Slingshot Group Podcast

Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, joins Brian Taylor, VP of Worship and Creative Arts, to tackle the alarming trend of church leaders resigning in droves. They discuss the key pressures driving this shift, particularly post-pandemic stress and the pursuit of work-life balance. The conversation dives into essential factors for navigating leadership transitions, highlighting the need for open dialogue and self-care. They also introduce practical strategies to quit unhealthy habits and cultivate personal growth, enlightening leaders on how to thrive in ministry.

In a culture that seems to be getting darker and more divided by the moment, what does it look like to follow Jesus every day? How do you overcome challenges to leading and loving your church? Dive in with guest Larry Osborne, a seasoned author, mentor, and pastor of North Coast Church, as he unpacks the transformative joy and simplicity of daily obedience to Christ. From how to better shepherd your church to embracing leadership as a team sport, Larry offers words of wisdom that will encourage every weary leader. Listen now for invaluable insights that can reshape your daily walk with Jesus and reenergize your leadership journey.

How do you stay hopeful for the future of the church when so many people are leaving due to hurt, disappointment, and woundedness? Join the conversation with co-authors, pastors, and mother-daughter duo Nancy and Samantha Beach as they address the church’s dysfunctions while casting a vision for a brighter future. Tune in for encouraging insights on how each one of us can help pave the way for a renewed, more resilient church.

How do you tune your ear to hear the Holy Spirit? In this riveting episode, you’ll hear from Robby Gallaty—pastor of Long Hollow Church in Tennessee who was raised Catholic, was trained to be a UFC fighter, and battled a $200/day addiction to heroin and cocaine. Discover his remarkable story and how sitting in silence led to God bringing revival to Long Hollow in the form of 1,000 baptisms in 15 weeks.

In this captivating episode, Dr. Kevin Brown shares his firsthand experience of leading a remarkable and unexpected revival on Asbury University's campus. With awe-inspiring authenticity, he narrates the power of God's movement among the younger generation and the impact it had on transforming lives. Driven by a deep hunger for something genuine, Gen Z responded passionately to this uncoordinated humility. Join in as Dr. Kevin Brown shares profound insights on leading and investing in the church of the future, offering hope for a brighter future where authenticity and imagination pave the way.

In this episode, Warren Bird and Léone Crump discuss the importance of building resilient teams and leading through challenges. They share insights from their experiences in sports and ministry, emphasizing the power of working together as a unit. They explore the need for teams to adapt in an ever-changing landscape, the detrimental effects of dysfunctional teams, and the key factors that contribute to team floundering. With a focus on resilience and embracing disruption, they provide practical steps for teams to flourish and make a lasting impact.

In this captivating episode, renowned leadership expert Mike Foster takes us on a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation. With a focus on authentic leadership, Foster delves into the power of primal questions and their role in achieving success. Drawing from his extensive experience and research, he reveals how embracing primal questions can unlock hidden potential, challenge conventional thinking, and pave the way for genuine leadership breakthroughs. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to lead with purpose, connect deeply with others, and make a lasting difference in their personal and professional spheres.

What happens when church hurt and disappointment drive someone to the brink of quitting? Join this conversation with author Natalie Runion as she shares her personal journey from wanting to quit ministry to starting the Raised to Stay movement - a movement about persevering in faith and ministry when it feels like there are a million reasons to walk away. Host Brian Taylor and Natalie explore the reasons behind the increasing prevalence of church leaders facing these issues and the role of social media in amplifying them. Discover how reconciliation and unity are the keys to healing within the church. 

As a servant leader, you give your best to serve to others. But how can you make the most of your limited time? Join the conversation with NYT bestselling author and viral TED speaker Rory Vaden to explore strategies that will set you up to make a bigger impact. Discover how to reframe success, tap into your purpose, and multiply your time using a simple tactic called the significance calculation.

It’s hard work pretending like you’ve got your life together. But that’s how so many church leaders are living… until they burn out or hit rock bottom. In this gem of a conversation  with Irene Rollins, pastor, consultant, wife, mother, and author of “Reframe Your Shame,” we talk about addiction, grief, self-care, leading your family, and more.   Get more on this episode by visiting podpage.com/slingshotgrouppodcast/