In this episode, Dave is joined by Nic Gibson, the Senior Pastor of High Point Church in Madison, WI.
Nic tells Dave about his early years growing up in upstate New York, how he begged his parents to send him to summer camp where he met Jesus and learned what the Christian community could be like.
Nic shares his college journey, going to Seminary, and how he was hired to work at a church in Panama City Beach, Florida.
Nic explains the impact that experience had on him and the helpful lesson he learned there (11:00).
Dave asks Nic how he got to Madison and Nic talks about the 6-month process and his encouragement to pastoral candidates to not get offended by the process (13:00).
Nic talks about what’s distinctive about High Point and shares about taking a chance during the pandemic and the generosity they experienced in that time.
Nic explains, “When you’re bold and courageous there is a latency of people who want to do something inspiring and they gather to you and rally.”
Dave and Nic discuss the context of Madison and the diversity of politics in their Church (26:00).
Dave asks Nic about the charter schools they helped set up and how they seek to address issues of equity (30:00)
To learn more about Nic and High Point Church visit their website here.
Find the Engage and Equip Podcast here
Nic’s book "Substance: Becoming oaks of righteousness in a world of vapor.” is available here.
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