Mandy Smith
Pastor at St. Lucia Uniting Church in Brisbane, Australia, and author of Confessions of an Amateur Saint and The Vulnerable Pastor. She also leads cohorts for the Eugene Peterson Center.
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Nov 26, 2024 • 44min
244. Finding Strength in Desperation, with Mandy Smith, author of Confessions of an Amateur Saint
Mandy Smith, a pastor at St. Lucia Uniting Church and author of Confessions of an Amateur Saint, shares her insights on navigating the pressures of ministry. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing burnout and the need for intentional rest, like observing a Monday Sabbath. Smith discusses the balance between the 'true self' and 'false self' in leadership, and the necessity of daily prayer for guidance. The conversation also touches on vulnerability in leadership and how embracing desperation can lead to renewed strength and spiritual growth.
Oct 30, 2024 • 50min
097 Confessions of an Amateur Saint (with Mandy Smith)
In this engaging discussion, Mandy Smith, a pastor and award-winning author, shares insights from her book, *Confessions of an Amateur Saint*. She emphasizes the value of vulnerability in leadership, revealing how sharing struggles can lead to deeper connections and spiritual growth. Mandy explores the balance between self-sufficiency and reliance on God, highlighting the transformative power of humility. She also discusses the role of joy and creativity in ministry, advocating for honesty among Christian leaders to foster community and trust.
