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Clergy Wellbeing Survey 2024
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Transformational Leadership
Adolescent Brain Development
Parenting In Ministry
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Emotional Support
Community Engagement
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Missionary Kids
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International Perspectives
Toxic Leadership
Pandemic's Impact On Ministry

Welcome to the official first podcast of the Centre for Effective Serving, a research and consulting organisation focused on vocational wellbeing, burnout prevention, and training. In Season 1 we are focussing on Clergy Wellbeing Down Under. In Season 2 we looked at how ministry kids locally and on the mission field are doing.In today's fast-paced and demanding world, support for those who serve... more

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The Flourishing in Ministry project began over ten years ago at the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Matt Bloom, whose wife is a pastor, led a team of researchers (including Dr. Chris Adams, Executive Director) to develop insights about clergy well-bein... more

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Dr. Victor Counted discusses the integration of positive psychology and Christian theology to understand and promote human flourishing from a faith-based perspective. Topics include Christian flourishing, spiritual maturity, attachment theory, and th... more

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Recent Guests

Barnabas Piper
Author and speaker, known for discussing the experiences of pastor's kids
Episode: The Pastor's Kid Part 2 with Barnabas Piper
Collett Smart
Clinical psychologist and author of 'They'll Be Okay, Fifteen Conversations To Help Your Child Through Troubled Times'
Episode: Episode 6: Navigating Parenting in Ministry Part 1 with Collett Smart
Tanya Crossman
Expert on Third Culture Kids and Director of Research and International Education at TCK Training
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Episode: Episode 3: The Hidden Challenges and Strengths of Third Culture Kids (TCKs) with Tanya Crossman
Marion Knell
Author and Global Mission Consultant with experience in member care and family dynamics in missionary settings.
Episode: Families On Mission: A Conversation with Author and Global Mission Consultant Marion Knell
Timothy Captain
Part of Flourish San Diego, a leadership development organization for churches and a recent PhD graduate focused on pastoral well-being.
Flourish San Diego
Episode: Health and Well-being of Pastors: Research Findings of Timothy Captain from Flourish San Diego
A.J. Mathieu
President of The Malphurs Group and host of the Church Revitalization Podcast
The Malphurs Group
Episode: "Healthy Churches Aren't a Pipe Dream" with A.J. Mathieu from The Malphurs Group
Dr. Chelsea Gill
Assistant Professor of Management at Bond Business School, Ministry spouse
Bond Business School
Episode: Advance not Retreat with Dr Chelsea Gill
Sam Sterland
Senior Researcher at the National Church Life Survey Group
NCLS Research
Episode: A Tale of 2 Surveys with Sam Sterland - NCLS Senior Researcher

Host

Valerie Ling
Clinical psychologist and host dedicated to exploring topics related to wellbeing in ministry contexts, including stress management, resilience, and the experiences of ministry families.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Thanks Valerie

    Val Ling is doing the church a great service by having these conversations with specialists in the clergy wellbeing space. Many super excellent interviews. Wonderful insights. Thank you Valerie!

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    Matt from Oz
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expert insights and practical strategies shared in episodes, emphasizing the supportive dialogues around clergy well-being and burnout prevention.
There is a strong positive reception towards the depth of topics covered and the relevance of content to personal and professional challenges faced by leaders in ministry.

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The Pastor's Kid Part 2 with Barnabas Piper
Q: What would you say to churches regarding caring for kids?
Pastors' families need prayer and support; open communication and genuine care from church members can significantly impact the wellbeing of PKs.
The Pastor's Kid Part 2 with Barnabas Piper
Q: What's one thing you'd want to leave with parents in ministry?
The Holy Spirit has your kids; focus on fostering a relationship built on love and trust without anxiety about their faith journey.
The Pastor's Kid Part 2 with Barnabas Piper
Q: What one thing would you love for a ministry kid to know?
To set aside preconceptions about faith and actively seek to understand Jesus from the Gospels, as a fresh perspective can profoundly alter their understanding.
A Tale of 2 Surveys with Sam Sterland - NCLS Senior Researcher
Q: Did you find any connections with some of the spiritual health components of church life?
Yes, ministers are struggling less with burnout in churches where there's closer walk with God and more personal devotions among their congregation.
A Tale of 2 Surveys with Sam Sterland - NCLS Senior Researcher
Q: What does it look like currently for those striving vs those in burnout?
2% of senior local church leaders are experiencing burnout, with a noted increase in those feeling exhausted but effective, suggesting more people are moving into a 'tired but fulfilled' space.

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Content focuses on the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of leaders within religious contexts, especially clergy. Episodes discuss pressures from leadership roles, the psychological impacts of ministry, and effective burnout prevention strategies. There is a significant emphasis on the unique challenges faced by ministry families and children, as various experts in psychology and leadership share insights and evidence-based practices for fostering resilience and creating supportive environments. Noteworthy themes include stress management techniques, emotional intelligence, and the importance of community support in maintaining well-being.

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1. Barnabas Piper
2. Collett Smart
3. Tanya Crossman
4. Marion Knell
5. Timothy Captain
6. A.J. Mathieu
7. Dr. Chelsea Gill
8. Sam Sterland

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