15 • Pubs, Pulpits, and Possibilities: How One Man's Dream Creates Many More for Others with Pastor Craig Altman

February 14, 2024

WITH CO-HOSTS: HEREDES RIBEIRO & COLLIN HOKE

Collin and H sit down with Pastor Craig Altman of Grace Family Church in Tampa, Florida to talk about pastoring a large multi-site church and starting a successful nonprofit organization that has seen years of growth and impact.

Episode Summary.

When the sparks of innovation meet the steadfast spirit of community leadership, you get a character like Craig Altman. This episode takes you on a journey with a maverick who havs redefined the essence of service and faith in their own unique way. Craig's leap of faith from a secular background to spearheading Grace Family Church and Dream Center Tampa is nothing short of a narrative masterpiece.

Strap in for a profound exploration of how faith, obedience, and wise financial stewardship intertwine to shape the growth of both nonprofit organizations and spiritual communities. Pastor Craig shares the profound belief that when divine vision is bestowed upon us, the means to fulfill it will follow. This episode is peppered with captivating anecdotes that demonstrate the impact of strategic decision-making and the power of community outreach, epitomized by initiatives like Dream Center of Tampa.

Finally, we wade into the waters of church leadership evolution and the rippling effects of shared leadership models. Our conversation sheds light on the importance of empowering others to succeed in their own rights and the necessity for leaders to embrace a non-egoistic approach to their work. This is a treasure trove of insights for anyone involved in leading, fundraising, or managing a team in any capacity. So tune in, as we unpack the stories, strategies, and lessons learned from a trailblazer in community service and leadership.

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Chapters.

0:09 - Craig Altman: Pastor of Grace Family Church and Founder of Dream Center of Tampa
10:11 - Lessons Learned From Pastor Craig
15:59 - Expanding Church Leadership and Community Outreach
23:10 - Shared Leadership in Church Organizations
31:28 - Letting Go of Preferences in Leadership
34:57 - Fundraising and Leadership Challenges

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Resources and Info.

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About Pastor Craig Altman.

Pastor Craig Altman and his wife Debbie responded to God’s call by founding Grace Family Church in 1994. Beginning with 25 families, Grace Family is now serving more than 10,000 people in eight campuses across the Tampa Bay community.

His passion for the lost continues to drive his vision for more campuses to help families follow Jesus. He loves the local church and believes we are better together: the harvest is plenty, but the workers are few.

Pastor Craig and Debbie have been married since 1980 and have two grown children and five grandchildren. He enjoys golf and fishing and is an avid Florida Gator fan. He loves to vacation with Debbie, where they enjoy hiking in the mountains and sightseeing.

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