One ThingReach Australia

Recent Guests

Megan Best
Senior researcher and professor of bioethics
Institute of Ethics and Society, University of Notre Dame Australia; Australian Catholic University
Episode: James Valentine, Voluntary Assisted Dying and How Christians Should Speak of Death - with Megan Best and Michael Quinlan
Michael Quinlan
Emeritus Professor
University of Notre Dame Australia; Board of Freedom for Faith and Ethical End of Life Care
Episode: James Valentine, Voluntary Assisted Dying and How Christians Should Speak of Death - with Megan Best and Michael Quinlan
Sandy Grant
Dean of St. Andrew's Cathedral
St. Andrew's Cathedral
Episode: How to put together an excellent funeral? | David Cook, Sandy Grant and Gary Coleman
Gary Coleman
Motor racing chaplain and former pastor
Motorsport community
Episode: How to put together an excellent funeral? | David Cook, Sandy Grant and Gary Coleman
John McLean
Vice Principal of Christ College, Sydney; theologian focused on systematic theology and ethics
Christ College, Sydney
Episode: JUST WAR & the US, Israel, Iran and Ukraine - with John McClean, Rob Smith & Grant Dibden
Grant Dibden
Anglican bishop to the Australian Defence Forces
Anglican Church; Defence Chaplaincy
Episode: JUST WAR & the US, Israel, Iran and Ukraine - with John McClean, Rob Smith & Grant Dibden
Archie Poulos
Director of Moore College's Centre for Ministry Development
Moore Theological College
Episode: How to really change a church? - with Archie Poulos and Kirsty Bucknell
Kirsty Bucknell
Organizational psychologist at Moore College
Moore Theological College
Episode: How to really change a church? - with Archie Poulos and Kirsty Bucknell
Peter Orr
Lecturer in New Testament, Moore Theological College
Moore Theological College
Episode: Getting Authority and Care Right - Peter Orr on Today’s Pastor

Host

Dominic Steele
Host of conversations focusing on the various complexities of Christian ministry, addressing both personal and practical aspects.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 345 ratings
  • Excellent

    This excellent podcast is so helpful. Great interviews with thought provoking discussions. Thank you Dominic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Libbs CA
    Australiaa year ago
  • A thoroughly worthwhile listen

    Super helpful - always insightful and stimulating. Great for increasing exposure to what is happening and for provoking thoughts and better ministry practices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grant Hendry
    Australiaa year ago
  • Christ centered interviews

    Very helpful to pastors and lay folk concerned about issues facing the church.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cwsbus
    United States2 years ago
  • Helpful exposure to a wide variety of ministry contexts

    I’ve appreciated the way this podcast deals with a broad range of topics and implications across ministry and life.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cafe Theologian
    Australia2 years ago
  • Not just for pastors.

    The Pastor’s Heart helps me better understand the myriad trials of church life in our modern world. This podcast is relevant to my city, state and country as well as helping me make sense (or not) of the world wide church. As show for every mature or maturing Christian, not just for pastors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AuntyJule
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the insightful and practical discussions that address real challenges faced in ministry roles.
Listeners find value in the diversity of guests and the breadth of topics covered, making it relevant for those engaged in various aspects of faith and community life.
Some critiques mention a perceived bias in discussions that may overlook broader perspectives within the church community.
Feedback often highlights the show's ability to connect theological concepts with everyday church leadership issues.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Day4: A new day! Round the world reaction to the 'Global Anglican Communion'
Q: What is the role of G26 in strengthening unity globally?
G26 serves as a rallying point for faithful Anglicans worldwide, reinforcing a shared commitment to scripture, the Jerusalem Declaration, and a common mission to proclaim the gospel to all nations.
Day4: A new day! Round the world reaction to the 'Global Anglican Communion'
Q: How do you think the statement will land in the UK among ministers and congregations?
It is seen as a reordering rather than a schismatic move, preserving biblical inheritance while signaling a shift away from Canterbury-centric leadership, which many in the UK see as a clarifying and reassuring step.
Day4: A new day! Round the world reaction to the 'Global Anglican Communion'
Q: What are the big headlines from the statement for the Global Anglican Communion?
The Global Anglican Communion will welcome a wide range of faithful Anglicans, with allegiance to the Jerusalem Declaration and the Bible as foundation, and leadership that disengages from Canterbury structures while maintaining doctrinal unity.
Laurent Mbanda: First extended interview with the leader of the new Global Anglican Communion
Q: What is your response to narratives around a woman leading the communion and the broader LGBT discussions?
Mbunda states that leadership is not determined by gender but by fidelity to Scripture, asserting that the central issue is biblical authority and not the gender of leaders, while inviting all to come to church and be transformed by the gospel.
Laurent Mbanda: First extended interview with the leader of the new Global Anglican Communion
Q: How do you reconcile unity in doctrine with the diverse realities of Global South and Global North provinces?
Mbunda emphasizes doctrine and scripture as the core unifiers, arguing that unity comes from shared belief rather than geographic ties and highlighting ongoing collaboration and accountability within the Jerusalem Declaration framework.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Pastor's Heart

What is The Pastor's Heart about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging with the complexities of Christian ministry and the dynamics of church leadership, this show creates a thoughtful space for discussions that are both personal and theological. Featuring a variety of Christian leaders as guests, the show frequently addresses pertinent theological issues, church governance, and individual experiences within ministry. The content is designed to resonate with church leaders, ministry workers, and engaged Christians, providing insights that are likely applicable across diverse contexts.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Pastor's Heart?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Pastor's Heart. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Pastor's Heart and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Pastor's Heart get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Pastor's Heart, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Pastor's Heart?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Pastor's Heart, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Pastor's Heart have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Pastor's Heart has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Pastor's Heart?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Pastor's Heart:

1. Undeceptions with John Dickson
2. Centre for Christian Living podcast
3. The Speak Life Podcast
4. The One Thing
5. John Anderson: Conversations

How many episodes of The Pastor's Heart are there?

The Pastor's Heart launched 8 years ago and published 464 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Pastor's Heart?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Pastor's Heart?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Pastor's Heart from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Pastor's Heart?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Pastor's Heart. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Pastor's Heart?

Recent guests on The Pastor's Heart include:

1. Megan Best
2. Michael Quinlan
3. Sandy Grant
4. Gary Coleman
5. John McLean
6. Grant Dibden
7. Archie Poulos
8. Kirsty Bucknell

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days