(Home, Church, and World) Beyond Headship Dysfunction: Best Practices in Co-Pastoring a Church with Michele and Mark Benson

In this episode of Mutuality Matters, hosts Tara and Todd Korpi welcome Pastors Mark and Michelle Benson, co-lead pastors from Dothan Assembly in Alabama. Mark and Michelle share their journey of co-pastoring, highlighting the biblical call for gender equality in leadership. They discuss the challenges and growth experienced in their ministry, the importance of recognizing each other's strengths, and navigating environments resistant to female leadership. The episode emphasizes the significance of knowing one’s calling, maintaining humility, and fostering strong, supportive relationships in ministry. Listeners also gain insights on how co-leadership can positively influence church culture and leadership practices. 

 

00:00 Introduction to Mutuality Matters 

00:24 Hosts' Banter and Jingle Discussion 

01:36 Introducing Special Guests: Mark and Michelle Benson 

03:37 Journey to Co-Pastoring 

08:58 Challenges and Triumphs in Ministry 

13:17 Navigating Co-Leadership 

31:33 Encouragement for Listeners 

33:50 Conclusion and Resources 

 

Bios 
Pastors Mark and Michele have been lead pastors of Dothan First Assembly of God since 2016 after serving at The Rock Family Worship Center based out of Huntsville, Alabama for over ten years. Their passion is to make a difference in the lives of others by showing them the love of Jesus Christ. Pastors Mark and Michele have three children; Taylor, Griffin, and Camryn. 

 
Related Resources 

Women and Men Leading Together: Co-Pastoring While Married 
Women and Men Leading Together: “Exchanging a Muzzle for a Microphone” with Rici and Phil Skei 
How to Find a Church that Empowers Women 

 

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