A network for shepherds by shepherds.
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By joining the Shepherds Network, you will have early access to all of the events, resources and programming provided by the Network, as well as receive regular correspondence from the Shepherds Network Team.
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A network developed from the team at Abundant Life Church from Syracuse, New York. Our goal is to develop and empower ministers on their journey to minister to God’s people.
2026 Shepherds Network Conference
October 29th, 2026 | East Syracuse, NY
You faithfully care for others. But who is helping you stay healthy? Join us for our in-person conference featuring keynote speakers Pastors David & Niki Winston.
Watch the Latest Episodes
In this episode, Pastor Jordan Carter welcomes Pastor Whit George, Senior Pastor of Church on the Move, for a transparent conversation about leading cultural change within the local church. Through personal stories and leadership lessons, Pastor Whit shares how God prepared him to steward a thriving ministry into a new season without abandoning the values and legacy that built it.
In this episode, Pastor Jordan Carter welcomes Pastors Steve and Rachel Mawston of Soul Church UK for a biblical and inspiring conversation about the impartation of the Holy Spirit and the role it plays in equipping believers for ministry.
In this episode, Pastor John Carter welcomes Bible scholar and pastor Keith Trump of Trump of God Ministries for an important discussion on the role of biblical theology within charismatic and Spirit-filled churches.
In this episode—recorded live at the Shepherds Network Connect event—Pastor John Carter is joined by Pastor Willie George, founding pastor of Church on the Move in Tulsa, OK, for a deeply practical and profoundly encouraging conversation about building momentum in ministry that lasts.
In this episode, Pastors John and Lisa Carter continue their powerful conversation on Jesus’ parable in Matthew 13:47–48—“the Kingdom of Heaven is like a fishing net that caught fish of every kind.”
Pastors John and Lisa Carter dive into Jesus’ parable in Matthew 13:47–48, exploring what it truly means to lead a church that reflects the diversity and complexity of the Kingdom of God.
In this episode, Pastor John Carter joins longtime ministry friends Pastors Kelly and Gina Lynnes for a powerful conversation about the heart behind preaching. Together, they explore how prayer is more than a pre-sermon routine—it is the sacred preparation that aligns the shepherd’s heart with the heart of God.
In this episode, Pastor John Carter sits down with Dr. Brandi Ginty for a powerful and practical conversation about preaching that doesn’t just inspire—it transforms.
Pastor John Carter is joined by Pastor Rich Longden of East Coast Believers Church to discuss how pastors can intentionally raise up ministry leaders within their local congregations.
In this episode, Pastor Ken Chapman and Mark Haywood of Marvelous Ways, International take a fresh look at the changing face of global missions.
Healthy churches begin with healthy shepherds. Listen to the full message library from the September 2025 Shepherds Network Connect Event.