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Pivot Podcast

Faith+Lead
Community Engagement
Discipleship
Part-Time Clergy Leadership
Bivocational Ministry
Lay Leadership
Spiritual Formation
Covid-19
Spiritual Practices
Church Leadership
Lutheran Church Of Peace
Church Vitality
Transformation
Empowerment
Maplewood, Minnesota
Coaching
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Lay Ministry
Matthew 28
Rural Ministry
Spiritual Renewal

Over the past few years, church leaders have been forced to respond to several global crises in the blink of an eye. In a moment with little information and lots of uncertainty, churches reinvented nearly every aspect of church. Season 5 of the Pivot podcast explores the changing landscape of the church. Our co-hosts will dig into difficult questions that faith leaders are asking now, and provide ... more

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Discover how to read the financial parables of Jesus Christ with fresh eyes in this conversation with Dr. Keith Bodner, author of "Exploring the Financial Parables of Jesus." Keith shares how a moment of panic in the pulpit led him to rediscover the ... more

In November 2020, amid a pandemic and national racial reckoning, two congregations in Des Moines made a bold decision to merge. Hope Des Moines, a primarily white Lutheran church, and Elim Christian Fellowship, a historically Black church, became Hop... more

Pastoral care for pastors takes center stage in this special Christmas reflection as Steve Thomason offers church leaders a rare gift during the busiest season of the year: permission to let go of perfect. If you've been working nonstop since Septemb... more

AI and church leadership are colliding in ways that demand theological clarity. Dr. Paul Hoffman, author of AI Shepherds and Electric Sheep, joins hosts Terri Elton and Dwight Zscheile to offer a framework for discernment: How might artificial intell... more

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Recent Guests

Keith Bodner
Author of Exploring the Financial Parables of Jesus
Episode: What Happens When Familiarity Wears Off the Edge
Brian Brown
Pastor at Hope Elim Church
Hope Elim Church
Episode: Two Pastors, One Vision, and a Merger That Changed Everything
Dr. Paul Hoffman
Director of the Pre-Ministerial Scholars Program and Associate Professor in Biblical and Religious Studies
Samford University
Episode: What Does AI Mean for the Church? A Conversation with Dr. Paul Hoffman
Wes Granberg-Michaelson
Former church leader with over five decades of experience and author
Episode: The Pain You Don't Name, You Transmit to Others
Ed Olsworth-Peter
Co-editor of The Starter's Way and guest from the UK
Episode: Church Planting Without a Template: The Starter's Way
Kristina Frugé
Leader of the Riverside Innovation Hub at Augsburg University and co-author of 'Hungry for Hope, Letters to the Church from Young Adults'
Augsburg University
Episode: Why Young Adults Aren't Necessarily Leaving Faith (And What They're Actually Looking For)
Dr. Cody Sanders
Associate Professor of Congregational and Community Care Leadership at Luther Seminary and author of Spiritual Care First Aid
Luther Seminary
Episode: When Mental Health Ministry Becomes Everyone's Work
Scott Johnson
Bishop of the Nebraska Synod of the ELCA
ELCA
Episode: A Regional Church System Cultivates Faithful Innovation
Timothy Siburg
Deacon and Innovation Director at the Nebraska Synod of the ELCA
ELCA
Episode: A Regional Church System Cultivates Faithful Innovation

Hosts

Terri Elton
Co-host, engaging in deep conversations about church leadership and innovation.
Dwight Zscheile
Co-host, offering insights on faith leadership and cultural shifts within the church.
Alicia Granholm
Co-host, contributing perspectives on community engagement and church practices.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • What leaders need

    The interviews are powerfully thought provoking and insightful. They are timely for this time in the church and in the world. I always come away with something meaningful. And always looking forward to the next one! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rev. Ell
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thought-provoking

    Moving and helpful conversations that make me feel less alone in ministry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HelloPastor
    United States6 years ago

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What Happens When Familiarity Wears Off the Edge
Q: What should leaders consider when preaching these parables?
Leaders should explore the deeper implications of the parables, aligning their teachings with the complexities of financial life and contemporary issues.
What Happens When Familiarity Wears Off the Edge
Q: Can you elaborate on the parable of the Vineyard Workers?
This parable illustrates God's grace, showing that all workers receive the same reward despite their different levels of effort, challenging traditional views of fairness.
What Happens When Familiarity Wears Off the Edge
Q: What does the economy of grace mean and how does it differ from the economic assumptions most bring?
The economy of grace contrasts God's generosity with normal economic principles, challenging assumptions about merit and entitlement.
Two Pastors, One Vision, and a Merger That Changed Everything
Q: What would you say to a leader who's drawn to this kind of work of deep community and reconciliation?
I would say that it begins from relationships and trust between leaders and requires courage, resilience, and a clear vision.
Two Pastors, One Vision, and a Merger That Changed Everything
Q: What does worship look like if you've got a mixed population?
Worship incorporates a blend of gospel, hymns, and contemporary Christian music, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the congregation.

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This podcast offers insightful discussions aimed at church leaders navigating significant changes and challenges in today's world. Each episode addresses pressing questions about faith, leadership, and community, focusing on the evolving dynamics within religious institutions. Topics range from the implications of artificial intelligence on church practices to the emotional wellbeing of leaders and innovative approaches to church planting. Listeners can expect a blend of expert insights and practical advice, effectively bridging the gap between spiritual leadership and contemporary societal shifts.

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