Leading From Alignment

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A podcast from Converge Coaching. Through their more than 50 years of ministry experience, Jim Wiegand and John Opalewski bring Pastors weekly tips and tools to help lead better, lead longer, and enjoy it more.

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    Episode 342: Offense or Accountability?

    In today’s episode we challenge a reflex most of us don’t even realize we have . . . the instinct to label discomfort as offense. Not everything that stings is harmful, and not every hard conversation is a wrong done to you. Sometimes, what feels like offense is accountability knocking at your door. And if we’re not careful, we’ll reject the very thing designed to help us grow. Today we unpack the difference between being wronged and simply being called higher.

    25 min

  2. 23 juin

    Episode 341: Pastoring Through Offense

    In a world where offense is almost automatic, how do we tell the difference between real harm and a bruised ego? Today, we’re unpacking why so many people feel easily offended and what it’s costing us. From the rise of emotionally driven reactions and digital outrage to what it really means to carry a “spirit of offense,” this conversation challenges us to slow down, think deeper, and respond with maturity. Because the goal isn’t to feel nothing, it’s to become discerning, resilient, and the kind of people who know what to do when offense inevitably comes.

    36 min

  3. 16 juin

    Episode 340: The Leadership Lie: Why You Can’t Afford to Skip Friendship

    What if the reason you feel stretched thin isn’t your workload—but your isolation? Many of us quietly believe we don’t have time for friendships, but the truth is we make time for what we value. And in the pursuit of productivity, relationships are often the first thing we sacrifice. Yet from the very beginning God declared: “it is not good for man to be alone.” We were never designed to do life or leadership on our own. In this episode, we’re confronting the hidden cost of isolation and why meaningful friendships might be the missing piece to a fuller, healthier, more impactful life.

    22 min

  4. 9 juin

    Episode 339: A Recipe for Good Decisions - An Interview with Mike Kern III

    In our newest podcast episode, we welcome Mike Kern to the mic for a conversation every leader needs to hear. With decades of experience spanning both the corporate world and church ministry, Mike brings a rare perspective on leadership, wisdom, and decision-making. Mike’s unique blend of business insight and ministry experience has equipped him to help churches and leaders navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence. In this episode, we unpack his powerful framework: “A Recipe for Good Decisions.”

    35 min

  5. 2 juin

    Episode 338: Guarding Your Heart as a Leader

    In today's episode, we explore what it really looks like to protect the most important part of who you are. From what you consume, to where you focus your eyes, to the thoughts you allow to take root, and the rhythms you build into your life . . . guarding your heart isn’t passive, it’s intentional. This conversation gets practical about how leaders can stay grounded, focused, and healthy in a dangerous world, and why that matters more than ever.

    20 min

  6. 26 mai

    Episode 337: The Catholic Church’s Resurgence of Young People

    When everything feels fragmented, stability becomes magnetic. In a culture of constant updates, endless scrolling, and reflexive rebellion, it’s no surprise that more than a few young people are gravitating toward the structure and seriousness of the Catholic Church. What’s interesting is this shift may be less about belief—and more about what modern life is missing. In this week’s episode, we unpack three reasons behind this trend—and what the rest of us can learn from it.

    29 min

  7. 19 mai

    Episode 336: The Shift from Inner Critic to Inner Ally

    The way we relate to ourselves—whether with truth, kindness, and grace or with harsh criticism—is more than a personal issue; it’s a defining factor for our entire life. It powerfully shapes our longevity, our health, and ultimately the kind of fruit we produce in ministry and leadership. In today’s episode we unpack what it means to be properly related to yourself and why it matters to both your life and your leadership.

    29 min

  8. 12 mai

    Episode 335: What Makes Pastors Thrive (and What Takes Them Out) – An Interview with Aaron Hlavin

    What does it really take for pastors to thrive in today’s ministry landscape? In this episode of Leading from Alignment, we sit down with Aaron Hlavin, Michigan Assemblies of God Network Superintendent, for an honest and insightful conversation about both the opportunities and challenges pastors are facing right now.

    48 min
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A podcast from Converge Coaching. Through their more than 50 years of ministry experience, Jim Wiegand and John Opalewski bring Pastors weekly tips and tools to help lead better, lead longer, and enjoy it more.

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  • Création
    Converge Coaching
  • Années d’activité
    2019 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    341
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