Hosted by John McGee, Senior Director of Watermark Resources, the Church Leadership Podcast discusses relevant topics for church leaders to encourage and equip them for ministry at their own churches.
Episode: 63Mar 2, 2020
How We Think About Church Budgeting
Brett Billman (former Watermark Director of Finance) joins Adam and John in the studio to talk about church budgets and financial stewardship. And this isn't just a topic for accountants. Brett shares practical information relevant to every church leader.
Church Leadership
Church Operations
Episode: 62Feb 17, 2020
Communicating with Clarity
Adam and John discuss one of the most important skills a leader can develop: communicating with clarity. Clarity inspires change and motivates a team to take action.
Church Leadership
Teaching & Theology
Episode: 61Feb 3, 2020
Contrarian Leadership
There is no playbook for leadership. Leaders face a continuously changing environment that sometimes requires decisions that might seem unusual. In this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, Adam and John listen back on an interview with Todd Wagner at CLC 2018. He shares stories of when unconventional thinking helped him solve complex leadership problems.
Church Leadership
Episode: 60Jan 20, 2020
Responding to Criticism
Simply put, if you do not learn how to handle criticism, you will not remain a leader for long. Todd Wagner, Adam, and John discuss what it looks like to respond to criticism well.
Care & Recovery
Spiritual Formation
Church Leadership
Episode: 59Jan 6, 2020
The Leadership X-Factor
Why is it that some organizations completely transform after a change in leadership? What is it that truly makes leaders stand out and instill confidence and trust? In today's episode, Adam and John discuss the leadership "X-Factor" and put practical terminology to this somewhat intangible concept. Ultimately, while God looks at heart, people inevitably look at outward appearance.
Church Leadership
Episode: 58Dec 23, 2019
Our Favorite Things in 2019
As 2019 comes to a close, Adam and John talk about their favorite books, tweets, documentaries, and stories of the past year. Listen in for some excellent recommendations and helpful leadership principles. This is much more than just a list of favorites.
Church Leadership
Episode: 57Dec 9, 2019
Leading Teenagers
David Penuel (Associate Pastor and long-standing Watermark Student Ministry leader) and Rebe Long (formerly staff on Watermark's Student Ministries team) join John and Adam in the studio today to talk about leading teenagers. They provide 3 practical principles for success in youth ministry.
Church Leadership
Next Generation
Episode: 56Nov 25, 2019
A Leader's First 90 Days
Beginning a new role is often an overwhelming process. But it doesn't have to be. Blake Holmes (Watermark Elder and Campus Pastor) joins Adam and John once again to talk about a leader's first 90 days. Whether you are starting a new job, were just promoted to a new role, or have been faithfully serving in the same place for decades, listen in to these 5 practical principles.
Church Leadership
Episode: 55Nov 11, 2019
Leadership Best Practices We Are Currently Trying
In this episode, Blake Holmes (Watermark Elder and Campus Pastor) joins Adam and John to talk about leadership best practices. Each of them comes to the table with something new they are currently implementing. What about you? What are you currently trying?
Church Leadership
Episode: 54Oct 28, 2019
The Key to Focusing on the Right Things
On today's Church Leadership Podcast, Adam and John discuss how to stay focused on the right things. Understanding the difference between "goals" and "desires" is a crucial skill for every leader. Listen in as Adam provides us with a simple and practical framework that starts with folding a piece of paper in half.
Church Leadership
Episode: 53Oct 14, 2019
How to Be All In
John and Adam are in the studio today talking about engagement. Listen in for practical advice on communicating you are "all in" on the mission of your organization.
Church Leadership
Episode: 52Sep 30, 2019
Church Discipline
Todd Wagner joins Adam and John in the studio to discuss church discipline. Care and correction is absolutely core to shepherding God's people. Church leaders must be willing to step into these situations with courage and compassion. Listen in for practical insights on what church discipline should look like.
Church Leadership
Teaching & Theology
