by Stephen Hay | Aug 5, 2025 | Burnout, Discipleship, Leadership
Reclaiming the Beauty of Influence Without Burdening the Saints “Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them… the one who leads, with zeal.” – Romans 12:6,8 In church leadership circles, a mantra shows up everywhere, from sermons and...
by Stephen Hay | Mar 26, 2025 | Burnout, Discipleship, Leadership, Spiritual Formation
A Conversation That Clarified a Deeper Need Recently, I had the privilege of spending time with Paul Joiner, Director of Ministerial Wellbeing for Geneva Benefits. Paul has worn the mantle of pastoral leadership for decades. He has felt its weight. He has known its...
by Stephen Hay | Feb 26, 2025 | Discipleship, Leadership
I remember stepping into ministry for the first time, eyes wide with anticipation, heart fully surrendered. In those early days, the joy of discipling others was matched only by the anticipation of Sunday lunches. Leading people toward spiritual growth felt like...
by Stephen Hay | Jan 10, 2025 | Discipleship, Leadership
When I first stumbled upon the article “Take Your Anxiety to Church” on The Gospel Coalition’s website, my curiosity was piqued. As someone involved in church leadership for over two decades, I’ve seen my fair share of anxious hearts, sometimes my...
