Jason Tucker & Jesse Skiffington

The Reclaimed Leader Podcast

Religion EN ↓ 450 episodes

Church health strategies from two pastors in the trenches

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Jason Tucker & Jesse Skiffington

Episodes

RL 100: 100th Episode Celebration - Giveaways and Highlights of the First 100 10.09.2019 51:47

Today we celebrate our 100th episode with giveaways and a look back at some of the most downloaded interviews and topics of the first 99. www.reclaimedleader.com/episode100

RL 099: Every Sunday is Someone's Easter 03.09.2019 35:41

We have a tendency to treat Sunday mornings as routine, or some Sundays as more important than others - but every Sunday is someone's Easter. www.reclaimedleader.com/episode99

RL 098: 8 Steps to Change a Church - Dr. Bob Whitesel 27.08.2019 45:16

Today we talk with Dr. Bob Whitesel about the 8 steps to change a church. www.reclaimedleader.com/episode98

RL 097: Healthy Leaders Do This (Part 2) 20.08.2019 32:07

How to move from dysfunction, over-function, and under-function to health as a leader. www.reclaimedleader.com/episode97

RL 096: Healthy Leaders Do This (Part 1) 13.08.2019 38:01

Ever wonder why you have decision-fatigue at the end of the day? It may be a sign that your leadership is unhealthy.

RL 095: First Impressions Matter - Are You Ready for the Fall? 06.08.2019 30:11

First impressions matter! All the research shows the first-time guests decide on returning in the first 10 minutes. www.reclaimedleader.com/episode95

RL 094: Do You Have the Freedom to Focus? 30.07.2019 33:19

In today's episode, we talk about how to build margin into your workflow, so that you can focus on what matters most.

RL 093: Ray Jones - Vital Congregations 23.07.2019 36:44

What are mainline denominations doing about their sharp decline? Today we talk with Ray Jones of the PCUSA about how the denomination plans to turn churches around. www.reclaimedleader.com/episode93

RL 092: Adaptive Change - The Challenge of Communication 16.07.2019 39:03

Communication feels like a miracle. How do we communicate effectively in our messages and marketing to an ever-changing world? www.reclaimedleader.com/episode92

RL 091: Adaptive Change - What Does Evangelism Look Like? 09.07.2019 40:00

In this ever-changing, post-Christendom, postmodern culture, how should churches approach evangelism? www.reclaimedleader.com/episode91

RL 090: Adaptive Change - Do I Have the Right Systems? 02.07.2019 37:34

The preferred state of systems is equilibrium. No matter the changes you make, you may wonder why your systems keep undoing them. It's because they weren't designed for what you're trying to do now. For more: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode90

RL 089: Adaptive Change - Where Do I Begin? 25.06.2019 31:46

When starting the difficult work of revitalization, it can be easy to feel paralyzed by the sheer volume of change needed. Where do I begin? Today we talk about how to get started (and get some traction). For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode89

RL 088: Stewardship - Facing the New Reality 18.06.2019 34:49

How do we address the adaptive challenge of giving in the local church? If the old system isn't working, what is the right system moving forward? For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode88

RL 087: The Power of a Clear, Shared Vision (ReThink 3) 11.06.2019 45:39

When leading change in the local church, a clear vision makes all the difference. When leaders are clear on the dream, they can invite others to join them. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode87

RL 086: The Cost of Leadership (ReThink Part 2) 04.06.2019 37:15

Today, Jason and Jesse revisit the ReThink leadership conference and invite you to dig deeper into the topic of resiliency and self-care in the midst of leading change. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode86

RL 085: Tod Bolsinger - Canoeing The Mountains 28.05.2019 41:35

We talk with Tod Bolsinger about adaptive leadership, and how church leaders must learn how to navigate a new and unexpected terrain in order to fulfill God's mission. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode85

RL 084: The Fallacy of Pastoral Care 21.05.2019 40:22

There are many expectations of pastors in the local church. Some of these are generational and some reflect the post-Christendom world. Today we talk about the way we do pastoral care as churches and pastors. For show notes visit: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode84

RL 083: Developing Healthy Staff Culture (ReThink Part 1) 14.05.2019 41:56

In today’s episode, Jason and Jesse reflect on how to develop a healthy staff culture in light of content they heard while attending the ReThink Leadership Conference. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode83

RL 082: Leading Your Church Out of the Mud - Part 2 07.05.2019 38:20

In today's episode, we continue our conversation about leading change, using Tower Hill Church as an example. Why? Because we think it's more helpful to see actual examples from real churches (warts and all) to inspire, guide, and maybe even protect you from missteps as you lead in your context. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode82

RL 081: Leading Your Church Out of the Mud - Part 1 30.04.2019 41:10

In today’s episode, we dive into Jason’s experience of leading change as pastor at Tower Hill. Jason walks us through an effective step-by-step process with the hope that a more detailed outline for strategic change will help you to lead change in your environment. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode81

RL 080: Practical Strategies for Self-Care After Easter 23.04.2019 29:49

Feel a bit burned out after Easter? Out of vacation or continuing education time? Here are some practical (daily) strategies to help you to recharge after Easter. For show notes visit: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode80

RL 079: Austin Hill - Build a Thriving Intern Program (Regardless of Church Size) 16.04.2019 58:15

Austin Hill offers insight into the role of internships in the local church. If you church is passionate about reaching younger and developing the next generation of church leaders, an intern program may be right for you and your congregation. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode79

RL 078: Gerard Marrone - Maximizing Part-Time Ministry 09.04.2019 46:38

As church staffing continues its trend toward more part-time leaders, how do we maximize their effectiveness? What are some of the challenges / benefits of part-time staff? Today we talk with Gerard Marrone about maximizing part-time ministry. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode78

RL 077: Ryan Church - Self-Awareness and Investing in NextGen Leaders 02.04.2019 48:16

Do you have rejection fatigue when it comes to working with the next generation? Are you struggling to connect with younger volunteers and staff? Today we talk leadership with Ryan Church. For show notes: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode77

RL 076: Brian North - Decision-Making In A Crowded Room 26.03.2019 46:31

Today we have a conversation with Brian North, Senior Pastor at Rose Hill Presbyterian Church in Kirkland, WA, about how to effectively make decisions in what can sometimes be a crowded leadership room (elders, staff, stakeholders). For show notes visit: www.reclaimedleader.com/episode76