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Looking to inspire young professionals to live a high performing and purposeful life, Prashan began The Kings and Priests Podcast. However, this is more than just a podcast - this is a movement. This movement was birthed to unlock the purpose and potential that lies within young professionals, enabling them to live their lives to the fullest and impose large scale impact and change for good.
Luke is the founder of Artisti Coffee Roasters, a thriving and well known Coffee brand that was built from the ground up. Luke talks about his natural bent towards opportunism and how this has shaped his business and his life. This is an episode that you'll want to listen to more than once, and share with a friend or colleague!
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Part 2 of our laundry chair conversations and we go deep into the intersection of marriage and ministry. Join us as we get raw and vulnerable about our own journey to wholeness in our marriage!
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Exciting little episode with my wife (Prashan of course) on parenting, mothering and ministry and all the beautiful intricacies in that space.
This is a great conversation for those starting in either mothering or ministry and a look in to the journey we are on and continue to learn about.
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The future looks like it's bi-vocational! So what does this look like for the Church? What does it look like for you? Tune in to hear Prashan and Jack chat more about their experiences around bi-vocational ministry.
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It's tax time - a great time to review or reset goals, whether it's financial, relational or spiritual. Listen in to hear our thoughts on goal setting to ensure you reach your goals as planned!
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Tune in for a great conversation on making everyday purposeful and "on mission" with Dr Lois Oliver.
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Dr Lois preached a great message at Faith Family Church Coffs Harbour on using your work to reach your World. Lois has been a guest on this podcast (Ep 009) where she delves deeper into her journey of how Faith looks in her workplace. This is a great, practical message on how you can make a difference in your World.
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Sam Johnston has scaled his business from a handful of staff to 20+ staff with national coverage in a matter of a few years. Vault Removalists don't just move furniture, they create a safe environment to grieve happy endings and celebrate exciting new beginnings. Listen in to how you can use your work to not just produce but to make a lasting difference.
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Brayden is a husband, dad of young kids, business owner, and a pastor. What does it look like to be in full-time vocational ministry, experience burnout, start a business and then feel called back to vocational ministry? Tune in to this episode to find out!
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Join Prashan as he discusses 7 ways that you can start your New Year well (and biblically)!
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With the Christmas season upon us, here's a practical and theologically sound way that you can use this season to seize every opportunity to be the voice, hands and feet of Jesus.
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Join Prashan and Jack as they head into Christmas reflecting on Joy, delayed gratification and how to be an employee who can stand on scripture and be sensitive to the Spirit.
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Join the team as they dive into some strategies to build Spiritual resilience through your work this year. If you would like to be a part of the wider conversation, follow us on socials and drop us a message!
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Leading into Christmas, we know life just GETS BUSY! Join the team as they discuss what it looks like to prepare and enter with much, into a season that demands much. If you would like to be a part of the wider conversation, follow us on socials and drop us a message!
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Join us as we discuss the tension of living in a society that prioritises self-care over the care of Spirit AND the masking of exhaustion through the indulgence of caffeine.
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Join the team as they discuss the power of vulnerability in leadership circles in not only building trust, but making a greater impace. If you would like to be a part of the wider conversation, follow us on socials and drop us a message!
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Join Jack and Prashan as they talk about orthodoxy, orthopraxy and living as the created image of God. If you would like to be a part of the wider conversation, follow along on social media and drop us a DM with what we can be talking about.
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Join us as we discuss being formed in, by and through our work. If you enjoy this podcast, like it, leave us a review and share it with a friend who would like it too!
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Join Jack and Prashan as they debrief INC's 50th Anniversary Celebration and they dream about the next 50 years. If you would like to be a part of the wider conversation, follow along on social media and drop us a DM with what we can be talking about.
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What does it look like to practice thoughts that span long periods of time? How does that change your present? Looking forward to celebrating INC50, Jack and Prashan talk about looking forward and planning for the future by changing your now.
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What does it look like engaging in politics as a Jesus follower? In this episode join Prashan and Jack as they deep dive into a Christian's role in the political space.
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This week, we have a special episode to bring you! Recorded @ Highlands Church in Towoomba, with Ps Ben Thompson, Prashan talks about the importance of "developing your personal leadership" and how personal leadership shapes the leadership capacity within teams, organisations and Churches.
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What is the importance of celebrating the hights and the lows? Is there such thing as accidental discipleship?
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We chat all things AI this episode! What are it's benefits in the Church / Marketplace, where do we draw a line of morality and how do we reconcile it as Christians?
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Jack and Prashan chat about parenting well, intentional stewarship of time, talent and tithe and the healthy consumption of content that dictates how you see the world.
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Join Jack O'Brien and Prashan Thevarajah as they share their heart around the relaunch of the Kings and Priests podcast.
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Andy has been leading the charge internationally with GlobalCare for more than 15 years and in this time he has seen natural disaster, poverty and other problems that strip communities of not only materials but hope and love too. Listen in to the wisdom that comes from meeting a community where they are at, not to be the answer but to provide Jesus as the answer as they partner with the Good News and the Holy Spirit.
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Michelle began modelling from her teenage years and through her many successes within the industry, her main desire was to have a brand that embraces women of all skin tones and a brand in which one can relate with regardless of their background or economic status. This deep passion drove Michelle to sponsor the less fortunate and her desire was to eventually begin a Beauty Brand which is All Inclusive and empowering. She founded Glow By Michelle Mura in 2020. Her vision is to see a community of Women from All over the world coming together as one Sisterhood and glowing their lights in each city.
You can check out Michelle's brand and more at https://www.glowbymichellemura.com
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Dave Hukka is a Sydney based filmmaker with a passion for creating content that tells stories and impacts people. During the week he works for Mentored Media, a creative agency making everything from TV ads to podcasts. On weekends you’ll find him hanging out with amazing couples on the biggest day of their lives, capturing all the special moments with their loved ones and serving at his local church.
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Suellen Holmes, the COO of INC, a FCPA and a high capacity leader chats to us about being a female professional in male dominant areas, how men can make room for women at the table and she shares her thoughts on the huge question: "Can women have it all"?
You can connect to Suellen via Linkedin and social media and we encourage you to do so as she's someone you want to hear from!
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Thank you for tuning in for today's episode - today we chat to Sam Thompson the founder of Akta media - which is a film-making agency focused on bridging real people with real stories. At the time of recording, Sam was packing up his life to move from Brisbane Autralia to Dallas Texas to launch his Business in the United states of America. Now if you know Sam, you would agree that his work is characterized by authenticity and creativity. He experimentally explores visual and narrative storytelling, always with a human story at its core. Sam's values of authenticity and creativity are evident in all aspects of his work, making him a unique and talented artist and we get to unpack what that may look like for you in your work.
You can find Sam Thompson at @_sammythompson and you can check out his business, Akta, @ https://www.akta.media
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Paul Pantano, started his career as an award winning Aus actor who has appeared on some Aussie classics such as Water Rats, Blue Heelers and Home & Away. Since acting, Paul has started not one, but 2 cafes around Sydney's suburbs and runs a thriving business which impacts the local community. Paul is also very passionate about teaching the bible and in the time he has left, finds himself teaching on topics such as prophecy and the end times.
Find Paul at: @paulpantano and @endtimesunveiled
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We have Naa Anang, an australian athletic representative who has dedicated her life to her craft while constantly asking the question whether she can serve God wherever He takes her. On top of her training schedule, her travel schedule and her race schedule, Naa is studying to be a physiotherapist and works in a clinic as she learns the ropes.
Naa's career peaked in 2019 when she became the first athlete in 70 years to win the Australian long jump and 100m titles at the same championships. It included an extraordinary jump that elevated her to number five Australian women of all-time. Naa has had plenty of ups but has also had many downs, which we get into today, and has found herself finding some powerful ways to pull through . She's wrestled with God's faithfulness and has some great reminders and encouragements to help you get through what you may be going through today.
You can find Naa on Instagram at @ohyeahnaa
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Mitch Hammond, of IJM Australia talking to us about his experience in managing the tension between ministry in the Church and in the world. Mitch started off in youth ministry while juggling being a youth worker, he then moved into a role with YouVersion - which is the bible app that you probably use on your phone as the Australian representative in helping churches create content pre-pandemic. He has since stepped into a role with International Justice Mission - the world's largest anti-slavery organisation, and is helping educate and equip churches with the tools necessary in ending slavery for good.
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Ozzy is from the area and for the area. Representing western Sydney with passion and zeal, hear Ozzy chat about his business TRXX (trxx.com.au) creates street wear while bringing identity to young western Sydney youth. Ozzy leads the community engagement arm of FTA (https://www.instagram.com/ftaofficial__/?hl=en) and has found himself within huge organic growth of a brand that is fully built by the people. Listen to a great conversation around what he's learnt so far.
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If you don't know who Andy Gourley is Andy is the founder and director of Red Frogs Aus, a global support program that provides direct relief from alcohol and drug-related issues that are known to cause suffering and distress amongst young people. Andy was listed in American AACSB's Top 100 Influential Leaders in 2015 and is highly acclaimed for his direction and leadership not only in Red Frogs Australia but in providing strategic direction for youth ministries nationally and internationally. He readily shares his stories and principles on culture change with audiences nationally and internationally. His approach is raw and real, and he provides realistic strategies on “becoming the answer you want to see around you".
Ian Lucas is an experienced CEO and COO spending years in both the profit and not-for-profit spaces. Listen in as he tells great stories about his calling from the corporate space to the ministry space and about the times he used to provide cosmetics to the royal family. Ian has a heart for young professionals and always has time to discuss the tensions that are felt between the church and the world.
Sophie Renton is a social researcher, trends analyst and Managing Director at the internationally recognised McCrindle Research. As an experienced researcher, Sophie understands how evidence-based insights can inform strategy and help organisations to thrive amidst change.
Sophie’s passion for discovery springs from her background in education. She leads and guides a team of researchers in search of clear, strategic insights.
Listen in as we chat to her about a post-Christian culture, renewing your mind post-pandemic and more!
Ps Andrew Staggs joins us yet again for a great conversation on the anointing and how this enables us to work at a supernatural level. If you haven't heard Ps Andrew's gold on mindset, revisit season one and thank us later!
I remember the first time I walked into Proform Physiotherapy. I was met by scenes and smells that I'd never previously experienced in a health setting. I'd been working in the health sector for most of my professional life however this was different. Buzz is different, and he views health, people and the world differently. In this case, different is good.
You can follow Buzz here or find out more about Proform Physio here.
Ps Phil Campbell is an anomaly. Growing up in the movement of INC, Phil's call to ministry began early, however his journey included time spent learning business principles and outworking these to lead both volunteers and paid employees on a large scale. Phil is the senior pastor of Faith Family, a church that has four locations on the mid-north coast of NSW, Australia. With this experience in ministry and business, Phil also spends some of his time moulding the future landscape with his input on the board of national executives for INC.
This episode is a great resource for anyone struggling to transition leadership principles from business to the church!
Nathaniel Truong is one of a kind. Growing up in an environment that was far from perfect, Nathaniel moved to London for a sea-change. What ensued was more of a life change as he truly experienced the love of God. Nathaniel is a father, a leader and a successful business owner - running a mortgage brokering business that constantly looks at customer centric service.
You can find out more about Nathaniel's business, The Loan Lounge here and can connect with him via social media here.
Welcome to Season 2!
We are launching this season with a great conversation that encapsulates the Church through a pandemic. Ps Kiran Skariah is an online pastor who streams the games he plays on the world's largest streaming website, Twitch. Kiran has more than 20,000 online followers and uses this amazing reach to disciple people of all ages. Listen in to some true and tested ways you can connect and disciple someone online, all while enjoying yourself at the same time.
You can find Kiran on Instagram here and you can hear more about his ministry here.
At the time of this recording, Meg Pearce was training with the Hockeyroos Olympic Squad, hopeful to be making the trip to Japan to represent Australia at the 2021 Olympic Games. Unfortunately, Meg was not offered a position on the team however has not missed a beat in continuing to be an encouragement to all those around her. This conversation is so full of life and encouragement and is a testament to the type of leader Meg is, both in her workplace, sporting team and church circle.
Keep up to date with Meg via her Instagram and follow her journey as she continues to change the world.
Dr. Geoff Wilson is a world-class polar explorer, dynamic keynote speaker and entrepreneur. He’s living a vast and varied life split between being a family man, veterinary surgeon and expeditionist - constantly squeezing every drop out of life.
Geoff has developed an intense resilience, gathered by a lifetime of pushing his mind and body through the harshest wilderness. This steel-trap mindset has equipped him with the fervour to pursue audacious challenges all over the globe, inspiring men and women along the way to abandon the perils of complacency and discover their greater purpose.
You can find out more about Geoff here!
Episode 009 is an amazing conversation with Dr Lois Oliver, a well-renowned general practitioner currently working in Coffs Harbour, NSW. What a great time to have a conversation with a health professional, so we unpack holistic health, self-ambition and the power of serving others.
You can find out more about Dr Lois by visiting her church's website/instagram @faithfamilycoffs
Charlie Burke is a high-capacity leader who, at the time of recording this podcast, was leading Alpha Emerging Leaders Cohort - a gathering of young pastors and leaders from across Australia that transcended distance and denomination. Charlie was employed by Alpha Australia, an organisation that has helped nearly half a million Australians start a conversation around their faith. He is currently planting Oakcity Church in Blacktown and is Fresh Hope's Spiritual Leadership Catalyst.
You can find Charlie, Alpha AND Oakcity on all social media platforms!
At the age of 26, Tebo Mpanza led a thriving church in Birmingham, England - one of the youngest cities in all of Europe, before stepping out and into the start-up world, pioneering and building a movement based on brand consulting and product development.
vaabs is "forged out of a desire to bring people together" and is set to be a destination for design, lifestyle & culture. Inspired by people and places, from the townships of Durban to the streets of London, vaabs spans globally enabling individuals to share experiences and community.
Kevin Paulraj is a mindset expert, coach, entrepreneur and a keynote speaker who has coached and trained 100s of people from all walks of life on a global scale.
Drug addiction, extreme anxiety, mastering the art of sales and persuasion, getting kicked out of home, relationship breakdowns, leading and managing teams on an international level, learning the secrets of the mind and discovering truth finally lead him on the path of discovering his purpose; to open the minds of humanity to the growth, love and abundance within, so they can perform at their peak and fall in love with their lives.
Find out more about Kevin on LinkedIn, Instagram or by checking out his website here.
Mike Gore is the current CEO of Open Doors, a not-for-profit organisation that exists the help the persecuted church survive in the darkest places. 1 in 8 Christians around the world are persecuted simply because what they believe in so Mike and I have a conversation around what the church in the west can learn from those who need to fight for their faith. We also talk about how everyone's story is powerful, taking risks in business and leading high-capacity volunteers.
You can find out more about Open Doors here and can follow Mike on social media.
Jack O'Brien is the CEO of Terrace Physiotherapy and COO of Clinic Mastery, two allied health organisations aimed at improving the quality of life of people in the Newcastle region. Jack is a high-capacity leader who is intentional in developing himself so that he can continue to develop those around him. Join in on the conversation as we discuss how to add value in your business, high capacity generosity and your calling to financing The Kingdom.
You can find out more about Terrace Physiotherapy here and Clinic Mastery here.
Ps Andrew Staggs is the current Dean of the School of Ministry at Christian Heritage College and the Principal at Citipointe Ministry College who also consults to businesses and coaches individuals to bring out their full potential. Join in on the conversation as we discuss the tension between the church and our workplace, becoming more effective and how higher theological education can benefit everyone.
You can find out more about CHC at chc.edu.au
You can contact Ps Andrew Staggs at his website http://www.andrewstaggs.com
Episode 002 with Stacey Tarrant is EVERYTHING Leadership!
Stacey is an amazing leader of leaders who has exemplified her passion for leadership by creating a leadership development model called Verv.
We talk about the upsides of being made redundant, leadership development frameworks and whether you are a leader!
You can find out more information about Verv at www.vervleadership.com.au
Welcome to episode one of the Kings and Priests podcast! In this episode we hear from Ps Miles Paludan, the current location pastor of Elevation Church in Castle Hill (https://elevationchurch.com.au/hills/) as he discusses his time running a business before being called to the church. We also unpack the "Kings and Priests" model - a powerful, symbiotic relationship created to work between those called to ministry in the church and those called to ministry in the marketplace, that builds the influence of Jesus through the church and in the world.