Rob Chartrand
Rob is the Assistant Professor of Christian Ministry and Program Coordinator at Briercrest College. He has been in pastoral ministry for thirty years, working in various roles in churches of different sizes across Canada. He recently served as the Lead Pastor and founder of Crosspoint Church in Edmonton. Rob is passionate about equipping and empowering emerging leaders, which fits his role with Briercrest. His doctoral work with Asbury Theological Seminary studied the spiritual formation of Millennials. As a consultant, he has helped churches, non-profits, businesses, and denominations position themselves for continued strategic success. Rob runs, reads, writes, lifts heavy objects in his spare time, and is a gamer. Check out Rob's blog: www.robchartrand.com.
Appears in 60 Episodes
A Conversation with Future Ministry Leaders: Emily Welty, Karly Traub, and Lincoln Funk
In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Emily Welty, Karly Traub, and Lincoln Funk about the future of church leadership. They also discuss ministry pathways, the effe...
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...
Discoveries from Leaders at the Pipeline Symposium - Part 2
How do we confront the Canadian clergy shortage crisis? On November 18-20, over fifty ministry leaders gathered from across Canada at Muskoka Woods Camp for the first-...
Discoveries from Leaders at the Pipeline Symposium - Part 1
How do we confront the Canadian clergy shortage crisis? On November 18-20, over fifty ministry leaders gathered from across Canada at Muskoka Woods Camp for the first-...
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 Roger Reid
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part seven of this week's summer series, "Learning from the O...
Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Chet Kennedy
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part six of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OLD...
Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Grover Bradford
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part five of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OL...
Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Sid Koop
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part four of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OL...
Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Cecil Rast
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part three of this week's summer series, "Learning from the O...
Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Mark Mowbray
What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part two of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OLD...
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...