Jan 10, 2023 | Change, Decision-making, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
Summary: In today’s episode John and Jim welcome Paul Feuerstein back to the mic. In Part 2 of their conversation, they unpack some of the biggest challenges facing leaders today, and practical things leaders can do about those challenges. You can listen to the audio...
Jan 5, 2023 | Change, Gratitude, Grief, Growth, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor
At the end of every year, I take time to reflect on the three most significant lessons of the year. My intention is to internalize those lessons and carry them into the next year. Here are the most important things I learned in 2022. I hope one or more of them speak...
Jan 3, 2023 | Calling, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Trust
Summary: In today’s episode, John and Jim interview Paul Feuerstein, lead pastor of Helena First in Helena Montana. Together they unpack six axioms that are common to leadership no matter the size/demographic/location of the church you lead. You can listen to the...
Dec 22, 2022 | Christmas, Family, Leadership, Margin, Ministry Leader, Pastor
Today we welcome Jaime Hlavin back to the blog for Part 2 of her Holiday miniseries, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. In today’s post, Jaime pivots to the personal side of the Holidays, and outlines a few healthy boundaries that will help you get more joy out of...
Dec 20, 2022 | Anger, Grief, Leadership, Ministry Leader, Pain, Pastor, Self-Awareness, Trauma, Wounds
Summary: In today’s episode, John and Jim welcome Josh Spurlock back to the mic for Part 2 of their conversation. Josh is the founder of My Counselor Online, an amazing organization dedicated to the mental and emotional well-being of leaders. In this powerful...
Dec 15, 2022 | Change, Christmas, Family, Ministry Leader, Pastor, Relationships
Christmas was magical to me as a kid. The fresh-cut pine tree loaded with lights and ornaments; piles of snow outside; Charlie Brown and The Grinch Christmas specials; holiday kielbasa and raspberry cream pies; family gatherings; opening gifts; no school for two...
