New Churches Masterclass | Season 1 | Episode 52

Church Offices with Matt Boswell

Matt Boswell

Emphasizing the crucial role of biblical leadership in church planting, Matt Boswell highlights the need for both faithful elders to shepherd the flock and diligent deacons to serve practical needs. Boswell underscores that a healthy, enduring church depends on a shared leadership structure that reflects God’s design, prevents burnout, and equips the congregation for effective ministry and unity.

Published on August 18, 2025

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Matt Boswell

Matt Boswell is lead pastor of The Trails Church in North Texas and the President of Doxology & Theology. He is an author and hymnwriter, known for songs including “His Mercy Is More” and “Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery.” Boswell earned his MA in Christian Ministry, ThM in Biblical Spirituality, and PhD in Christian Worship from Southern Seminary.

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