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When you join a cohort of lead pastors, you're gaining leadership development and relationships that will carry forward with you in ways you may never know you needed. Don't wait to apply.

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Are you moving your church so fast that you’re leaving your people behind?

When you see a fresh vision from God, the temptation is to run hard and fast. But if you don't take the time to bring your core team and congregation along, you’ll spend double the energy dealing with the fallout later.

In our latest episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Saddleback Church Senior Pastor Andy Wood shares a masterclass on leading institutional change without sacrificing your church’s DNA.

Whether you are anchoring your ministry in a new culture of prayer, or navigating the unique isolation that comes with senior leadership—this conversation is the tactical blueprint you need right now.

Three things you’ll walk away with:
👉 How to frame change as a continuation of a story, not an erasure of the past.
👉 The 4 macro-level prayer systems any church can implement.
👉 Why senior leaders must find circles outside their staff to fight loneliness.

🔗 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leaders-in-living-rooms/id1482017413

What does it take to lead through growth without losing your team along the way?

In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Josh Newell (Jesus Film Project) shares honest lessons on scaling impact, building belief, and learning to wait on God’s timing. From digital evangelism to team leadership, this conversation is packed with insight for leaders navigating growth.

Listen now and rethink how you lead in your next season. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leaders-in-living-rooms/id1482017413

What does it take to lead with clarity, conviction, and freedom in today’s ministry landscape?

In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Jim Burgen shares how leaders can discern vision, develop future pastors, and create environments where people experience real freedom — spiritually and practically. From leadership pipelines to anti-trafficking initiatives, this conversation offers both encouragement and challenge for senior leaders navigating complex seasons.

Listen now to be encouraged in your calling and leadership. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leaders-in-living-rooms/id1482017413