The Giving Leader Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Giving Leader
Phil Ling is joined by dynamic leaders for practical insights to empower leaders & fuel their visions at the intersection of Leadership & Generosity.
The Garden Church is on a mission to bring hope to a dark world. Welcome to a brand new season of The Giving Leader Podcast featuring conversations with innovative leaders. Nolan and Lindsey Tjaden moved from Portland to Phoenix to plant The Garden with their three kids. The Garden is reaching hundreds of young adults and attracting hundreds more each week with a dynamic social media strategy (no they aren't targeting your parents on Facebook). Nolan joins Phil Ling for a conversation about leading and planting growing churches in 2024, the importance of building strong partnerships and leveraging available tools to reach our communities. Learn more about The Garden Church at https://www.thegardenaz.com/
How did a family vacation to visit national parks result in Jeff McCullough founding Hello Saints- a YouTube channel with 4 million views and growing? How did the decision to uproot his life in Michigan lead Dave Elshaugh to Loving Utah? How do we discuss similarities and differences in faith with truth and love? Lean in for a conversation about ministry in Utah and around the world as host Phil Ling is joined by Dave Elshaug and Jeff McCullough to discuss their unique ministries and leadership contexts.
Alan Keck- Candidate for Governor in Kentucky, CEO, Mayor of one of the largest tourism destinations in the Ohio Valley and certified MLB Player Agent- joins the conversation with Phil Ling to discuss faith, leadership, values and making a difference in your world.
Who inspires him most as a leader?
Why is he running for Governor?
How do you navigate the minefield of politics as a person of faith?
This episode is brought to you by The Giving Church. The Giving Church has helped more than 1000 faith-based non-profits raise over a billion dollars and strengthen their leadership. Need to raise funds to fuel your vision? Visit www.thegivingchurch.com for more information.
Matt Jones- ESPN Radio Host, Founder and Host of Kentucky Sports Radio with 40 affiliates, Co-Owner of OVW Wrestling and New York Times Bestselling Author- joins the podcast for a conversation with Phil Ling to discuss leadership, chasing your dream, and starting from scratch.
This episode is sponsored by Players Box. Players Box is designed to help students combat pressure and stress in Academics, Arts and Athletics. Students learn interactive ways to deal with pressure and how they can enjoy the process of pursuing excellence while strengthening their mental health. For more information about Players Box, visit Players Box | Initiative of Southbrook Christian Church
We've all heard the story- a strong traditional church tries new methods and goes up in smoke when everyone decides that they hate each other. But what if it is possible to Lead Through Change in a loving way that honors God and succeeds in strengthening the church?
Rick Grover has served as Lead Pastor at E91- a historic church in Indianapolis since 2012, in which he has led through change that has brought incredible new life while embracing the legacy of those before him and continuing the mission of the church into the future.
Join the conversation as Rick joins Phil Ling to discuss the challenges and opportunities of Leading Through Change.
As we emerge from the pandemic and face a seemingly new variant each month- where do we go from here as leaders? How do we continue to lead ministries that matter nearly two years later?
Join in as Mark Johnston joins Phil Ling for a practical and tactical discussion on leadership, the church, emerging from the pandemic and growing again. Mark is the Founder and Lead Pastor of The Journey- a multi campus church in Delaware fueled by a passion to reach unchurched people. In addition to his role with The Journey, Mark partners with the Association of Related Churches to coach pastors and leaders nationwide.
Are you paying your staff enough? Dave Miller has been a part of nearly a THOUSAND church staffing interviews. Join us as he answers that question and 4 others that are holding you back from building a dynamic team for your ministry. To learn more about Dave Miller & Leadership Pathway visit https://leadershippathway.org/generosity
What happens when a husband and wife are gripped by a Kingdom vision in their unique context? Join Phil Ling for a conversation with Larry and Kendra Kaufman. Discover Grace Church- a dynamic growing multi-campus church in the heart of rural northeast Ohio. Journey to the idyllic Hillside Inn- a peaceful refuge for pastors and a beautiful destination point for travelers used to fuel ministry.
Finally- learn about 58:12 Global- a faith-based, non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide rescue, shelter and hope to women and children that has grown from a safe house in Holmes County, OH, to Pattaya, Thailand, Leogane, Haiti, and more! Lean in to this incredible conversation and be inspired by what God is doing through this incredible team in northeast Ohio and what He can do through you!
Join in as Rick Rusaw, bestselling author of The Externally Focused Church, joins Phil for a conversation to dissect ministry and leadership as we emerge to a post-pandemic world.
Rick Rusaw served as the Lead Pastor at LifeBridge Christian Church in Longmont, Colorado, for over 25 years, seeing the church’s attendance grow to more than 5,000 across three campuses. His passion for the church’s engaging and serving its communities have been at the heart of not only leading LifeBridge but also assisting churches worldwide to see beyond themselves. LifeBridge has found effective ways to partner in their community, providing foster care, mentoring at-risk kids, and serving the underserved. Rick's best-selling books have helped thousands of churches leverage their potential to impact their communities.
What happens when the passion of Mother Theresa intersects with the start-up power of Mark Cuban? Listen in as Bill Woolsey joins Phil for a conversation about empowering leaders to chase their dreams.
Bill is the President and Founder of FiveTwo Network, a network that equips leaders to launch a variety of sustainable start-ups that reach people for Jesus. In 1997, Bill and his family planted CrossPoint Community Church, a multi-site church outside of Houston that led his denomination in growth for the most of the 2000s- scaling from 7 to 1600 families.
Over the past decade, Bill and his team have been able to help produce new and renewed churches, homeless shelters, mobile medical clinics, mobile food ministries to underserved communities, sports ministries, preschools, single mothers' groups, recovery ministries, coffee shops and more- all of them loving their community in incredible ways.
Bill specializes in helping ministries and non-profits learn how to create, build, and fund a successful venture - from start to launch - in just 60 days.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death in students. Suicide and Depression increased by 60% between 2007 and 2018 (USA TODAY) and then 30% from that point through the COVID year. How are we addressing mental health in our churches? How are we providing real hope for our NextGen ministries? Charlie McMahan, Pastor of SouthBrook Christian Church and Founder of PlayersBox, joins Phil Ling for a revolutionary discussion about the reality of mental health issues and saving our students by identifying pressure points and offering hope in the storm.
Don Wilson joins Phil for an engaging conversation about leadership in a post-pandemic world. Don and his wife Sue started Christ's Church of the Valley (CCV) in the Phoenix area from their living room in 1982. Under his leadership, CCV grew to over 27,000 in weekly attendance at 8 campus locations and over 300 staff members in 2017 before Don transitioned to lead Accelerate Group. Don has worked with over 7,000 leaders. What challenges remain for church leaders? What opportunities for ministry are emerging as the world opens back up? Don't miss the launch to Season 3 and the Podcast downloaded by nearly 20,000 church leaders like you!
Churches across the country are asking the same questions- When should we reopen? How should we reopen? What will it look like when we reopen?
Jon Weece leads Southland Christian Church, a community of 14,000 in Central Kentucky. Southland made a calculated decision to reopen. Lean in for a discussion about why they reopened, the discussions leading to that decision and what things look like now they are reopened as Jon joins Phil Ling on this week’s episode.
Phil Cooke has produced award winning TV and Film Programming in more than 60 countries. In the process he has been shot at, survived two military coups, fallen out of a helicopter, and in Africa, been threatened with prison. During that time- through his company Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles- he's helped some of the largest Christian and non-profit organizations in the world use the media to tell their story in a changing, disrupting culture. He's appeared on NBC, MSNBC, CNN, FOX News, CNBC, NY Times, LA Times, Wall Street Journal and more. What does Phil Cooke have to say about your online platforms during the COVID-19 shutdowns? What does he see for the future of church? Lean in for a great conversation between Phil Cooke and Phil Ling.
With a 25 year career in the military, Jeff McDaniel helped launch over 1,000 churches and baptize over 10,000 people in West Africa. His passion for personal discipleship is inspiring to leaders and Christians in all walks of life. Lean in as he shares incredible experiences of sharing the hope of Jesus in predominantly Muslim societies and how you can apply it to your ministry today!
What's next? What does reopening mean for my church? What about the tension between reopening and a re-emerging medical threat? How will ministry change?
In 2008, Russ Fendley was asked by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and National Institute of Health (NIH) to participate in a national healthcare war game in Washington D.C., to recognize the needed response to a viral epidemic entering the country and the strategies necessary to combat the impact on our healthcare delivery system, economy and national security. Russ has over 30 years of experience in healthcare running hospitals, managed care organizations and as the Medicaid Commissioner for Kentucky. He is a Fellow with the National Governors Association and advises policy decisions nationwide. Lean in for an important conversation for your organization between Leadership Coach, Phil Ling, and Special Guest, Russ Fendley. No political agendas or spin. Just real dialogue.
One Ohio church's amazing response to the COVID-19 crisis. Lean in as Shawn Case, Executive Pastor of SouthBrook Christian Church in the Dayton, OH, area, joins Phil Ling to discuss ministry in the pandemic with sights on post-pandemic culture.
Andy Wood planted and leads Echo Church, a multi-campus church reaching Silicon Valley. As the COVID-19 Crisis took off- the area was the epicenter for California cases and one of the first to Shelter In Place in the United States. Lean in as Andy discusses the Echo Church journey and what is happening through the crisis with Phil Ling.
Does my church qualify for federal aid from the CARES (Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security) Act? Yes! Your church qualifies for aid that can be used for payroll, mortgage, utility and lease payments. Lean in as Tim Cooper joins Phil Ling to discuss the details and what your church should do today before it is too late!
Will this last forever? What's next? Are the numbers real? What should we do for our families and organizations? In 2008, Russ Fendley was asked by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and National Institute of Health (NIH) to participate in a national healthcare war game in Washington D.C., to recognize the needed response to a viral epidemic entering the country and the strategies necessary to combat the impact on our healthcare delivery system, economy and national security. Russ has over 30 years of experience in healthcare running hospitals, managed care organizations and as the Medicaid Commissioner for Kentucky. He is a Fellow with the National Governors Association and advises policy decisions nationwide. Lean in for an important conversation for your organization between Leadership Coach, Phil Ling, and Special Guest, Russ Fendley. No political agendas or spin. Just real dialogue.
Join Phil Ling as he reflects on the best ways churches around the country are reaching their communities in the midst of the crisis. How can we display Fearless Leadership in Fearful Times? Don't miss the opportunity to BE the CHURCH to your community! Lean in for 8 practical things your ministry should be doing today!
How do we lead during this fearful time? Everyone has been impacted- old/young, male/female, rich/poor, employer/employee, Republicans/Democrats. The sports and entertainment worlds have been turned upside down and brought to a sudden stop. Churches are trying to find ways to exist for the potential of weeks or months without meeting. How does the CHURCH respond to COVID-19? How can we exhibit FEARLESS LEADERSHIP in FEARFUL TIMES? Join Phil Ling and guest, Brett Andrews, Lead Minister of New Life Christian Church near Washington D.C. to discuss FEARLESS LEADERSHIP in FEARFUL TIMES.
Season 2 is here with a dynamic conversation on leadership, church and chasing big dreams, as Generosity & Leadership Coach Phil Ling is joined by Joshua Gagnon- the founding and Lead Pastor of Next Level Church and author of It's Not Over: Leaving Behind Disappointment and Learning to Dream Again (Thomas Nelson). Next Level Church has 10 locations in New Hampshire and Florida with more launching in 2020 that started with 30 people and has grown to nearly 5,000. Outreach Magazine named Next Level the 8th fastest growing church in America. His book, It's Not Over, was released February 25, 2020.
Dave Elshaug served on staff at K2 the Church in Salt Lake City, Utah, for over a decade. As Executive Pastor he saw firsthand the challenges that evangelical Christian churches faced in the predominantly LDS/Mormon culture and helped found LOVING UTAH (lovingutah.org). Loving Utah exists for every leader, pastor, and planter who wants to make a Kingdom impact in one of the most challenging leadership contexts for any church leader in the country. Lean in and learn more about the challenge of Utah, loving those from the LDS background and how you can be a part of a movement of God today as Dave joins Phil for an important conversation.
Greg Nettle joins Phil for a look inside leadership, church planting and God's calling to provide for children- spiritually and physically. Greg has a God-given passion for The Church and its responsibility to plant new churches … churches specifically designed to reach out to children at physical and spiritual risk. For 25 years, Greg served as visionary leader of the RiverTree Movement in Ohio. During that time the church grew from 100 to more than 3,000 people, from 1 to 4 campuses, helped plant 15 churches throughout Ohio and 13 in Latin America, sponsored more than 2,000 children with Compassion International and involved more than 200 families in adoption. Greg has co-authored three books: Small Matters, in collaboration with Compassion International President Jimmy Mellado, One Of and Disciples Who Make Disciples. Lean in and be inspired by the discussion!
In 1994, Dave Jane moved to central Illinois from England to pioneer a missions program. His plans to return to England after a few years changed when he met Kasey, who grew up in Washington. In 2013, they planted Connect Church. In those 6 years Connect Church has reached their community through a devastating tornado outbreak and massive fire while experiencing amazing growth. At the same time they journeyed through an amazing process from losing a bid for a big box store at an auction to a Grand Opening in the same space with 50% growth. Lean in for a wild ride of leadership and church planting as Dave joins Phil on this week's episode.
A $10 Million purchase of a beer distribution plant to engage a half million people a year during the week and set-up/tear down for church every weekend. A thriving church planted in a challenging context. A mission to plant over 265 churches. Brett Andrews and New Life Christian Church had a vision for the Washington DC/Northern Virginia Metro area and continue to engage their community and beyond. Join the conversation as Brett joins Phil for a discussion that will inspire your leadership.
For more about the amazing vision and community engagement of New Life Christian Church, read this great article in the Washington Post.
Dave Miller saw a vacuum between available leaders and what churches were looking to hire. He founded Leadership Pathway to help solve the equation as an alternative approach to traditional leadership training. Lean in this week as Dave joins Phil to discuss what it looks like to reimagine leadership development & education.
Grant Skeldon is shaping the conversation on millennials for church leaders, parents and employers. His best-selling book, The Passion Generation, hit #1 on Amazon in multiple categories. Lean in to join the conversation as Grant joins Phil to discuss pushing past the labels and misconceptions of the Millennial Generation to uniting the most cause oriented generation in history.
Bob Russell joins Phil for a transparent conversation of what he would do differently and still do the same after 50 years of ministry and growing Southeast Christian Church (Louisville, KY) from a church of 120 to nearly 20,000 before his retirement. Lean in for wisdom and reflection on this special episode of The Giving Leader.
For more information about The Giving Church and raising funds to fuel the vision of your church, visit www.thegivingchurch.com
How did a chemist become a pastor and lead a church from 50 to 4,000 in a little over a decade? Lean in as Phil is joined by Keith Minier who serves as Lead Pastor at Grace Fellowship Church, a church of 4,000 with multiple locations in the greater Columbus, OH, area. Keith's combination of energy, strategic leadership and desire to learn will inspire you in your leadership.
How do you lead when you hurt? How do you lead when your family hurts? What happens when tragedy intersects your church and community?
Lean in for Part 2 of a powerful interview with Phil's guest, Dwight Mason, who shares an emotional story of leading through tragedy and practical insights for when you face that day.
Phil Ling is joined by Dwight Mason, the Lead Pastor of NewPointe Community Church in Northeast Ohio since 1985. NewPointe is a thriving and growing group of more than 4,000 people across multiple locations in Northeast Ohio. Over the next two episodes Phil and Dwight have a raw conversation about ministry in rural settings and the challenges of leading in a rural context. Lean in for an emotional and encouraging conversation on leadership.
Leadership & Generosity Coach, Phil Ling, is joined by Dr. Jeff Bogue, the Senior Pastor of Grace Church of Greater Akron since 1993. Grace Church is a church of over 8,000 people in 8 different campus locations throughout Northeast Ohio and North Georgia- with a truly unique approach to multiplication and campus growth. Don't miss this week's episode as Phil and Jeff discuss what it means to multiply your leadership.
Leadership & Generosity Coach, Phil Ling, is joined by Charlie McMahan, Lead Catalyzer of SouthBrook Christian Church, a gathering of over 5,000 in the Dayton OH metro area. Lean in as Charlie shares insights from leading this dynamic, creative and energetic church since 1992. Produced by The Giving Church. For more information, visit thegivingchurch.com
Welcome to The Giving Leader Podcast- a weekly Podcast where Leadership & Generosity Coach Phil Ling is joined by dynamic leaders for practical insights to empower leaders & fuel their visions! A pastor, communicator, author, former VP of INJOY Stewardship Services with John C. Maxwell, former VP of Billy Graham Evangelical Association, and Founder of The Giving Church Consulting Group- Phil Ling has personally coached nearly 1,000 churches in leadership & generosity. For additional information, visit thegivingchurch.com