
Many of us have experienced the sting of losing a job. But there’s something uniquely challenging about leaving a position in full-time vocational ministry. Whether you’re stepping down from a church or leaving a kingdom nonprofit, it’s not as simple as just changing jobs. Suddenly, everything changes. You’re left navigating not just a career transition, but also a profound shift in identity, comm... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 85 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||

Succession is one of the most important moments in the life of a ministry.
And one of the most misunderstood.
After decades working with leading Christian organizations, Steve Woodworth has watched leadership transitions unfold from behind the scen... more
Leadership often looks clear in hindsight, but confusing in the moment.
For Tami Heim, the journey into leadership began with a dramatic shift in ambition. Just days after graduating college, she surrendered her plans to follow Christ, stepping into... more
There’s a kind of grief that doesn’t come with a clear loss. No funeral. No ending. Just the quiet ache of something that never came to be. For many in ministry, this kind of grief goes unnamed and unaddressed.
Drew Hensley calls it “invisible grief... more
Many ministry leaders begin their journey with a genuine desire to serve. But somewhere along the way, leadership can quietly become something else.
Platforms grow. Expectations rise. Applause becomes affirmation. And before long, influence begins t... more
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This is a topic that too few people are speaking into. Really grateful for Matt and his help to others in the transition process.
Thank you for shining a light on this subject. My husband has worked at 2 churches and he has had similar experiences of hurt. Thankful the Lord is still good and faithful!
This podcast is soo good. Marilee and Matt do a terrific job of speaking to life after ministry. Both from their own perspective but also as they interview and talk with others. Heartfelt, sincere and genuine. The world needs this podcast! Thank you for doing this.
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This show centers on the transition out of vocational ministry and the identity, community, and career questions that follow. Across episodes, listeners hear personal stories of burnout, crisis, and reinvention, with guests who share practical paths like starting new ventures, building supportive communities, and integrating faith into post-ministry work. The conversations frequently stress vulnerability, accountability, and mental well-being, paired with actionable strategies for navigating uncertainty, planning succession or exit, and redefining purpose beyond church roles. A standout is the consistent focus on belonging—finding or creating peer networks and spiritual practices that help people move forward with intention rather than fear... more
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Recent guests on Life After Ministry include:
1. Steve Woodworth
2. Tami Heim
3. Drew Hensley
4. Eric Reid
5. Doug Bullock
6. Don Ross
7. Curt Swindoll
8. Chuck Proudfit
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