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When it comes to work what is your Big Why? If you didn't need the money, would you keep your current job? Beyond the Check: Work, Life & Meaning, features a broad array of business people sharing insights about how their spirituality influences their career. Bay Area based host John Weems has spent more than half of his career in the business world and the other half in full time spiritual guidance as a pastor. John and his guests embrace diverse views.
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Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast

United Methodists of Greater New Jersey

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Welcome to the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast - the podcast that uncovers stories, equips leaders, and changes the world. Join hosts Gabby Corbett and James Lee, and their expert guests as they dive deep into the world of ministry, leadership, and faith. From practical tips for effective time management to thought-provoking discussions about the ethics of AI in ministry, we explore the issues that matter most to Christian leaders today. With inspiring interviews, powerful insigh ...
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Join us as we talk with Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr., distinguished professor of church leadership and senior consultant at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. Dr. Weems discusses his book "Sustaining While Disrupting" and the necessity of balancing tradition with innovation in congregational health.Introduction and Dr. Lovett Weems's BackgroundKey …
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In this episode, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Gil Rendle, a seasoned consultant and author, to discuss his latest book, "Countercultural: Subversive Resistance and the Neighborhood Congregation." Dr. Rendle shares his perspective on how congregations can resist cultural conformity and embrace their unique calling in today's society.Introduction and Dr…
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Join us as we talk with Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr., distinguished professor of church leadership and senior consultant at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. Dr. Weems discusses his book "Sustaining While Disrupting" and the necessity of balancing tradition with innovation in congregational health.Resources:Purchase "Sustaining While Disrupting" b…
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Welcome to Episode 415 of the Uncovered Dish Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson, the General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ (UCC), join us. Rev. Dr. Thompson is a trailblazer in church leadership and social justice advocacy, and she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conver…
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Join us for another enlightening episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast! Our guest, Dr. Sarah B. Drummond, Founding Dean of Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School, shares invaluable insights into the dynamic nature of change in ministry leadership. We explore the significance of clarity, evaluation systems, and dynamic …
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Our guest this week is Rev. Dr. John Huh, who serves as the Bryant M. Kirkland Dean of the Chapel and Vice President for Student Life at Princeton Theological Seminary. Dr. Huh id not only a trained counselor but also an experienced church planter and a pastor at heart, committed to guiding and supporting individuals and communities through life's …
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In this enlightening episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Lillie Edwards, the Leadership Board Chair of The Mark (St. Mark's United Methodist Church) in Montclair, NJ. The Mark recently embarked on a transformational journey, transitioning from a traditional committee structure to a simplified and account…
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In the latest episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we welcome Dr. Darryl W. Stephens—a foremost voice on the Call to the Diaconate and bivocational ministry within the United Methodist Church. As the UMC faces a time of transformation and redefinition, Dr. Stephens delves into the unique and pivotal role of UMC Deacons, emphasizing their bridge-b…
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In the wake of COVID-19, we witnessed a significant rise in pastors stepping away from their roles, with many retiring early or leaving ministry altogether. In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we explore this phenomenon with Andrew Ryoo, a former pastor who navigated profound challenges within the church community and eventually left the…
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In this fresh episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we're joined by Rev. Lydia Sohn—renowned Korean American minister and writer gearing up to inspire at the IGNITE Conference. As churches navigate the post-COVID world and the waves of the "Great Pastor Resignation," Rev. Sohn unpacks the immense responsibilities church leaders face, our shared cr…
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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, the first woman and person of color to lead as Senior Pastor at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, a 1000+ congregation in Indiana. We navigate the joys and complexities of being in a ministry partnership with her spouse, her tho…
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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Gabrielle Corbett, the Safe Sanctuaries Coordinator for the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey. Rev. Corbett shares her insights on the importance of creating safe spaces for children, youth, and vulnerable adults in our churches. We discuss how to implem…
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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Kate Monahan, Resource Director of the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey, to discuss finding purpose and calling in life. Kate shares insights from the book "You on Purpose" by Dr. Stephanie Shackelford and how it can help individuals create the life the…
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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the dynamic and inspiring Rev. Olu Brown, the previous founding and lead pastor of Impact Church in Atlanta, Georgia and current coach, consultant, and church growth expert. We discussed a wide range of topics, including leading a church thr…
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It's hard to talk about race in the church. In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Enger Muteteke, the Senior Director of Programs and Education at the United Methodist General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR), to discuss anti-racism in the Christian church. We explore the ways in which raci…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of Sabbath rest for clergy mental health. More than 44% of pastors report that their jobs are numbing and draining, and at a recent GNJ clergy gathering, 90% of the pastors rated their stress level between 8 and 10. This conversation with Dr. Nate Stucky, Director of the Farminary and Assistant Prof…
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WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF THE UNCOVERED DISH CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PODCAST!In episode 2 of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we're continuing our deep dive into the world of AI and its potential impact on the world of ministry. Join us as we speak with communications expert Kenny Jahng from kennyjahng.com to discuss the innovative ways o…
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WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF THE UNCOVERED DISH CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PODCAST!In our first episode, we're joined by Dr. Kate Ott, ethicist at Garrett Theological Seminary, to explore the ethical implications of integrating AI tools like ChatGPT into ministry and nonprofit work. Join us as we dive deep into the intersection of faith and technology. Be sure…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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This podcast focuses on the importance of the 2nd amendment, firearms safety, education, training and mindset. Our mission statement: Gun ownership is YOUR RIGHT, Safety and Education are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY I’m your host Baraka Ulrich James, along with my co-host Allen Sams You the viewers make this program possible. You can contribute to the show…
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Dr. Frank Artress described himself as a, "He who has the most toys wins" guy focused on material accumlation. He and Susan Gustafson had meaningful jobs in medicine and education, but their lives forever changed when Frank faced a high likelihood of death as the duo climbed Kilimanjaro for their respective 50th and 40th birthdays. Their story that…
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Curah CEO Ikram Mansori is on a mission to revolutionize the care industry with a marketplace for on-demand beauty services that are more affordable, convenient and accessible. The hard lessons she learned while deployed through the Army's 82nd Airborne Division prepared her to face life's greatest adversities. She speaks more than 5 languages, wor…
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Ron Miller has exited four companies and currently serves as Chair of his fifth, StartEngine. He wants to empower entrepreneurs and investors through his learnings in business and life, including surviving cancer. In his own LinkedIn post, the self described "mistake guy" writes: "They say failure is the path to success and in my 40+ years of CEO’i…
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Harry Plant has placed himself in the right place at the right time multiple times. From a run at legendary Silicon Valley law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati as the Internet was coming of age, to working as investment banker, he learned about business success from multiple vantage points. After taking some time to help raise his children, Ha…
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Stevon Cook talks about the influence of his grandmother when his parents were unable to care for him as a child, connecting bridges out of poverty through coding education, and his sense of call to build things to empower others. From stevoncook.com: Stevon Cook is a third generation San Franciscan and graduate of public schools. He attended Willi…
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Michael Gilroy grew up dreaming of becoming a professional athlete, then a hedge fund manager, and finally a venture capitalist. He achieved his goal of becoming a Partner at Canaan, a prominent VC in San Francisco. Michael shares how a couple of traumatic experiences shaped his priorities, what he looks for in the companies he funds, and how he wo…
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REGISTER FOR "IGNITE YOUTH LEADERS DAY" AT: https://www.ignitenj.org Working in youth ministry is no easy task—it requires sacrifice, a continual outpouring of one’s self, continued prayer and study, and so much more. Rev. Aqueelah Ligonde, Transitional Pastor at Far Rockaway Presbyterian Church, joins Eric Drew and James Lee on the Uncovered Dish …
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Skilled climbers typically take 72-plus hours to ascend Yosemite's 2,900 foot El Capitan. Hans Florine has shaved nearly 70 hours from that time and has climbed the monolith well over 150 times. Hans shares wisdom on the spirituality of climbing, "eating the frog," and following passion in life. Less than six months after breaking both legs in a fa…
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From skate punk and forklift operator to "recovering" M&A attorney, Johnny Reinsch has already lived a fascinating life. Those adventures--and the time he almost failed to pay his mortgage--prepared him to co-found Qwil. Qwil works to empower freelancers with the financial services they need to thrive.…
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When they see a need in the world, they take action. Lindsay Beck survived cancer and founded a non-profit to help others with similar needs. Catarina Schwab has thrived through six careers (so far) from investment banking to a retail startup. The two have combined forces to form NPX Advisors, a for-profit organization tackling major inefficiencies…
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Beverly Parenti and Chris Redlitz had already achieved plenty of success when they first entered San Quentin State Prison just north of San Francisco. Though they were not looking for a new venture, they ended up crossing paths with inmates including Kenyatta Leal, then serving a life sentence. They ended up founding The Last Mile, preparing incarc…
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Beau Oyler is a designer and business owner who lives with a deep spiritual focus. He has designed products you can find at Williams Sonoma, Target, Apple, The Container Store and many more. He and his business partner swam and thrived on Shark Tank. Beau--who has served as a bishop in the Mormon Church--talks about how his faith drives his growth …
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Tina Tran has literally been captured by pirates, survived a refugee camp and made world-changing contributions through her work in Silicon Valley with Oculus at Facebook. As if that weren't enough, she is a mom and Presidential Leadership Scholar. Tina shares how her spirituality helps her stay centered through it all.…
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Ron Suber has experienced the exits about which every entrepreneur dreams. He has a healthy perspective about enough and doesn't have to work. Rather than ride off into the sunset in retirement, Ron travels the world in Rewirement and stays active in 20-plus companies. In talking about the Golden Age of FinTech as a way to empower more people aroun…
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Many of us struggle to find work-life balance. LinkedIn's Yingzhao Liu suggests instead focusing on work-life INTEGRATION. She shares her experiences from a young immigrant from China to a User Experience Design Director at LinkedIn. She leads LinkedIn’s user experience for international markets, focusing on the emerging markets of China and India.…
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“It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit.” Bob Myers strives to live by these words from legendary UCLA coach John Wooden. In the second part of our conversation, Bob talks about the inclusivity of Stephen Curry and the mindset of the Warriors organization. He shares about the impact his work at San Quentin pr…
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What is true success? Golden State Warriors President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Bob Myers has helped build one of the greatest teams in the history of the National Basketball Association. He shares how his faith and family help keep him centered. From the highs of championships, to the devastating low of losing his brother-in-law…
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Although New Jersey is an extremely diverse state, segregation by race, ethnicity, and class in New Jersey’s public schools is among the worst in the United States. At the upcoming Greater New Jersey Annual Conference, legislation will go before the voting body asking whether we as United Methodists want to sign on a lawsuit, produced by The Coalit…
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We live in a country where we've declared 'separation of church and state,' or separation of religion and politics. Yet we as United Methodists have a tool, the "Book of Discipline," which tells us how to be systematically as United Methodists, but also provides suggestions on how to act socio-politically. How are we as United Methodists to use thi…
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WATCH PART 1 FIRST! I sat down with two fellow millennials-in-ministry, also podcast buffs, to break down the medium of podcasting. Part 1 will cover the basic question of 'what is podcasting,' and then start to dive into the question of 'how do you make a podcast?' Part 2 will finish up the HOW and go into 'why make a podcast?' So across the two e…
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