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: 111Oct 19, 2022
The Leader's Most Important Job
There’s no shortcut around spending time with God. Theology, visions, and strategies don't matter if you aren’t leading yourself well and personally abiding with Christ. This week, T.A. and John McGee share why our defining characteristic must be that we have been with the Savior. Listen to TA's full sermon here
Church Leadership
Episode: 110Oct 5, 2022
Finding Your Voice as a Leader
How can you develop your own God-given communication style? It's natural to mimic the voices of the leaders who inspire you. In today’s episode, Timothy "T.A." Ateek explains how to go a step farther and develop your own communication style that utilizes the way God has uniquely wired you to lead. Finding Your Voice Download
Church Leadership
Episode: 109Sep 21, 2022
Quiet Quitting?
The cultural attitude toward work has shifted—and no, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Join John McGee and Adam Tarnow for a look at how church leaders can help next-generation leaders navigate this season and continue to strive for and inspire excellence (all without compromising their values or selling their souls). Adam's new book "The Edge"
Church Leadership
Staff & Teams
Episode: 108Sep 7, 2022
Why Your Plan May Not Be Working
By the end of his story, Joseph testified to the incredible way God had worked through all his trials. But had you caught Joseph at any other point in his life—say, in the pit, in slavery, or in prison—would he have known that things were going to end up that way? This week, John McGee explores how apparent failure can be a matter of temporal vantage point, as well as possible reasons your plan might not yet have come to fruition.
Church Leadership
Church Operations
Episode: 107Aug 24, 2022
The 8 Habits of Highly Successful Managers
National Director of re|engage, Robert Green, knows a thing or two about running a team. This week’s Church Leaders podcast covers his personal management best practices, how to align your team’s goals with your church’s broader vision, and why it’s worth it to be "extra.”
Church Leadership
Episode: 106Aug 4, 2022
Productivity and Time Management Tactics
Every leader wants to help their team be productive—but what is productivity? How can we be good stewards of the time and energy God gives us? How does a Vespa scooter help John Cox keep things moving? All of this and more on today’s Church Leadership Podcast. Recommendations from this podcast: "Do More Better" by Tim Challies, "At Your Best" by Cary Nieuwhof, "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey, "The Productivity Project" by Chris Bailey, App: Coffitivity (coffee shop background noise), App: Bento (time management), App: Waterminder (water reminders), Website: https://alifeofproductivity.com/
Church Leadership
Church Operations
Episode: 105Jul 27, 2022
7 Ways to Fight Church Leadership Fatigue
Ask any church leader to summarize how they have felt over the past few years, and they will more than likely say “Tired.” Weariness decreases effectiveness and leads to burnout. On this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee shares why leaders are so tired and draws strategies for ministry longevity from 1 Kings 19.
Care & Recovery
Church Leadership
Episode: 104Jul 12, 2022
How to Change Your Church Culture
Interested in how church cultures shift over time? Want to see your own culture change or improve? On this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, Jonathan Pokluda (Lead Pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church) shares from first-hand experience how cultures change and what strategies leaders need to make that happen.
Church Leadership
Staff & Teams
Church Culture
Episode: 103Jun 1, 2022
Dealing with Discouragement and Distance
On this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, enjoy this special talk by Blake Holmes (Lead Pastor of Watermark) from the 2022 Church Leadership Conference.
Care & Recovery
Church Leadership
Episode: 102May 18, 2022
How You Should Measure Success
On this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast John McGee sits down with Timothy "TA" Ateek (Teaching Pastor at Watermark Community Church) to talk about how to measure success. Christ calls believers to measure success differently than the rest of the world. Doing so will improve your church or place of work significantly. Four Questions for Measuring Success: Have I sought the Lord fervently in prayer? Have I asked the Lord what he wants and responded with excellence? Have I invited as many people as possible to come and meet with God? Have I seen God move?
Church Leadership
Church Operations
Episode: 101Apr 19, 2022
The Art of Saying No
On this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, David Penuel and John McGee discuss the importance of saying no and why creating healthy boundaries is crucial in ministry. Being available is not the same thing as being effective. Often you will need to say no to some things in order to say yes to others. Remember to only do what only you can do. Ask often what God is calling you to do and make sure you have the time and margin to do that well. Carey Nieuwhof: "How to Say No In Leadership" Michael Hyatt: Free to Focus
Spiritual Formation
Church Leadership
Episode: 100Apr 5, 2022
Why Membership Matters
On this episode of the Church Leadership Podcast, John McGee is joined in the studio by David Penuel (Associate Pastor), Emma Dotter (Join the Journey Director), and Blake Holmes (Elder and Campus Pastor). Together, they are covering the topic of church membership and discussing why it is both biblical and useful for the local church. For an overview of Membership at Watermark Community Church, please visit our Membership Page. There you will find frequently asked questions, an overview of why membership matters, and a PDF copy of our Membership handbook. For more on Watermark's vision of membership and for other helpful church resources, please consider attending the 2022 Church Leadership Conference. More information and a sign-up can be found on the Watermark Resources site.
Discipleship
Church Leadership
