Good Work West Texas
Podcast Description
What happens when ordinary people decide to do something extraordinary—right where they live?
Good Work! West Texas shines a light on those who roll up their sleeves, step into the needs around them, and quietly transform their communities. From nonprofit leaders and small business owners to volunteers and neighbors next door, this podcast shares stories of service, grit, and hope across the Permian Basin.
Hosted by Cindy Payton alongside Leslie Crisp - driven by a desire for community and connecting others - this podcast offers inspiration—and a nudge to get involved—because good work isn’t
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The podcast explores themes of community service, local engagement, and personal transformation, with episodes dedicated to topics such as volunteerism in hospital auxiliary services and mentorship initiatives for underserved youth. Specific examples include the narrative of Midland Health's auxiliary services and an exploration of the leadership mentorship offered by Teen F.L.O.W.
What happens when ordinary people decide to do something extraordinary—right where they live?
Good Work! West Texas shines a light on those who roll up their sleeves, step into the needs around them, and quietly transform their communities. From nonprofit leaders and small business owners to volunteers and neighbors next door, this podcast shares stories of service, grit, and hope across the Permian Basin.
Hosted by Cindy Payton alongside Leslie Crisp – driven by a desire for community and connecting others – this podcast offers inspiration—and a nudge to get involved—because good work isn’t
In this episode of Good Work West Texas, hosts Cindy Payton and Leslie Crisp sit down with Dustin Pearce and Jacobe Kendrick of Advance Church — a growing movement rooted in deep relationships, everyday discipleship, and serving people where real life happens.Dustin and Jacobe share their stories of coming back to the Permian Basin, why Midland has become home, and how their vision for Advance Church was built on a simple but powerful idea: invest in people, not just programs.From house churches to community investment, from walking with people through messy parts of life to equipping everyday believers to live out their faith — this conversation is a refreshing and inspiring look at what it means to serve, lead, and love others in West Texas.Whether you're part of a church, volunteering in the community, or looking for a deeper purpose where you already are, this episode will challenge and encourage you.Chapters00:00 – Cold Open00:30 – Welcome to Good Work West Texas01:10 – Meet Dustin Pearce & Jacobe Kendrick04:00 – Why They Love Midland06:45 – The Power of Community & Relationships10:30 – How Dustin & Jacobe First Met13:00 – The Birth of Advance Church18:40 – What “Advance” Actually Means23:15 – Investing in People vs. Inviting People27:00 – Equipping Everyday People for Ministry30:50 – Serving in Practical, Everyday Ways35:00 – Navigating Messy Real-Life Discipleship41:20 – A Story of Transformation45:30 – The Cost & Beauty of Long-Term Relationships48:00 – Their Dream for the Permian Basin52:00 – Quote Card Reflections54:30 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect55:45 – Episode Wrap
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