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The Church Planting Podcast with Greg NettleAuthor: Greg Nettle
Join Greg Nettle as he hosts incredible difference-makers and leaders from around the world. Designed to help leaders advance God's kingdom in innovative and disruptive ways. Lean into learning while leading, hear stories of struggle & triumph, and explore the journey that is "church planting"... The podcast is powered by Stadia, a church planting organization whose vision is to see a world where every child has a church. For additional information, visit https://stadia.org/podcasts. Language: en Genres: Christianity, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 128 - A Life Well Lived: Kathryn Ransom on Faith, Purpose, and Leadership
Episode 128
Wednesday, 11 February, 2026
In this special episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with his dear friend Kathryn Ransom—a lifelong educator, author, Bible teacher, and faithful kingdom leader who, at 90 years old, continues to teach, learn, and invest in others. Kathryn shares her remarkable life story, shaped by faith-filled parents, a mobile childhood, and deep involvement in the local church from a young age. From teaching Bible classes and mentoring young leaders to supporting missionaries around the world, Kathryn's life reflects a quiet but powerful commitment to serving God faithfully in every season. Throughout the conversation, Kathryn highlights the principles that have sustained her over nine decades: purposeful living, strong relationships, continual learning, and humble service. She talks about her passion for identifying people on the margins, helping them take their next step into leadership, and empowering others rather than controlling outcomes. Greg and Kathryn also discuss healthy longevity—how curiosity, spiritual growth, and relational connection play a vital role in staying vibrant over time. Kathryn's openness to learning new things, embracing technology, traveling the world, and trying unfamiliar experiences offers encouragement to leaders of all ages. This episode is both a tribute and a challenge: a reminder that leadership is not about platform or age, but about faithfulness, generosity, and pouring into others for the long haul. Podcast Contents: 00:00–02:00 Introduction to Kathryn Ransom and why this episode is special. 02:00–06:00 Kathryn's early life, family faith, and formative church experiences. 06:00–10:00 A lifetime of serving: teaching, mentoring, missions, and everyday faithfulness. 10:00–14:00 Identifying and developing leaders—helping people take the next step. 14:00–17:00 Healthy longevity: purpose, relationships, and continual learning. 17:00–20:00 Advice for younger leaders: humility, trust, and empowering others. 20:00–24:00 Rapid-fire wisdom: books, travel, curiosity, and spiritual health.
