The Giving Leader Podcast

Mental Health & The Church

Suicide is the third leading cause of death in students. Suicide and Depression increased by 60% between 2007 and 2018 (USA TODAY) and then 30% from that point through the COVID year. How are we addressing mental health in our churches? How are we providing real hope for our NextGen ministries? Charlie McMahan, Pastor of SouthBrook Christian Church and Founder of PlayersBox, joins Phil Ling for a revolutionary discussion about the reality of mental health issues and saving our students by identifying pressure points and offering hope in the storm.

Don Wilson & Leading In A Post-Pandemic World

Don Wilson joins Phil for an engaging conversation about leadership in a post-pandemic world. Don and his wife Sue started Christ's Church of the Valley (CCV) in the Phoenix area from their living room in 1982. Under his leadership, CCV grew to over 27,000 in weekly attendance at 8 campus locations and over 300 staff members in 2017 before Don transitioned to lead Accelerate Group. Don has worked with over 7,000 leaders. What challenges remain for church leaders? What opportunities for ministry are emerging as the world opens back up? Don't miss the launch to Season 3 and the Podcast downloaded by nearly 20,000 church leaders like you!

COVID-19 & The Church- Jon Weece Discusses The Reasons Behind Southland Christian Church Reopening

Churches across the country are asking the same questions- When should we reopen? How should we reopen? What will it look like when we reopen? 
Jon Weece leads Southland Christian Church, a community of 14,000 in Central Kentucky. Southland made a calculated decision to reopen. Lean in for a discussion about why they reopened, the discussions leading to that decision and what things look like now they are reopened as Jon joins Phil Ling on this week’s episode.

COVID-19 & The Church- What Phil Cooke Says About Your Online Platform & The Future of The Church

Phil Cooke has produced award winning TV and Film Programming in more than 60 countries. In the process he has been shot at, survived two military coups, fallen out of a helicopter, and in Africa, been threatened with prison. During that time- through his company Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles- he's helped some of the largest Christian and non-profit organizations in the world use the media to tell their story in a changing, disrupting culture. He's appeared on NBC, MSNBC, CNN, FOX News, CNBC, NY Times, LA Times, Wall Street Journal and more. What does Phil Cooke have to say about your online platforms during the COVID-19 shutdowns? What does he see for the future of church? Lean in for a great conversation between Phil Cooke and Phil Ling.

The Discipling Leader- Jeff McDaniel

With a 25 year career in the military, Jeff McDaniel helped launch over 1,000 churches and baptize over 10,000 people in West Africa. His passion for personal discipleship is inspiring to leaders and Christians in all walks of life. Lean in as he shares incredible experiences of sharing the hope of Jesus in predominantly Muslim societies and how you can apply it to your ministry today!

COVID-19 & The Church- An EXPERT Returns to Talk About Reopening

What's next? What does reopening mean for my church? What about the tension between reopening and a re-emerging medical threat? How will ministry change?
In 2008, Russ Fendley was asked by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and National Institute of Health (NIH) to participate in a national healthcare war game in Washington D.C., to recognize the needed response to a viral epidemic entering the country and the strategies necessary to combat the impact on our healthcare delivery system, economy and national security. Russ has over 30 years of experience in healthcare running hospitals, managed care organizations and as the Medicaid Commissioner for Kentucky. He is a Fellow with the National Governors Association and advises policy decisions nationwide. Lean in for an important conversation for your organization between Leadership Coach, Phil Ling, and Special Guest, Russ Fendley. No political agendas or spin. Just real dialogue.

COVID-19 & The CHURCH- Ministering to Exotic Dancers, Fighting Food Insecurity & Clothing the Homeless

One Ohio church's amazing response to the COVID-19 crisis. Lean in as Shawn Case, Executive Pastor of SouthBrook Christian Church in the Dayton, OH, area, joins Phil Ling to discuss ministry in the pandemic with sights on post-pandemic culture.

COVID-19: How Andy Wood & Echo Church Are Responding In Silicon Valley

Andy Wood planted and leads Echo Church, a multi-campus church reaching Silicon Valley. As the COVID-19 Crisis took off- the area was the epicenter for California cases and one of the first to Shelter In Place in the United States. Lean in as Andy discusses the Echo Church journey and what is happening through the crisis with Phil Ling.

COVID-19: The CARES Act & Your Church- You Qualify for Money

Does my church qualify for federal aid from the CARES (Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security) Act? Yes! Your church qualifies for aid that can be used for payroll, mortgage, utility and lease payments. Lean in as Tim Cooper joins Phil Ling to discuss the details and what your church should do today before it is too late!

COVID-19: REAL Dialogue with a REAL Expert

Will this last forever? What's next? Are the numbers real? What should we do for our families and organizations? In 2008, Russ Fendley was asked by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and National Institute of Health (NIH) to participate in a national healthcare war game in Washington D.C., to recognize the needed response to a viral epidemic entering the country and the strategies necessary to combat the impact on our healthcare delivery system, economy and national security. Russ has over 30 years of experience in healthcare running hospitals, managed care organizations and as the Medicaid Commissioner for Kentucky. He is a Fellow with the National Governors Association and advises policy decisions nationwide. Lean in for an important conversation for your organization between Leadership Coach, Phil Ling, and Special Guest, Russ Fendley. No political agendas or spin. Just real dialogue.