
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
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 239 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Religion & Spirituality | |||

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
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.
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
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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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!
Life changing ministry for anyone leading second. Every episode saves me an entire lesson i would’ve had to learn on my own.
Paradigm changing stuff right here
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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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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Recent guests on Leading Second Podcast include:
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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