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Episodes
Mar 26, 2020
Mar 26, 2020
1hr 4 min
On today's episode, Alan has a very rich discussion with Dr. Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International. Wess shares his story, the story of Compassion International, as well as valuable leadership lessons he's learned throughout his life. Wess often says, “Everything I really need to know to lead a multinational organization I learned from the poor, growing up in an African village.”
About Wess:
Dr. Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, is an internationally recognized advocate for children in poverty. As the son of missionaries to the Ivory Coast, Wess grew up as one of the village children cared for by a wise and loving African “extended family.” But his young heart was often broken as he watched his African friends die from the cruel ravages of poverty. Wess felt privileged to continue his parents’ commitment to the poor through the ministry of Compassion International.
Wess joined the staff of Compassion International in 1977 and worked with the ministry, both overseas and at headquarters. He served as President for 20 years.
Wess is a veteran, having served four years in the U.S. Army as a linguist in military intelligence.
Connect with Wess:
Twitter: Wess_Stafford
Books: https://amzn.to/2UxNfiw
Mar 24, 2020
Mar 24, 2020
47 min
On today's episode, Alan talks to Author and Pastor Greg Holder about conflict and how church leaders can lead with a posture of unity in mind in an age of divisiveness.
Greg Holder is an author, speaker, story-teller and lead pastor of The Crossing, a multi-site church in St. Louis, Missouri that reaches over 8,000 people. Greg is passionate about the local church and how God designed us to thrive in healthy community.
His leadership and influence has taken him around the globe, helping communities, churches, pastors, and leaders work towards spiritual, relational, and organizational health.
He is the author of The Genius of One, author/co-creator of Advent Conspiracy, and translator of the book of Jeremiah in The Voice Bible. He is also the host of Needledrop interviews on YouTube which showcase different Christian thought leaders as they discuss the culture, current events, and the Church.
Connect with Greg
Twitter: @gregholder_
Instagram: @gregholder_
Books: https://amzn.to/39flQXZ
www.gregholder.com
Mar 23, 2020
Mar 23, 2020
43 min
Our Stay Forth team has a partnership with Compassion International. A few times a year Alan travels with pastors to a Compassion project to see what God is doing and introduce their work to new leaders.
On this episode, Alan comes from the streets of Nicaragua and interviews a few leaders about their experience and highlights some music and poetry too.
If your church is interested in sponsoring children or planting churches reach out to Alan at alan@stayforth.com and he can connect you with the appropriate person at Compassion International.
Mar 20, 2020
Mar 20, 2020
28 min
Happy Friday!
As you're probably well aware, church leaders all across the country are having to figure out how to continue gathering in the wake of the Coronavirus. Using technology as a means to bring people together is now a necessity and is requiring many leaders to adapt in ways that until very recently were uncommon.
On today's bonus episode, Alan sits down with Garrett Gerhart, who serves as communications pastor at Life Bible Fellowship Church in Upland California. Alan and Garrett have a great conversation about how the church can use technology to continue being the church and engage in ministry despite our current situation.
Connect with Garrett
Mar 19, 2020
Mar 19, 2020
48 min
Everyone has an idea they're passionate about that they want to reach as many eyes, ears, and hearts as possible. But what do you do when you have a message that you can't afford not to share, but at the same time, you can't afford to go broke telling it?
On today's episode, Alan and Jonathan have a conversation about what it takes to get a message in front of as many people as possible while being good stewards with the resources you have at your disposal. They also share how they accidentally started High Touch Marketing to help businesses, non-profits, and ministries invest in practical marketing in a meaningful way.
Whether you're a business leader, church leader, or non-profit leader, you'll find great information that will help you add more reach to your idea and connect with more people in your context.
Connect with Alan and Jonathan
Mar 17, 2020
Mar 17, 2020
31 min
We are more jacked up than we could ever dare to admit but we're also more loved than we could ever imagine. Both of these things are true at the same time and that's where we should live.
On today's episode, Alan and David have a great discussion on the topic of identity and David unpacks 5 identity lies every leader faces at some point in their journey. We need to be self-aware of these lies and continually come back to them and assess where we're finding our identity.
What's the one thing in your life that you have to have in order to feel fulfillment?
Mar 16, 2020
Mar 16, 2020
12 min
Many businesses and organizations are implementing remote work policies in response to the Coronavirus and for many, working from home is a new experience full of challenges.
On today's episode, Alan and Jonathan Collier, the creative producer at Stay Forth Designs, have a very practical conversation about what it's like to work on a remote team and how to navigate the challenges that come with remote work as many people find themselves working remotely.
They address several challenges associated with remote work and offer practical tips and tools that anyone working from home can use to become more disciplined and focused during this season
We created a free resource to help you make the most while you navigate working from home.
Download it here: www.rightsideupleader.com
Mar 12, 2020
Mar 12, 2020
32 min
On Today's episode, we have Part 2 of our amazing conversation with Dean Williams who is the Executive Director of Corrections for the state of Colorado.
In part 2, Dean the problem with the current system that is not bringing dignity humanity and redemption to those who have been behind bars. He talks about the tensions that come leading in this situation, and how to lead with justice and mercy.
Dean also shares some of the reforms that are being instituted and how art, music, and the local church are making a positive impact.
If you know someone that has been impacted by incarceration please share this with them.
If you have a heart for prison reform and want more information on how you can get involved, send us an email to hello@stayforth.com