Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchAddressing the Perception Gap in Church Growth with Lyman Stone
Season 5 Episode 59
Unlock the secrets behind successful church growth and discover the environments that best support adult conversions in the LCMS. This episode features Lyman Stone, a seasoned demographer and LCMS la…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Is It a Sin To Use Data As a Church? -- It's All About the Heart with Blue Van Dyke | Hot Topic Friday
Season 5 Episode 58
Unlock the secrets of effective church engagement with our special guest, Blue Van Dyke. As an executive pastor with a rich background in global marketing, digital advertising, and venture capital, B…
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
"The Beating Heart of Missouri's Mission" with Dr. Ben Haupt
Season 5 Episode 57
Could the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod's mission history hold untapped wisdom for today's challenges? Reverend Dr. Ben Haupt joins us to unravel this enigma, sharing his captivating journey from a …
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Why Are We So Bad at Taking Negative Feedback? and More with Ryan Ermeling | Hot Topic Friday
Season 5 Episode 56
Ever wondered why negative feedback can be the ultimate game-changer for leaders? Join us as we sit down with Ryan Ermeling, leader of Parent Pulse and the Chair of the Board of Regents at Concordia …
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Praying For A New Day: Big Vision, Big Goals, Big Accountability with Rev. Dr. Scott Seidler
Season 5 Episode 55
What does it take to challenge leadership practices and still maintain your faith? Reverend Dr. Scott Seidler shares his transformative journey, from confronting the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod's …
Published on 1 year, 5 months ago
Real Talk: How United is the LCMS? | Hot Topic Friday with Rev. Dr. Jeff Skopak
Season 5 Episode 54
What happens when you bring ministry to an eclectic and diverse mountain town? Reverend Dr. Jeff Skopak shares his remarkable journey serving at Emmanuel Lutheran Church and School in Asheville, Nort…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
Empowering Lay Leadership: Navigating Challenges and the Future of Ministry with Reverend Erik Gauss
Season 5 Episode 53
Reverend Erik Gauss from Cross Lutheran Church and School in Illinois, takes us through his 17-year ministry journey, shedding light on his dedication to developing lay leadership. Erik recounts his …
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
Does AI Belong in the Church? with Matt Engel | Hot Topic Friday
Season 5 Episode 54
Can AI truly transform the way ministry operates within the church? Join us on this thought-provoking episode of Lead Time Hot Topic Friday! We uncover the revolutionary potential of artificial intel…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
An Uncomfortable Conversation on the Concordia University Ann Arbor Struggles.... With Mae Keller
Season 5 Episode 53
Ever wondered how transformational leadership can steer a university through tumultuous times? Mae and I tackle the contentious financial health issues, the over-reliance on athletic programs, and th…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago
What is Stopping the LCMS from Casting A Vision For Growth? | Hot Topic Friday with Rev. Dr. Chris Holder
Season 5 Episode 52
Discover the unexpected ways small churches are making a huge impact in the world of church planting, as Reverend Dr. Chris Holder joins us to share his wisdom on fostering gospel-centered growth. Th…
Published on 1 year, 6 months ago