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Pivot Podcast

About Pivot Podcast

Over the past few years, church leaders have been forced to respond to several global crises in the blink of an eye. In a moment with little information and lots of uncertainty, churches reinvented nearly every aspect of church.

Season 5 of the Pivot podcast explores the changing landscape of the church. Our co-hosts will dig into difficult questions that faith leaders are asking now, and provide an understanding of the deeper cultural shifts that account for the unraveling of inherited models of church.  What are the four key pivots that today's church must make? New episodes post weekly on Thursdays.

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5.73: Unity in the Church When it Feels Impossible

April 18, 2024

Discover ancient practices to find unity in Christ. Watch the latest Pivot podcast for guidance on uniting amidst differences.

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5.72: How to Invite Others to Engage in Spiritual Practices

April 11, 2024

Join Steve Thomason as he shares practical insights for busy individuals and church leaders on the Pivot podcast.

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5.71: Renewing a Congregation’s Identity

April 10, 2024

Explore a local church’s journey in rediscovering and renewing its identity and expanding its capacity to name God’s presence and activity.

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5.70: Easter Is Coming: Resurrection Hope for Church Leaders

March 28, 2024

Discover hope in Jesus' resurrection. Overcome fear and uncertainty with Pastor Nicole Bullock's encouraging words.

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5.69: Exploring Pastoral Leadership Models: Mega Church

March 21, 2024

Gain invaluable insights from Pastor Mark Brandt to empower lay leaders and impact your neighborhood.

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5.68: Exploring Pastoral Leadership Models: Collaborative Leadership

March 14, 2024

Discover sustainable church growth and collaborative leadership with Pastor Stephanie Williams O'Brien.

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5.67: Exploring Pastoral Leadership Models: Rural Church

March 7, 2024

Navigate challenges, rediscover hope, and learn effective leadership for rural churches in America with insights from Bishop Bill Tesch.

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5.66: Exploring Pastoral Leadership Models: Part-Time is Plenty

February 29, 2024

Explore effective ministry, discipleship, and the Holy Spirit's guidance in today's dynamic landscape.

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5.65: Exploring Pastoral Leadership Models: Micro Church

February 22, 2024

Discover a revolutionary ministry model with collaborative leadership in microchurches.

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5.64: Pivot Podcast Q&A Response Session

February 15, 2024

Get answers to burning questions on exhaustion, burnout, and leadership challenges in this insightful Q&A session.

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5.63: Lent: The Gift of Journeying in the Wilderness for Church Leaders

February 8, 2024

In uncertain wilderness seasons, find solace in Jesus' journey (Luke 4).

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5.62: Funding Forward: New Business Models for Ministry

February 1, 2024

Explore a sustainable financial framework for churches. Gain innovative strategies and finance advice for long-term stability with guest Grace Pomroy.

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Meet Your Hosts

  • Dwight Zscheile

    Dwight Zscheile is vice president of innovation and professor of congregational mission and leadership at Luther Seminary. His latest book is Leading Faithful Innovation: Following God into a Hopeful Future (with Michael Binder and Tessa Pinkstaff, Fortress Press, 2023).

  • Terri Elton

    Terri is a teacher who loves Jesus and God’s world. She currently is a Professor of Leadership and Dean of Academic Affairs at Luther Seminary, but has also served in congregations and non-profit settings. In her free time, Terri loves to bike and explore nature. She, along with her husband Eric, believes the world is interesting and together they travel to different cultures and places as often as they can.

  • Dr. Dee Stokes

    Dr. Dee Stokes is an entrepreneurial minister, educator, consultant, author, and podcaster. With 30 years of experience in education, Dr. Stokes understands what it means to be co-vocational and serve God in the Church and in the marketplace. She has worked at every level of education and has also served as a Senior Pastor, Formation and Connections Pastor, and Teaching Pastor. She has a passion for God and His Church and to see people walk in divine destiny. Her degrees are in Sociology (BA from UNC Charlotte), Public Administration (MPA from Devry University), Biblical and Theological Foundations (MBTF from Asbury Theological Seminary), and Educational Leadership (Ed.S. & Ed.D. from Liberty University). Dr. Stokes's research interests include Cultural Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Burnout, Transformational Leadership, unconscious bias, and spousal responsibility.

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