The Reclaimed Leader Podcast

Let's say you DO have buy-in from the congregation, but there are still some who still aren’t in (and they're stirring things up). Do we need unanimous support or a simple majority or a super-majority? 6 Tips to Deal with Change Resisters.

When leading change, you discover quickly that some people want to run forward as fast as possible, and others just want to hit the brakes (or even go backwards). The truth is you need both. Leadership and the Dog-Sled and why it matters when you lead change.

Today, we follow up our conversation with Dr. Whitesel about generating consistent buy-in, by showing exactly how we do it. Jesse and I share our step-by-step process that has helped us successfully navigate change with maximum leadership and congregational support.

One of the most critical questions when it comes to church health is: how do I generate buy-in for change? Today we welcome back Dr. Bob Whitesel as we talk about how to navigate change reaction.

For most of us, throwing a ball is second nature. It’s just muscle-memory. How do we as leaders cultivate our to-do as well as our to-be list? Making Godly leadership second nature - that's today on the Reclaimed Leader

Happy New Year! Are you worn out already by goal-setting and healthy habits? Here’s a non-resolution kickstart to get traction on your biggest goals in minutes instead of weeks. Everyone is offering a course/challenge about New Year's habits, goals, and resolutions. Honestly, all of them are probably going to work if you put the work in. But, as excited I get about the new, I also know that I need...

Welcome to our year-end review of the top 5 episodes you selected based on the number of downloads they received. It’s episode 319 and we’re going to take final stock of 2023 and look toward 2024

As you’re putting your final touches on your Christmas sermon (and services), here are 5 ways to create a welcoming environment for all those guests… and avoid the Christmas cringe

Today we welcome back to the podcast: Pastor Ian Rankine of Pluckemin Presbyterian Church as he shares his story of a small church that has experienced new life - and how yours can too

With everything going on in your church, revitalization might sound way too daunting right now. That’s why we’re sharing our 3-step guide to simplify leading change – we end with part 3 today

Does church revitalization sound way too daunting? Or maybe you don’t know where to start. Here is our 3-step guide to simplify leading change – part 2 continues today!

Does church revitalization sound way too daunting? Or maybe you don’t know where to start. Here is our 3-step guide to simplify leading change – part 1 starts today!

Are you an authoritarian coach or a player’s coach? Are you intentionally working to develop volunteers or staff in your church? It’s all about building trust, encouragement, and helping people reach their God-given potential.

We all seem to think older members are more generous. But, what if that’s not completely true? According to Barna’s research, you may be surprised. Today we're talking about cultivating generosity in younger generations.

How do you resist the resistance when leading change? Change is hard because it can be so personal and emotional. How do you push forward? It’s about leading with truth, grace, and a winsome spirit.

In today's episode, Jesse and Jason discuss the role of creativity in leadership. Often, a creativity deficit shows up in meetings - but can trickle into sermon prep, teaching, and energy. What do you do when you need a spark?

Christmas is the #1 outreach opportunity we get every year. And we all have programs, events, and special services – but what if you could leverage it all to engage people more?

Today, Jesse and Jason talk about the misconceptions and realities of why people have de-churched (according to new research in the book - The Great De-Churching) and what that means for church leaders

Today, Jesse and Jason discuss the love-hate relationship pastors have with online worship, and the implications of cultural norms on digital ministry. If 100% of the people we're trying to reach are online, why wouldn't we leverage it?

One of the biggest questions I get is how we developed our church’s culture. Well, it didn’t happen overnight – but there is a repeatable, simple process to do it.

According to Barna's research, pastors are lonelier, more isolated, and questioning their calling more than ever. What are we going to do about it? The importance of validation and where to find it

Every church wants to reach younger generations, but does that mean sacrificing older ones? A strategy to reach all generations may be closer than you think.

What will the future church look like? What will make churches thrive in a post-Christian culture? While we can’t see the future, here are 5 key areas to think about as you move into Fall.

Are the pastoral care models we've inherited healthy? Are we called to be personal chaplains or should we delegate and de-centralize care? Maybe, it's a bit of both.

According to the research, nearly 1/2 of U.S. adults say they are more open to God today than before the pandemic. Is your church equipping the people to engage? How will we help our congregations have spiritual conversations?