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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 Facebook, YouTube, on thepastorsheart.net and via audio podcast.

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Latest Episodes

They said a Bible-believing church would never grow in Sydney's secular heartland.

But 15 years after planting Vine Church in Surry Hills with just 12 adults, Toby Neal leads a church community of 380, with over 160 professions of faith.

Yet the jo... more

Where is the need for the gospel greatest – and should that change where we send missionaries?

We often make mission decisions around personal connections, available opportunities, language skills or where churches already have established partnersh... more

Before your church packs another Christmas shoebox, pause to ask: who is our generosity really helping?

After more than twenty years serving with the Church Missionary Society in Cambodia, David Painter has challenging questions about Samaritan’s Pu... more

What happens when someone has been hurt in a Christian organisation, and the person they need to complain about has authority over them?

Does Christian conflict resolution sometimes assume an equality that simply isn’t there? What changes when the o... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Silberman
Lecturer in missions at Sydney Missionary & Bible College
Sydney Missionary & Bible College
Episode: Are We Sending Missionaries Where They’re Needed Most? — Tim Silberman
David Painter
Pastor, Church Missionary Society Cambodia veteran
Church Missionary Society
Episode: Operation Christmas Child: What to ask before packing a box — with David Painter
Jenni Woodhouse
Chaplain to the Anglican Diocese of Sydney's Professional Standards Unit; pastoral supervisor
Anglican Diocese of Sydney
Episode: Authority Imbalances, Complaints and Christian Leadership – with Jenni Woodhouse
Darby Strickland
Counselor and faculty member with the Christian Counseling & Education Foundation
Christian Counseling & Education Foundation
Episode: Abuse in Christian Marriage – with Darby Strickland
Tim Dyer
Psychologist, counsellor, conflict resolution expert; guest on the episode
John Mark Ministries
Episode: Building conflict capable ministry teams – with Tim Dyer
Bec Baines
Accessibility Ministry Advisor for the Sydney Anglicans, working with Youthworks; author of Made to Be Me and You
Sydney Anglicans, Youthworks
Episode: Twice as Vulnerable: What Every Pastor Needs to Know – with Bec Baines
Craig Roberts
Chair of the Attendance Committee Report; CEO of Anglican Youthworks
Anglican Youthworks
Episode: 20% attendance growth in three years – Craig Roberts
Phillip Jensen
Former Dean of Sydney's St Andrews Cathedral, head of Two Ways Ministries, author of Written on Our Hearts
Two Ways Ministries
Episode: Challenging functional idols in ministry from the ten commandments - Phillip Jensen
Andrew Atherstone
Lecturer at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford
Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford
Episode: ‘Dick Lucas’ mind was blown apart’ - with Andrew Atherstone

Host

Dominic Steele
Host of The Pastor's Heart (and related iterations); leads live ministry conversations centered on pastoral life, leadership, and gospel-centered practice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 357 ratings
  • Practical Leadership & Vision Casting

    I listened to this because I’m chatting with some fellow pastors about what leadership looks like in practice. The episode with Craig Hamilton was helpful and gave us some helpful insights and things to look at in our own situations. Really easy conversational style which makes it a relaxing as well as informative and encouraging listen.

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    Stokie 2016
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Helpful Christian podcast

    Enjoyed this podcast greatly as it addresses many pastoral related issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inkjetprinter
    Singapore4 months ago
  • Excellent

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Libbs CA
    Australia2 years 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
    Australia2 years 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

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Many comments highlight how content strengthens ministry practice and personal faith.
The show is valued as a reliable resource for pastors seeking real-world guidance and gospel-centered leadership.
Listeners praise the practical, pastoral-focused discussions and easy conversational style.
Guests are described as thoughtful and well-chosen, with useful ministry insights.

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Authority Imbalances, Complaints and Christian Leadership – with Jenni Woodhouse
Q: Why is saying 'I'm sorry' so difficult for Christian leaders and organizations?
Fear of legal consequences, defensive cultures, and a tendency to shield the institution often make leaders hesitate to apologize fully; a genuine, wholehearted apology requires listening and acknowledging harm rather than issuing a defensive or perfunctory statement.
How Katoomba shaped a generation of Sydney Evangelicals - Phillip Jensen, David Cook & Al Stewart
Q: What about regrets?
There were difficult moments with overseas speakers whose conduct or influence proved problematic, but the councils made decisions aiming to protect doctrinal integrity and the evangelical mission, recognizing hindsight is often 20/20.
How Katoomba shaped a generation of Sydney Evangelicals - Phillip Jensen, David Cook & Al Stewart
Q: What addresses particularly stand out in your minds?
Leviticus and other expository sermons delivered in unforgettable ways by John Woodhouse and colleagues left a lasting impact on students and delegates, illustrating how accessible biblical exposition could shape lives and future ministry.
How Katoomba shaped a generation of Sydney Evangelicals - Phillip Jensen, David Cook & Al Stewart
Q: Tell us about the principles in choosing speakers, Philip.
We settled on a pattern of expository preaching with trusted Australian and overseas preachers; ongoing emphasis was on strong Bible exposition rather than celebrity names, pairing proven expositors with rising talents to maintain quality and integrity.
A senior pastor’s tears — and a gospel culture to reach a nation - Richard Leadbeater
Q: What should young people considering gospel ministry take away from this conversation?
Do make disciples of Jesus and pursue full-time gospel ministry if God calls you, but remember that it is the hardest and most rewarding work you can undertake, and it must be driven by a deeper sense of God's plan for his world.

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

A steady stream of in-depth conversations about Christian ministry, leadership, and practical faith in everyday church life. Episodes frequently explore pastoral resilience, preaching, youth engagement, and ecclesial culture, often featuring scholars, pastors, and ministry practitioners who bring both biblical depth and hands-on insight. The show stands out for its thoughtful, pastor-focused approach, balancing theological reflection with actionable guidance for churches navigating contemporary challenges.

Noteworthy elements include a recurring emphasis on pastoral well-being, expository preaching, and historical-context discussions within Australian and broader Anglican evangelical contexts. The format tends to center on candid dialogue,... more

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1. Tim Silberman
2. David Painter
3. Jenni Woodhouse
4. Darby Strickland
5. Tim Dyer
6. Bec Baines
7. Craig Roberts
8. Phillip Jensen

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