Nonprofit Resources
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E10 – A Life Led by Mission: A Pastor’s Journey of Calling, Growth, and Leadership – Transcript
March 24, 2026 – Transcript for Season 1, Episode 10 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast – "A Life Led by Mission: A Pastor’s Journey of Calling, Growth, and Leadership." Learn from Pastor Steve Browning of First City Church about the real-world complexities of high-level ministry leadership and lessons from expanding a ministry and managing the intricate needs of a diverse faith community.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E9 – From Confusion to Clarity: The Truth About Church Audits That No One Tells You – Transcript
March 17, 2026 – Transcript for Season 1, Episode 9 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast – "From Confusion to Clarity: The Truth About Church Audits That No One Tells You." Learn the different levels of financial review, uncover the common pitfalls that lead to confusion, and gain the insights you need to turn a daunting requirement into a strategic advantage.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E7 – Ministry by Design: Unlocking Your Team’s Genius and Personality – Transcript
March 3, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 7 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast - "Ministry by Design: Unlocking Your Team’s Genius and Personality." Explore how leaders at churches and other faith-based nonprofits can build more cohesive, high-performing teams.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E8 – Well-Read, Well-Led: Books Shaping Our Leadership this Year – Transcript
March 10, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 8 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast - “Well-Read, Well-Led: Books Shaping Our Leadership this Year." In this episode, we examine how intentional reading forms the leader behind the mission, impacting everything from professional practice to personal growth.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E6 – From Pulpit to Staff Room: Culture That Preaches – Transcript
February 24, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 6 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast - "From Pulpit to Staff Room: Culture That Preaches." We discuss what workplace culture really is and how it shapes every minute of your team’s day.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E5 – Work Life Balance – Transcript
February 17, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 5 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast - "Work Life Balance." In this episode, the hosts have a candid conversation on shifting the narrative from constant hustle to sustainable success and finding a balance that actually works.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E4 – From Pews to Passwords: True Stories of Cybersecurity Challenges – Transcript
February 10, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 4 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast - “From Pews to Passwords: True Stories of Cybersecurity Challenges." Learn from firsthand accounts of security breaches in churches and nonprofits.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E3 – It Depends! – Transcript
February 3, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 3 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast – "It Depends!" Listen in for insight on tax considerations for ministries and pastors.
The Four S’s That Keep Church Leaders Awake at Night
February 2, 2026 - This updated e-book offers insight and resources to help your church prepare for what’s ahead and flourish. Sign up to receive your free copy!
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E2 – Trust But Verify – Transcript
January 27, 2026 - Transcript for Season 1, Episode 2 of Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast - “Trust But Verify." Learn from real-life cases that reveal how fraud can occur and gain practical steps you can take now to reduce risk and protect your ministry’s mission and resources.