Leaders in Living Rooms

LILR 056 | Ashley Wooldridge on Post Pandemic Momentum and Transitions Leadership

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May 3, 2022
Ashley Wooldridge, the Lead Pastor of Christ's Church of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ, shares his journey from tech to ministry and insights on leadership transitions. He emphasizes the challenges of letting go during transitions and compares church leadership practices to the secular world. Ashley stresses the importance of discernment, humility, and effective communication post-pandemic. He also discusses the need for clarity in vision and connection to foster resilience as churches navigate this new landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Non-Traditional Path to Ministry

  • Ashley Wooldridge's path to ministry wasn't linear; he worked at Intel for 10 years.
  • Despite initial reluctance, he became executive pastor at CCV, a 10,000-member church, at 30.
INSIGHT

Discerning Over Deciding

  • Ashley had no initial desire to be a senior pastor and considered it only if the transition could be successful.
  • He prioritized discerning God's will over personal ambition during a two-month sabbatical, including a week of prayer in Israel.
ADVICE

Learning from Transitions

  • Research and learn from both successful and failed transitions, especially in the business world.
  • Consult with experienced leaders and develop a clear transition plan based on proven strategies.
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