Best Dr. Kevin Reed Podcasts (2025)

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Where There is Good, There is God with Rev. Dr. Amy Butler and Rev. Katie Kenyon 40:26

21h ago40:26

40:26

We’re kicking off Season 14 of The Igniting Imagination podcast with a powerful conversation at the intersection of faith and community transformation. Rev. Lisa Greenwood and Rev. Pastor Amy Butler sit down with Rev. Katie Kenyon, the heart behind Village Green RVA, to talk about what it looks like when churches step beyond their traditional walls…

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Tribute to Coach K with Dr. Joe Martin - Episode 28 44:49

2M ago44:49

44:49

March 28, 2025 - Today we sat down with Dr. Joe Martin. Coach K was on more episodes of Dr. Joe's podcast, Real Men Connect. We will talk about the influence that Coach K had on Dr. Joe and how he still uses the life lessons that was learned through the friendship and mentoring from Coach.

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Discovering a Bigger Vision 22:52

3M ago22:52

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Life will not always be easy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experience fulfillment even in challenging times. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed continues a conversation with his business coach Carrie Cahill about what it looks like to choose fulfillment over busyness. He shares a story from a pivotal moment in his career when he decided to “go b…

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Tribute to Coach K with Chris Rondeau 41:05

3M ago41:05

41:05

Chris Rondeau, Man in the Mirror in the Upstate of SC, joins us this morning to talk about Coach K and his "imitatable" life that he led and his influence in Chris's ministry.

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Tribute to Coach K with Jeff Dionne 1:02:08

3M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

This is our first episode honoring Coach K. Today's guest is Jeff Dionne, Northeast Regional Director with Man in the Mirror Ministries. We will be sharing our times and memories of Coach K, honoring his life and role as a leader of men.

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Living an Expansive and Fulfilling Life 38:25

3M ago38:25

38:25

Kevin 'Duke' Reed and his executive coach share a discussion on expanding one's life beyond the ordinary. They explore the significance of living with purpose and intention, fostering a meaningful company culture, and the courage to take risks. Listen in to gain insights on how to navigate life's rough waters, the importance of personal and profess…

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Church Property: Key Takeaways From This Season 47:42

3M ago47:42

47:42

This week on the Igniting Imagination podcast, Shannon Hopkins, Rev. Mark Elsdon, Rev. Lisa Greenwood, and Rev. Dr. Blair Thompson reflect on a powerful season filled with wisdom and transformation. They revisit the profound insights shared by their esteemed guests who challenged them to see church properties not merely as real estate to be managed…

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How Does Legacy Shape Church Property Decisions? with Dr. Joseph W. Daniels, Jr. 51:52

4M ago51:52

51:52

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast, diving into the transformative power of church property as a catalyst for community renewal. They’re joined by Dr. Joseph W. Daniels, Jr., who shares the inspiring story of Emory Fellowship in Washington, D.C., and its groundbreaking Beacon …

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Creating a Meaningful Life 44:13

4M ago44:13

44:13

If you want to live a meaningful, purposeful life, focus on creating a healthy culture. Whether it’s in your work or your family, this will help you stay focused on what matters most. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed talks about what it looks like to build a meaningful culture. He also shares encouragement for anyone who feels stuck — whether the…

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Are Taxes Distracting Us from Bigger Church Property Issues? with Rev. Dr. Patrick G. Duggan 46:11

4M ago46:11

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This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast with guest Rev. Dr. Patrick G. Duggan. Shannon, Mark, and Patrick delve into the transformative potential inherent in church property, emphasizing a missional approach to its use. Patrick articulates the necessity of aligning financial strate…

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How Can Church Property Bring Repair? with Rev. Chris Dela Cruz and Rev. Melissa O’Keefe Reed 50:26

4M ago50:26

50:26

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast with guests Rev. Chris Dela Cruz and Rev. Melissa O’Keefe Reed. They discuss the transformative project, Barbie's Village, where a Presbyterian church in Portland, Oregon, took a groundbreaking step by giving land back to indigenous leaders a…

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Choosing Gratitude in Difficult Times 38:59

4M ago38:59

38:59

Did you know it’s possible to experience gratitude no matter what your circumstances look like? In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed shares three powerful stories of people in his life who embodied gratitude in the middle of unimaginable challenges. He explains what each of these people taught him about living a life full of gratitude and offers hope…

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How Can Church Property Serve the Neighborhood? with Joe Bowling 1:04:56

4M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast with guest Joe Bowling, Executive Director of Englewood Community Development Corporation in Indianapolis. Joe shares insights about the historical context of Englewood Christian Church, which has evolved significantly from its roots as a pro…

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What Can Partnerships Unlock for Church Property? with Rev. Staci Marrese-Wheeler and Brenda Halverson 49:28

4M ago49:28

49:28

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast with guests Brenda Halverson and Rev. Staci Maurice-Wheeler. Brenda and Staci share their journey of selling their former church property to launch a new development project, featuring affordable housing and a community center. They highlight…

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How Can Rural Churches Innovate with Their Building and Land? with Pastor Kevin Riley 49:53

5M ago49:53

49:53

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast, exploring how a small congregation has transformed its property into a vital hub for recovery services, emergency shelter, and essential community resources with Pastor Kevin Riley, Co-Pastor at Mount Baker Presbyterian Church. As churches d…

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Gratitude is a State of Being 31:43

5M ago31:43

31:43

When you learn to live with gratitude, it will overflow into every area of your life and the lives of those around you. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed explains why gratitude is so much more than being thankful. He shares words of encouragement for those who are struggling to experience gratitude because of their current circumstances, and he re…

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Besides Housing, What Are Other Ideas for Re-Imagining Church Property? with Rev. Chrisy Ennen 46:23

5M ago46:23

46:23

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast, exploring the transformative potential of reimagining church properties to serve the community in new and meaningful ways. Rev. Chrisy Ennen, Minister of Word and Sacrament at First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores, in Gulf Shores, Alabama…

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Confronting Limiting Beliefs 45:11

5M ago45:11

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Life begins when you start digging deep. In this episode, Kevin "Duke" Reed explores the themes of self-image, limiting beliefs, and the journey of personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's true self, the impact of societal expectations, and the courage required to confront and unpack deep-seated fears and beliefs. The Du…

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How Do We Handle Resistance to Church Property Changes? with Rev. Sharon Core 50:57

6M ago50:57

50:57

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast to speak with Rev. Sharon Core, General Presbyter for the Presbytery of the Western Reserve. Exploring the intricate relationship between church property and community mission, Sharon shares how congregations can pivot from traditional proper…

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Decision Making with Heartfelt Intention 36:52

6M ago36:52

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Where do you find your purpose? That purpose is your heartfelt intention, and if you learn to trust it, it can guide every decision you make. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed explains how setting a heartfelt intention can lead to intuitive action and a satisfying result when making difficult decisions. He shares a real-life example of making deci…

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What’s the Path to Church Property Changes? with Pastor Jessica Lowry 43:08

6M ago43:08

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This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their takeover of the Igniting Imagination podcast to speak with Pastor Jessica Lowry, Executive Director and Pastoral Leader at Sunset Ridge Collective. Exploring the transformative journey of Sunset Ridge Church of Christ, Jess shares insights into how her congregation navigated a pivotal m…

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How Does Theology Shape Church Property Decisions? with Rev. Dr. Willie James Jennings 55:51

6M ago55:51

55:51

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon continue their take over of the Igniting Imagination podcast to speak with Rev. Dr. Willie James Jennings, Professor of Theology and Africana Studies at Yale University Divinity School. Shannon, Mark, and Rev. Dr. Jennings dive into a powerful conversation about faith, land, and community, exploring h…

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Why Are We Talking About Church Property? with Bob Smietana 55:08

7M ago55:08

55:08

This week, Shannon Hopkins and Rev. Mark Elsdon are taking over the Igniting Imagination podcast! They’re joined by Bob Smietana, National Reporter for Religion News Service and author, to dive into this season’s theme: “Properties with New Purpose.” As we've been partnering with churches across the country, many questions have come up. This week’s…

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Church Property: Imagining Good Futures with Shannon Hopkins 32:56

7M ago32:56

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Welcome to season 13 of the Igniting Imagination podcast! This season, we invite you into a story of hope and possibility, where church properties are reimagined as vibrant hubs for community flourishing. Rev. Lisa Greenwood and Shannon Hopkins, co-founder of Rooted Good, explore the evolving role of churches as valuable community assets. With chur…

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Reframing Your Perspective: The Power of Wise Counsel When Navigating Life’s Transitions 38:31

7M ago38:31

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Wise counsel from mentors and leaders is always important, but especially when navigating periods of transition. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed shares how wise counsel helped him find a new love for the work he was doing and reframe his perspective about the journey he was on. He also discusses the importance of setting heartfelt intentions and…

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What’s a Critical Theme for the Future Church That We Missed? 44:50

8M ago44:50

44:50

Welcome to the season 12 finale of the Igniting Imagination podcast! This week, host Rev. Lisa Greenwood and co-host Rev. Kathi McShane speak with Rev. Dr. Blair Thompson. Lisa, Kathi, and Blair reflect on conversations with various esteemed guests throughout the season, revealing how joy, hope, and building community hold new significance in conte…

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Choosing Courage Over Fear: Navigating Life’s Transitions 41:25

8M ago41:25

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Life is full of transitions from beginning to end, so why are we so afraid of them? In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed shares his process for overcoming fear of transition, from accepting what is to letting go of resistance. He explains why we need to take losses in stride and shares a story from his own life that highlights the role transitions ca…

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Meet the Duke: Lessons on Life and Leadership with Dr. Kevin Reed 31:18

8M ago31:18

31:18

What does it take to live a more meaningful, full, and expansive life? Kevin “Duke” Reed has learned some powerful lessons in his years of business ownership, community engagement, and leadership, and he started this podcast as a way to share them. In this first episode, host Sam Coates interviews Kevin about his background and the insights he hope…

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Opting into Joy with Rev. Tyler Sit and Rev. Rich Havard 50:54

8M ago50:54

50:54

Joy is not just a fleeting emotion but a deep, sustaining force that connects us through authenticity and community. This week, host Rev. Lisa Greenwood and co-host Rev. Kathi McShane are joined by Rev. Tyler Sit, a pastor, community organizer, and social entrepreneur, and Rev. Rich Havard, Senior Program Officer for Wayfarer Foundation, to explore…

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Small Boats are the Big Wave for the Church with Rev. Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean and Rev. Dr. Michael Beck 55:15

8M ago55:15

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This week, host Rev. Lisa Greenwood and co-host Rev. Kathi McShane speak with Rev. Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean and Rev. Dr. Michael Beck to explore the concept of "small boats," or small experiments that are giving us vision and hope for the church as we look to the future. Traditional leadership models are transitioning to leadership that empowers other…

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Place Matters with Rev. Bill Lamar IV and Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount 50:19

8M ago50:19

50:19

This week, host Rev. Lisa Greenwood and co-host Rev. Kathi McShane continue exploring themes that will be essential to the future church – and they are happening right now. Rev. Bill Lamar IV, Pastor of Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church, and Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount, Associate Professor of Formation, Leadership, and Culture at Garrett…

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The Power of Togetherness with Vipin Thekk and Rabbi Elan Babchuck 54:24

9M ago54:24

54:24

What is the role of power in the new spiritual landscape emerging today? This season, we are exploring the themes we believe are glimpses of what will be critical guideposts for the future church. This week, host Rev. Lisa Greenwood and co-host Rev. Kathi McShane speak with Vipin Thekk and Rabbi Elan Babchuck. Vipin Thekk, Founder of the Changemake…

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Hospitality When It’s Uncomfortable with Rev. Alicia Forde and Tamice Spencer-Helms 54:41

9M ago54:41

54:41

What are we seeing right around the corner from where the church is today? Around the corner is closer than we think. The Spirit is up to something and the invitation is to get close to what is happening right now, to pay attention, to notice, and to wonder. This week hosts Lisa Greenwood and Kathi McShane speak with Rev. Alicia Forde, a pastor, po…

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Imago Dei Drives Innovation with Carlos Huerta 53:20

1y ago53:20

53:20

Rev. Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean reminds us in her new book, Innovating for Love, that we don’t create new things for the sake of change, for innovation’s sake, but rather so that we can love better. We are always finding new ways to love our neighbors in the ways Jesus calls us to love. Carlos Huerta, the Executive Director of the Center for Community T…

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The Love of God and Love of Humanity is One Love with Jonathan Brooks 48:55

1y ago48:55

48:55

Pastah J, as his friends and parishioners affectionately call him, is a remarkable testament to the notion that innovating is what happens when you love the people you are with. We often make innovation out to be the next, big, creative, tech, cool thing when really it's about figuring out how to love our neighbors better and how to more deeply and…

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A Platform that Empowers People with Moy Mendez 43:18

1y ago43:18

43:18

Our Locke Innovative Leaders offer a powerful picture of what is possible for the church. They don’t just see a need, they see great potential that exists in that need, and they respond with the next faithful step, always gathering others to help create and build. It’s remarkably consistent. Moy Mendez, a pastor in Chicago and the Executive Directo…

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Network Building for Outsized Impact with Rev. Dr. Heber Brown, III 52:54

1y ago52:54

52:54

We are so excited about this season of the Igniting Imagination Podcast as Rev. Dr. Kenda Creasy Dean and Rev. Lisa Greenwood have conversations with four exceptional, innovative faith leaders who are profoundly influencing the way we think about the church’s mission and witness. It’s stunning and inspiring! Our guest this week is Rev. Dr. Heber Br…

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Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership in the Church Today 39:49

1y ago39:49

39:49

Have you enjoyed Season 10 of our Igniting Imagination Podcast as much as we have?! We started with Margaret Wheatley and we are ending the season with two remarkable innovative leaders, who also happen to be part of our leadership learning and innovation team, Rev. Kathi McShane and Derrick Scott, III. If you haven’t been listening, this conversat…

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Shaping our Biblical Imaginations with Dr. Eric Barreto 47:10

1+ y ago47:10

47:10

In this week’s episode of the Igniting Imagination Podcast, we talk with professor Eric Barreto who invites us into a biblical imagination for our work together. We love how he reminds us to keep coming back to the good news of Jesus. Yes! That is what inspires us, forms us, equips and animates us! We hope this conversation gives you a new imaginat…

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Cultivating an Indigenous Worldview with Dr. Randy Woodley 57:15

1+ y ago57:15

57:15

Dr. Randy Woodley, professor, scholar, farmer, and indigenous American, speaks of indigenous ways of leading that seem, on the surface, to be counter-intuitive, and yet as we sit with them, we see how resonate with Jesus’ teachings they are. We are so curious what you think as you listen. What do we have to learn from indigenous cultures about lead…

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Living ‘Love Your Neighbor’ in the State House of Representatives with Rep. James Talarico 58:43

1+ y ago58:43

58:43

This week’s episode of Igniting Imagination is a bit of a departure for us – for the first time, our guest is a politician! Yep, State Representative James Talarico. We decided that if we are going to do a season on Facing Reality and Claiming Leadership, we ought to directly address the polarization in our country – and where better than Texas pol…

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Nurturing the Possible Through Catalytic Leadership with Rev. Dr. Dave Odom 52:06

1+ y ago52:06

52:06

Rev. Dr. Dave Odom, who leads Leadership Education at Duke Divinity, works with hundreds of congregations and leaders from multiple faith traditions across the country. As such, he has a unique vantage point to view the realities of the church and what is needed for leaders today. In this week’s podcast episode, Dave shares that a new kind of suppo…

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Discovering a Way Back to Each Other with Rev. Dr. Amy Butler 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

44:37

The Rev. Dr. Amy Butler is a master at facing reality and claiming leadership. In her newly released memoir, Beautiful and Terrible Things: Faith, Doubt, and Discovering a Way Back to Each Other, she weaves together what is real and messy and hard with what is true and hopeful and redemptive, reminding us that the journey of faith is inextricably a…

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Actively Waiting in the Accelerating Age with Dr. Andy Root 1:00:13

1+ y ago1:00:13

1:00:13

If you are having conversations about innovation in the church, chances are that Andy Root’s name has come up. Writing books like, When the Church Stops Working and The Church After Innovation and The Pastor in a Secular Age, Dr. Andrew Root is leading the way in helping leaders to name and face current reality and lean into new ways of leading. Wh…

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Reimagining an Established Institution with Dr. Aaron Kuecker 48:21

1+ y ago48:21

48:21

Our guest is Dr. Aaron Kuecker, President of Trinity Christian College in Chicago. We can’t wait for you to hear what they are doing at Trinity Christian to tend to the wellbeing of their students. It is intentional and generous and nothing short of life-changing – from their approach to the funding model to how they are protecting the mid-week “We…

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Stewarding Ambiguous Loss with Dr. Pauline Boss 55:24

1+ y ago55:24

55:24

This conversation with Dr. Pauline Boss, author of Ambiguous Loss: Learning to Live with Unresolved Grief, is hope-filled, encouraging, validating, and motivating. Her insights manage to be both practical and weighty. She reminds us that we live in a mastery culture – that is, we want to be in control, have the answers, and win – which is, of cours…

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Analyzing Nieuwhof’s Church Trends That Will Disrupt 2024 46:16

1+ y ago46:16

46:16

Jump into 2024 with a special Bonus Episode of Igniting Imagination! We have invited two of our most frequent (and beloved) guests, Rev. Rachel Billups and Rev. Matt Rawle, to engage with Carey Nieuwhof’s list of 7 Church Trends That Will Disrupt 2024. Matt and Rachel reflect that this year’s list seems particularly spot on. From the endangered sta…

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Hope in Doubt? Are we addicted to hope? 56:17

1+ y ago56:17

56:17

Read Rev. Dr. Paul Escamilla’s response to the Wheatley episode on our website here. In this episode, you’ll hear us: Discuss of Wheatley’s unsettling insistence that we are ‘addicted to hope’ (9:19) Consider what the notion of “islands of sanity” means for local congregations (13:55) Analyze becoming vs. gaining (22:34) Interpret Wheatley’s Two Lo…

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Restoring Sanity with Dr. Margaret Wheatley 1:06:14

1+ y ago1:06:14

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Dr. Margaret Wheatley has greatly influenced our leadership ministry work over the past several decades. We have given her book Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Restoring Sanity, Claiming Leadership to many leaders. Meg’s foundational idea that “conversation is the currency of change” is at the heart of everything we do. The Two-Loop Theory …

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Holy Friends Pursue Higher Truth with Rev. Kathleen McShane and Rabbi Elan Babchuck 46:05

1+ y ago46:05

46:05

Rev. Kathi McShane, a retired United Methodist pastor, and Rabbi Elan Babchuck, a millennial, experienced an immediate connection when they met, a Spirit connection that made them fast friends from the beginning. In this episode, they share how their friendship naturally manifested in Picking Up the Pieces: Leadership After Empire. They discuss the…

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