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The Unstuck CareerReimagine Career Security with Stephanie O'Brien - Ep. 153Send us a textWelcome back to another episode of Unstuck Career! In today’s conversation, host I sit down with Stephanie O’Brien, an expert in helping people turn their personal expertise into thriving coaching and training programs. With the job landscape shifting rapidly and traditional employment feeling less secure than ever, Stephanie joins us to share practical, empowering strategies for anyone looking to diversify their income or move beyond the standard 9-to-5.Together we explore how your unique life experiences, hobbies, and problem-solving skills can be transformed into marketable services—even if you’ve never...2025-05-1231 min
The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. FlemingPastor Stephanie O'Brien's Story, Part OneShe was in meetings where more than a million people trusted in Christ as Savior. She accepted Christ at home. How have you come to know Christ?Here is Part One of Pastor Stephanie's thrilling story. Learn her full faith story, her ministry story and her Tru316 story!Pastor Stephanie Williams O’Brien is the Lead Pastor at Mill City Church in Northeast Minneapolis. She is also a professor of ministry and preaching at Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, MN. She is a Trustee of Bethel University of which Bethel Seminary is a part. Step...2025-02-0226 min
UNW ChapelPastor Stephanie Williams O‘BrienFall 2021
Pastor Stephanie Williams O'Brien is a Pastor at Mill City church and is an author of several books. She summarizes her book "Make a Move: How to Stop Wavering and Make Decisions in a Disorienting World".
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Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison229 - The Injustices in Minneapolis and Submitting to the Leadership of People of Color with Pastor Stephanie Williams O'BrienPastor Stephanie Williams O’Brien joins Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison on the podcast for a conversation surrounding the injustices the community of Minneapolis has endured, the lifelong commitment to racial justice, submitting to the leadership of people of color, and her new book Make a Move all about the practical advice she gives for making decisions and acting in faith. And she speaks words of encouragement for both leaders of color and white leaders. Pastor Stephanie will help you get unstuck in your personal life and your spiritual life, your life in community, and your life of br...2021-07-271h 09
Flip Your ScriptPastor Stephanie Williams O’Brien: From Church Pew to Powerful Influence at the PulpitPastor Stephanie Williams O’Brien, or Pastor Steph, knew as a young girl she was destined to lead. She grew up as the daughter of a Billy Graham pastor but didn’t see women in leadership roles within her faith. Hearing her calling loud and clear, she decided to forge her path as a female religious leader and eventually opened her own church. The tattoo-loving, stereotype-breaking social justice advocate joined Flip Your Script host Kristi Piehl to discuss the power of faith and leading with love. 2021-07-2756 min
Lead Stories PodcastShould I Stay or Should I Go - How to Know // Summer Replay 2021In this replay of the popular Should I Stay or Should I go series, Stephanie and Jo start to peel away the layers by suggesting the following questions to ask and examine that can help you get to the heart of the question "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" Questions to ask: Is there some toxicity I need to address? Is there something I need to say before I go, or if I say it can I then stay? Do I need to call it out, bring it to the surface or shine a ligh...2021-06-1439 minLead Stories PodcastShould I Stay or Should I Go // Summer Replay 2021Summer Replay 2021 kicks off this week looking back at a popular series from Season 8, Should I Stay or Should I Go? Have you been in a situation with a position, community, church, workplace or relationship where you’ve wrestled with the decision to leave or stay and stick it out? Listen again as Stephanie tackle this timely question. Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to...2021-06-0730 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 16 - Discernment #makeamoveListen today to a powerful and vulnerable message Stephanie recently gave at Bethel University on the subject of discernment. Order a copy of Make a Move "Make a Move" is perfect for: -Anyone wanting to take next steps in listening to God -People in transition (I think that’s all of us!) -Graduates (high school, college, masters) -Those transitioning into retirement or an empty nest -Folks who have a big, or small decision or series of decisions to make. Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph 2021-05-1722 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 15 - One Week to Make A MoveThere has perhaps never been a more relevant and important time for a book like "Make A Move: How to Stop Wavering and Make Decisions in a Disorienting World". It is one week until the book's official launch and today Stephanie and Jo have a short conversation designed to get you ready to delve into the themes, advice and practical tools around decision making, particularly in these challenging times. Come to Stephanie's launch party! Sunday May 16 6:30pm-8:30pm CST at Quincy Hall in Minneapolis. Quiz show, celebrity guests and dance party!! Details HERE "Make a Move"...2021-05-0313 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 14 - Make A Move Through Decision FatigueStephanie and Jo wrap up the Make a Move series with a conversation around a the very relevant topic of decision fatigue. Listen today for examples from their own leadership experiences, plus practical tools for dealing with this all too important topic for leaders. Come to Stephanie's launch party! Sunday May 16 6:30pm-8:30pm CST at Quincy Hall in Minneapolis. Quiz show, celebrity guests and dance party!! Details HERE "Make a Move" is perfect for: -Anyone wanting to take next steps in listening to God -People in transition (I think that’s all of us!)2021-04-2641 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 13 - Make A Move VocationallyIn this episode, Stephanie and Jo talk about "vocational experiments". More than just a job for which you are paid, vocation can mean all the things in your life that make meaning and purpose and fill up your days with productivity, whether you're paid for it or not. "Make a Move" is perfect for: -Anyone wanting to take next steps in listening to God -People in transition (I think that’s all of us!) -Graduates (high school, college, masters) -Those transitioning into retirement or an empty nest -Folks who have a big, or...2021-04-1942 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 12 - Make A Move SpirituallyStephanie and Jo continue the "Make a Move" series this week with more conversation about decision making in this disorienting world. This week they talk about experimenting to try and learn or determine things, sometimes revealing things you never expected to see and leaving us open to the movement of the Holy Spirit. "Make a Move" is perfect for: -Anyone wanting to take next steps in listening to God -People in transition (I think that’s all of us!) -Graduates (high school, college, masters) -Those transitioning into retirement or an empty nest -Fol...2021-04-1228 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 11 - Make A MoveDecisions are a constant part of our every day life and the biggest decisions of our life cause us the most stress and also the most joy. Stephanie and Jo begin a new series exploring the themes in Stephanie's new book "Make a Move: How to Stop Wavering and Make Decisions in a Disorienting World". "Make a Move" is perfect for: -Anyone wanting to take next steps in listening to God -People in transition (I think that’s all of us!) -Graduates (high school, college, masters) -Those transitioning into retirement or an empty nest...2021-04-0524 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 10 - The One Year Mark - Leadership Lessons in a PandemicJo and Stephanie take a look back at this past year and reflect on what they've learned, how their perspectives have changed and what it means for their leadership contexts moving forward. Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com www.leadstoriesmedia.com Lead Stories resources at: www...2021-03-2941 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 8 - The Equity ChallengeThe conversation continues in honor of Women's History month. Today Jo and Stephanie look at the question of equity and how we as individuals, as families, as organizations, as churches and as leaders can forge a more gender equal world. They'll look at some listener responses as well as offer some practicals ways we can respond to the "equity challenge". "Moxie" on Netflix The Women's History Month series is sponsored by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching. Visit her website and get information about a 30 day free trial. Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph I...2021-03-1547 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 7 - Jo and Steph on International Women's DayStephanie and Jo kick off a new series celebrating Women's History Month talking about what it means to be empowered as women and what it means to empower women. Today's episode is broadcast on International Women's Day. The theme this year is "Choose to Challenge: How will you help forge a gender equal world?" The Women's History Month series is sponsored by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching. Visit her website and get information about a 30 day free trial. Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josax...2021-03-0837 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 6 - Agile Leadership for Times of Crisis and Change with Scott RidoutToday Stephanie wraps up the Agile Leadership conversation with Pastor Scott Ridout, President of Converge. Scott and his wife Lisa led Sun Valley Community Church, Gilbert, Arizona, from 1998 to 2014. Sun Valley has grown from 375 to roughly 5000 attendees on three campuses under his leadership. Previously, Scott served six years as a Converge overseer, including two years as chairman. He is also a church leadership mentor and brings wisdom and credibility to a conversation around leading in crisis and change. The Agile Leadership series is sponsored by Bethel Seminary in conjunction with the seminary class of the sam...2021-03-0142 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 5 - Agile Leadership in Times of Crisis and Change with Jo SaxtonJo's back! In this new episode, Stephanie and Jo continue with the Agile Leadership series. Jo shares her experiences and reflections on the times she's led through crisis and change. Don't miss this powerful and relevant conversation. Jo is an author and leadership coach. Her most recent book is Ready to Rise. Find more information at josaxton.com The Agile Leadership series is sponsored by Bethel Seminary in conjunction with the seminary class of the same name. For more information about Bethel go to www.bethel.edu/leadstories Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Ste...2021-02-2241 min
Splatrs' Street Art UnearthedExploring the Culture of Graffiti with RJ WilliamsRJ Williams is a Sydney based graffiti artist and multidisciplinary creative who has been illustrating and painting walls for decades. With graffiti as his number one passion, we wanted to chat about the scene and hear from RJ what graffiti culture is really about, beyond illegal painting. RJ Williams online: https://www.instagram.com/anamelessforce/ http://www.anamelessforce.com/ https://helloyouknowthename.com/ https://www.acidflwrs.com/ Music by: Purple Planet Music2021-02-171h 26Lead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 4 - Agile Leadership In Times of Crisis and Change with Dr. Tod BolsingerToday Stephanie speaks once again with Tod Bolsinger, Professor and Vice President for Vocation and Formation at Fuller Seminary. A former pastor himself, Tod is a leader and equipper of pastors. Tod is the author of Canoeing the Mountains and Tempered Resilience. More information at Tod Bolsinger The Agile Leadership series is sponsored by Bethel Seminary in conjunction with the seminary class of the same name. For more information about Bethel go to www.bethel.edu/leadstories Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo a...2021-02-1537 minLead Stories PodcastAgile Leadership Opportunity!Stephanie invites you to take the next step in your leadership by joining the next cohort for Agile Leadership in Times of Crisis and Change! This course addresses timeless theological frameworks as well as current leadership theories on the topics of change and agility. The content will be applied to the timely issues in Christian leadership today and into the future. The world is experiencing profound change, and leaders have the opportunity to lead with courage in these unprecedented times. The course also includes interviews with influential, seasoned, and experienced leaders. Material will be released e...2021-02-1002 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 3 - Agile Leadership for Times of Crisis and Change with Rev Angela YeeToday Stephanie speaks with Angela Yee, Chief Ministry Officer of the National Office of the Evangelical Covenant Church. Her leadership there involves breaking down silos and creating collaboration and places where people can work together, as well as overall strategy. Listen as Stephanie and Angela talk about leading a major organization through the current crisis. The Agile Leadership series is sponsored by Bethel Seminary in conjunction with the seminary class of the same name. For more information about Bethel go to www.bethel.edu/leadstories Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph Instagram & Face...2021-02-0139 minLead Stories PodcastS10: Episode 2 - Agile Leadership for Times of Crisis and Change with Dr. Donna HarrisStephanie continues the Agile Leadership series with a conversation with Dr. Donna Harris, superintendent of Minnehaha Academy in Minneapolis. In 2017, a gas leak caused an explosion that killed two employees and destroyed major portions of the school. Listen to her powerful story about leading after this devastating crisis. The Agile Leadership series is sponsored by Bethel Seminary in conjunction with the seminary class of the same name. For more information about Bethel go to www.bethel.edu/leadstories Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Steph Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www...2021-01-2544 minLead Stories PodcastS10 - Episode 1 - Agile Leadership For Times of Crisis and Change with Dr. Dwight ZscheileLead Stories is back with a brand new series! Stephanie will be interviewing expert leaders to help you learn how to respond with agility rather than simply react to change and crisis. Today she speaks with Dr. Dwight Zscheile, Vice President of Innovation for Luther Seminary and author of "Agile Church: Spirit-Led Innovation in an Uncertain Age The Agile Leadership series is sponsored by Bethel Seminary in conjunction with the seminary class of the same name. For more information about Bethel go to www.bethel.edu/leadstories Connect with Lead Stories, Jo and Step...2021-01-1837 minLead Stories PodcastS09: Episode 14 - How to Say Hello to 2021The conversation continues around redefining Hello/Goodbye for this extraordinary and unprecedented year. How do we say "hello" to what will likely be more of the same as we begin 2021? Looking past fear and loss of control to ask the question "where do I have agency in this situation moving forward?" This yearly practice for Jo and Stephanie is now more important than ever. Connect with Lead Stories, Jo, Steph and Edrin: Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorst...2020-12-1425 min
Book HubEpisode 2: "Grace and Gigabytes" Book Launch with Stephanie Williams O’BrienStephanie Williams O'Brien gives a talk at the live book launch for Grace and Gigabytes by Ryan Panzer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-12-1020 min
Book HubEpisode 2: "Grace and Gigabytes" Book Launch with Stephanie Williams O’BrienStephanie Williams O'Brien gives a talk at the live book launch for Grace and Gigabytes by Ryan Panzer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-12-0920 minLead Stories PodcastS09: Episode 13 - Goodbye to 2020? - Processing the YearToday, Jo and Stephanie ask perhaps hard, but important questions like "What does it mean to say Goodbye to 2020?" "What does is look like to move on?" "What has 2020 revealed and how do we respond?" Hello/Goodbye Event December 13 at 7:00pm CST on Facebook Live Hello/Goodbye 2020-21 free registration HERE Hello/Goodbye 2020-21 free resources HERE Connect with Lead Stories, Jo, Steph and Edrin: Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @past...2020-12-0719 minLead Stories PodcastS09: Episode 12 - Hello Goodbye #redefinedJo is back! Today Jo and Stephanie reconnect, catch up and begin the launch of Hello/Goodbye 2020-21 and ask the question "How do we redefine Hello/Goodbye"? Listen as they discuss moving into a new year and what those benchmarks look like. Hello/Goodbye Event December 13 at 7:00pm CST on Facebook Live Hello/Goodbye 2020-21 free registration HERE Hello/Goodbye 2020-21 free resources HERE Connect with Lead Stories, Jo, Steph and Edrin: Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Conn...2020-11-3023 minLead Stories PodcastS09: Episode 11 - Tempered Resilience with Tod Bolsinger #UnprecedentedLeadershipToday Stephanie speaks with Tod Bolsinger, professor of leadership at Fuller Seminary and author of two books, on the timely topics of leading in uncharted territory and unprecedented change. Tod Bolsinger Tempered Resilience: How Leaders are Formed in the Crucible of Change Canoeing the Mountain: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory Connect with Lead Stories, Jo, Steph and Edrin: Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Connect with Pastor Edrin at @edrinspea...2020-11-2334 min
Impossible BeautyEpisode 32: Stephanie Williams O'Brien- Strengthening the "Beauty Muscle"Stephanie Williams O'Brien is a pastor at Mill City Church in Minneapolis, she teaches at Bethel Seminary, and is the executive producer and co-host of Lead Stories Podcast with Jo Saxton. Stephanie has also authored two books, Stay Curious: How Questions and Doubts Can Save Your Faith and Make a Move: How to Stop Wavering and Make Decisions in a Disorienting World. I am so grateful to have known Stephanie for a couple of decades now. What has always stood out to me is Stephanie’s vibrant and steadfast faith. Her life and her words always remind me th...2020-11-1643 minLead Stories PodcastS09: Episode 8 - Compassionate Leadership #UnprecedentedLeadershipSometimes, focused and driven leaders need to slow down and care for the people they're leading. Today Stephanie and Edrin go a bit deeper as they talk about the necessity of compassionate leadership in the midst of crisis. #UnprecedentedLeadership Chief Learning Office Article "Leading With Compassion" Connect with Lead Stories, Jo, Steph and Edrin: Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Connect with Pastor Edrin at @edrinspeaks Subscribe on iTunes to have the podc...2020-11-0238 minLead Stories PodcastS09: Episode 7 -Decision Making #UnprecedentedLeadershipToday Stephanie and Edrin offer five things to consider for decision making during this specific and unprecedented time. Unprecedented Leadership: Decision Making Mission and Vision as a compass Capacity for change Decision fatigue & Decision paralysis Who is at the decision making table Listening to God Connect with Lead Stories, Jo, Steph and Edrin: Instagram & Facebook: @LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Pastor Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Connect with Pastor Edrin at @edrins...2020-10-2636 minLead Stories PodcastS9 - Episode 1 - Big News from Jo and Steph!First episode of Season 9 starts here! Stephanie and Jo catch you up on what's been going on with them during this time of unprecedented uncertainty and change and talk about what it means for leadership, calling and ministry. PLUS, listen for some exciting news!! Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your de...2020-09-1437 minLead Stories PodcastWhat Got You Here Won't Get You There #SummerReplayPreviously recorded in the fall of 2019, Jo and Stephanie kicked off a new series "What Got You Here, Won't Get You There" with a conversation about the need to ask God whether you need to let go of your "here" in order to get to the "there" He is calling you to. Their challenge question is "What's your here - in the areas of work, team, family, fitness or interpersonal relationships?" Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with J...2020-08-0329 minLead Stories PodcastSTIGMAS - Lead Voices with Edrin Williams #SummerReplay#SummerReplay Jo and Steph have a conversation on stigmas and race today with Edrin Williams, who was born in South Carolina and now a pastor in The Sanctuary Covenant church in the Twin Cities. Listen in to hear how growing up in the South impacted Edrin’s childhood and raised early questions about race and how we can all become more inter-culturally competent as we lead others from different backgrounds and races. Sanctuarycov.org Www.edrinwilliams.com Also find Edrin on: Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook! Connect wi...2020-07-3040 minLead Stories PodcastLead Voices with Eugene Cho #SummerReplay#SummerReplay - In this compelling episode recorded in the spring, Stephanie talks with Eugene Cho, pastor, speaker, author, visionary and humanitarian. A son of Korean immigrants and a natural entrepreneur, Cho spends much of his time circling the globe speaking about the intersection of faith, justice, and leadership. Eugene's new book "Thou Shalt Not Be a Jerk: A Christian's Guide to Engaging in Politics" is available HERE. Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton...2020-07-2338 minLead Stories PodcastFacing the Realities of Anxiety and Stress in Leadership #SummerReplayThe Summer Replay series kicks off with this previously recorded episode from the series Lead On in Season 3. Stephanie and Jo have selected a special collection of episodes that are particularly relevant to the times we are currently facing. Today Stephanie speaks with MIchelle Steffenhagen about the very practical methods of dealing with stress and anxiety. Check out Michelle’s website: Www.lifecoachingwithmichelle.com or find her on Facebook: Michelle Steffenhagen. Order Jo's Book "Ready to Rise" HERE Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadSt...2020-07-0645 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 23 - RACE #ReadyToRiseJo and Stephanie continue their conversations on "Ready to Rise". Today's powerful and deeply personal conversation centers on racial inequity and digs into choices and responsibilities during what they hope is a genuine turning point in our time. We Need to Talk About Race: Understanding the Black Experience in White Majority Churches - Ben Lindsay Symbolic Racism Harvard Survey University of MInnesota Redlining HIstory Order Jo's Book "Ready to Rise" HERE Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Face...2020-06-2257 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 22 - COVID-19 #ReadyToRiseJo and Stephanie continue their important and timely conversation around Jo's new book "Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step Into Your Influence" They start by asking the questions: What does it mean to get ready to rise during this time and why does it matter more now? Is this time the crucible for our purpose and calling? Order Jo's Book "Ready to Rise" HERE Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.jos...2020-06-1534 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 21 - What Jesus Says About Women #ReadyToRiseJo and Stephanie continue their discussion around Jo's book, Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step into Your Influence. Recorded earlier this year, they will spend time in the next few weeks giving you an overview of the book, but today's episode focuses on how Jesus views women, how he treats women and what he says about women. Listen today and be encouraged! Order Jo's Book "Ready to Rise" HERE Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Con...2020-06-0855 minLead Stories PodcastLead Voices with Jen Hatmaker - Race & Privilege and Being Fierce & FreeListen as special guest and friend, Jen Hatmaker talks with Jo and Stephanie on Lead Voices about race and privilege, as well as leadership during these extraordinary times. Don't miss this powerful and compelling conversation! Jen's new book "Fierce, Free and Full of Fire: The Guide to Being Glorious You" is available HERE Also, Order Jo's Book "Ready to Rise" HERE Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton 2020-06-0441 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 20 - Ready to RiseRecorded prior to the Coronovirus quarantine, Jo and Stephanie are pleased to release a series of conversations around Jo's newest book "Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step into Your Influence". Ready to Rise tackles the real-life issues—from harassment and sexism to self-doubt and loneliness—that can discourage and derail women from leading in the areas God has called them to. Order Jo's Book "Ready to Rise" HERE Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo...2020-06-0135 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 17 - What This Means For Your Team #COVID19andCALLING"We're all in this together, but not in the same boat." How can we engage the teams we lead or are a part of with vulnerability, empathy and assurance. Today, Jo and Stephanie take the things they addressed last week and apply them to the group context. Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically down...2020-05-1124 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 16 - COVID-19 and CallingJo and Stephanie begin a new series with a conversation looking at the things the Covid-19 crisis has unearthed and ask the question: What does our calling look like in the biggest plot twist so far? Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com2020-05-0445 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 15 - Growth in the Valley #leadershipinthevalleyToday, Jo and Stephanie wrap up the Leadership in the Valley series with a conversation about the opportunity for growth during times in the valley. Throughout the old testament, valleys are described and considered places that are fertile for growth. Listen to the compelling conclusion to this powerful series. Pre order Jo's Book - Ready To Rise and receive your free resource "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" https://www.josaxton.com/ The View from the Valley Bible.org Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox In...2020-04-2736 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 13 - Leadership In The Valley - Valley of GriefJo and Stephanie continue the series "Leadership in the Valley" focusing on "the Valley of Grief" sometimes known as "the valley of dry bones." Throughout the Bible we see the valley as a backdrop for the movement of God amongst His people and today's conversation is particularly relevant to what's going on right now in our world. Dwelling in the Word Exercise Read through twice Ezekial 37:1-14 Three questions to ask: What sticks out to you? What questions does this bring up? Is there anything that feels like it a...2020-04-1337 minLead Stories PodcastS08: Episode 13 - Leading In The Valley - Valley of FearJo and Stephanie begin a new series - Leading in the Valley. Throughout the Bible the theme of the valley as a backdrop or landscape for the movement of God amongst his people. Today's focus is the"Valley of Fear" Bible.org - The View From the Valley Lead Stories is partnering with Abide, the #1 Christian meditation app. Go to the Abide website to receive 25% off your Abide premium subscription of meditation and bedtime stories, for being a Lead Stories listener! Pre order Jo's Book - Ready To Rise and receive your free resourc...2020-04-0652 minLead Stories PodcastLEAD VOICES: Eugene ChoToday Stephanie talks with Eugene Cho, pastor, speaker, author, visionary and humanitarian. A son of Korean immigrants and a natural entrepreneur, Cho spends much of his time circling the globe speaking about the intersection of faith, justice, and leadership. Eugene's new book "Thou Shalt Not Be a Jerk: A Christian's Guide to Engaging in Politics" is available HERE. Lead Stories is partnering with Abide, the #1 Christian meditation app. Go to the Abide website to receive 25% off your Abide premium subscription of meditation and bedtime stories, for being a Lead Stories listener! Pre order Jo's Book - Re...2020-04-0237 minLead Stories PodcastSeason 08 - Episode 12 - How Are You, Really? Leading through a crisis with Jo #COVID19Stephanie and Jo check in by asking the question "How Are You Really?" Today Jo talks about how this has affected her personally and shares her thoughts on leading through this time of cultural earthquake. Lead Stories is partnering with Abide, the #1 Christian meditation app. Go to the Abide website to receive 25% off your Abide premium subscription of meditation and bedtime stories, for being a Lead Stories listener! Pre order Jo's Book - Ready To Rise and receive your free resource "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" https://www.josaxton.com/ Connect wit...2020-03-3040 minLead Stories PodcastSeason 08 - Episode 11 - How are you really? Leading Through a Crisis with Steph #COVID19Stephanie and Jo check in by asking the question "How Are You Really?" and share what's going on with her and her thoughts about leadership during this unprecedented time. Pre order Jo's Book - Ready To Rise and receive your free resource "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" https://www.josaxton.com/ Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Sub...2020-03-2643 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 8 - When You Hit Rock Bottom: Steph's StoryThe conversation continues around hitting rock bottom. Today, Stephanie shares her story. Lead Stories is brought to you by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com For other resources and podcasts head to: www.lead...2020-03-0943 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 7 - When You Hit Rock Bottom: Jo's StoryWhat does the way up from rock bottom look like? Listen today as Stephanie and Jo start a powerful conversation about a time when Jo journeyed from rock bottom to rebuild her life and step into a new calling. Lead Stories is brought to you by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to...2020-03-0250 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 6 - You Don't know All That Went Wrong Till You're GoneJo and Stephanie continue the two-part conversation today by recognizing that you don't know all that went wrong until you're gone. Lead Stories is brought to you by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com F...2020-02-2434 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 5 - You Don't Know What You Got Till It's GoneToday, Stephanie and Jo begin a two part conversation talking about regret. One of the things we can most deeply regret is not realizing what we had until it's not there anymore. Lead Stories is brought to you by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to you...2020-02-1739 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 4 - How to Stay #ShouldIStayOrShouldIGoYou've asked the right questions, you've talked to the right people and you've decided to stay. Today Stephanie and Jo continue the series with an important conversation about "How to Stay". Lead Stories is brought to you by Jo Saxton Leadership Coaching Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your de...2020-02-0322 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 3 - How to Go #DoIStayOrDoIGoI think I'm supposed to go...now what? Sometimes we shut down the right decision because we don't know the "how" of the right decision. You've answered the question "Should I stay or should I go" and today Stephanie and Jo talk about "How to Go" and the process steps you need to take. Lead Stories is sponsored by Josaxtonleadershipcoaching.com Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Ste...2020-01-2733 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 2 - How to Know #DoIStayOrDoIGoToday Stephanie and Jo start to peel away the layers by offering a series of questions to ask and examine to help you get the heart of the question "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" Questions to ask: Is there some toxicity I need to address? Is there something I need to say before I go, or if I say it can I then stay? Do I need to call it out, bring it to the surface or shine a light on it?Am I the person or a person who can do that?...2020-01-2037 minLead Stories PodcastS08 - Episode 1 - Do I Stay Or Do I Go?Season 8 kicks off with a brand new series "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" Have you been in a situation with a position, community, church, workplace or relationship where you’ve wrestled with the decision to leave or stay and stick it out? Stephanie and Jo start an important conversation around this timely question. Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subsc...2020-01-1329 min
The Table LeadershipStephanie Williams O'Brien- The Importance of Staying CuriousIn this episode Cyon is joined by Pastor Steph O’Brien. She shares with us the importance of self awareness, being action oriented, and why and how to ask and answer important questions. She shows us what it looks like to experiment with ideas in leadership and to create safe spaces for good conversations. We get to see what is involved in actually finding a good conversation partner. RESOURCES: "Stay Curious: How Questions and Doubt Can Save Your Faith" by Pastor Stephanie O’Brien. Stay curious with Pastor Steph at: www.pastorsteph.com Connect with The Table at www.the...2020-01-081h 04Lead Stories PodcastPreview of Season 8 - Coming January 2020!Stephanie and Jo give a brief preview Season 8! Jo Saxon Leadership Coaching begins Tuesday January 7 Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com For other resources and podcasts head to: www.leadstoriesmedia.com Don’t forget to check...2019-12-3003 minLead Stories PodcastBonus Resource - The Last 10 / The Next 10In this last episode of the decade, Jo and Stephanie are offering a bonus resource "The Last Ten, The Next Ten" giving you a chance to reflect on the last decade and look toward the next. A bird's eye view, if you will. Leadstoriesmedia.com/resources Get your copy of the 2019-2020 Hello / Goodbye digital workbook here! Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www...2019-12-1907 minLead Stories PodcastHow to Say Hello #hellogoodbyeToday Stephanie and Jo focus on the "hello" part as they continue with the Hello/Goodbye series. Saying "hello" can be exciting and invigorating, but also stretching, so tune in and hear about how to manage your "hello" for 2020! Get your copy of the 2019-2020 Hello / Goodbye digital workbook here! Hello Goodbye - the Beatles Jo Saxon Leadership Coaching next session begins Tuesday January 7 LeadStoriesMedia.com/resources Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Conne...2019-12-1627 min
The Stay Curious PodcastBetween Two Religions with Pastor Assad SaifPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Pastor Assad Saif, church planter and lead pastor of Orchard Community Church in San Diego, CA. Pastor Steph interviewed him during the Stay Curious tour stop in the area. He shares about life growing up in America with a father from Y...2019-12-0900 minLead Stories PodcastHow to Say Goodbye #hellogoodbyeToday Stephanie and Jo focus on the "goodbye" part as they continue with the Hello/Goodbye series. We have to learn how to say goodbye to the old if we're going to say hello to the new! Get your copy of the 2019-2020 Hello / Goodbye digital workbook here! LeadStoriesMedia.com/resources Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subs...2019-12-0923 minLead Stories PodcastLEAD VOICES: Brad and Heather Fox from HGTV's Stay or SellListen today as Stephanie talks with Brad and Heather Fox from HGTV's brand new show "Stay or Sell" Josaxtonleadershipcoaching.com Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically download to your device every week or listen at www.leadstoriespodcast.com www.leadstoriesmedia.com Don’t forget...2019-12-0245 minThe Stay Curious PodcastWorking Through Black and White Thinking with Camille and Tim McIntyrePastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Tim and Camille McIntyre who Pastor Oasis Church in NYC. They talk about their own wrestling with questions and the way that different generations process their doubts. To connect with Pastor Steph head to: StayCuriousMedia.com ...2019-11-0900 minThe Stay Curious PodcastThe Fear of Doubt with Pastor Russ JoycePastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Pastor Russ Joyce - Lead Pastor and Church Planter of Hope Brooklyn in New York City. Russ shares about the seasons of questions and doubts and how he learned to engage with doubt rather than live in fear of doubt. ...2019-10-3100 minLead Stories PodcastBONUS Lead Voices Episode: Sarah Bessey #wewontgohomeThis is a special Lead Voices conversation with bestselling author, Sarah Bessey, who talks with Jo and Stephanie about her new book "Miracles and Other Reasonable Things", as well as a powerful interchange about current events in the church over the role of women in leadership and ministry. #wewontgohome Sarah is the author of the best-selling and critically acclaimed books “Jesus Feminist” and “Out of Sorts: Making Peace with an Evolving Faith.” Her latest book “Miracles and Other Reasonable Things” is now available for preorder and will be released in October 2019. You can find Sarah on Facebook, Twitter, and Ins...2019-10-231h 07
The Fascinating PodcastStay Curious with Stephanie Williams O-Brien - Fascinating Season 3Pastor and author Stephanie Williams O'Brien joins us to explore how to stay curious in faith. Why is curiosity good? And how to we cultivate a faithful curiosity? PLUS: we're mad about the ACTs
2019-10-141h 11Lead Stories PodcastSPECIAL EPISODE: Stay Curious - Jo's StoryThis a special cross-posted episode from the Stay Curious Podcast! Check out more conversations with like this anywhere you get your podcasts! Pastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Jo Saxton who is a speaker, author and leadership coach. Jo is the author of More Than Ench...2019-10-1441 minThe Stay Curious PodcastDepression and Doubt with Katelyn BeatyPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Katelyn Beaty who is a speaker, author and acquiring editor at Brazos Press. Katelyn is the author of A Woman's Place and has written many articles. Katelyn shares about a dark season of doubt when she ended up diagnosed with depression. Sh...2019-10-1200 minThe Stay Curious PodcastThe Question "Why" and Grief with Jo SaxtonPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Jo Saxton who is a speaker, author and leadership coach. Jo is the author of More Than Enchanting and The Dream of You. Jo shares about life growing up in the under resourced areas of London. She also shares about how gr...2019-10-0300 minLead Stories PodcastS07: Episode 8 - Plateaus and Comfort Zones #WhatGotYouHere #WontGetYouThereJo and Stephanie dig deeper into the #whatgotyouherewontgetyouthere conversation by looking at the things we can't do if we want to go from here to there. The things that need to shift or stop. Our tendencies that seem to get us to the next level, but actually prevent that from happening. For more information about Jo's once a month coaching forum, featuring an hour of content and an hour of questions and processing, beginning soon, go to josaxton.com Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitte...2019-09-2335 minLead Stories PodcastINTRODUCING - The Stay Curious PodcastPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts The Stay Curious Podcast, alongside her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions and Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this first episode Steph talks with Janet Hagberg, author of The Critical Journey, a book that was foundational to Stay Curious. Janet is also the host of a podcast names after her book... The Critical Journey Podcast - produced by... you guessed it - LEAD STORIES MEDIA! 2019-09-1953 minThe Stay Curious PodcastCultural Factors and Mental Illness with Kathy KhangPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Kathy Khang who is a speaker, author and activist. Kathy is the author of More Than Serving Tea and Raise Your Voice. Kathy shares about life growing up in an immigrant family and how that influenced her faith. She also shares...2019-09-1800 minLead Stories PodcastS07: Episode 7 - What Got You Here, Won't Get You ThereJo and Stephanie kick off a new series "What Got You Here, Won't Get You There" with a conversation about the need to ask God whether you need to let go of your "here" in order to get to the "there" He is calling you to. Today their challenge question is "What's your here - in the areas of work, team, family, fitness or interpersonal relationships?" Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @j...2019-09-1628 minThe Stay Curious PodcastWrestling With The Bible with Pastor Steve WiensPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Steve Wiens who is the author of two books, Beginnings and Whole. His next book will come out in 2020 - Shining Like The Sun: Seven Mindful Practices For Rekindling Your Faith. Pastor Steph credits Steve with helping her move from a p...2019-09-1600 minThe Stay Curious PodcastChurch Baggage and Faith Shifts with Amena BrownPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Amena Brown, author and spoken word artist. Her books include, Breaking Old Rhythms and How to Fix a Broken Record. She explores her faith with raw honesty in her conversation with Pastor Steph. To connect with Pastor Steph head...2019-09-1500 min
The Stay Curious PodcastThe Critical Journey with Janet HagbergPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. In this episode Steph talks with Janet Hagberg, author of multiple books including The Critical Journey which Steph explains is a cornerstone text for her book Stay Curious. Janet is a spiritual director with a huge heart and a brilliant mind, don't miss this episode and be...2019-09-1400 min
The Stay Curious PodcastIntroducing: The Stay Curious Podcast with Pastor StephPastor Steph Williams O'Brien hosts the The Stay Curious Podcast, adjacent to her book by the same name: Stay Curious - How Questions And Doubts Can Save Your Faith. Pastor Steph sits down with those who have experienced seasons of questions and doubts and their journey's from wandering to wondering. To connect with Pastor Steph head to: StayCuriousMedia.com PastorSteph.com Instagram @PastorSteph Twitter @PastorSteph Facebook @PastorSteph For more engaging content head to: LeadStoriesMedia.com2019-09-1300 minLead Stories PodcastS07: Episode 5 - Level Up Your Leadership Challenge!Jo and Stephanie have one final challenge from the series #levelupyourleadership SPECIAL RESOURCES: get the Level Up Guide offered at the 2019 Global Leadership Summit. Just text the words Level Up to 345-345. "Community" Specific Resource: www.LeadStoriesMedia.com/resources Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have the podcast automatically down...2019-09-0210 minLead Stories PodcastS07: Episode 4 - Community #LevelUpYourLeadershipJo and Stephanie wrap up the series #levelupyourleadership with a conversation about the importance of community as it relates to your leadership. As Jo says, "it really does take a village to raise a leader". Today's episode is full of practical advice about the relationships we want to look for in our lives, as well as the ones we want to avoid. Maximizing Your Tribe Episode SPECIAL RESOURCES: get the Level Up Guide offered at the 2019 Global Leadership Summit. Just text the words Level Up to 345-345. "Community" Specific Resource: www.LeadStoriesMedia.com/resour...2019-08-2637 minLead Stories PodcastS07: Episode 3 - Emotional and Spiritual Health #LevelUpYourLeadershipToday's episode deals with the integration and intersection of our psychological and spiritual health. Jo and Stephanie talk about the need to process the things that may be getting in the way of healthy mindfulness and share their own personal experiences in this important conversation. Ted Talk EMOTIONAL FIRST AID SPECIAL RESOURCE: get the Level Up Guide offered at the 2019 Global Leadership Summit. Just text the words Level Up to 345-345. Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast ...2019-08-1946 minLead Stories PodcastS07: Episode 1 - Identity #LevelUpYourLeadershipSeason 7 opens with a brand new series entitled "Level Up Your Leadership" Stephanie and Jo are again diving into engaging and insightful conversation about not only growing and stretching your leadership, but challenging us to take a step forward, where ever we are, to the next level. Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph: Twitter: @LeadStoriesVox Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com @pastorsteph Subscribe on iTunes to have t...2019-08-0529 minLead Stories PodcastPastor Edrin Williams - Jesus is Disruptive #SummerSermonSeriesToday's summer sermon series features Pastor Edrin Williams, Lead Pastor at Sanctuary Covenant Church in Minneapolis. His sermon "Jesus is Disruptive" is part of an 8 week sermon series entitled "Beautiful Outlaw" based on the book of the same name by John Eldridge. Sanctuary Covenant Church Beautiful Outlaw Sermon Series Beautiful Outlaw by John Eldridge 2019-07-0132 minLead Stories PodcastPastor Steph O'Brien - Jesus Meets You In Your Thought Life #SummerSermonSeries#SummerSermonSeries Next up, Pastor Stephanie continues in the "You are Here" series at Mill City Church with her sermon "Jesus Meets You in Your Thought Life. Further exploring the questions of how we recognize Jesus in our everyday life and everyday chaos. Full sermon series found HERE2019-06-1036 minLead Stories PodcastPastor Steph O'Brien - Jesus Meets You Where You Are #SummerSermonSeries#SummerSermonSeries First up in our Summer Sermon Series is a featured sermon given by Stephanie entitled Jesus Meets you Where You Are. Part of the series "You Are Here" at Mill City Church, this sermon focuses on the question: Do we recognize Jesus in our everyday spaces and our everyday chaos? Find other sermons in this series HERE 2019-06-0338 minLead Stories PodcastLead Voices Episode: Pastor Rachel BillupsListen today as Stephanie and Jo speak with Pastor Rachel Billups about leadership, identity and calling. Rachel is a visionary, leader and author. She currently serves as Pastor of Ginghamsburg Church and Lead Communicator. She partners with family and young adult ministries to dream and deploy discipleship opportunities for making young disciples of Jesus Christ. Rachel is an ordained Elder within the United Methodist Church and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Bible/religion and History from Anderson University and a Master of Divinity Degree from Duke Divinity School. Rachel is the author of Be Bold: Finding Your...2019-04-2539 minLead Stories PodcastS06 Episode 3 - Lead Voices - Jessica TurnerEnjoy this new episode of Lead Voices, the companion podcast to Lead Stories, featuring our friends who will inspire, challenge, stretch and encourage you. Today's guest is Jessica Turner author and blogger who lives with her husband, Matthew in Nashville, with their silly 6-year-old son Elias, spunky 3-year-old daughter, Adeline, and newborn son, Ezra. Jessica talks today with Jo and Stephanie about the challenges of juggling a full schedule of work, family, and friends. Contact: jessicanicoleturner@gmail.com http://www.themomcreative.com/ Books: Stretched Too Thin: How Working Moms Can Lose the...2019-01-2140 minLead Stories Podcast505: Episode 13 - Winter Sermon Series // Dr. Michael BinderToday's episode is a re-broadcast of an Advent sermon preached by Stephanie's Co-Pastor Michael Binder this December entitled "The Light of the World Radiates". The entire Advent series from Mill City Church can be found HERE Going into 2019, Jo and Steph are looking to equip leaders of teams and give them tools for leadership through the podcast and the online resources at www.leadstoriesmedia.com/resources.2018-12-3136 minLead Stories PodcastS05: Episode 12 - Winter Sermon Series // Pastor Steph O'BrienToday's episode is a re-broadcast of an Advent sermon Stephanie preached this December entitled "The Light of the World Orients". The entire Advent series from Mill City Church can be found HERE Going into 2019, Jo and Steph are looking to equip leaders of teams and give them tools for leadership through the podcast and the online resources at www.leadstoriesmedia.com/resources. 2018-12-2434 minLead Stories PodcastLead Voices: Katelyn Beaty - Author // EditorEnjoy this new episode of Lead Voices, the companion podcast to Lead Stories, featuring our friends who will inspire, challenge, stretch and encourage you. Today's guest is Katelyn Beaty author of the book "A Women's Place: A Christian Vision for Your Calling in the Office, the Home and the World" Katelyn is also the acquisition editor for Brazos Press, a division of Baker Books. She has written for The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and The New York Times and has commented on faith and culture for CNN, ABC, NPR, the Associated Press, Religion News Service, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, and...2018-12-0642 minLead Stories PodcastS05: Episode 3 - The Value of Coaching with Claire Williams // Executive Leadership CoachJo and Steph talk with Claire Williams, an Executive Coach about what coaching looks like for her and how it is different from other types of leaders or advisors. Discussing the value of some very pertinent questions, Claire shares how she uses her coaching skills in both work and home life (with her four-year-old son!) and what success looks like for her as a coach. Check out CTI Co-active training Institute: (based worldwide) for 2-3 day and longer coaching programs: https://www.coactive.com/why-cti/cti-international Learning Journeys: https://www.learningjourneys.ne...2018-09-2434 minLead Stories PodcastSummer Sermon Series Ep. 11 - Reconciliation with Pastor Edrin WilliamsEdrin Williams is the Formation Pastor at Sanctuary Church in Minneapolis, working to create spaces for adults to Connect, Grow, & Serve in ways that draw them closer to God and other people. Today's episode features a powerful and engaging teaching from a recent sermon series entitled Mission Friends. Bio excerpt: Beyond my work at Sanctuary, I am passionate about developing leaders of all ages who will impact society from their sphere of influence. I love writing and speaking! I am at my best when I’m using biblical teaching, humor, storytelling and my background in the humanities & social sciences...2018-08-1336 minLead Stories PodcastSummer Sermon Series Ep. 6 - Our Battle is Not Against Flesh and Blood by Pastor Steph O'BrienLead Stories Summer Sermon Series 2018 gives you an opportunity to hear some of the premiere voices from women in ministry and leadership today. This episode features a sermon recently given by Stephanie at Mill City Church as part of a series called Pick Your Battles. Stephanie begins this important conversation by noting that we sometimes focus on picking the battles that are in front of our face -our personal lives, our work lives or political spheres - forgetting that what is really going on is a deep spiritual battle that is perhaps unseen but has deep and v...2018-07-0938 minLead Stories PodcastSummer Sermon Series Ep. 2 - The Prophetic Leadership of Jesus by Pastor Steph O'BrienLead Stories Summer Sermon Series 2018 gives you an opportunity to hear some of the premiere voices from women in ministry and leadership today. This episode features a sermon recently given by Stephanie at Mill City Church as part of a series called Led By Jesus, which looked at Jesus as Servant, Teacher, Shepherd, Prophet, Judge, High Priest and King. Listen here as Stephanie talks about how Jesus speaks challenge into our lives as our Prophet Leader. To hear other sermons in this series follow this link: http://millcitychurch.com/sundays/sermons/series/led-by-jesus/ ...2018-06-1145 min
Sermonsmith95 – Stephanie Williams O’BrienStephanie is one of the founding lead pastors of Mill City Church in urban Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is also the Preaching and Ministry Communication professor at Bethel University and Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. Stephanie has opportunities to coach leaders around the country through speaking, coaching and her weekly podcast Lead Stories with her friend Jo Saxton. She is passionate about communities and individuals participating in the mission of God to the world. She is married to her husband, JD who is a filmmaker and they live in Northeast Minneapolis with their energetic dog, Chaco. Stephanie loves getting the chan...2018-06-0751 minLead Stories PodcastS02: Episode 35 - STIGMAS - Race with Edrin WilliamsJo and Steph continue the series on Stigmas and race today with Edrin Williams, who was born in South Carolina and now a pastor in The Sanctuary Covenant church in the Twin Cities. Listen in to hear how growing up in the South impacted Edrin’s childhood and raised early questions about race and how we can all become more inter-culturally competent as we lead others from different backgrounds and races. Sanctuarycov.org Www.edrinwilliams.com Also find Edrin on: Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook! 2017-06-1239 min
Lead Stories PodcastS01: Episode 53: Lead Stories Live from The Sheridan Story - Interview with Rob WilliamsThis week Jo and Steph are live from The Sheridan Story warehouse in Minneapolis, interviewing Rob Williams, the Executive director. After a call for help from a local school which had discovered children hoarding food on Fridays because of food insecurity over the weekends, The Sheridan Story began to provide Friday food packages to children in need. Working with local faith communities, The Sheridan Story enables them to partner with local schools providing the logistic know-how. They are now helping over 120 schools and 15,000 children in the Minneapolis area. In this inspiring in...2016-11-2853 min