Podcasts about seven practices

Dan and Jordan begin a reading club (sort of) by starting to talk through "Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry" from the LCMS.If you'd like a copy of this resource, reach out to AFLC Youth Ministries, or head over to Amazon.

In this special mini-episode, Dr. Melissa Morriss-Olson takes listeners inside Chapter 6 of her book, IngenioUs Leadership: Creating Solutions to Wicked Problems in Higher Education.Through short, powerful audio clips from interviews with some of higher education's most visionary leaders, Melissa illustrates seven leadership practices that unleash true innovation in today's dynamic and demanding environment.These leaders are not only creative—they are disciplined, strategic, and deeply values-driven in how they innovate. Tune in for inspiring stories, practical insights, and bold reminders that innovation is a practice, a mindset, and a way of leading with purpose.

Mark and Julianna wrap up our series on the Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry with some ideas for practical use and next steps.   Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH Research from the Pacific Northwest District: https://nowlcms.org/resources/youth-leadership-initiative-survey/ 

In the final episode going through the Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry, we talk with Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann about helping youth understand vocation and how God has placed them to be His hands and feet in the world.   Bio: Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann serves as Vice President of Faith and Ministry and Chief Mission Officer for Concordia University, St. Paul. He also serves on the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for assisting the University in maintaining a strong institutional mission and identity as a Christ-centered Lutheran university. In his role, he oversees CSP Ministry and Church Relations and serves as the Chairperson for the Department of Theology and Ministry.  Dr. Koschmann assists his congregation, Jehovah Lutheran Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, as a pastor, liturgist, and Bible study teacher. He and his wife, Dr. Kara Koschmann, have three children. Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH Rev. Dr. Koschmann's Vocation Curriculum - https://www.youthesource.com/2019/07/bible-study-leading-lives-that-matter/  

Today we're diving into how to regain energy and confidence when life feels out of control.We're in the midst of our series: Seven Practices for Fostering Equanimity During Times of Change, and today's focus is the third chakra, Manipura—your center of power, motivation, and will.If change (or outright chaos) has left you feeling: ⚡️ Exhausted and unmotivated ⚡️ Stuck in avoidance or low energy ⚡️ Like you've lost your drive to take action…this episode is for you.I'll walk you through a simple journaling practice to rebuild confidence, plus a powerful breathwork and mantra exercise to reignite your solar plexus energy.

As young people hear countless messages about who they are, we want them to have a resilient identity in Christ. DCE Paul Nelson joins us to talk about how to help youth build that resiliency as they are disciples of Jesus for life.   Bio: DCE Paul Nelson currently serves at St. John's Lutheran in Buffalo, MN. He graduated from Concordia Nebraska and has served congregations for six years.   Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH

Rev. Dr. Peter Jurchen joins Mark and Julianna to talk about how youth ministry can help every young person to deeply understand their Baptismal Faith.   Bio: Rev. Dr. Peter Jurchen is an Assistant Professor of Lutheran Education and Faith Formation at Concordia University, Nebraska. Prior to that, he was an editor of Curriculum Resources at Concordia Publishing House. In addition to his MDiv, he has a Masters and Doctorate in Education. He enjoys the pursuit of lifelong learning and serves as the Editor for the Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry book. Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH

Today we continue our series Seven Practices for Fostering Equanimity During Times of Change by exploring the shadow energy of chakra two and how to navigate emotional waves with awareness and intention. I share insights from our first Chakra Savvy™ New Moon Intention session, where themes of releasing fear, embracing change, and stepping into personal power emerged. The next session is on February 27—join us at jessgoulding.com/chakrasavvy In this episode, I discuss how emotions are valuable messengers and why allowing yourself to feel can lead to transformation rather than overwhelm. I also guide you through a simple but powerful pranayama (breathwork) practice to help shift from emotional reactivity to grounded awareness. Want to go deeper? My full-spectrum course, Chakra Savvy: Reset Your Life Game Plan, is now available! Learn more at jessgoulding.com/chakrasavvy. Practice for the Week:Take a few minutes each day to practice ratio breathing with hands on chakra two: Inhale for 4 Hold for 2 Exhale for 6 Let's check in again next week! Until then, may you embrace your emotions as a means of communication between you and your inner self, and may you honor those emotions with acceptance and attention.  Much love Links & Resources:

Mark and Julianna dive into the fourth of seven practices in "Opportunities to Serve and Lead." Joining them is DCE KerriAnn Schmidt who works to empower her youth to serve and lead in their congregation.   Bio: DCE KerriAnn Schmidt started to serve Zion Lutheran Bellville in 2001 right after her graduation from Concordia Nebraska. She leads Zion's Family Ministry. Her passion is to help parents and grandparents bring the love of Jesus into their homes and provide education and events to help strengthen our families and community. KerriAnn's husband, JP, is a teacher at Zion Lutheran School. They have two young children.  Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH

Libby and Jeff talk about the practice of joy and how it helps manage anxiety.  For more information, visit www.genesisbegins.com

Welcome to Chakra Savvy, where knowledge becomes experience. In this episode, we're kicking off a new series: Seven Practices for Fostering Equanimity During Times of Change. Change is inevitable, but it often brings stress and uncertainty, leaving our nervous systems on high alert. How do you respond when life feels unstable? In this episode, we explore the shadow side of the root chakra—fear—and introduce a transformative antidote: the practice of beholding. Discover how simple acts of presence and observation can create profound shifts in your energy and mindset. Learn how the ancient yoga therapy practice of pradipaksa bhavanam (applying the opposite) can help you replace fear with equanimity. Understanding the shadow of the root chakra and its ties to fear, safety, and resources. How to counteract the shadow energy of muladhara by bringing yourself into the present moment. A guided practice in beholding: engage your senses, observe your surroundings, and reconnect with yourself. This week's homework: Practice being present to your life. Observe the objects and people around you with the energy of beholding. See how grounding yourself in the present can transform your relationship with change. May you behold, be held, love, and be loved in the life you have right now. More about Jessica: Website jessgoulding.com New Moon Intentions: Sign up for FREE and join the community at https://www.jessgoulding.com/chakrasavvy Access lots of chakra resources, leave a message, make a request at https://www.jessgoulding.com/podcast Resources: Chakra Savvy: Reset Your Life Game Plan ⁠Chakra Savvy Quickie Quiz⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠Chakra Check-In Self Assessment⁠ ⁠ Chakra Savvy Cheat Sheet ⁠ Embodiment Online Course. Harness the energy of chakra one, and set a new foundation built on connection, gratitude, and trust in the world. Use coupon code PODCAST! More resources, links, and a form for thoughts and questions are at ⁠Jessgoulding.com/podcast.⁠ Connect with Jess:  Facebook⁠⁠, @jessgyoga, and the Jess G Yoga Facebook Group, ⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠, @jessgyoga   YouTube⁠⁠ @jessgoulding LinkedIn: Jessica (Jess) Goulding  @jessgyoga TAGS awareness,  mindfulness,   self study,   svadyaya,   self awareness,    chakras,    yoga,   yoga therapy, self improvement, transformation, spirituality, self help, yoga, meditation, philosophy, psychology

In this episode, Kate and Jeff discuss the seven practices of peace and how they can help you cope with anxiety!   For more information, check out genesisbegins.com.

It's time to see how George and Amber-Rose Knight's challenges went! For those of you who didn't listen to the first episode with George and Amber-Rose, George Knight is a rewilder and, along with his wife, a co-founder of Beyond Domestication, a UK-based company specializing in nature retreats and rewilding walks. They guide people to learn about the Seven Practices through foraging, airbathing, barefoot movement, wild swimming and other natural practices. He is also a passionate trainer, connecting with individuals from various organizations across the UK and beyond.Find George and Amber-Rose Knight and Beyond Domestication online:Beyond Domestication on Instagramwww.beyond-domestication.comFind me online:This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shows.acast.com/solvefornatureBlog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://verdantgrowth.blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/verdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/VerdantGrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realverdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdant.growth ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdantgrowthofficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Brian King and DCE Emily Schatz join Mark and Julianna to talk about how we engage parents in youth ministry. Our conversation helps remind us to support and care for the parents of our youth as a part of youth ministry.   Bio: Pastor Brian King graduated with a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan before going to Seminary. He has served at Webster Gardens since 1998.  He and his wife Liz have two kids. He has never seen a documentary he didn't like.   DCE Emily Schatz graduated from Concordia University Chicago in 2016. She served in Washington and Colorado before joining the staff at Webster Gardens in 2021. Emily has focused on middle school and high school students in her congregations. Emily grew up in St. Louis and was excited to move back here with her husband and three daughters to be closer to her parents and extended family. Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH

Jeff and Billy begin discussing the seven practices of peace and what they mean in your life! For more information, visit www.genesisbegins.com.

We know that pastors, DCEs, teachers and other church workers play a special role as supportive adults for youth. Pastor Ben Meyer joins us to talk about how church workers can be supportive adults and create an environment that encourages other supportive adults.  Bio: Pastor Ben Meyer is pastor of Hope Lutheran Church in Sunbury, Ohio and the president of the Central Ohio Lutheran Immigrant Mission. He and his wife Christine have four children: Timothy, Lucy, Cooper, and Boaz. He also enjoys making BBQ in the backyard when time permits.  Resources: Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com. Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available at CPH Age to Age: An Intergenerational Study of Spiritual Practices by Pastor Meyer

Welcome back Family Shield Ministries folks with this Part 2 conversation with a precious part of the church, Julianna Schults. She is part of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Youth Ministry Department, and she is sharing her time with us about a book that she has just put together with a coworker of hers, Doctor Mark Kiesling. The reason why we're doing this is most congregations have a problem and that problem is your kids don't wanna come back. Your kids don't wanna come back because it's irrelevant, it's disconnected. And so we are excited to share this book with you, Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry. And we brought on one of the authors, Julianna Schults, as I mentioned and if you missed Part 1 of the conversation, she shared her absolute favorite out of the seven practices and it was a great conversation. Now you might be wondering, why did I come back? We already got the best one out of the way! Because there are six more so welcome back Julianna.

Welcome back lovely listeners to Family Shield Ministries podcast and radio show. This is Mark Femmel, the pastor in St Louis and cohost. I'm excited to have this conversation because almost every church I have ever met has a problem-a youth problem, and that is, when we just kind of do business as normal, our kids grow up and graduate from the faith. Sometimes that's right there at confirmation. Sometimes that's when they graduate high school and go off to college and we never see them again. And today we have a person who is a specialist-well trained, well educated, and well experienced. Juliana Schultz from Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Youth Ministry. There's a whole department to help us figure out how to do this better, and she has got the skillz, and that's with a z at the end as the kids say.

Guest: Patrick Thean: CEO Coach and Bestselling Author Patrick is the bestselling author of Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth, and now, he's here to talk about his latest book, The Journey to CEO Success: 7 Practices for High Growth Leadership. This book distills over 20 years of his executive coaching experience, offering battle-tested strategies that helped companies like AvidXchange reach billion-dollar valuations. Patrick's methods have been integrated into programs at EO/MIT and Cornell University, and his leadership tools have driven extraordinary success for many CEOs. In today's conversation, we'll unpack the seven practices every CEO needs to master, explore how to build world-class teams, and learn how to turn company culture into a competitive advantage. Get ready for some invaluable insights from one of the best in the business. Patrick, welcome to the show! Join us as we discuss how to turn company culture into a competitive advantage. Host: Jo Dodds

Guest: Patrick Thean: CEO Coach and Bestselling Author Patrick is the bestselling author of Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth, and now, he's here to talk about his latest book, The Journey to CEO Success: 7 Practices for High Growth Leadership. This book distills over 20 years of his executive coaching experience, offering battle-tested strategies that helped companies like AvidXchange reach billion-dollar valuations. Patrick's methods have been integrated into programs at EO/MIT and Cornell University, and his leadership tools have driven extraordinary success for many CEOs. In today's conversation, we'll unpack the seven practices every CEO needs to master, explore how to build world-class teams, and learn how to turn company culture into a competitive advantage. Get ready for some invaluable insights from one of the best in the business. Patrick, welcome to the show! Join us as we discuss how to turn company culture into a competitive advantage. Listen Live (Archive Available) Host: Jo Dodds

We believe every young person should have at least five Christian supportive adults in their lives. DCE Hailey Jo Miller comes on the podcast to talk about how she engages and encourages supportive adults in her youth ministry.   Bio: Hailey Jo is the Director of Student Ministry at Memorial Lutheran Church. She's served in ministry for 13 years and loves working with students to affirm their baptismal identity and connect God's word to their daily living. Her current hobby is cleaning up after her 5 children and saying "no" to the 59th snack of the day. Resources:  Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry avaliable at CPH  Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com.

Have you ever wanted to make a change - whether in your own life, or the world - and you felt powerless to make it happen?If you've experienced this feeling of STUCKNESS and you'd love to break free - this podcast episode is for you! ⚡️In this solo episode, you'll hear all about the 7 most common reasons I've found that leave people feeling powerless, and how to turn it around. Give it a listen and see what it opens up for you!IN THIS EPISODE I TALK ABOUT: How to create positive change in your own life and the worldWhat leads to feeling powerless and how to shift thatA practice to turn to when emotions feel overwhelmingWhat to do if you're in a doom spiral from watching the newsHow to choose what step to take next when it all feels overwhelmingTONGLEN MEDITATION:Access a guided tonglen meditation practice here: https://youtu.be/p-vDzazeoH8FREE CONSULTATION CALL:Looking for 1:1 support? Book a free consultation call here to see if coaching is right for you: https://ginacasbarro.com/ MORE ABOUT GINA CASBARRO:Gina Casbarro is a certified Life Designer®  coach and feng shui expert who empowers her clients to blaze their own path and design the life and space of their dreams.Gina's passion for coaching began as a manager at lululemon where she spent more than eight years coaching hundreds of people to develop as leaders and crush their goals. Her love of nature, symbolism, and intuition led her to feng shui. She now weaves these passions together to support her clients in aligning their mindset, their lifestyle, and their environment with their truest goals and values.To learn more about how 1:1 coaching could support YOU to follow your spark, book a free Consult Call at www.ginacasbarro.com.STAY CONNECTED WITH GINA:Website: https://ginacasbarro.comInstagram: @gina_casbarro TOOLS TO HELP YOU FOLLOW YOUR SPARK:Get free access to Gina's Top 15 Transformational Tools here: https://www.ginacasbarro.com/transformational-toolsMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com

Sarah, Erin, and Rachel welcome Julianna Shults to the Leading Ladies interview series, in which they seek to celebrate and learn from Lutheran women in notable positions of influence in the church and the world.     Julianna Shults is a fellow Lutheran lady and rostered Director of Christian Education (DCE), currently serving as program manager of resources and leadership for LCMS Youth Ministry. Previously, she served in congregational youth and family ministry and at the helm of the LCMS's Lutheran Young Adult Corps. She is co-author of Relationships Count: Engaging and Retaining Millennials and Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry (CPH), and she co-hosts the KFUO podcast End Goals.     Click to learn more about LCMS Youth Ministry, the LCMS Youth Gathering (registration opens November 1), or the End Goals podcast from KFUO.  Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.

Youth Ministry -What is most effective in the 21st Century? Inspiration for Congregations Patterns of congregational youth ministry which were emphasized 20 and 30 years ago are not as effective these days to engage with teens, children and young adults now. Research has shown what church leaders and volunteers ought to emphasize now. The measurement they used:  what was distinctive in churches where students were still active in a congregation five to ten years later, long after they "graduated" from youth ministry. The Rev. Mark Kiessling is director for the national Youth Ministry Office of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. He tells Family Life News that ministry with young people which are geared mostly toward events and programs are not having the same impact with the current young generation. What is especially strong to influence He says many smaller and midsized churches fret over not having much of a traditional "youth program", if they even have one at all. However, smaller congregations actually have an advantage they can leverage: they are already good at relationships and personal connections. Listen to this conversation from the podcast player here, and consider sharing it with decision-makers in your congregation or regional network. -     -     -     - Their research and recommendations are contained in "Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry" which includes these priorities: + Every congregation offers Warmth, Challenge, and Grace overview & video:  youthesource.com/2019/07/healthy-congregations-have-warmth-challenge-grace/ + Every young person should be intentionally connected with 5 Supportive Adults overview & video:  youthesource.com/2019/07/healthy-congregations-have-supportive-adults/ + Every parent is supported, so they can engage effectively with these daughters and sons overview & video:  youthesource.com/2019/06/healthy-congregations-have-engaged-parents/ + Every young person is helped to discover their identity in Jesus Christ, as well as their unique calling and vocation overview & videos:  youthesource.com/seven-practices/     For further information: * Website     * Handout     * Video     * Book The LCMS is partnered with 194 congregations in New York, 81 in Pennsylvania, and about 6,000 across the nation. This is a podcast in our new series "Inspiration for Congregations" with insights from local, regional and national experts, to provide information and motivations for leaders and members of local churches.  Today's host is Family Life news producer Greg Gillispie.

As we dive into the Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry, Mark and Julianna are joined by DCE Angela Kollbaum to talk about what it means to have warmth, challenge, and grace.  Bio: Angela Kollbaum, DCE, PLMHP is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) and Certified Professional Counselor (CPC) in the state of Nebraska with Lutheran Family Service (LFS). She is a member of a Christian counseling team as a master's-level prepared mental health and marriage and family counselor. She serves clients in person in the Norfolk and Northeast Nebraska area. Angela also serves Nebraskans through telehealth. She also serves as the director of the LFS Church Worker Wellness Team to provide support, encouragement, and prayer for church workers throughout the LCMS. She is Called as the Director of Christian Education (DCE) at Trinity Lutheran Church in Madison, NE.  Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry avaliable at CPH: https://www.cph.org/seven-practices-of-healthy-youth-ministry?srsltid=AfmBOorekrYOVJEP-oK7TM9kmh8fOC_6Ob3v9S9unGIRdDp0RHxTlSTg Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com.

Mark and Julianna kick off a series that goes through each of the seven practices of youth ministry. But before they do, let's take a second to remember how we got these practices to begin with and what they are designed to do.  Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry avaliable at CPH: https://www.cph.org/seven-practices-of-healthy-youth-ministry?srsltid=AfmBOorekrYOVJEP-oK7TM9kmh8fOC_6Ob3v9S9unGIRdDp0RHxTlSTg  Find the LCMS Youth Ministry resource website at youthesource.com.

George Knight is a rewilder and, along with his wife, a co-founder of Beyond Domestication, a UK-based company specializing in nature retreats and rewilding walks. They guide people to learn about the Seven Practices through foraging, airbathing, barefoot movement, wild swimming and other natural practices. He is also a passionate trainer, connecting with individuals from various organizations across the UK and beyond.Find George and Amber-Rose Knight and Beyond Domestication online:www.beyond-domestication.comFind me online:This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shows.acast.com/solvefornatureBlog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://verdantgrowth.blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/verdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/VerdantGrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realverdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdant.growth ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdantgrowthofficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Rev. Mark Kiessling and Julianna Shults from the LCMS Youth Ministry office join host Elizabeth Pittman to discuss facilitating healthy youth ministry practices, as well as their new book, Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry, which outlines their insights into this topicGet a copy of their book at cph.org/seven-practices-of-healthy-youth-ministry. Show Notes:Wondering how to care for the youth in your congregation? Experiencing dwindling attendance or enthusiasm? Not sure how to measure the efficacy of your ministry? LCMS Youth Ministry staff members, Rev. Dr. Mark Kiessling and DCE Julianna Shults, are here to help, offering seven markers of healthy youth ministry. With these research-based, practical insights, you'll be empowered to take on the essential task of caring for teens in Jesus' name. Listen now as Mark and Julianna discuss the seven practices (not programs), their journey to writing a book, what's ahead for the Youth Ministry office, the Youth Gathering in 2025, and more. Get a copy of Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry on…cph.org AmazonQuestions:·         Tell us all about your new book.·         Were there any surprises during your research?·         Who did you write the book for?·         What are the seven practices not?·         What do the seven practices mean?·         If you had to spend some time digging into one of the seven, where would you                        start?·         What are some ways warmth, challenge, and grace look like in practice?·         Talk about the idea of resilience, identity, and Christ as one of the practices.·         What do you say to youth leaders who have read your book and ask “So, what                         now?”·         Tell us about what's coming for the Youth Ministry office. About the Guests:The Rev. Mark R. Kiessling serves as the director of LCMS Youth Ministry. In that role, he supports the leadership, service, resourcing, and networking functions of LCMS Youth Ministry. Kiessling graduated from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis in 2006 and was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters from there in 2020. Kiessling is married to Beth (Timm), who teaches Preschool at Christ Community Lutheran School in Kirkwood, Mo.Julianna Shults serves as Program Manager for Resources and Leadership for LCMS Youth Ministry. Her work includes managing YouthESource.com and LCMS YouthLead along with other research and resourcing. She graduated from Concordia University Seward in 2005 with a BA in Psychology and Director of Christian Education Certification. As a DCE, she has served both Hope Lutheran in Plant City, FL and St. Paul Lutheran in Chicago, IL. With a lo

Join us today for the last message in our series, The Way: Seven Practices of Jesus Followers, as Pastor Alan reviews all seven practices with a special emphasis on the seventh: Invite. Each of us has the opportunity to change another person's future every day. Come learn how your choice to invite others can make an eternal difference for them.

As we continue in our "The Way; Seven Practices of Jesus Followers" series, we come to the 6th practice, Serving. Jesus, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords declared, "For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many" (Mark 10:45). In our attempt to follow Jesus and become more like him we must wrestle with the question, 'Am I a servant?'. Join us today as Pastor Daniel gives us some Biblical advice on how to become a servant.Mark 10:45

Many things are happening right now with LCMS Youth Ministry! Rev. Mark Kiessling — Director of LCMS Youth Ministry, Julianna Shults, DCE — Program Manager for LCMS Youth Ministry, and Meredith Smith — Communications Specialist for LCMS Youth Ministry, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the latest book Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry available from Concordia Publishing House, what healthy youth ministry is and is not, the upcoming National24 Conference, the open application window for Gathering Ambassadors, and what's coming up next on the End Goals podcast.  Resources in this episode: Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry: cph.org/seven-practices-of-healthy-youth-ministry National24: lcmsgathering.com/national24 Gathering Ambassadors: lcmsgathering.com/volunteer End Goals Podcast: kfuo.org/category/lcms-youth-ministry-end-goals

Join us today as we discover the biblical practice of joyful giving. Millions of Christians throughout history have discovered how God is true to his Word, "Give and it shall be given to you." Pastor Alan will share the biblical principles of handling our resources in God's way, bringing abundant living.  Luke 6:39

Join us today as we resume our message series, The Way: Seven Practices of Jesus Followers, and we will look at the fourth practice: Prayer. The Creator and Sustainer of the universe invites us to bring our requests to him. Think about what that means for us! Yet, many of us struggle to have a consistent and meaningful prayer. Pastor Alan will share a biblical and practical way to make powerful prayer a regular part of your life.  This is a Communion Sunday, so don't forget to prepare your elements to join us as we do Communion together.

The growth process is exciting and rewarding but can also be challenging, which can encourage some and deter others. We grow through the influences and spaces we experience and have the choice to grow spiritually.  Join us today as Pastor Candace shares through examining the scriptures how God encourages us and provides the practical resources for us to continue to grow with God in relationship, to know His power in and through us, and to see the purpose we have as witnesses for His Kingdom.

Jesus told us the two most important commandments are to love God with all of our hearts, souls, and minds and to love our neighbors as ourselves. Love must be a critical practice - not just an emotion or an idea - for those who want to follow Jesus.  Join us today as Pastor Alan explains how we can live the lives of love that Jesus wants to see in us.

Join us today as we begin a new sermon series. Over the next two months, we will learn seven habits and behaviors vital for everyone who wants to follow Jesus. Our first week will look at worship. What does it mean to worship? Why is worship so important? How do we worship Jesus in our daily lives? Come and grow with us in your relationship with Jesus. This Sunday will be Communion Sunday. If you are joining with us online you can get your elements ready for us to take Communion together.

This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do'on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 29, 2022 as part of the second Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 24 of this talk series the Reverends conclude discussion of the Seven Practices of the Bodhisattva.   If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do'on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 29, 2022 as part of the second Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 23 of this talk series the Reverends continue discussing the Seven Practices of the Bodhisattva.   If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do'on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 1, 2022 as part of the first Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 22 of this talk series the Reverends continue discussing the Seven Practices of the Bodhisattva.   If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do'on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 1, 2022 as part of the first Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 21 of this talk series the Reverends begin discussing the Seven Practices of the Bodhisattva.   If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

Elle Russ chats with Marc Lesser - a speaker, facilitator, workshop leader, and executive coach. He is the author of four books, including Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen, and CEO of ZBA Associates, an executive development and leadership consulting company. Lesser helped develop the world-renowned Search Inside Yourself (SIY) program within Google and was director of Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, the oldest Zen monastery in the Western world. He lives in Marin County, California, and leads Mill Valley Zen, a weekly meditation group. Learn more at MarcLesser.net   SELECTED LINKS: https://www.elleruss.com/ https://marclesser.net/    

Season Premiere: Ethan Sawyer, founder of College Essay Guy, kicks off Season 8 of the ALP and we quickly learn it's not about the essay ... it's about figuring out who you are and what you care about. We talk about the applicability of Ethan's discovery exercises to everybody (not just college applicants), why Ethan might be the perfect candidate to interview Ken someday, and what roles Jesus and diapers play in the origin story of College Essay Guy.ReferencesCollege admission resources following the SCOTUS decision to end race-conscious admission decisions.Is it “Okay” to Write about Race in Your College Application—And, If So, How?This guide offers practical advice for students and counselors, including examples of essays by students who chose to discuss race and its impact on their character and unique abilities.The “If You Really, Really Knew Me” Exercise (Template) This practical, comprehensive exercise helps you (and your students) generate a list of identities, skills, qualities, and skills they can share with colleges. It's one of the  favorites at College Essay Guy—if you use it, just give 'em a shout-out. :)The Social Identities Exercise (Template) This exercise is another favorite and is useful for helping students think about diversity and identity in both broader and more nuanced ways. Includes a guide for counselors, facilitators, and parents.Books referenced: Rocket Fuel and Reinventing Organizations: A Guide to Creating Organizations Inspired by the Next Stage in Human Consciousness.Interested in checking out Ethan's voice over work?Rapid DescentWalkout song: U Don't Have to Call by UsherBest recent read: Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader by Marc LesserEager to read next: Ethan's taking recommendations here.Favorite podcast: We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon DoyleFavorite thing to make in the kitchen: BruschetaTaking and keeping notes: Apple NotesMemorable bit of advice: "You can give it all away, and it's still not you." (From Steve Antonoff)Bucket list: Do a long silent meditation retreat "like 10 days."The ALP is supported by RHB. Music arranged by Ryan Anselment

In this fast-paced world, who doesn't feel overwhelmed by busyness? There's nothing quite so American as the stress we put on (and really, the stress caused by) doing more and thinking bigger. That's why, today, I want to talk about a transformative insight that I just came up with: Less is More! All joking aside, this is an aphorism that has been thrown around for almost a century now, and yet, it seems that simplifying our lives is easier said than done. So, let's delve into the beauty of simplicity and how it can enhance all areas of your life. By focusing on what truly matters, we can experience deeper connections with our loved ones, a clearer path to spiritual growth in our parishes, and a more balanced and fulfilling life. In today's episode, you will: * Discover how simplifying family activities can create stronger connections. * Learn how taking small, meaningful steps in faith can be more impactful than overwhelming routines. * Explore surprising research revealing that a simpler approach to programming within a parish can lead to more meaningful spiritual growth. * Reflect on the idea that "less is more" in your personal life, and how embracing simplicity can lead to a more purposeful life, driven by faith and God's will. To further explore this concept, I highly recommend The Seven Practices of Effective Ministry (https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Practices-Effective-Ministry-Stanley/dp/1590523733/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2AETNC9C204Q2&keywords=7+practices+of+effective+ministry+by+andy+stanley&qid=1695055020&sprefix=7+pract%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-1), The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry (https://www.amazon.com/Ruthless-Elimination-Hurry-Emotionally-Spiritually/dp/0525653090/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=616991539103&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9024584&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2305513497639176263&hvtargid=kwd-775130631079&hydadcr=27459_14594963&keywords=ruthless+elimination+of+hurry&qid=1695054923&sr=8-1), and Simple Church: Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples (https://equip.archomaha.org/wp-admin/Returning%20to%20God's%20Process%20for%20Making%20Disciples). For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/. A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

Welcome, dear readers of Inside Personal Growth, to a journey into the world of profound personal transformation and the exploration of our inner potential. Today, we have the distinct privilege of delving into the transformative concepts of his book "Neurodharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness" with a returning author Dr. Rick Hanson, a leading figure in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, and personal growth.

Marc Lesser shows how to navigate difficult emotions and conversations to build thriving relationships. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why we shouldn't be afraid of conflict. 2) The one question you need to ask when dealing with difficult people. 3) How to assess any relationship in 4 words. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep887 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARC — Marc Lesser is a speaker, facilitator, workshop leader, and executive coach. He is the author of four books, including Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen, and CEO of ZBA Associates, an executive development and leadership consulting company. Lesser helped develop the world-renowned Search Inside Yourself (SIY) program within Google and was director of Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, the oldest Zen monastery in the Western world. He lives in Marin County, California, and leads Mill Valley Zen, a weekly meditation group. • Book: Finding Clarity: How Compassionate Accountability Builds Vibrant Relationships, Thriving Workplaces, and Meaningful Lives • Website: MarcLesser.net — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila Heen See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the foundations of being able to act skillfully with others is by deep breathing, giving us time to interrupt the emotional hijacking of the reactive brain. Also, included in this dialogue is the announcement of the Global Compassion Coalition in which people can come together to create a world in which people and nature are cared for and thrive. Rick Hanson, Ph.D. is a psychologist, senior fellow at the University of California, Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, and a summa cum laude graduate of UCLA. He's founder of the Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom. Also, the founder and president of the Global Compassion Coalition. He is the author of Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom (New Harbinger 2009), Just One Thing: Developing a Buddha Brain One Simple Practice at a Time (New Harbinger 2011), Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence (Harmony Books 2013), Meditations to Change Your Brain - CD Set (Sounds True 2009), Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength and Happiness (Harmony Books 2018), NeuroDharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness (Harmony Books 2020) and Making Great Relationships: Simple Practices for Solving Conflicts, Building Connections, and Fostering Love (Harmony Books 2023)Interview Date: 4/10/2023 Tags: Rick Hanson, compassion, deep breathing, resilience, positive neuroplasticity, inner-homelessness, chronic stress, inner refuge, speak wisely, nonviolence, Relationships, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Change/Politics

Marc Lesser is a CSO, executive coach, and Zen teacher known for his engaging, experiential presentations that integrate mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices and training. He is the CEO of ZBA Associates, an executive development and leadership consulting company, with a client roster that includes Google, Twitter, Genentech, San Francisco Airport, Kaiser Permanente, Global Fund for Women, and Beneficial State Bank.He founded and was CEO of three highly successful companies and has an MBA degree in business from New York University. Prior to his business and coaching career, he was a resident of the San Francisco Zen Center for ten years, and director of Tassajara, Zen Mountain Center, the first Zen monastery in the Western world.Marc helped develop the world-renowned Search Inside Yourself program within Google – a mindfulness-based emotional intelligence training for leaders which teaches the art of integrating mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and business savvy for creating great corporate cultures and a better world. Deeply rooted in science, the program has been taught to thousands of executives worldwide. Building on the success of the Search Inside Yourself program, Marc founded and served as CEO for 5 years of the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute, which offers programs, tools and content on mindfulness-based emotional intelligence, empathy, compassion, resilience, leadership with training programs in over 50 countries.Marc's books include Finding Clarity: How Compassionate Accountability Builds Vibrant Relationships, Thriving Workplaces, and Meaningful Lives, Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen, Know Yourself, Forget Yourself, Less: Accomplishing More By Doing Less, and Z.B.A. Zen of Business Administration.

As mindful leaders we can transform fear to hope and possibility, and move toward creating a life of more meaning and satisfaction.Author, speaker and Google executive Marc Lesser joins us on today's show to discuss his journey to becoming an authority in the realm of mindfulness and consciousness, best practices for balancing compassion and accountability at home or in the workplace, and mindful conflict resolution techniques.As Marc likes to say, "Be joyful, even after considering all the facts!"In this interview with Marc, you'll discover:-How Marc revolved from an insecure young man to a leader in awareness and consciousness...03:00-What does meditation actually do for us?...07:40-Centering, creating accountability, be it at the workplace or otherwise...11:20-What does "compassion towards yourself" mean?...14:10-We become embittered, but don't take the time to understand our counterparts...18:00-Cultures high in compassion, but low in accountability are not healthy cultures...20:12-"Be joyful, even though you've considered all the facts"....22:12-And much more...Resources mentioned:Marc's websiteFinding Clarity by Marc LesserAbout the guest:LinkedInMarc Lesser is a speaker, facilitator, workshop leader, and executive coach. He is the author of four books, including Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen, and CEO of ZBA Associates, an executive development and leadership consulting company. Lesser helped develop the world-renowned Search Inside Yourself (SIY) program within Google and was director of Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, the oldest Zen monastery in the Western world. He lives in Marin County, California, and leads Mill Valley Zen, a weekly meditation group. More information at www.MarcLesser.netOM HealsQuantum physics reveals that we are 99.9999% energy and only .00001% physical matter. When we flow, move, and balance blocked energies we hold, then our mind, body and soul return to its natural state of well being.We are committed to matching you with the best possible energy meta-cine practitioners to support your wellness with our customized algorithm. After each energy session, we will ask for your feedback on how well we are matchmaking you with energy practitioners so we may serve you as best as we can.Visit om-heals.com to learn more and to get started today!

#630: In this popular replay, Shann introduces Anxiety Slayer listeners to Zen Teacher and CEO, Marc Lesser. Marc is the Co-founder of the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute and the author of Seven practices of a mindful leader - Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen and several other books. He is also the host of the new Zen Bones Podcast.  We begin our conversation by talking about the origin of Marc's inspiration for writing his book and delve into the following topics.  How Marc's book can support business leaders who struggle with anxiety. The Dalai Lama and Anxiety How to begin a mindfulness practice The importance of connecting to our pain How simplifying your life can open you to more mindfulness You can get a copy of "Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader" at Amazon and wherever books are sold.