Clergy Wellbeing Down Under
Welcome to the official first podcast of the Centre for Effective Serving, a research and consulting organisation focused on vocational wellbeing, burnout prevention, and training. In Season 1 we are focussing on Clergy Wellbeing Down Under.
In today's fast-paced and demanding world, support for those who serve by leadership is more crucial than ever. However, the pressures and challenges that come with leadership roles can often lead to burnout and exhaustion, both mentally and physically. At the Centre for Effective Serving, we understand the significance of addressing these issues head-on to create a healthier and more productive leadership landscape.
In each episode we delve into the latest research and resources developed by our team of experts, who are dedicated to enhancing leadership wellbeing and fostering a supportive environment for leaders to thrive. Our podcast provides valuable insights, evidence-based strategies, and practical tips to help leaders and their families maintain their well-being, improve their resilience, and prevent burnout.
Join us as we bring on renowned experts in the fields of psychology, mental health, leadership, and well-being to share their knowledge and experiences. Through candid interviews and engaging discussions, we explore various topics, including stress management techniques, emotional intelligence, work-life integration, team building, and much more.
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in leadership well-being and burnout prevention by subscribing today.
Episodes
43 episodes
The mental health needs and profile of Bible College Students with Dr David Eagle
Dr David Eagle is an Associate Research Professor of Global Health and Sociology. He leads the Religion and Social Change Lab (RaSCL)
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The Science of John 10:10 With Dr Victor Counted
Dr. Victor Counted discusses the integration of positive psychology and Christian theology to understand and promote human flourishing from a faith-based perspective. Topics include Christian flourishing, spiritual maturity, attachment theory, ...
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When science agrees with religion with Dr Byron Johnson
Looking for gumption to persevere in ministry? Looking for spectacular evidence for the case of religion? Interested in what makes death row inmates flourish more than the global population? Debunking the Gallup Happiness report with the #1 cou...
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From Burnout to Flourishing with Dr Chris Adams
The Flourishing in Ministry project began over ten years ago at the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Matt Bloom, whose wife is a pastor, led a team of researchers (including Dr. Chris Adams, Executive Director) to develop insights about clergy wel...
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Caring for our physical bodies as clergy
Dr Matt Edwards has been a Doctor in the UK for over twenty years before transitioning to work with Thrive Worldwide with a vision to helping people and organisations to thrive. His role with Thrive h...
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Strategies That Work for Every Clergy and One That Matters Most for Married Clergy
Dr Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell, PhD, is a Professor of Global Health at Duke University and Director of the Duke Clergy Health Initiative, for which she has been the lead researcher since its inception in 2007. She is an expert in conducting clini...
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Immigration, Faith and Belonging
Dr. Allison Norton is Associate Professor of Migration Studies and Congregational Life at Hartford International University, where she directs the Pastoral Innovation Network of New England and co-directs the Hartford Institute for Religion Res...
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Faithfulness beyond giving and attendance - with Brian Foreman
Brian Foreman, with three decades of experience related to congregations as staff and support, he combines his theological, leadership and community engagement education with the practical experience of serving congregations, and he is most pas...
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When Harvard Partners the Church
Scaling Mental Health Support through Faith Communities: Insights from Dr. John NaslundDiscover how faith-based initiatives and community-led programs are transforming mental health outreach across diverse cultural settings, from I...
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Trauma and Moral Injury in Ministry
In this episode, Kristen Hydinger, a researcher at Boston University's Danielson Institute, shares insights into the unique mental health challenges faced by clergy and chaplains, emphasizing trauma, moral injury, and resilience factors. She di...
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Pastors NEED Intentional Support
Most pastors carry a heavier burden than many realize. After a near-breaking point during a Sunday service—overwhelmed by grief, exhaustion, and loneliness—Reverend Dr. Todd Adams openly shares how he hit rock bottom and found renewal. This epi...
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Season 3 Finale: The Common Table Story
The Common Table Colaborative StoryIn this episode, we explore the inspiring journey behind the Common Table, a groundbreaking ecumenical initiative fostering collaboration across Christian deno...
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Episode 1: Ministry Kids' Wellbeing Survey 2024 Results
In this kick-off episode, we dive into the heart of the Ministry Kids Wellbeing Survey to explore the main findings and what they reveal about the lives of children in ministry families. We unpack key themes that emerged from the survey, sheddi...
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Episode 2: What Stood Out to the Psychologists Behind the Ministry Kids' Survey
In this episode, we sit down with the psychologists who designed and analyzed the Ministry Kids Wellbeing Survey to uncover the key insights and findings that stood out to them. From surprising trends to eye-opening revelations, they share what...
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Episode 3: The Hidden Challenges and Strengths of Third Culture Kids (TCKs) with Tanya Crossman
Discover the hidden challenges and strengths of Third Culture Kids (TCKs), who grow up outside of their passport country, and how their unique experiences shapes their lives in unexpected ways. In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down wit...
Episode 4: Supporting Ministry Families with Neurodivergent Children with Tanya Crossman
How can you make church environments inclusive for neurodivergent children, especially those in ministry families serving abroad? Tanya Crossman brings part 2 to her interview with me and shares her lived, and expert insights on this critical t...
Episode 5: Growing Up Between Continents and Churches with Marsden Sampson
Growing up in the unique world of ministry life can shapes a child's perspective in unique ways. Marsden Sampson knows this journey intimately, being both a pastor's kid and a missionary kid. He recounts his story of traversing cultural landsca...
Episode 6: Navigating Parenting in Ministry Part 1 with Collett Smart
In this conversation, I speak with Collett Smart - psychologist, author and speaker in child and adoelscent mental health. Collett hosts the Raising Teens Podcast and is the author of "They'll be okay. 15 Conversations To Help Your Child Throug...
Episode 7: Navigating Parenting in Ministry Part 2 with Collett Smart
In this conversation, Collett Smart discuss the challenges and nuances of parenting in ministry, particularly focusing on the unique struggles faced by ministry kids. We explore themes of faith, identity, the importance of open communication, a...
The Pastor's Kid Part 1 with Barnabas Piper
Join me, Valerie Ling, as I sit down with Barnabas Piper, author, pastor and son of theologian John Piper, for a candid and helpful conversation about being a pastor's kid. Barnabas shares his personal story of navigating life as a pastor's kid...
The Pastor's Kid Part 2 with Barnabas Piper
Join me, Valerie Ling, for part 2, as I sit down with Barnabas Piper, author, pastor and son of theologian John Piper, for a candid and helpful conversation about being a pastor's kid. Barnabas shares his personal story of navigating life as a ...
Ministry Siblings: Anna Cox and Michael Jensen
Anna Cox who serves with Reach Australia and Michael Jensen (podcast co-host of With All Due Respect) are siblings who share their perspective growing up within the evangelical Christian Anglican com...
Season 2 Finale with Colin Buchanan! This one is for the kids!
Colin Buchanan ministers directly to our ministry kids addressing 7 of the top themes that came up from our survey. Honestly - this one is best seen on the video version because - well - Colin is in full view with all of the expressions, ...
A chapter turner with Valerie Ling
A message from Valerie as the next episodes get published.
In the Trenches: Understanding the Modern Pastoral Experience with Rev Archie Poulos
Join Rev Archie Poulos and myself as we explore this episode - 'In the Trenches: Understanding the Modern Pastoral Experience,' as we look at the complex world of church leadership. Archie is Head of Ministry (Moore Theological College) a...
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