Jason Matta on Prioritizing Your Closest Relationships in Ministry, Being Held By the Body of Christ in Hard Times, and Building For Eternal Value

The Pastorate Podcast

What sustains a pastor through seasons of weariness, pressure, and temptation to give up?

In this episode, Jason Ballard sits down with Jason Matta, Senior Pastor of Hope Church Toronto West, for an honest conversation about ministry longevity, the power of prayer, and protecting what matters most. Jason shares his personal story of pastoring through challenges, why prayer remains the engine of his leadership, and how he fights to keep his family at the center while faithfully leading his church.

Key Takeaways:

• How to navigate the temptation to give up in ministry

• Why prayer must remain central to a pastor’s life and leadership

• How to resist sacrificing family life for the sake of ministry success

• The role of humility and boldness in long-term pastoral faithfulness

If you’re a pastor, leader, or follower of Jesus looking for encouragement to keep going, this conversation is for you.

Biography

Pastor Jason grew up in a Christian home, and devoted his life to Christ at an early age. The Lord continued to guide Jason’s life to pursue ministry, which resulted in a seminary degree. It was through God’s direction that Jason was connected to Hope Bible Church in Oakville (formerly Harvest Bible Chapel Oakville) and eventually joined their staff in 2012. After much prayer, twenty-two faithful core members planted Hope Church Toronto West in 2013 under Pastor Jason’s servant leadership. Pastor Jason is passionate about the glory of God, the mission of God, the Word of God, and humble dependence upon God in prayer. Jason and his wife, Aileen, have three wonderful children: Josiah, Abigail, and Silas.

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Guest Notes

• ⁠Hope Church West Toronto
• Great Commission Collective

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