The Gottesdienst Crowd TGC 532 – Lessons in Leadership: What Pastors Can Learn from Special Operations
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Jul 16, 2025 
Coleman Geraci, a former Green Beret and current pastor, shares his unique insights on leadership drawn from military training. He explores how the discipline and teamwork learned in Special Operations can enhance pastoral ministry. Geraci discusses the importance of resilience, effective communication, and continuous improvement in both fields. He emphasizes mastering fundamental skills and refining preaching through feedback and mentorship. This engaging conversation highlights the call for pastors to lead with courage, purpose, and a commitment to their spiritual mission.
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Green Berets as Force Multipliers
- Green Berets train indigenous forces to defend their own countries, focusing on teaching and leadership.
- Their mission is to become force multipliers who work themselves out of a job by empowering others.
Leadership Balances Lead and Follow
- Leadership involves knowing when to lead and when to follow, balancing personal initiative with team cohesion.
- Effective leadership requires assessing problems and motivating the team under pressure and in physical trials.
Conquering Fear Through Training
- Coleman overcame fear of high-altitude jumps by relying on thorough training and team experience.
- Trusting in training allowed him to manage fear and successfully perform dangerous parachute jumps.