# Ep. 319: The Unhurried Pastor Revisited with Ronnie Martin

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Podcast: [Trench Talk](https://stenobird.com/podcast/trench-talk-4428)
Published: 2026-03-24T09:25:07+00:00
Episode link: https://practicalshepherding.com/trenchtalk/319
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Duration seconds: 2039

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Contact us. We’d love to serve you Write a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Resources Give financially to support the work of helping pastors thrive (02:20) Ronnie’s Transition: leaving his lead-pastor role, and new full-time role with Harbor Network and pastor-in-residence duties. (05:00) Recent Creative Work: Ronnie’s devotional release, music projects (08:00) New Podcast & Harbor Network: Launch of Rambles with Ronnie and overview of Harbor Network’s pastor-care focus. (11:00) Purpose of the Book: Why they wrote The Unhurried Pastor and its aim to revive conversation about pastoral pacing. (16:00) Impact of The Unhurried Pastor & Events: How the book has opened conversations, influenced trainings, and led to speaking engagements. (20:00) Biblical Example & Sermon Application: Using Matthew 14 and Jesus’ rhythm as a model for unhurried ministry. (24:00) Personal Rhythms: Ronnie on learning to wait; Brian on listening to the body as an indicator of pace and health. (28:00) Practical Advice for Pastors: Emphasize curiosity about recurring anxieties, seek trusted confidents, and separate ministry success from soul health. (31:30) Closing Prayer & Charge: Prayer for pastors’ renewal and encouragement toward an unhurried, sustainable ministry.

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