How Leaders Can Build Margin and Prioritize People with Patrick Rowe, James Hall, and Clay Vaughan
Patrick Rowe
Pastor & Church Planter | Open Doors
In this episode of the Good Business Podcast, host Clay Vaughan, alongside co-host James Hall, engages in a deep conversation with Pastor Patrick Rowe. They discuss intentionality in leadership, the intersection of business and faith, and the cost of serving others. Patrick, a church planter in a challenging community, shares lessons learned from his work with the underprivileged and marginalized.
“You don’t love them in the way that makes you feel loved. You love them in the way that they need to be loved.”
PATRICK ROWE
Show Notes
What We Talked About
This episode of Good Business features Patrick Rowe, pastor and founder of Open Doors TX. Patrick opens up about the trials and triumphs of leading a church plant in a tough community. The discussion touches on balancing faith and business, creating margin in your life, and why intentional relationships are key to long-term success—both spiritually and professionally. Patrick’s commitment to serving others, even at great personal cost, provides a blueprint for leaders who want to build organizations with lasting impact.
Key Moments
[00:00] Introduction to Patrick Rowe, James Hall, and Clay Vaughan.
[03:10] Patrick shares his personal journey from a troubled past to following Jesus.
[12:45] Lessons from church planting in Hazy Hollow, Texas.
[23:30] “People are not a commodity; they’re God’s creation.”
[34:20] How to lead with margin and intention in both business and life.
[46:05] The risks of authentic leadership: Putting people first.
[53:45] The power of community and healing through Jesus.
[1:08:20] Why living out your faith in the workplace can transform culture.
[1:14:30] Final reflections: “The cost is worth it.”
Want More?
For those interested in learning more about Patrick Rowe’s ministry or the principles he shared, you can explore the work of Open Doors TX at opendoorstx.com. Dive deeper into topics like servant leadership, balancing faith and work, and transforming communities with the love of Christ.
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About
Good Business | Clay Vaughan
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the profound effects of combining faith with business leadership. Whether you’re a business leader, educator, or community worker, the Good Business Podcast offers valuable insights into cultivating a purpose-driven life that aligns with both your professional and spiritual goals. Join host Clay Vaughan as he explores how to lead with integrity and serve others while building successful enterprises.
