You’re either in a crisis or heading towards one. Suicide, a school shooting, and moral failures are all things Rusty didn’t learn how to prepare for in seminary. In over 20+ years in church leadership, he has witnessed some things we hope you never have to encounter. However, the reality is that you will have to deal with a crisis sooner or later. In this course, we take an honest look at the crisis we’ve faced, what we did right, wrong, and what we would do differently if we had to do it again. Rusty is offering the Spire Network 50% off his online course "Leading Through Crisis." Enter promo code Spire for 50% off when you check out at https://pastorrustygeorge.com/resources/leading-through-crisis/

It’s important for leaders going through transitions to pay attention to what is going on spiritually, emotionally, and relationally in the process. Preparing yourself and your team spiritually is key to maintaining the unity and momentum for a healthy pastoral transition. Dave and Kyle discuss the personal side of what they experienced in the transition and how they lead through all those feelings. They also discuss areas where they would have done things differently!

Navigating a pastoral transition is filled with countless tasks. Dave Stone & Kyle Idleman discuss the crucial elements to set a church up for a healthy transition of leadership. When Dave stepped down and Kyle transitioned in as the Sr. Pastor of Southeast Christian Church, there was much intentional planning that went into the process. Learn from what Dave and Kyle would make sure to do again and their lessons from things that could have been done better. Make sure to subscribe so you won’t miss part 2 of their conversation on healthy pastoral transitions.

Mitch continues unpacking the five simple rhythms for refilling and rejuvenating as a leader. Receiving our purpose, recreation, and relationships are the other rhythms that Mitch shares more about. Uncover practical strategies and techniques to incorporate these rhythms into your own leadership journey. Don't miss out on this insightful and engaging conversation that explores the intersections of leadership, burnout, and replenishment. Gain practical wisdom and discover strategies to enhance your well-being as a leader. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our upcoming episodes. Together, let's navigate the journey of leadership and find sustainable rhythms for rest and rejuvenation.

Discover why a staggering 38% of pastors have considered quitting in the last year. Mitch sheds light on the underlying factors contributing to this statistic. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and pressures faced by leaders, and explore potential solutions to combat burnout. Mitch introduces the concept of five simple rhythms for refilling and rejuvenating as a leader. Get an overview of these essential rhythms and join us as we delve into the first two in today's conversation. Uncover practical strategies and techniques to incorporate these rhythms into your own leadership journey. Don't miss out on this insightful and engaging conversation that explores the intersections of leadership, burnout, and replenishment. Gain practical wisdom and discover strategies to enhance your well-being as a leader. Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our upcoming episodes. Together, let's navigate the journey of leadership and find sustainable rhythms for rest and rejuvenation.

Any ministry with a vision that takes more than one person to accomplish requires a team. Healthy teams are essential to thriving in ministry. In this episode of Spireceast, we explore the significance of doing ministry as a team and why it holds such importance. Discover the transformative power that collaboration, shared vision, and collective effort bring to the table. Relational equity takes center stage as we discuss the role it plays in effective leadership within a team. Gain valuable insights into how building strong relationships and trust within a team can significantly impact its overall success. Discover the common threads that weave through all teams, regardless of their scale, and how they contribute to the greater mission. Learn the vital aspect of caring for the needs of ministry teams. Uncover the most important elements to pay attention to when it comes to nurturing and supporting your team's well-being. Learn from Jenni's experience as she shares practical tips and strategies for fostering a healthy team dynamic.

Raising children is difficult. Raising children while leading in ministry is filled with so many complicated challenges. Dave & Sydney share about how to create a vision for your family and ways to make disciplining a priority in your house.

Getting everything aligned for a church-wide study takes a lot of work. Dr. Matthew Bates & Tyler Myers talk about all that went into planning and pulling off "The Gospel Percisley" study by Dr. Matthew Bates. A church-wide study is an excellent opportunity to help build community and even support staff in a powerful way. Learn how you can make church-wide studies as beneficial as possible for your church!

No one asks for restless moments. No one wants to feel irritated, unsettled, or stuck. When pressed into restless seasons in our relationships, work, or faith, we feel the hum: You can't go back, but you can't stay here. But what if restlessness is normal, healthy, and even holy? What if spiritual questions are not problems to be solved but invitations of the soul? And what if spiritual maturity inspires restlessness rather than inoculating us against it? Spiritual director Casey Tygrett joins Spirecast to upend the notion that restlessness is a sign that we must move up, move on, or move out. 📝 Register for the Spire Conference - https://spire.network/spireconference/ 📖 Pre-Order The Gift of Restlessness - https://www.caseytygrett.com/restlessness

What do the female leaders on your team need from you as their leader? Find out why it’s important to champion the women in church leadership at every level of your staff team. Kelly Dagley, Lindsey Harden, and Melissa Mashburn are launching a new track designed for Women in Church Leadership at the Spire Conference.