Welcome to Season 3 of The LeadingSmart Podcast!

Join co-hosts Holly Tate and Tim Stevens as they tackle the real, unfiltered challenges facing church leaders today in real-time. With decades of combined experience consulting with churches across the country, Holly and Tim bring honest conversations about what's actually happening in ministry leadership right now.

Season 3 dives into the hot-button issues you're thinking about but might not be discussing openly—starting with women in leadership, team dynamics, and the evolving landscape of church culture. Whether you lead in a complementarian or egalitarian context, you'll find practical wisdom, research-backed insights, and actionable strategies to help your church thrive.

This isn't about changing your theology—it's about improving your leadership. Each episode features:

• Real-world examples from churches making it work
• Research and data on current ministry trends
• Practical takeaways you can implement immediately
• Honest discussions about the challenges (and solutions) no one else is talking about

Holly and Tim don't shy away from complexity. They lean into it, offering nuanced perspectives that respect diverse theological positions while pushing every leader to do better for their teams and congregations.

Perfect for: Lead pastors, executive pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone invested in building healthier church teams.

New episodes release weekly. 

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