Thursday Apr 11, 2024

057 - Cory Demmel: Revitalizing Faith and Leadership in Today's World

Cory is the Lead Pastor at Cape Christian Church in Cape Coral, FL.

In this episode, Corey explains how he ended up in Florida, despite initially not wanting to lead a church, and how he has embraced the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community. He also discusses his personal faith journey and the importance of authenticity and servant leadership. He emphasizes the importance of having a relationship with God and the positive impact of church services that are engaging and fun.

We also discuss the role of the church and the different approaches to growing a church in the modern world. Cory highlights the need for churches to focus on making a positive impact and creating an enjoyable experience for attendees. Finally, we talk about what makes a good leader.

0:00 From Nebraska to Florida: Corey's Journey

08:26 The Role of Authenticity and Servant Leadership

15:07 Corey's Background in Faith and Leadership

26:39 The Power of Personal Faith Journeys

32:11 The Impact of Community and Mentors

34:34 Exploring Different Paths: From Eastern Philosophies to Christianity

36:45 Building a Relationship with God through Self-Work

41:41 COVID: A Catalyst for Personal Growth

45:23 The Role of the Church: Making a Positive Impact

48:37 Church Growth: Satellite Campuses and Catering to Preferences

53:16 Navigating Criticism within the Church

57:00 Creating an Enjoyable and Impactful Church Experience