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Shift Ministry Models

Christian communities need to harness skills of agile leadership, stewardship, social entrepreneurism, and management to be nimble enough to respond to a changing cultural landscape.

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5.87: Unleashing Lay Leadership: Vicki Elfers’ Lay Leadership Success Story

Vicki Elfers, an alum of Faith+Lead’s School for Lay Ministry, shares her remarkable journey from shy church secretary to confident lay minister.
Reimagining Discipleship

Reimagining Discipleship

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Practical experiments in following Jesus
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5.86: The Practical Discipleship Revolution: Mark Scandrette and the “Jesus Dojo”

In this Pivot Podcast episode, Mark Scandrette shares his innovative "Jesus Dojo" concept and transformative spiritual practices that bring Jesus' teachings to life.
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Rethinking Church Leadership

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The shift to lay-led, clergy-supported ministry
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5.85: Is Your Church Ready for Lay-Led Ministry?

Discover how the church is adapting to changing times with a shift towards lay-led ministry, supported by ordained clergy.
Falling in Love with God and Neighbor

Falling in Love with God and Neighbor

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Building beloved community with Stephanie Spellers
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5.84: Building Beloved Community in Challenging Times with Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers

Stephanie Spellers shares inspiring insights on nurturing spiritual practices that transform lives and create authentic, loving communities of faith.
Discipling the Disillusioned

Discipling the Disillusioned

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Yolanda Solomon's fresh take on following Jesus
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5.83: Discipling the Disillusioned: Christian Authenticity with Yolanda Solomon

Yolanda Solomon shares her journey from skeptic to passionate disciple-maker, offering insights for church leaders seeking to foster genuine faith in a world craving sincerity.
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Biblical Justice and Innovative Ministry

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Lessons from the frontlines
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5.82: Biblical Justice: Bridging the Gap Between Scripture and the Streets

Inés Velasquez-McBryde joins hosts Dr.Alicia Granholm and Rev. Dr. Terri Elton to explore the rich biblical foundations of pursuing justice in our churches and ministries.
Something New Because of You

Something New Because of You

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The importance of how we talk about church membership
Spiritual Practices for Changing Church Culture

Spiritual Practices for Changing Church Culture

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Dwelling in the Word can help us listen to God and our neighbors

5.81: Changing Church Culture Through Spiritual Practices

In this episode of the Pivot Podcast, Dr. Jinna Jin shares stories, strategies, and encouragement for overwhelmed pastors.
Which Stories Are We Living In?

Which Stories Are We Living In?

Deepening the church's life in the story and Way of Jesus
Empowering Lay Leaders

Empowering Lay Leaders

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Lessons from the edges of the Church
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5.80: The Future is Lay-Led: How Lay Ministry Training is Transforming Churches

In this episode of the Pivot podcast, Rev. Clara King discusses how small, rural churches can empower laypeople, with the church's "edges" driving innovation and collaborative ministry.
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5.79: Bonhoeffer’s Secret to Faithful Discipleship with Tripp Fuller

In this episode of the Pivot Podcast, Dwight Zscheile and Katie Langston are joined by Tripp Fuller to discuss the life and theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and its relevance for church leaders today.

Upcoming Leadership Training Series

  

Apply the insights of Brené Brown’s work to your faithful leadership.

Upcoming Lay Leader Training Cohort

  

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Upcoming Preaching Workshop

  

Address controversial topics from the pulpit with wisdom, humor, and grace.