ChurchCandy with Brady Sticker

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Brady Sticker

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In this episode of the ChurchCandy Podcast, Brady interviews Pastor Derrick Hawkins about his inspiring journey to planting Promise City Church in Salisbury, North Carolina. They discuss how they overcame initial setbacks, the importance of discerning God’s will, and practical steps for gathering a launch team. Derrick shares insights on leadership, team building, and how strategic ad campaigns helped grow their congregation. Listen to hear powerful testimonies, launch day miracles, and advice for aspiring church planters.


📖 CHAPTERS 

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup

00:25 Revisiting the First Podcast Experience

01:23 Derrick's Journey to Church Planting

02:32 Challenges and Divine Guidance

04:42 Building the Launch Team

04:49 The Role of ARC and Interest Parties

07:31 Casting Vision and Community Engagement

12:22 Impact of Ads and Personal Connections

20:21 Finding the Right Venue

22:51 A Divine Change of Plans

23:54 The Birth of Church Candy

25:44 Finding the Right Building

27:28 Launch Sunday: A Leap of Faith

30:34 Lessons from the First Year

37:51 Preparing for Two Services

41:23 Encouragement for Church Planters

43:42 Promoting Promise City Church


👋 Connect with Derrick Hawkins

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