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Leading Second Podcast

Brandon Stewart
Second Chair Leadership
Leadership
Church Leadership
Leadership Development
Discipleship
Elevation Church
Church Growth
Faithfulness
Ministry
Social Media
Self-Awareness
Artificial Intelligence
Coaching
Team Culture
Pastoral Care
Biblical Worldview
Team Church One Day
Alignment
Pulpit AI
Local Church

A monthly podcast to help church leaders thrive in the second chair. Leading Second exists to equip local churches everywhere to raise up UNCOMMON leaders. In a culture that often celebrates individual achievement and being on top, Leading Second is here to raise up the kind of leaders every pastor would kill to have on the team. Leaders who are all-in, heart and soul for Jesus, His Church, and th... more

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In this episode, Brandon Stewart, along with Dillon and Leydanis Ritchie (CoastLife Church, Venice, FL), discusses the importance of having a personal team. We are all invited to ask the hard question for each of us: Are there people in our lives who... more

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As Second Chair Leaders, we have to be realistic about our strategy and where we stand in the world today. Brandon discusses the importance of leading in the "negative world” we find ourselves in today.

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What if the seat we occupy in ministry is not a stepping stone to something greater, but is itself the place of greatest significance? Brandon Stewart walks us through the heart of Leading Second and the renewed vision of the ministry going forward. more

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Brandon sits down with Jody Franke (Keystone Church, Keller, TX) to explore what it means to serve faithfully in ministry without letting ambition cloud our calling. Reminding us that true ministry begins, not with titles or positions, but with a sim... more

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Marcus Mecham
Pastor, Seven Hills Church
Seven Hills Church
Episode: Second Chair is Not Second Class ft. Brandon Stewart | Ep. 224
Roger Stanton
Pastor, Champion Center, Seattle area
Champion Center
Episode: When Leaders Need Care ft. Roger & Sarah Stanton | Ep. 222
Sarah Stanton
Pastor/ counselor partner with Roger in leadership care
Champion Center
Episode: When Leaders Need Care ft. Roger & Sarah Stanton | Ep. 222
Matt Martin
Involved with NorthRock Church, a key contributor to the conversation.
NorthRock Church
Episode: Lead It Like You Own It ft. Brandon Stewart | Ep. 219
Jon Hatto
Part of Hillsong Toronto, contributes to discussions on leadership.
Hillsong Canada
Episode: Lead It Like You Own It ft. Brandon Stewart | Ep. 219
Pastor Larry Brey
Special guest and member of the Leading Second Coaching Team.
Episode: The Six Enemies of Ownership (Part 1) ft. L2 Coaching Team | Ep. 217
Dr. Christopher Palmer
Educator and church leader with extensive experience in ministry
Southeastern University
Episode: The Leader God Can Use ft. Dr. Christopher Palmer | Ep. 216
Kevin Gerald
Pastor and author
Champion Center
Episode: It Takes a Team ft. Kevin Gerald | Ep. 214
Charlotte Gamble
Author and pastor
Episode: It Takes a Team ft. Kevin Gerald | Ep. 214

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Brandon Stewart
Host of Leading Second Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Great information

    I had a question could find where to submit. Long story short. After a 2nd chair leader steps down due to whatever issue. Fast forward years later. How does this 2nd chair leader step back in to leadership. I know that we have to pray about it but what’s the next step? Thanks. God bless all of you!

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    5
    Cortalo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Incredible

    Life changing ministry for anyone leading second. Every episode saves me an entire lesson i would’ve had to learn on my own.

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    5
    Jbleil1
    United States4 years ago
  • Gold

    Paradigm changing stuff right here

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    5
    TheGlobalCitizen
    United States6 years ago
  • Leading SECOND

    Are you looking for a podcast that will speak truth, give direction, speak purpose in your life? Brandon has a way of asking the right questions, pulling out the right words with guest that will move you forward along with your team. In leading along side my husband, we are thankful for this podcast and continually to encourage our team to not miss an episode.

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    5
    Championshe
    United States7 years ago
  • Fantastic 🤯mind blown

    So helpful

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    5
    the dictiple
    Canada7 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, actionable leadership tools tailored for second-chair roles.
Guests and topics are described as authentic, biblically grounded, and focused on ownership over titles.
The show is repeatedly highlighted as a timely, niche resource for church leadership teams.

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Lead It Like You Own It ft. Brandon Stewart | Ep. 219
Q: What do you hope the book will achieve?
The hope is that it serves as a tool to raise up leaders in local churches everywhere, and that it encourages ownership within church teams.
Lead It Like You Own It ft. Brandon Stewart | Ep. 219
Q: What was the motivating factor for writing this book?
The motivating factor was to raise up leaders for the kingdom of God and provide a resource to help new leaders feel empowered in ministry.
Leading in Your Grace Zone ft. Julian Lowe | Ep. 215
Q: What would you say to the person who's striving for another role?
Focus on dying to self and burying ambitions for personal glory. True growth comes from serving and investing in others rather than seeking recognition or promotion.
Leading in Your Grace Zone ft. Julian Lowe | Ep. 215
Q: How do we decipher between a lack of grace and a lack of effort?
It's important to assess if effort is being applied. If someone isn't performing, help them reflect on their commitment and effort level towards their role.
Leading in Your Grace Zone ft. Julian Lowe | Ep. 215
Q: How do you see it as a pastor? I mean, when you're looking at your team, does it feel like there's a different grace and a different need for every role, for every hat on the team, so to speak?
Each role has distinct challenges, and noticing when someone is not in their grace zone is crucial to prevent damage to the organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leading Second Podcast

What is Leading Second Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on leadership from the middle, specifically second-chair pastors and ministry leaders. Across episodes, listeners hear practical guidance on ownership, team culture, and care for leaders, with guests ranging from pastors and church leaders to authors and coaching professionals. The conversation frequently blends biblical insights with real-world leadership challenges, including burnout, relational dynamics between senior and junior leaders, and strategies for building healthy ministry teams. A notable strength is the emphasis on ownership and accountability rather than titles, plus a consistent focus on practical tools that listeners can apply weekly. The format often mixes story, framework from a book or concept, and acti... more

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1. Marcus Mecham
2. Roger Stanton
3. Sarah Stanton
4. Matt Martin
5. Jon Hatto
6. Pastor Larry Brey
7. Dr. Christopher Palmer
8. Kevin Gerald

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