For the first time in history, the fastest-growing religious group in America is the “nones”—people who don’t identify with any religion. This presents a unique challenge for churches: How do you reach people that have little experience or familiarity with church? Senior Pastor Jason Strand joins Don and John to talk about Eagle Brook’s mission to reach people for Christ in the Twin Cities and beyond—and how to do it in an ever-changing world.
Money is a critical component of daily life. So why does the church have such a hard time talking about it? Whether you’re leading or attending a church, knowing the heart behind why you give is the key to the entire conversation. Special guest, Jim Johnson, joins Don and John to discuss why the best place to talk about money might be in church.
Whether you’re working with a brand-new team member or someone who’s been on staff for years, it’s important to know where they are in their leadership journey. When you do, you can take someone who is eager but unsure about how they can contribute and give them the opportunity to become a key decision-maker and innovative leader.
Every organization (including churches) has a brand—it’s how someone perceives us and would describe us to their friends. And we can either let everyone else define our brand for us, or we can be the ones to shape it. Being intentional about branding our organization around our mission and values lets us have the impact we truly desire. Listen in as we talk branding and the creative process with TJ Therrien, Eagle Brook’s creative director.
Without a doubt, the thing we are most passionate about at Eagle Brook is transformation. There’s nothing like witnessing someone find the freedom that only comes from knowing Jesus. But we know that’s just the beginning. As a person grows in faith, transformation continues. And that journey is what John and Don are talking about in this episode with special guest, Rachel Holvig.
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We all want to grow—we want to expand our business, increase our revenue, sell more coffee, or if you’re a church leader, reach more people for Christ. Remaining efficient is vitally important as we grow. In this episode, John and Don talk about organizational growth and efficiency. And why cheeseballs can help everyone understand the role they play.
View Don Graffam's presentation slides at the link below.
Organizations set themselves up for success when they invest in their staff and help them develop their God-given gifts and abilities. LeadershipX, a leadership development program, is one way Eagle Brook is equipping individuals to lead in their workplaces and the church. John and Don talk with two LeadershipX participants who share their experience and why it’s proven so valuable in their lives.
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Emerging technology creates unique opportunities for churches to reach more people. When Eagle Brook decided to launch online church in 2017, there was a lot to consider, and the conversation continues to evolve. John and Don sit down with Online Church Pastor Tim Williams to talk about why we do online church and what we think the future holds for churches in digital spaces.
Great leadership doesn’t happen overnight, and you can’t just stumble into it. It takes time, tenacity, and a good dose of humility. Don reflects on the leadership lessons he’s learned while working with Bob Merritt—who is retiring after 28 years as the senior pastor of Eagle Brook.
View Don Graffam's leadership lessons at the link below.
Strong communication and strong leadership go hand-in-hand. And as any good communicator will tell you, it takes more than just a few solid talking points to help motivate and inspire your audience. In this episode, John and Don are joined by Lino Lakes Campus Pastor Andrew Hermann. Listen in as they talk about how we can take our communication to the next level.
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In this episode of the Eagle Brook Leadership Podcast, John and Don talk about Eagle Brook's five staff commitments. Creating and maintaining a healthy staff culture is one of the most important pieces of being an influential organization where people love to work.
To access a PDF of the Eagle Brook Staff Commitments, view the link below.
In this episode of the Eagle Brook Leadership Podcast, John and Don talk about vision culture. More than a vision statement, a vision culture aims to answer six critical questions for your organization. Why is vision culture so important? It helps bring more significant alignment and direction to any organization, no matter the size of your team.
To access a PDF of the Vision Culture, view the link below.
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