Latest Unite leadership Podcast Episodes

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"The Church is Changing, and You Know It."...What Is Our Response?

Lead Time - June 23, 2023 13:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Visit uniteleadership.org and support our mission to lead listeners and leaders with biblical wisdom and practical solutions to today's burning issues. Become a supporter today! https://www.buzzsprout.com/200797/support Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org

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"Casting Vision For Our Kids" - With Peggy Zilz

Lead Time - June 20, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Peggy -  Peggy grew up in a small town in northern Indiana with 5 siblings, learning the importance of hard work, dedication, persistence, and thankfulness.   Peggy is passionate about helping families advance God’s mission by transforming the family culture using effective relational equi...

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"A Conversational Response from CTX" with Pres. Don Christian and Provost Kristi Kirk

Lead Time - June 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Part 2 of a thorough conversation with Don Christian allowing response on behalf of CTX to many accusations or confusions heading into the Synod Convention. Don and CTX have issued a response to the report, but it is often best to hear what is said, not just what is written. Support the Show. ...

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"What Is Going on with the Concordia University System?" - with Christian Preus

Lead Time - June 06, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Christian: Professional Positions: Attorney. Over 35 years experience handling complex insurance coverage issues on a nationwide basis. Advised management and boards of directors on issues of company-wide significance. Assisted with significant and broad-impact claims-handling. Provided ...

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Massive Opportunities for Collaboration in the LCMS - With LCEF President and CEO Bart Day

Lead Time - May 30, 2023 21:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Bart: Bart is currently serving as President and CEO of Lutheran Church Extension Fund. He has served as a parish pastor, headmaster of an elementary school, executive to oversee domestic mission work, and now head of the church’s financial institution. Bart received his bachelor’s degree...

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PART 2 with Pat Ferry!

Lead Time - May 23, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Download this episode at https://leadtime.buzzsprout.com/ Learn more about Pat Ferry! Pat Ferry’s long and successful track record of executive leadership running a complex organization, forging numerous international partnerships, overseeing dozens of operational units and work functions, mai...

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Policy Governance with Paul Zilz

Lead Time - May 16, 2023 12:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Paul:  I help ministry boards learn to govern effectively by deploying my God-given strengths and gifts; my experience in and knowledge of business, risk management, and governance; my deep understanding of LCMS culture; and my love for theology as it relates to the joy and power of livin...

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President Don Christian of Concordia University Texas

Lead Time - May 10, 2023 20:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
See also - Interview with Concordia Texas' Campus Pastor Jake Boessling  https://youtu.be/gZ17rHZABvo About Don -  Dr. Donald Christian is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Concordia University Texas. He became Concordia's ninth executive leader on August 1, 2014, following selectio...

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"Hopes for the LCMS in 2033" with District President Richard Snow

Lead Time - May 02, 2023 20:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Richard Snow -  Rev. Richard Snow, District President — Serves as an advisor to the church workers of the District, as a visitor to congregations and church workers in times of celebration or difficulty, and as a leader in ministry to the members of the Nebraska District. Support the Show...

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"How Should LCMS Leaders Understand the 'Times We're Living In'" - Rev. Dr. Andy Bartelt

Lead Time - April 25, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Andy: Rev. Dr. Andy Bartelt - bio - ordained in 1976…studied at Cambridge and Obererusal…three years in parish ministry at St. Louis…and as a grad student teaching Hebrew. Full time faculty in 1978 at Concordia Seminary. Retired in 2020. 42 years.  Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership...

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"Preach the Gospel and Love Your People" with Mark Zehnder

Lead Time - April 18, 2023 19:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Mark: Perhaps it is because Mark Zehnder himself comes from a long line of pastors (his grandfather, father, and two uncles), that he is perfectly suited to serve pastors and churches as Founder and President of Always Forward Ministries.  During his pastoral ministry, Dr. Zehnder has ser...

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Is the Church "Selling Out" to the World by Tapping Into Systems? with Candice Hilse

Lead Time - April 11, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Go to the American Reformation podcast from a couple months ago to hear more of Candice’s story and her heart for leadership.  https://youtu.be/CyiVBYBLY88 Today’s episode is focused on not just the why of leadership development…but the how/systems of leadership development. This may get a lit...

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"Leading amidst Tragedy" with Tim Lawson

Lead Time - April 04, 2023 22:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Tim: Pastor Tim has a deep passion to connect people to Jesus. No stranger to the struggles of life, Pastor Tim looks for every opportunity to share Jesus’ resurrection power. Tim is blessed to be married to Ruth since 2007 and their four kids keep mom and dad active. Pastor Tim’s favorite...

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Dr. Vanessa Seifert

Lead Time - March 28, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
About Vanessa :   A passionate scholar, Dr. Vanessa Seifert applies proven principals in a customized manner to overcome barriers and empower lasting change. At her core, Vanessa believes life is a journey that includes countless opportunities for growth. She helps leaders influence those around...

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Pastor Joe Beran

Lead Time - March 21, 2023 12:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Pastor Joe was called to be pastor of BethlehemSCV in April of 2017.  He is married to his beautiful wife Sarah, and they have two adorable children, Augustine and Kyrie.  Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org

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Director of Strategy for the Texas District of the LCMS - Jon Braunersreuther

Lead Time - March 15, 2023 00:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
More about Jon -  Rev. Dr. Jon Braunersreuther serves as Director of District Wide Strategy for the Texas District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. In addition, he serves as Mission Strategist for the greater Houston metropolitan area of the Texas District. He received his Master of Divin...

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"Should the Church Care about Physical Wellness?"

Lead Time - March 07, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Tim and Jack breakdown some questions/concerns/possibilities related to physical wellness of leaders. Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org

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"WHO is Lutheran Education for?" with Ryan Bredow and Ryan Ermeling

Lead Time - February 28, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Ryan Bredow - Vice President, Marketing, Canyon Christian Schools Consortium at Grand Canyon University.  Ryan Ermeling - Seven Marches Consultancy - I translate business concepts into tools (like www.parentpulse.com and www.measure.church) that help churches, Christian schools, missional non-p...

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"Why Does the 'Missio Dei' matter for Lutherans" with Jeff Skopak

Lead Time - February 21, 2023 21:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
More about Jeff: Born and raised in Central New Jersey, Pastor Jeff is a graduate of Concordia College - Bronxville, New York and Concordia Seminary - St. Louis, Missouri.  He is a graduate of The Pastoral Leadership Institute and holds a Doctorate of Ministry degree from Concordia Seminary.   ...

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"Starting a Micro-High School" with Tanya Calendo and Nathan Stevens

Lead Time - February 14, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
More on the CG Micro-High School: Christ Greenfield High School is a college-prep micro-school that cultivates a Christ-centered learning community for students seeking personalized and flexible learning and leadership experiences. For More Visit - https://www.christgreenfield.school/academic...

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"Why Are Many Churches Reluctant to Get Feedback From Their Members?" with Ryan Ermeling

Lead Time - February 08, 2023 21:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
More About Ryan Ermeling: There are a lot of coaches and consultants for Christian organizations out there. Here’s what makes me different from almost every single one of them: I’m not a Christian educator, pastor or church worker. I’m an entrepreneur. Over the course of 15 years, I transform...

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"Christians Should Be Joyful!" with Tim Runtsch

Lead Time - January 31, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
More About Pastor Runtsch -  Senior Pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fort Collins, Colo., and the current chair of the LCMS Mega-Church Conference, a coalition  of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod congregations of at least 1,000 members. For eight years, he also served as the Ethiopia ...

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"The Art of Preaching" with Pastor Dave Ahlman

Lead Time - January 25, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Pastor Dave's Podcast : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClaNHjTyFE8cd3gjIlLFDZQ https://mydailytruths.com/ More About Pastor Dave -  Pastor Dave Ahlman was born in Milwaukee Wisconsin on October 25, 1956. His Dad, Arnold Ahlman who also was a pastor, took a call to Gethsemane Lutheran Church ...

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LCMS Pacific Southwest District President - Mike Gibson

Lead Time - January 17, 2023 18:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Learn more about Mike Gibson -  Prior to his election as President of the Pacific Southwest District - LCMS in June 2018, Mike served as pastor of Christ Lutheran Church and School from August 2006 to August 2018, leading the congregation’s vision of supporting, equipping, and launching people ...

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"A Letter to the Christian Church” with Gary Brooks

Lead Time - January 10, 2023 12:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Join us for a conversation with Pastor Gary Brooks, 23 years experience as a military chaplain and over 30 years of ministry! Visit uniteleadership.org Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org

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Embracing Female Leadership in the Church with Dr. Mary Scott

Lead Time - January 03, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Join us for a heartfelt and fruitful conversation with Dr. Mary Scott, Chief Executive Officer at Orange Lutheran High. Visit uniteleadership.org Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org

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Be A "Disciple Maker" Making Church, With Matt Engel

Lead Time - December 27, 2022 21:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Learn more about Matt Engel! Matt Engel combines tech superpowers with a passion for helping churches and nonprofits use big data to better serve their people and communities. He works for Gloo, a Boulder-based tech company, bringing MetaData, Research, Assessment and Engagement Platforms to or...

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Should the LCMS Change? With Pat Ferry

Lead Time - December 20, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Learn more about Pat Ferry! Pat Ferry’s long and successful track record of executive leadership running a complex organization, forging numerous international partnerships, overseeing dozens of operational units and work functions, maintaining (and growing) a large budget, and dramatically inc...

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Life On Mission with Lexi Schmidt and Micah Greiner

Lead Time - December 06, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Learn more about Lexi and Micah!  Lexi joined the LINC family in 2020.  She is a life-long teacher and learner serving classrooms in urban and suburban settings for 15 years.  She has her Master’s degree in clinical mental health, and has provided support and care to individuals experiencing un...

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How Circuit Congregations Can Work Together

Lead Time - November 29, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
What would an ideal Perfect Circuit look like?  What would an ideal Circuit leader look like?  Join Tim and Jack for more!!! Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org

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