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have more respect for church and less of a commute.” It is not only for the church with lots of programs “because they can easily add that to the agenda.” It is not limited to the church with few programs “because they have time and space.” Equipping is for every single church. Eric Geiger Equipping must be for your church. Equipping must be viewed as foundational, as fundamental to what it means to actually be called a church. Learn more about our new book Designed to Lead at DesignedtoLead.com. There you will find many free resources including ministry team discussion guide. Eric Geiger is the Senior Pastor of Mariners Church in Irvine, California. Before moving to Southern California, Eric served as senior vice-president for LifeWay Christian. Eric received his doctorate in leadership and church ministry from Southern Seminary. Eric Thurman Eric has authored or co-authored several books including the best selling church leadership book, Simple Church. Eric is married to Kaye, and they have two daughters: Eden and Evie. During his free time, Eric enjoys dating his wife, taking his daughters to the beach, and playing basketball. Solutions • 51