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ServingLeaders PodcastLearning to Lead with Presence in a Fast-Paced Ministry World: A Conversation with Phil CarnuccioWhat does it look like to be fully present with people while juggling an energetic, growing ministry, family needs, and the endless demands of leadership? In this episode, Dave and Laura sit down with Pastor Phil Carnuccio, lead pastor of Providence Church in West Chester, PA, to explore what it means to be spiritually formed as a leader in ways that lead to healthy, fulfilling ministry without draining the life out of the leader. We discuss the tension between performing and being present, the pressure leaders carry to stay productive, the power of marriage as a channel of true...
2026-01-221h 15ServingLeaders PodcastThe Weary World Rejoices: Navigating the Complexity of the HolidaysChristmas is the most wonderful time of the year…sometimes. The holiday season can bring with it beautiful and sweet moments of joy and meaning. Yet it also opens the door to many other emotions, highlighting our grief, landing us in disappointment, increasing pressure, and exposing us to challenging relationships. In this special episode with Dave Wiedis, Penny Freeman, Jon Sovocool, and Laura Yoder, we explore some of the complexities of the holiday season, and practical ways to navigate those challenges, leaning on the presence of Jesus with us. This is our last podcast of 2025, but stay co...
2025-12-181h 00ServingLeaders PodcastThe Right Help at the Right Time: Understanding the Difference Between Counseling, Coaching, and Spiritual Direction and When to Seek SupportIn a time where it seems like almost everyone is looking for help for their mental health, how do you know if YOU might need professional support? And what kind of support do you need? It can be difficult to discern when “normal” stress or challenges become unhealthy…and even harder to ask for help or know where to turn. In this practical episode, Laura Yoder sits down with ServingLeaders Clinical Director Jon Sovocool and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Betsy Burton to learn key signs indicating that you or someone you care for might need additional help and to exp...
2025-10-161h 22ServingLeaders PodcastExploring Generational Family Dynamics: A Conversation with Dr. Penny FreemanJoin us for a conversation with Dr. Penny Freeman, our Clinical Supervisor at ServingLeaders, to discuss the complex generational family dynamics that influence our lives. We talk about how to understand and have context for the differences and challenges we experience between us and our parents, grandparents, and children. We also talk about how to begin to change family dynamics over time and how to experience God’s redemption in even the hardest family challenges.Reflection QuestionsInformation about generations
2025-07-101h 09ServingLeaders PodcastFacing Down a Sexual Predator: An Interview with Nancy HicksIn this episode, Dave and Laura sit down with Nancy Hicks, a global speaker, author, and friend of ServingLeaders. Nancy shares the real story of her family's journey through exposing a sexual predator and navigating the complexity of doing this within their own church. You won't want to miss this honest conversation. Pre-order Dave's book here:On AmazonOn New Growth PressFind out more and get in contact with Nancy here: https://www.nancyhickscommunication.com/
2025-03-131h 06ServingLeaders PodcastHandling Anxiety: From Your World Falling Apart to Divine RestServingLeaders' Executive Director Dave Wiedis speaks about anxiety: what it is, why it seems to affect so many of us, and how to enter into divine rest.
2025-02-131h 46ServingLeaders Podcast(Rebroadcast) Navigating the Blessings and Challenges of the Holidays (Part 1)On this episode originally released in 2022, Dave Wiedis joins ServingLeaders’ Clinical Director Jon Sovocool, and Dr. Penny Freeman, Assistant Clinical Director, for a conversation about the common stressors of the holiday season and how to find and increase our emotional capacity and set up healthy boundaries.
2024-12-1927 minServingLeaders PodcastAnxiety and Intimacy with Jesus Part 2: Anxiety and the BodyIn this episode we continue our conversation with Sarah Ensslen and Sarah Loew and do a deeper dive into anxiety and body physiology. Learn some practical ways to help your body calm down from anxiety and prevent yourself from the harmful impact of long-term anxiety on the body. Get to know our counselors and read Sarah Ensslen's and Sarah Loew's bios here. https://www.servingleaders.org/our-teamHave a question or a comment? Email Laura Yoder at lyoder@servingleaders.org.
2024-10-1031 minServingLeaders PodcastAnxiety and Intimacy with Jesus Part 1: Intro to Anxiety and SpiritualityIn this episode we are joined by Sarah Ensslen and Sarah Loew, two experienced counselors on our ServingLeaders team to explore anxiety and how it integrates with spirituality. We start with a brief overview of anxiety and then move into how experiencing anxiety can be a pathway to deeper intimacy with Jesus. Check out Sarah Ensslen and Sarah Loew's bios here: https://www.servingleaders.org/our-teamQuick Tips Segment: Laura Yoder shares a resource for easily enjoying a refreshing time of connection with Jesus in a way that fits your busy life. Check out the P...
2024-10-0358 minServingLeaders PodcastSexual Wholeness Series Part 1: Opening a Complex ConversationNew Series: Sexual Wholeness - We open our series on sexual wholeness with two guests: ServingLeaders Clinical Director Jon Sovocool and missionary and counselor Carl Kishbaugh. In this episode we begin the conversation around sexual wholeness and explore both the challenges of these issues and key aspects to consider as we are leading people toward wholeness. Please share your questions with us so we can answer them on a listener Q&A episode coming up! You can submit your questions using the link below. Note that all questions will be anonymous. Questions Here
2024-07-2556 minServingLeaders PodcastGod, Beauty, and Spiritual Formation: A Conversation with Mark Potter Part 2We go deeper in our conversation with master artist, theologian and pastor Mark Potter. See images of Mark's work on the ServingLeaders Instagram page. Contact Mark at markedwinpotter@gmail.com. In this episode: MarriageLoneliness in ministryPornographyBeauty as a glimpse of the presence of GodBeauty of a human soul
2024-06-1354 minServingLeaders PodcastGod, Beauty, and Spiritual Formation: A Conversation with Mark Potter Part 1Enjoy part 1 of our conversation with artist, theologian and pastor Mark Potter as we explore spiritual formation as an artistic process with God as the ultimate artist. See images of Mark's work on the ServingLeaders Instagram page Contact Mark at markedwinpotter@gmail.comIn this episode-God as the artistBeing conformed to the image and likeness of JesusPressure to show up shiny, formed, and perfectHow God uses struggle and painHow to give ourselves to the spiritual formation process
2024-05-3049 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Long-Term Shepherd: Pastoring at the Same Church for a LifetimeOn this episode of the ServingLeaders Podcast, we interview Andy Farmer, a pastor who has experienced the unique blessings and challenges of pastoring at the same church for 30 years. In this episode-Growing as a leader and cultivating your inner lifeHandling criticism and relational dynamicsShepherding people through leaving your church with grace And more...
2024-03-211h 00ServingLeaders PodcastWise Pastoring in a Culture of Complexity - Part 2In this episode of the ServingLeaders podcast, we continue our conversation with Rick Marshall to explore what it means to lead with integrity, awareness, wisdom and self-care throughout cultural and political shifts.
2024-02-0732 minServingLeaders PodcastWise Pastoring in a Culture of Complexity - Part 1In this episode of the ServingLeaders podcast, join us as we have a conversation with Rick Marshall to explore what it means to lead with integrity, awareness, wisdom and self-care throughout cultural and political shifts.
2024-02-0237 minServingLeaders PodcastWise Pastoring in a Culture of Complexity - Part 2In this episode of the ServingLeaders podcast, we continue our conversation with Rick Marshall to explore what it means to lead with integrity, awareness, wisdom and self-care throughout cultural and political shifts.
2024-02-0132 minServingLeaders PodcastWise Pastoring in a Culture of Complexity - Part 1In this episode of the ServingLeaders podcast, join us as we have a conversation with Rick Marshall to explore what it means to lead with integrity, awareness, wisdom and self-care throughout cultural and political shifts.
2024-01-1839 minServingLeaders PodcastTalking About Trans Issues with Your Teen, Part 2: An Interview with Sam AndreadesServingLeaders Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, talks with pastor and author Sam Andreades about how to have an intelligent, wise, biblically based conversation about issues of Gender identity. Sam has just published a new book, "Across the Kitchen Table: Talking About Trans with Your Teen.” He has spent decades providing compassionate counsel on issues of gender from a Christian perspective and has much to offer those who want to learn more about these issues.
2023-10-1230 minServingLeaders PodcastTalking About Trans Issues with Your Teen, Part I: An Interview with Sam AndreadesServingLeaders Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, talks with pastor and author Sam Andreades about how to have an intelligent, wise, biblically based conversation about issues of gender identity. Sam has just published a new book, "Across the Kitchen Table: Talking About Trans with Your Teen.” He has spent decades providing compassionate counsel on issues of gender from a Christian perspective and has much to offer those who want to learn more about these issues.
2023-09-2841 minServingLeaders PodcastHow to Prevent Burnout: Tony Villafane Interviews Dave WiedisIn this episode of the ServingLeaders Podcast, Tony Villafane, Student and Leadership Development Pastor at Gateway Church in Parkesburg, PA, interviews Dave Wiedis about burnout: What it is, why it is dangerous, and how to prevent it. This podcast was originally broadcast on Gateway Church's Leadership Podcast.
2023-09-141h 06ServingLeaders PodcastHealthy Feelings, Thriving Faith: An Interview with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere (Rebroadcast)In this rebroadcasted episode, ServingLeaders Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, interviews Bill and Kristi Gualtiere on their brand new book on the Enneagram called, Healthy Feelings Thriving Faith: Growing Emotionally and Spiritually Through the Enneagram, releasing on September 5, 2023. Bill and Kristi are the founders of Soul Shepherding. Both are Therapists and Spiritual Directors with decades of experience in ministering to pastors and missionaries.To learn more about Healthy Feelings, Thriving Faith by Drs. Bill & Kristi Gaultiere, check out SoulShepherding.org/enneagram. You'll find their free Enneagram & Emotions Assessment, related resources, and special bonus gifts if you...
2023-08-2450 minServingLeaders PodcastWomen, Sexuality, and the Church: An Interview with Caitlin McCaffreyIn this episode, ServingLeaders Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, talks with Caitlin McCaffrey, the Director of Women's Ministry at Harvest USA, about the challenges women in the church face from sexual brokenness, porn, and sexual identity issues. Show Notes & Resources:After the Revolution by David Ayers- a helpful sociological overview of the landscape of evangelicals and sexual practice todaySexual Sanity for Women Harvest USA (HUSA) resource for small group discipleship for women struggling with sexual integritySexual Faithfulness HUSA resource for small group discipleship for women struggling with sexual i...
2023-08-171h 01ServingLeaders PodcastShepherding Well in a Culture of Contempt: An interview with Tucker Else Part 2In this podcast, ServingLeaders' Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, continues his interview with ServingLeaders' Ministry Director, Tucker Else, about the diverse challenges pastors face as they shepherd the church and engage a culture that often has contempt for the Gospel.
2023-07-2732 minServingLeaders PodcastShepherding Well in a Culture of Contempt: An interview with Tucker Else Part 1In this podcast, ServingLeaders' Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, interviews ServingLeaders' Ministry Director, Tucker Else, about the diverse challenges pastors face as they shepherd the church and engage a culture that often has contempt for the Gospel.
2023-07-2034 minServingLeaders PodcastHealthy Feelings, Thriving Faith: An Interview with Bill and Kristi GaultiereServingLeaders Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, interviews Bill and Kristi Gualtiere on their brand new book on the Enneagram called, "Healthy Feelings Thriving Faith: Growing Emotionally and Spiritually Through the Enneagram." Bill and Kristi are the founders of Soul Shepherding. Both are Therapists and Spiritual Directors with decades of experience in ministering to pastors and missionaries.
2023-05-0550 minServingLeaders PodcastHow to Respond When Leaders Stumble: An Interview with Joe WatkinsOn this episode, Joe Watkins hosts ServingLeaders' Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, on the television show, State of Independence, and interviews Dave on the reasons for and response to leadership failure.
2023-03-1526 minServingLeaders PodcastCommunity as the Context for Relational Healing: A Netzer Podcast with Dave WiedisIn this continuation of the conversation between ServingLeaders' Dave Wiedis and Netzer's Tim Doering, they unpack the healthy and unhealthy family dynamics within the church and ways to humbly work together as a community through difficult situations.
2023-02-1430 minServingLeaders PodcastSome of the Best Stories Are the Ones that Never Get Told: A Netzer Podcast with Dave WiedisFor this episode, ServingLeaders' Founder and Executive Director, Dave Wiedis, in collaboration with Netzer, has a robust conversation with Netzer's Tim Doering covering the unrealistic expectations placed on pastors, ways to identify toxic leadership, and good practices to foster healthy leadership.
2023-02-0727 minServingLeaders PodcastFrom Client to Counselor: A Testimonial with Sherin AbrahamOn this episode, you will hear a short testimonial from client-turned-counselor Sherin Abraham. She discusses her experience with ServingLeaders and how that ultimately led her to want to join our team.
2022-12-1506 minServingLeaders PodcastClient Testimonial: Navigating Ministry Leadership Transitions with Paul ReaderOn this episode, you will hear a short testimonial from Paul Reader, Director of Ministries at Great Valley Presbyterian Church, on how ServingLeaders helped him navigate through a difficult season of ministry leadership transition.
2022-12-1506 minServingLeaders PodcastCelebration Banquet 2022: Keynote Interview with Dave Wiedis, Phil Carnuccio, and Jim RhodesOn this episode, you will hear our keynote interview-style speech from our Annual Celebration Banquet. In this interview, Pastor Phil Carnuccio and former CRU Missions Leader Jim Rhodes discuss the heart of ServingLeaders Ministries and the many ways in which we have seen God's faithfulness through our work.
2022-12-1430 minServingLeaders PodcastNavigating the Blessings and Challenges of the Holidays (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis joins ServingLeaders’ Clinical Director Jon Sovocool, and Dr. Penny Freeman, Assistant Clinical Director, for a conversation about the common stressors of the holiday season and how to find and increase our emotional capacity and set up healthy boundaries.
2022-12-0227 minServingLeaders PodcastCreated for Connection: An Introduction to this Powerful Relationship WorkshopOn this episode, Dave Wiedis, ServingLeaders' Clinical Director Jon Sovocool, and Counselor Bob Fair discuss Created for Connection, a relationship workshop for couples. They talk about the "dance of disconnection" that all relationships can get caught in, and the tools they provide in this workshop to help relationships be more compassionate and understanding.
2022-11-0921 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Importance of Sabbatical - A Personal Reflection: With Dave Wiedis (Part II)On this episode, ServingLeaders' Communications Director Angela Carnuccio continues her interview with Dave Wiedis about his three-month sabbatical: how he knew it was time to take a sabbatical, what he learned, and how he planned it so as not to squander the gift.
2022-11-0123 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Importance of Sabbatical - A Personal Reflection: With Dave Wiedis (Part I)On this episode, ServingLeaders' Communications Director, Angela Carnuccio, interviews Dave Wiedis about his three-month sabbatical: how he knew it was time to take a sabbatical, what he learned, and how he planned it so as not to squander the gift.
2022-11-0123 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Importance of Pastoral Care for Missionaries: A Conversation with Our New Missionary Care & Counseling Associates, Carl & Caroline KishbaughOn this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with our new Missionary Care & Counseling Associates, the Kishbaughs, about their transition from international church planting to missionary care, counseling, debriefing, and intensives. They describe how to keep missionaries effective in ministry, and their vision for being on the ServingLeaders team.
2022-09-2353 minServingLeaders PodcastA Discussion on Holistic Christian Psychiatry: With Adam O'NeillOn this episode, ServingLeaders' Clinical Director Jon Sovocool interviews Adam O'Neill of O'Neill and Associates to discuss a Biblical view of mental health concerns, holistic psychiatry, and counseling.
2022-09-2031 minServingLeaders PodcastGetting Unstuck in Your Relationship with Food: With Dietitian Laura NagyOn this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with counselor and dietitian Laura Nagy about getting unstuck in your relationship with food and your body, and the ways that eating impact our emotional, spiritual, and physical health.
2022-06-0132 minServingLeaders PodcastAbstraction: A Conversation with Rick JamesOn this episode, Dave interviews Rick James, former Cru Press Publisher and Author, on the concept of abstraction and how we can be more mindful of it in order to better love and serve others.
2022-05-2729 minServingLeaders PodcastNavigating Gender and Sexual Identity Conflicts as a Christian: With Dr. Mark YarhouseOn this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews Dr. Mark Yarhouse, the Director of the Sexual & Gender Identity Institute at Wheaton College. They discuss the challenges of shepherding the church through the complexities presented by issues of gender identity and gender dysphoria.
2022-05-101h 01ServingLeaders PodcastA Conversation About Navigating Pastoral Burnout With Rob Campbell (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his conversation with Rob Campbell about his transition out of, and back into ministry leadership.
2022-04-2235 minServingLeaders PodcastA Conversation About Navigating Pastoral Burnout With Rob Campbell (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews pastor Rob Campbell of Bethel Baptist Church on facing the challenges of pastoral burnout and navigating leadership changes at his church.
2022-04-2234 minServingLeaders PodcastWhat is Truth? Fatal Pitfalls of Relativism and Subjectivism (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his teaching on why there must be absolute truth, and why moral relativism is a threat to our society. This was recorded at Providence Church in August 2016.
2022-04-0641 minServingLeaders PodcastWhat is Truth? Fatal Pitfalls of Relativism and Subjectivism (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis explains why there must be absolute truth, and why moral relativism is a threat to our society. This was recorded at Providence Church in July 2016.
2022-04-0547 minServingLeaders PodcastMotivations of the HeartOn this episode, Dave Wiedis teaches about our heart's motivations and ruling passions, and how to align them with the Gospel. This was recorded at Providence Church in March 2015.
2022-03-2834 minServingLeaders PodcastFaith, Science, and ReasonOn this episode, Dave Wiedis teaches that faith and science are not only able to be mutually inclusive, but that science and reason actually depend on and require faith. This was recorded at Providence Church in July 2015.
2022-03-0952 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Bully PulpitOn this episode, Dave Wiedis addresses how to identify, confront, and prevent toxic leadership in the church. This episode was recorded in May 2017.
2022-03-0745 minServingLeaders PodcastWhen a Pastor is Forced Out of Ministry for Plagiarism: An Interview About the Factors That Led to a Pastor's Resignation with Brett Hartman (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his conversation with Pastor Brett Hartman about the factors that led to his forced resignation and the process of repentance. If you would like to hear Brett’s testimonial please go to www.servingleaders.org/testimonials.
2022-03-0430 minServingLeaders PodcastWhen a Pastor is Forced Out of Ministry for Plagiarism: An Interview About the Factors That Led to a Pastor's Resignation with Brett Hartman (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews Pastor Brett Hartman about the factors that led to his forced resignation and the process of repentance. If you would like to hear Brett’s testimonial, please go to www.servingleaders.org/testimonials.
2022-03-0425 minServingLeaders PodcastClient Testimonial: Navigating Ministry Leadership Transition with Rob RodriguezOn this episode, you will hear a short testimonial from a counseling client, Pastor Rob Rodriguez, on navigating the difficult transition from being asked to step down from his leadership position to a new pastorate. To learn more about Rob, you can visit his website at revrobrodriguez.com.
2022-01-2704 minServingLeaders PodcastClient Testimonial: The Power Ripple Effect of Healthy Ministry Leadership with Mark StockelandOn this episode, you will hear a short testimonial from a counseling client, Mark Stockeland, Director of Haiti Bible Mission, on how ServingLeaders has helped his marriage, ministry, and staff.
2022-01-2705 minServingLeaders PodcastClient Testimonial: Navigating Toxic Leadership in Ministry with Matthew PietersOn this episode, you will hear a short testimonial from a counseling client, Matthew Pieters, Lead Pastor at BridgePoint Church in Indiana, on how ServingLeaders helped him navigate through a difficult season under toxic leadership.
2022-01-2603 minServingLeaders PodcastNavigating Sexual Misconduct While on the Mission Field: An Interview with Sarah RacineOn this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with Sarah Racine about her experience of sexual misconduct while on the mission field. To learn more about Sarah, you can visit her website at www.thetruthcollective.org.
2022-01-2543 minServingLeaders PodcastFrom Working with Billy Graham to Being a Local Pastor: A Conversation with Rick Marshall (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his conversation with Pastor Rick Marshall about the wisdom and lessons learned from working personally with Billy Graham, and his journey from international ministry to being a local pastor.
2022-01-0633 minServingLeaders PodcastFrom Working with Billy Graham to Being a Local Pastor: A Conversation with Rick Marshall (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with Pastor Rick Marshall about the wisdom and lessons learned from working personally with Billy Graham, and his journey from international ministry to becoming a local pastor.
2022-01-0332 minServingLeaders PodcastCounseling Sexual Abuse Survivors: With Ann Spooner (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his conversation with Ann Spooner about what a sexual abuse survivor can expect in therapy and the specific challenges they face as they address their abuse. This podcast will be of special interest to survivors, ministry leaders, family members and others who want to better understand how to effectively love and support survivors.
2021-12-1928 minServingLeaders PodcastCounseling Sexual Abuse Survivors: With Ann Spooner (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with ServingLeaders Counselor Ann Spooner about counseling survivors of sexual abuse and the specific challenges they face as they address their abuse. This podcast will be of special interest to survivors, ministry leaders, family members and others who want to better understand how to effectively love and support survivors.
2021-12-1531 min
revrobrodriguez.comServingLeaders TestimonialPastor Rob had the opportunity to give thanks to Dave Wiedis and his team at ServingLeaders, for all that they do to serve pastors and ministry leaders who are going through crises.
2021-12-1303 minServingLeaders PodcastMinistering to Others Through our Own Personal Suffering: An Interview with Nancy Hicks (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his conversation with Nancy Hicks about ministering to others through our own grief and loss.
2021-12-1038 minServingLeaders PodcastMinistering to Others Through our Own Personal Suffering: An Interview with Nancy Hicks (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with Nancy Hicks of Nancy Hicks Live about ministering to others through our own grief and suffering, and shares her own story of grieving the death of her son, David.
2021-12-0338 minServingLeaders PodcastLessons in Leadership: Six Core Values Fueling the Heart of Ministry: With Jim Rhodes (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis continues his conversation with missionary Jim Rhodes who provides lessons learned from 45 years of ministry leadership.
2021-11-1034 minServingLeaders PodcastLessons in Leadership: Six Core Values Fueling the Heart of Ministry: With Jim Rhodes (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews missionary Jim Rhodes who provides lessons learned from 45 years of ministry leadership.
2021-11-0536 minServingLeaders PodcastMinistry Leadership Abroad: A Conversation with Overseas ServingLeaders Counselor Sarah Ensslen in MexicoOn this episode, ServingLeaders' Clinical Director Jon Sovocool discusses life and ministry leadership in the cultural context of Mexico with virtual counselor Sarah Ensslen.
2021-10-2622 minServingLeaders PodcastWhat Leaders Need Most: Advocacy and Care for Ministry Leaders (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis and Joe Bruni continue the conversation about why and how ServingLeaders comes alongside Ministry Leaders with care and services for health and excellence with radio talk show host Bill Shishko. This episode was recorded in February 2018.
2021-10-2222 minServingLeaders PodcastWhat Leaders Need Most: Advocacy and Care for Ministry Leaders (Part 1)On this episode, you will hear ServingLeaders' Founder, Dave Wiedis, and COO Joe Bruni talk about their passion for seeing Ministry Leaders not just survive but thrive in their calling. This podcast is an excerpt from a February 2018 interview with pastor and radio talk show host Bill Shishko.
2021-10-1521 minServingLeaders PodcastFacing Down Terminal Illness in the Grace and Power of Christ: With Jim RhodesOn this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with missionary Jim Rhodes who provides pearls of wisdom about how he is finding strength in the power and grace of Christ through suffering while battling metastatic cancer.
2021-10-1537 minServingLeaders PodcastDave Wiedis on Making Moral Decisions in a Profoundly Immoral WorldOn this episode, you will hear Dave Wiedis discuss how to make Godly decisions even, and especially, when it's challenging. This episode was recorded at Goshen Baptist Church in June 2018.
2021-10-0847 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Attributes of GodOn this episode, you will hear Dave Wiedis talk about the attributes of God. This was recorded at Providence Church in January 2020.
2021-09-2238 minServingLeaders PodcastWhat Does it Mean and Look Like to Shepherd the Shepherds?On this episode, you will hear Joe Watkins, host of "State of Independence," interview ServingLeaders' COO Joe Bruni about the heart and vision of this ministry.
2021-09-1020 minServingLeaders PodcastGrieving Personal Tragedy While Leading Others: With Sharon BettersOn this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews Sharon Betters, co-founder of MARKINC, about grieving after the loss of her 16 year old son, Mark; and reconciling his death with the love and sovereignty of God.
2021-09-0332 minServingLeaders PodcastA Lifetime of Co-Laboring in Ministry: Lessons Learned from 50 Years of Being a Pastor’s Wife: With Sharon BettersOn this episode, Sharon Betters, author of Treasures of Encouragement and Treasures in Darkness, addresses the wealth of experiences and lessons learned from being a pastor's wife for nearly 50 years.
2021-08-1726 minServingLeaders PodcastAn Interview with Apologist John LennoxOn this episode, we have dug into the ServingLeaders' archives for this interview between Dave Wiedis and John Lennox. This was first recorded in 2013 on TBN's program Praise the Lord.
2021-07-3015 minServingLeaders PodcastA Counselor’s Perspective on Missionary Health: With Lindsay Kimball (Part 1)On this episode, you will hear ServingLeaders' Counselor Jon Sovocool talk with Lindsay Kimball, a licensed counselor and current Member Care Director of Serge, a global mission organization.
2021-07-2721 minServingLeaders PodcastA Counselor’s Perspective on Missionary Health: With Lindsay Kimball (Part 2)On this episode, Jon Sovocool continues his conversation with Lindsay Kimball about her mission background and work with Serge.
2021-07-2722 minServingLeaders PodcastA Biblical View of Aging: With Sharon BettersOn this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews Sharon Betters, author of Aging With Grace, about a Biblical view of aging.
2021-07-2233 minServingLeaders PodcastOvercoming Soul Fatigue (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis preaches at Providence Church about Soul Fatigue and burnout.
2021-07-2041 minServingLeaders PodcastOvercoming Soul Fatigue (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis finishes his two-part series at Providence Church on Soul Fatigue by explaining how we can start the journey of restoring our soul.
2021-07-2043 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Challenges and Rewards of Serving Abroad: A Conversation with Overseas Missionary Chris MoyerOn this episode, you will hear Dave Wiedis talk with Chris Moyer from World Team—a global mission agency dedicated to church planting among unreached people groups—about the challenges of growing up as the child of missionary parents in a different country.
2021-07-0934 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Holy Spirit in Christian Community: With Sarah Davies (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with Sarah Davies, one of the founding board members of ServingLeaders and current Head of Risk and Analytics at Nova Credit, about the importance of Christian community.
2021-07-0628 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Holy Spirit in Christian Community: With Sarah Davies (Part 2)On this episode, Dave Wiedis and Sarah Davies continue their conversation about her PhD research on the Holy Spirit in Christian community and effective church leadership.
2021-07-0626 minServingLeaders PodcastMediation: Finding Reconciliation in Broken RelationshipsOn this episode, Dave Wiedis talks with ServingLeaders' Wellness Coach Laura Nagy about the transforming process of mediations: moving from separation, hurt, and brokenness, to wholeness, forgiveness, and reunion.
2021-06-1029 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Blessings of Ministry: An Interview With Three Seasoned PastorsOn this episode, Dave Wiedis interviews three experienced pastors about the blessings of being in ministry leadership: Bob Guaglione of Calvary Chapel Delaware County; Phil Carnuccio of Providence Church in West Chester; and Kevin Flannery of Church of the Savior in Wayne. This episode was recorded in January 2021.
2021-06-0818 minServingLeaders PodcastSome Thoughts on the Equality Act (Part 1)Dave Wiedis talks with Pennsylvania Family Institute's COO & Chief Counsel Randy Wenger, and Director for Strategic Partnerships Kurt Weaver, about the Equality Act and how in an attempt to give freedoms to the marginalized in our society, it poses a threat to our religious liberties.
2021-05-2323 minServingLeaders PodcastSome Thoughts on the Equality Act (Part 2)Dave Wiedis, Randy Wenger, and Kurt Weaver continue their discussion on the Equality Act and what it will mean for schools, churches, and other institutions nation-wide if implemented.
2021-05-2336 minServingLeaders PodcastVocational Coaching in Ministry: With Chip Roper (Part 1)Join Dave Wiedis and vocational coach Chip Roper as they discuss challenges and joys of Chip’s transition from pastoral ministry to a new career in New York City.
2021-05-1329 minServingLeaders PodcastVocational Coaching in Ministry: With Chip Roper (Part 2)Join Dave Wiedis and vocational coach Chip Roper as they continue their discussion on how vocational assessment and coaching can help discern God’s will in ministry and career.
2021-05-1329 minServingLeaders PodcastHealth & Wellness in MinistryIn this conversation with ServingLeaders' Wellness Coach Laura Nagy, Dave Wiedis and Laura discuss the critical importance of stewarding your health and how that impacts effectiveness in ministry.
2021-05-0134 minServingLeaders PodcastJesus Loves the Leper (Part 2)In part 2 of Dave Wiedis's sermon series at Grace Bible Chapel, he continues the discussion about the compassion of God.
2021-04-1943 minServingLeaders PodcastJesus Loves the Leper (Part 1)On this episode, Dave Wiedis speaks at Grace Bible Chapel in Rising Sun, Maryland about having the boldness to come to Christ and allowing our "leprous" conditions to drive us to Him.
2021-04-1944 minServingLeaders PodcastWhen Leaders Get Depressed: With Bob Fair (Part 1)Dave Wiedis talks to Bob Fair, a professional counselor, about his own experience with depression and being in ministry.
2021-03-3032 minServingLeaders PodcastWhen Leaders Get Depressed: With Bob Fair (Part 2)In part 2 of Dave Wiedis's interview of Bob Fair, they continue their discussion on the nature of depression, why it happens to ministry leaders, and the best treatments for depression.
2021-03-3025 minServingLeaders PodcastProcessing the News About Ravi Zacharias: An Open Discussion (Part 1)On this episode, Dave hosts a forum for those shocked, confused, and disturbed by the revelations of the late Ravi Zacharias to process together how we should understand and think about his egregious actions.
2021-03-2329 minServingLeaders PodcastProcessing the News About Ravi Zacharias: An Open Discussion (Part 2)In part 2 of the webinar discussion on Ravi Zacharias, Dave answers some questions from the audience.
2021-03-2321 minServingLeaders PodcastThriving in Ministry: The Key Essentials: With Jim Rhodes (Part 2)In part 2 of Dave's interview of Jim Rhodes they continue their discussion on the key essentials for thriving in ministry.
2021-03-1027 minServingLeaders PodcastThriving in Ministry: The Key Essentials: With Jim Rhodes (Part 1)Dave interviews Jim Rhodes, who served as a missionary for over 40 years, on the key essentials for thriving in ministry.
2021-03-1029 minServingLeaders PodcastNavigating Church Leadership During COVID and the Election: An Interview with Three Seasoned PastorsDave interviews three experienced pastors about how they have led their church through this pandemic, and their thoughts on the political and turbulent climate.
2021-02-1259 minServingLeaders PodcastHandling Anxiety: Moving From Anxiety to Rest (Part 2)ServingLeaders' Executive Director Dave Wiedis speaks at Providence Church (West Chester, PA) about anxiety: what it is, why it seems to affect so many of us and to such great depths, and how to move into divine rest. This is part two of a two-part sermon series.
2021-01-1954 minServingLeaders PodcastHandling Anxiety: When Your World Feels Like It's Coming Apart (Part 1)ServingLeaders' Executive Director Dave Wiedis speaks at Providence Church (West Chester, PA) about anxiety: what it is, why it seems to affect so many of us and to such great depths, and what we can do to prevent and / or fight its prevalence in our lives. This is part one of a two-part sermon series.
2021-01-0846 minServingLeaders PodcastThe Start and Heart of ServingLeaders (Part 2)Welcome to part 2 of the first episode of the ServingLeaders Podcast. In this episode, you will hear ServingLeaders' Executive Director Dave Wiedis talk with Cru missionary staff of 40 years Jim Rhodes, about how and why ServingLeaders began.
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ServingLeaders PodcastThe Start and Heart of ServingLeaders (Part 1)Welcome to the first episode of the ServingLeaders Podcast. In this episode, you will hear ServingLeaders' Executive Director Dave Wiedis talk with Cru missionary staff of 40 years Jim Rhodes, about how and why ServingLeaders began.
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