Field Notes Archive:
Learnings from Practitioners
and Pioneers in 100Movements
Welcome to the Field Notes archive—a growing collection of stories, lessons, and insights from practitioners across 100 Movements. Here you’ll find reflections on disciple-making, multiplication, leadership, and mission from those living it out on the ground. Explore past notes, revisit key themes, and discover wisdom to equip your own journey in movemental Christianity.
015: Exploring Kingdom Contours: Practical Insights for Missional Living
Join host Brian Johnson as he kicks off a new series on the 100 Movements podcast with Monica and Jeremy Chambers. We’re going to explore Kingdom Contours authored by Monica and Jeremy Chambers. This episode sets the stage for an eight-week journey delving into practical applications of the six elements of missional DNA (mDNA) and how they can transform everyday life. Explore the story behind the book, from its initial concept to its current form, and discover the vision for empowering leaders and communities to embrace movement dynamics. Whether you're a church leader, part of a small group, or exploring microchurches, this series offers insights and inspiration for your spiritual journey.
014: Exploring Organic Systems with Rob Wegner
In the final episode of our mDNA series, we explore organic systems with Rob Wegner, co-author of "The Starfish and the Spirit." Discover how these organic systems empower movements to thrive and multiply without losing their vitality. Rob shares insights from his journey with Kansas City Underground, a network of microchurches, and discusses the critical role of organic systems in fostering resilient, Spirit-led communities.
013: Exploring Liminality and Communitas with the Tampa Underground
Join us on the 100Movements podcast as we look at the concepts of liminality and communitas with Tomy Wilkerson and Stacy Gaskins from the Tampa Underground. Discover how these sociological terms shape the dynamics of movements and foster deep community bonds through shared risks and adventures. Stacy and Tomy share about the transformative power of these elements in their own stories and across their network.
012: Exploring APEST Culture with Lindsey Harwood
In this episode of the 100Movements Podcast as we explore the transformative power of APEST culture with Lindsey Harwood. Discover how the fivefold gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, shepherd, and teacher can activate leadership and drive movement within organizations. We’ll talk about practical insights and strategies to harness these gifts for personal and organizational growth.
011: Exploring the Missional Incarnational Impulse with Rowland Smith
In this episode of the 100Movements Podcast, Brian Johnson and Lindsey Harwood sit down with Rowland Smith, National Director of Forge America, to explore one of the most misunderstood—and essential—elements of movement DNA: the missional–incarnational impulse.
010: From Moments to Movements: The Heart of Disciple-Making with Jeff Vanderstelt
In this episode of the 100 Movements Podcast, we dive into the heart of disciple-making with Jeff Vanderstelt, Executive Director of Saturate and pioneer of the Soma family of churches. Jeff shares his journey and insights on transforming discipleship into a movement, emphasizing the importance of spiritual parenting and leader health. Discover how to integrate disciple-making into everyday life and why it's crucial for the growth and sustainability of the church. This episode explores the challenges and triumphs of creating a culture of disciple-making that extends beyond moments and into movements.
009: Embodying Discipleship and Disciple-making with OlaDele Okuwobi
In this episode of the 100 Movements podcast, host Lindsey Harwood interviews OlaDele John Okuwobi about the essence of disciple-making in modern Christianity. They explore the components of discipleship, the challenges posed by Western cultural values, and the importance of embodying teachings in everyday life. Dele shares personal stories and insights on how intentional relationships and the law of love play a crucial role in shaping the future of the church.
008: Jesus is Lord: The Radical Minimum for Movement
In this episode of the 100 Movements podcast, we dive into the foundational element of "Jesus is Lord" as the radical minimum for movemental Christianity. Join Brian Johnson and Alan Hirsch as they explore how this three-word worldview shapes the church's mission and identity, challenging us to re-center our lives and communities around the teachings of Jesus. Discover the transformative power of embracing Jesus's Lordship in every aspect of life and how it can lead to a vibrant, movemental form of the church.
007: Rediscovering Movemental Christianity: The Forgotten Ways
Join Brian Johnson and Alan Hirsch as they explore the transformative power of Movemental Christianity. In this episode, they share the six elements of mDNA from Alan's seminal work, "The Forgotten Ways," and discuss how these principles can reignite the Church's mission in the modern world. Discover the origins of these ideas and how they can be applied to foster a movement that embodies the Kingdom of God in every space.
005: Stories of Obedience and Mission
We don’t just need more content about Jesus—we need to do what Jesus did. In this episode of Conversations on Movemental Christianity, Lindsey Harwood, Brian Johnson, and Rich Robinson contrast knowledge-focused models with obedience-based, apprenticeship discipleship that multiplies in everyday life.
004: From Sunday-Centric to Everyday Mission
The 100Movements team explores the shift from Sunday-centric church to everyday mission — and the practical steps leaders and everyday believers can take to make it real.
003: Resistance and Renewal: Breaking Church Blockers
The 100Movements team names them, shares stories of leaders breaking free, and invites you to take your next small risk toward renewal.
002: Recovering the Tracks of Movemental Christianity
In Episode 2 of Conversations on Movemental Christianity, the 100Movements team explores the DNA of a true Jesus movement — and what it would take to recover it today.
001: The Crisis and Invitation in Western Christianity
In Episode 1 of Conversations on Movemental Christianity, the 100Movements team unpacks the crisis and the hope, exploring what it means to return to the radical simplicity of Jesus’ design for His church.