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Mental Health & Ministry: Being Honest with Ourselves & Others : Alan Noble
As ministry leaders, how can we honestly approach our own mental and emotional struggles and create safe spaces for others to do the same? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Alan Noble. Alan is a professor at Oklahoma Baptist University. He is the co-founder and editor-in-chief of Christ…
Read MoreActively Engaging in Soul Care : Barbara Peacock
As pastors and ministry leaders, how can we better care for our own souls as we care for the souls of others? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Dr. Barbara Peacock. Barbara is an award-winning author and a passionate spiritual director and teacher. She’s earned degrees from both…
Read MoreAn Honest Conversation on Christian Nationalism : Caleb Campbell
What is our responsibility as pastors and ministry leaders in understanding and addressing Christian nationalism? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Caleb Campbell. Caleb is the lead pastor at Desert Springs Bible Church in Phoenix, Arizona. He is a doctoral student at Fuller Theological Seminary and a regional…
Read MoreQuieting Your Inner Critic & Finding Your True Self : Steve Cuss
How can we better identify and address the challenges we face as ministry leaders with inner doubts, anxiety, reactivity, and criticism? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Steve Cuss. Steve is a pastor, former chaplain, and founder of Capable Life. He speaks, consults, and hosts workshops to help…
Read MoreResponsible Ministry Practices in Anxious Times : J. Michael Jordan
How can we thoughtfully approach ministry at the intersection of worship, anxiety, and emotions? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by the Reverend Dr. J. Michael Jordan. Michael is an ordained Wesleyan pastor who serves in pastoral ministry and is also a professor of Bible and Theology at Houghton…
Read MoreOvercoming Shame & Experiencing True Joy : Ken Shigematsu
How can we overcome our fears of not being enough, of falling short, of losing face? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Ken Shigematsu. Ken is the senior pastor of Tenth Church in Vancouver, one of the largest and most diverse city-center churches in all of Canada. Ken…
Read MoreProtests, Policy, Patriotism & Politics: How to Disagree Respectfully without Compromising our Convictions : John Inazu
Legislation, policy, patriotism, and religious freedom. There are so many differing views on so many challenging issues. As pastors and ministry leaders, how can we disagree respectfully without compromising our convictions? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by John Inazu. John is a distinguished Professor of Law and Religion…
Read MoreRestoring Hope in the Midst of Disillusionment : Aimee Byrd
How can we help restore hope to those who have become disillusioned with the church? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Aimee Byrd. Aimee is an author, speaker, blogger, and podcaster. She’s written a number of books, including her latest, entitled The Hope in Our Scars. Together, Aimee…
Read MoreA Healthy Approach to Politics in Your Church : Curtis Chang
How can we practically and sincerely help people address some of the confusion and divisiveness around politics in our local churches and communities? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Curtis Chang. Curtis is a public theologian and former pastor. He currently serves as a senior fellow at Fuller…
Read MoreUnderstanding Anxiety & Navigating Conflict in Ministry : Kevin Ford
How can we better understand anxiety and better navigate conflict in our lives and ministries? In this week’s conversation on FrontStage BackStage, host Jason Daye is joined by Kevin Ford, Chief Catalyst at Leighton Ford Ministries. Kevin’s expertise is in leadership, organizational culture, and strategy. He’s worked with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and government…
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