The Shepherds Band with Brother Greg York Part 1Episode 6

In this deeply engaging episode, Chikeze Emmanuel Madu takes listeners on a captivating journey into the heart of ministry through an intimate conversation with Brother Greg York, preacher at the Oliver Creek Church of Christ in Memphis, Tennessee. From the sunlit mornings of his calling in Australia to his forty years of service in diverse roles across the United States, Brother Greg paints a picture of ministry not as a profession, but as a lifelong devotion to God’s purpose. He recounts how his early experiences in student leadership, his father’s quiet example of service, and his exposure to different church settings shaped him into a minister who values both the Word and the people behind it. His story challenges young ministers and church leaders to see every season of their journey — whether in education, disappointment, or daily service — as part of God’s training ground for greater usefulness in His kingdom.

But beyond the inspiring testimony lies a sobering reality about the weight of spiritual leadership. Brother Greg opens a window into the often-unseen world of preachers — a life filled not only with sermons and study, but with hospital visits, late-night calls, and the delicate balance between serving and resting. He discusses the cultural differences between American and Nigerian church life, yet underscores one universal truth: that effective ministry demands both heart and humility. He emphasizes teamwork between elders and ministers, seeing leadership not as a hierarchy but as a sacred partnership for the good of the flock. His story is a powerful reminder that ministry is not about status, but sacrifice; not about prestige, but presence — walking faithfully with God’s people through every season of their lives.