Travis Woernley: Planting Churches and Building Communities for God’s Glory
FBC Melbourne

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, we sit down with Travis Woernley, the church planting resident at First Baptist Melbourne. Travis opens up about his journey from a challenging past to answering God’s call to plant a church in Titusville. Throughout this episode, you’ll hear Travis share candid stories about seasons of waiting, the importance of community, and his unwavering dedication to ministry work. Join the conversation as Travis shares his transformational faith journey and his commitment to building gospel-centered communities.

 

Episode Highlights:

• Travis Woernley’s move back home at age 21 and spiritual awakening

• His reconnection with his future wife, Crystal, and their faith journey

• His “Feast Fridays” and the significance of building community

• Travis’s shift from a successful career in sales to full-time ministry

• The role of Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in his ministry path

• Overcoming challenges in community-building and personal growth

• Embracing God’s timing and the metaphor of doors and transition periods

• Travis’s mentors, Dan Carter and Jason Schack, and their influence

• Advice for entering ministry: faithfulness, stewardship, and embracing God’s opportunities

 

Resources Mentioned:
• “Is God Calling Me?” by Jeff Iorg
• Launch 10X initiative details
• Acts 2:42-47 as biblical inspiration for community gatherings

 

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Mission Control. Join us next week as we explore more inspiring stories and dive deeper into the lives of individuals who are living out the mission God has for them.