In a culture obsessed with self, is true community even possible?

In this episode, Dr. Jim Singleton joins us to unpack what it looks like to build authentic, life-giving relationships in a world dominated by individualism and self-promotion. We discuss why loneliness is on the rise, the spiritual roots of our disconnection, and practical steps we can take to cultivate communities that reflect the heart of Christ.

Whether you’re a pastor, leader, or simply someone longing for deeper connection, this conversation will challenge the way you think about friendship, church, and your role in fostering community.

In this thought-provoking episode, Rev. Tom Hall joins Tim to unpack the question: Is the tail wagging the dog? - a challenge to the modern church's priorities, posture, and purpose. Drawing from years of pastoral experience and deep theological insight, Tom explores how cultural trends, political pressures, and institutional habits can distort the mission of the church.

Are we being led by Christ, or by the systems we've built in His name? What happens when strategy outweighs Spirit? And how can leaders reclaim a faithful center in turbulent times?

This is a candid, convicting, and hope-filled conversation for anyone longing to see the Church re-centered on Jesus.

In this episode of the Attentive Church Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Christina McDaniel to explore how strategic clarity and Spirit-led leadership can transform a local church.

Christina shares her firsthand experience walking through a visioning process with her church, the impact of outside perspective, and how rediscovering core values brought alignment and renewed momentum to their ministry.

If you're a pastor, church leader, or ministry influencer seeking practical insights on church health, leadership clarity, and spiritual renewal—this conversation is for you.

How does real, lasting transformation happen in a church?

In this episode of the Attentive Church Leadership Podcast, Dr. David Swanson (Senior Pastor, First Presbyterian Church of Orlando) and Dr. Jack Peebles join Kevin Ford to unpack what it looks like when a congregation moves from decline to revitalization.

Drawing from firsthand experience and decades of leadership, they share powerful insights on building trust, leading with attentiveness, and creating space for the Holy Spirit to work in the life of a church.

If you're a pastor, church leader, or someone passionate about seeing the Church flourish, this conversation will encourage and equip you.

Rhett Wilson interviews Marnie Crumpler, pastor of Grace Church in Bethlehem,

Pennsylvania. They discuss the vital importance of trust, how to gain it, and how

to use it effectively as you lead others.

Kevin Ford and Jim Osterhaus, a psychologist and senior leadership coach at LFM,

discuss the anxiety pastors feel leading an organization and facing criticism and

conflict. They talk about healthy conflict vs. unhealthy and look at four areas

pastors need to give attention to as they seek to be self-aware.

Leighton Ford sits down with Ken Shigematsu, pastor of Tenth Church in

Vancouver, British Columbia. Pastoral ministry by nature includes a drive to

perform and please others. But if a leader does not first take care of self, it can

produce disastrous results. Longtime friends Leighton and Ken discuss how to let

God take care of our souls.

Rhett Wilson interviews Jim Singleton, former professor at Gordon Conwell

Seminary and Executive Director of North American Mentoring Services for LFM.

Reflecting on the time of transition in Joshua 3, they talk about how leaders can

embrace or resist times of change – and lead others to do the same.

Rich Hurst interviews Megan Hackman, a pastor at Chapel Hill Church in Gig

Harbor, Washington. They discuss how important it is for Christian leaders to stay

attentive to God, their congregations, and their community as we navigate a

changing world.