Geoff Dresser
Geoff Dresser is the Associate Professor of Worship Arts at Briercrest College and Seminary. For a side hustle, he’s the part-time Worship Pastor at Victory Church in Moose Jaw. Geoff took a circuitous route to full time ministry, beginning his career as an electrical engineer (get it?). God called him into ministry after 10 years working in high tech. He has been a worship pastor at churches in Ottawa, Winnipeg, and now Moose Jaw. Geoff is a songwriter, music producer, and recording artist, as well as the author of “Mountaintop,” a satirical novel about travails of a young worship pastor. Geoff has been married to Pearl for 32 years and they have three sons: Pierce, Gideon who is married to Tiana, and Preston.
Appears in 51 Episodes
Mentorship, Discipleship, and Pastoral Formation with Kesavan Balasingham
In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Kesevan Balasingham about building a disciple-making culture. They also discuss the importance of mentorship and unique ministr...
Building a Multiethnic Church with Cal Fong
In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Cal Fong about the importance of next-gen ministries to church growth. They also discuss intercultural ministry, outreach to im...
The Power of Community Outreach with Dallas and Leah Beutler
In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Dallas and Leah Beutler about inner-city outreach. They also discuss church co-leadership, pastoral burnout, and keeping Christ...
Creating a Culture Of Prayer and Generosity with Phil Kniesel
In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Phil Kniesel about the power of support from other leaders in ministry. They also discuss financial stewardship for missions, ...
AI, Apologetics, and Viral Debates with Andy Steiger
In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Andy Steiger about Apologetics Canada's gospel-centred approach to reaching lost people. They also discuss AI's role in minist...
Missional Engagement and Close Proximity Multi-site Campuses with Todd Petkau
Why would a church plant multisite campuses in the same neighbourhood and within walking distance? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Todd Petkau about his churc...
Building a Leadership Development Culture with Sam Romijn
Can local churches intentionally grow their own ministry leaders? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Sam Romijn about nurturing a leadership development culture ...
Embracing Diversity in the Church with Terry Sanderson
What happens when a pastor uproots his life, late in his career, to embrace a new community and culture? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Terry Sanderson about...
Alpha, Emerging Generations, and Leadership with Shaila Visser
With rising digital distraction and pastoral shortages, is the church prepared to reach emerging generations? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Shaila Visser ab...
Military Chaplaincy and Co-vocational Ministry with Jason Mills
In this episode of CITN, Rob Chartrand interviewed Jason Mills, Dean of Briercrest Seminary. This in-house guest talked about his journey from Church ministry, to chap...
Learning from a Colombian Church Planter with Hernando Munoz
Newcomers are arriving to Canada from around the world, including Latin America. What is God up to? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Hernando Munoz about his adv...
Planting the Gospel in East Vancouver with Jake LeFave
Sometimes, God takes our well-laid plans and turns them upside down for his glory. In this episode of CITN, we speak with Jake LeFave about church planting during a t...
Move-In and the Canadian Missional Awakening with Nigel Paul
What happens when regular Christians move in among the unreached, urban poor? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Nigel Paul about a missional movement of people wh...
Truth and Reconciliation and Canada's Indigenous Peoples with Howard Jolly
Why should churches be paying attention to National Truth and Reconciliation Day? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Howard Jolly about his journey into pastoral m...
Intentional Leadership Pathways for Youth Ministries with Chris Whitelaw
Why are young people no longer pursuing careers in ministry? This week on the podcast, we have an in-studio conversation with Rob, Geoff, and Kaitlin, PLUS our guest C...
Co-Pastoring, Mergers, and Multi-Site with Brandon and Emma Richardson
How do you lead through successive seasons of rapid change? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Brandon and Emma Richardsons about church planting, growth, mergers,...
Helping Women in Prostitution Find Purpose with Jacquie Meyer
Is human trafficking an overseas problem or a Canadian problem? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Jacquie Meyer about the stigma surrounding women trapped in pros...
Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Terry Friesen
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For Part One of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OLD...
Planting a Church and Moving On with Matt Naismith
Do church planters always stay in the church they've planted? In this episode, we talk with Matt Naismith about following God's call to plant a church and then followi...
Women in Ministry, Discerning God's Calling, and Spiritual Health with Michelle Dwyer
How are you going to lead as a woman? This question was asked of Michelle Dwyer when she applied to become the lead pastor of her church. We discuss her answer on this...
The Canadian Clergy Shortage - An In-Studio Conversation with Rob, Geoff, and Daniel
What can be done about the Canadian clergy crisis? This week on the podcast, we have an in-studio conversation with Rob, Geoff, and Daniel Markin (Director of Marketin...
Planting the Gospel in Quebec with Maxime Cauchon
Quebec has been resistant to the gospel for decades - and for good reason. What might it cost the church to change that? In this episode, we talk with Maxime Cauachon ...
Refugee Sponsorship and Canadian South Asian Churches with Joel David
South Asians are the largest visible minority group in Canada. So who is reaching them with the gospel? In this episode, we talk with Joel David about his journey to C...
Resilient Disciples and Resilient Leaders with Chris McGregor
Resiliency is a cultural problem and a church problem. What can we do? In this episode, we talk with Chris McGregor about planting and growing a church in Montreal. We...
Who Needs Apologetics? with Tim Barnett
Who needs apologetics? Isn't the Bible enough? In this episode, we talk with Tim Barnett about his journey from a high school teacher to a professional apologist. We a...
Theological Education in the Church with Cody Matchett
Does theological education belong in the academy or the church? As we consider clergy shortages across the country, will our traditional structures of ministry trainin...
Location, Space, and Mission with Brad Moffat
Some say church buildings don't matter - until they affect their mission. In this episde, we talk with Brad Moffat about the unique design and location of his church b...
AI, Technology, and Resurrection Sunday with Rob, Dan, and Geoff.
Should pastors be talking with their congregations about AI? This week on the podcast we have an in-studio conversation with Rob, Geoff, and Dan about AI and Easter pl...
The Church, Evangelicalism, and MAID with David Guretzki, Part 2
Why should churches care about medical assistance in dying (MAID)? This is the second of a two-part interview with David Guretzki, the President and CEO of The Evangel...
The Church, Evangelicalism, and Culture with David Guretzki, Part 1
Should we stop using the term evangelical? This is the first of a two-part interview with David Guretzki, the President and CEO of The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada...