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The Pastor's Heart with Dominic Steele

Dominic Steele
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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

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Recent Guests

Sheridan Voysey
Writer, speaker, broadcaster, founder of Friendship Lab
Friendship Lab
Episode: Fixing the 'senior pastor loneliness problem' - with Sheridan Voysey
Richard Ledbeater
Senior pastor, Dundonald Church (London)
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Episode: A senior pastor’s tears — and a gospel culture to reach a nation | Richard Leadbeater
Adam Chung
Senior pastor of Cross and Crown, Melbourne
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Episode: Live from Reach: Christ’s victory amidst discouragement, criticism, exhaustion, disappointment and sin.
Jill Colgan
Main presenter alongside Adam Chung
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Episode: Live from Reach: Christ’s victory amidst discouragement, criticism, exhaustion, disappointment and sin.
Mal York
Dean of Students at Moore Theological College
Moore Theological College
Episode: Should evangelicals sing Hillsong, Bethel and Elevation songs in evangelical churches? - with Mal York
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

Host

Dominic Steele
Host of The Pastor's Heart

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 349 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

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Audience finds the range of topics—from worship to funerals—relevant to everyday ministry.
Guests deliver practical ministry insights valued by pastors and church leaders.

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Should evangelicals sing Hillsong, Bethel and Elevation songs in evangelical churches? - with Mal York
Q: What makes a lyric in a song unacceptable?
A lyric is unacceptable if it's unclear, imprecise, or contradicts what the Bible teaches; the song should illuminate gospel truth and be accessible to the congregation.
Should evangelicals sing Hillsong, Bethel and Elevation songs in evangelical churches? - with Mal York
Q: What is the theology of church?
Church is about gathering around God's throne and his word, a community formed to glorify God, teach one another, and grow in discipleship through Scripture and song.
New thinking on addressing the collapse in ministry recruitment and training? with Orlando Saer
Q: What lessons have you learned from other organizations like the Boner Trust or Reach Australia?
From the Boner Trust, the value of matched funding and seed money to accelerate local fundraising; from Reach Australia, the importance of quantifying data and moving beyond anecdote to measure the impact of training initiatives.
New thinking on addressing the collapse in ministry recruitment and training? with Orlando Saer
Q: What are you trying to do with the Yarnton Trust and related initiatives?
The Yarnton Trust is designed to not just fund training, but to catalyze cultures in which training programs can emerge within local churches, by raising funds, providing staff and resources, and encouraging churches to adopt data-driven, sustainable pathways for ministry recruitment and training.
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.

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Conversations center on practical theology and ministry leadership, with a focus on pastoral wellbeing, ecclesial workflows, and real-world church challenges. Episodes often feature pastors, theologians, and ministry practitioners discussing how to shepherd communities with humility, biblical integrity, and thoughtful care—covering topics from worship planning and funeral ministry to ethics, recruitment, and global Anglican governance. Noteworthy is a willingness to address tough issues (sin, accountability, controversial pastoral decisions) with pastoral grace and practical frameworks, making it helpful for listeners seeking actionable insights for church leadership, ministry strategy, and Christian witness in diverse contexts.

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2. Richard Ledbeater
3. Adam Chung
4. Jill Colgan
5. Mal York
6. Megan Best
7. Michael Quinlan
8. Sandy Grant

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