After 40 years in ministry—including 20 at one church—Tim Stevens shares hard-won lessons about longevity, avoiding burnout, and knowing when it’s time to move on. Tune into season 2: episode 2 of The LeadingSmart Podcast here.
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Have you ever asked yourself, “Who am I without the title?” When your identity is tied to your role as pastor, stepping away can feel like losing yourself. Here’s how to reclaim who you are—before the title is gone.
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This year marks 40 years since I started full-time ministry. So for Season 2 of the LeadingSmart Podcast, Holly and I decided to take a look back. Not to reminisce (okay, maybe a little), but to reflect on the lessons I’ve picked up along the way—some the easy way, most the hard way. Tune in.
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Succession doesn’t end with the handoff. In Episode 10 of the LeadingSmart Podcast, we explore how to restructure your team, support your new pastor, and protect staff culture after the transition—plus a sneak peek at what’s coming in Season 2.
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Wondering if pastors or church staff should receive bonuses? After 40 years in ministry, here’s my take on church staff bonuses—what works, what doesn’t, and how to lead your team with fairness and wisdom.
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Before you interview a single candidate, build the profile. In Episode 9 of the LeadingSmart Podcast, we explore why a clear Senior Pastor Profile is essential to a healthy succession—and how it helps your church stay aligned, objective, and mission-focused.
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Who should be on your church’s transition team when it’s time for pastoral succession? And what should they actually do? Episode 8 of the LeadingSmart Podcast breaks down how to build the right team for a healthy pastoral succession.
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Over the years, David Whiting has served in influential churches across the country—leading teaching teams, shaping leadership structures, and helping pastors lead with greater clarity. I’m thrilled to welcome David to the LeadingSmart team as a Senior Consultant. Learn more about partnering with David.
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Many churches spend months planning pastoral succession—but forget to plan how to communicate it. Episode 7 of the LeadingSmart Podcast reveals how to get it right: who to tell, when to tell them, and how to protect trust every step of the way.
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