In this episode, Brian Alonzo, Jenn Carter, and Tami Garlock share their experience as parents and raising kids in 2020. We discuss philosophies of parenting, what it means to parent well, the key challenges all parents face, and some strategies to overcome them.
In this episode, Greg Henson, who serves as the President of Sioux Falls Seminary, explains the seminary's unique approach to education. We talk about their Kairos Program, the power of mentorship, the role of credits, what matters most in the learning process, and how to harness student interests/needs while maintaining diversity and the transmission of established bodies of knowledge.
In this episode, Dave Ambrose shares about how to make good decisions as a leader. What would wisdom have us do when making decisions? We talk about how this relates to time-sensitive situations, deliberation, involving others in your decision, seeking counsel, and living with the results of your decisions.
In this episode, Tyler and Rachel Ambrose explain the process of becoming Global Partners and doing missions work in Africa. We discuss their call into the mission field, what it means to be sent, their driving motivation for going, and how they plan to share the love of Jesus. You can learn more about their ministry on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rtambrose You can also support Tyler and Rachel by visiting their giving page: https://usgiving.aimint.org/missionary/110820...
In this episode, Dave Ambrose and Tony Allen explore some of the nuances of conflict resolution. We discuss what exactly conflict is, strategies for handling it effectively, what resolution ideally can look like, whether some conflict is unresolvable, and some anecdotes of conflict resolution gone awry.
In this episode, pastors Andy Sikora and Noah Nickel share their experience of rallying leaders in the church to be on mission together. We discuss what is important when partnering with others, what it means to disagree agreeably, and current efforts to do so in Cleveland. You can check out the work they are doing at http://thekingdomcollective.church/partners .
In this episode, Melody Ambrose, Sara Neptune, Ashley Pesata, and Carissa Steinhart share their experience of having a spouse in vocational ministry. We discuss the highs and lows of this unique calling, how to build good boundaries, and what to do when you get hurt by the community you are called to pastor.
In light of national current events, our guest, Medina Police Chief Ed Kinney, discusses best practices in policing regarding hiring, training, community engagement, and use of force. The hope is for this to be a launching pad for discussion on how to best keep our communities safe and treat people fairly and equitably. For more information, please read Chief Kinney's formal statement on Fairness and Equity in Policing: http://www.medinaoh.org/includes/uploads/Police/Fairness_in_Policing.pdf...
In this episode, Deb Griest, Jen Wuersig, and Nicole Weidokal share their experience with stillness and how it has transformed their lives. We discuss what a life of stillness looks like, where to start, and the benefits and challenges regarding the pursuit of stillness. You can learn more at https://seekingstillness.org/ .
In this episode, Drew Steinhart shares what he has learned as a campus pastor. We discuss the difference between campusing and church planting, some of the pros and cons, why we should sometimes pursue these options instead of building onto existing church properties, and leadership principles he's picked up along the way. Drew's passion for this is contagious!
In this episode, professional counselors Jon Bohley and Phil LaHue help demystify the process of seeking professional help in counseling, why it is important, and how it differs from pastoring. I learned so much and you will too!
In this episode, Dave Ambrose and Drew Steinhart share some of the leadership principles they have collected over the years, and in particular, the ones that have shaped the Heartland culture. We discuss Both-And thinking, Decentralized Leadership, Dress for Your Day, Extreme Ownership, and much more!
In this episode, Dave Ambrose and Drew Steinhart talk about the importance of theology, thinking about what God is like, and how it impacts so many other aspects of how we live. We cover a range of topics like the purpose of statement of faiths, how to develop your own theology, and the role of reason, experience, Scripture, and tradition in doing so.
In this episode, Tony Allen shares what he has learned in his experience of leading teams of volunteers and how it's different from leading paid personnel. To what degree should excellence, character, potential, fit, or other attributes play into decision making? We consider these ideas in the context of building a thriving worship ministry.
In this episode, business leaders Brandon Lipchek and Dave Nelsen share how following Jesus impacts their role in the business world. We discuss how following Jesus can actually make you a more effective business leader and what it means to be SENT by Jesus into the workplace.
In this episode, the Ambrose's and Neptune's have a fun and spicy conversation about what makes for a healthy marriage. We swap stories about how we met, things we did prior to marriage to set us up for success, and ways we live now that will build an even better future.
In this episode, Nicole Weidokal shares her vision for Missions. We discuss the idea that sometimes we inadvertently hurt those we are trying to help, caring for Global Partners, and viewing Missions as fundamentally a spiritual formation venture where we encounter and address our own poverty.
In this episode, Dave Ambrose and Tony Allen share how the pandemic has shaped their daily spiritual habits. We discuss the value of a variety of practices and how we'd like to live differently even when things get back to "normal."
In this episode, Dave Ambrose and Drew Steinhart share about their experience as pastors. We discuss what exactly a pastor is and the unique challenges and blessings of pursuing pastoring as a vocation. Fun stories and insight abound!
In this episode, Dave Ambrose and Mike Suit elaborate on this guiding principle of leadership. We talk about the dynamics of structuring and leading your organization in a decentralized model. No matter what industry or context your leadership is in, you'll discover valuable insights to grow as a leader to become a leader others want to follow.
In this episode, Jeff Harrison, the Principal of Medina High School, shares how he faced the challenge of leading through the crisis of the coronavirus epidemic. We discuss how to lead with optimism in a time of worry and disappointment as well as the unique obstacles facing the education world with the pivot to online learning.
In this episode, Clint and Tony discuss the Intellectual Virtues, which are ways that we can express a love for the truth. Right now it is more challenging than ever to discern what the truth is amidst a sea of differing voices and information sources. We contend that developing a life of intellectual virtue is one way to help us navigate the times.
In this episode, we dive into how the coronavirus is shaping our practices and philosophy concerning church. In addition, we tackle some longstanding topics in church world such as denominations, church shopping, and church-at-home.
In this episode, we discuss how our new digital spaces affect discipleship. Brian, Drew, Mike, and Clint consider the benefits and challenges of social media and the nuances of “online church.” With so much changing, we thought it would be good to talk through what we’ve all been experiencing in our increasingly digital lives.
In this episode, we hear from two worship leaders, Tony Allen and Phil LaHue, on their thoughts about the nature of worship. We discuss the many expressions worship can take in our lives and some of the dynamics of leading others in worship
In this episode, we discuss the basics of the self-understanding tool called the Enneagram. There are plenty of resources out there to learn more about the nuances of it, but we wanted you to hear the perspective of everyday users of the tool. Each of us has found it to be helpful in our spiritual journey and we hope you do too!
In this episode, we discuss how the coronavirus pandemic has shaped our daily rhythms as well as how we consume news and the potential impact on the American work culture. Take note that this was recorded on March 22 before some of the more strict guidelines were in effect.
