There is an increasingly big discrepancy between the number of professional church workers we are turning out and the number we need. Rev. Dr. Rob Kasper of the Michigan District, LCMS talks about how we can fix the problem and what hurdles we need to overcome. It’s not a quick fix, but one we need to start addressing.

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In this episode of the Thought Leader Podcast, Rev. Dr. Rob Kasper explains what servant leadership is and why it’s so important in the church. He also explains what happens when leaders fail and gives some resources that could be of great value on this topic.

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There are some different models of church governance available to you and your ministry. Rev. Dr. Todd Jones with the Michigan District, LCMS helps you evaluate what type of governance can help your organization flourish. This episode of the Thought Leader Podcast also offers action steps to help measure your organization’s policies and structure.

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Rev. Dr. Todd Jones shares insights on developing a strategic framework for your ministry’s web presence.

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Rev. Randy Johnson talks about the pressures of trying to grow a church and how pastors feel when those expectations for growth don’t meet with what is actually happening.

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Rev. Dr. Todd Jones shares more on the topic of conversational evangelism. Part two focuses on the skills that can be developed to engage people in meaningful conversations.

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Rev. Dr. Todd Jones shares the critical first step in conversational evangelism. In part one of two podcasts, we will focus on broadening connections into the community.

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Rev. Dr. Todd Jones shares some of his best practices for getting volunteers to get out of the bleachers and onto the field.

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Rev. Dr. Todd Jones talks about best practices in handling conflict and how to be a proactive leader in these difficult situations.

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Rev. Dr. Todd Jones and Rev. Dr. Rob Kasper discuss what are the key indicators of a healthy ministry.

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