On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we take a walk down memory lane, with the first class of KINDLE participants from 2002, We hear how their experience in developing as Christ-like servant leaders has continued to be a foundational part of their lives today. Our guests today include Cindy Twillman, Dave Rueter, Deb Hartje, Jill Hasstedt and Derek Broten.

The Founders' moment from today's episode comes from Les Stroh.

Les and his wife, Deborah, are retired and live in Arizona. Les formerly served both on KINDLE’s board of directors and as the Executive Director.

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

• Learn more about mentioned Christ-like Servant Leaders, Alan Gunderman, Shar Kleinedler, and Linda Olsen who are all KINDLE Living Legacies.
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org to learn more about the organization and support our work!
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On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we will take a closer look at how celebrating baptismal identity through worship has shaped the KINDLE experience and its value when we are serving as Christ like servant leaders in our own settings. Our guest today is Joel Symmank, who has served for many years as KINDLE’s chaplain in addition to his primary ministry call, serving in a congregation.

The Founders' moments from today's episode come from Steve Arnold and Bill Karpenko.

Steve lives in Forest Lake, MN and currently serves as a chaplain. Bill lives in Bloomington, MN with his wife, Michelle, and in retirement continues to faithfully serve KINDLE as part of the board of directors.

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

• Clifton Strengths Assessment
• Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day: A 40 Day Journey with the Daily Office
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org to learn more about the organization and support our work!
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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

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In Season 5 of ‘Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,’ we will celebrate the strengths of Christ-like servant leaders in the 2nd chair as we reflect on how baptismal identity, relationships, and learning in community have positively impacted God’s call for us to help expand His kingdom.

As KINDLE celebrates 25 years, we also look back at the events and experiences that have cultivated, encouraged and spurred us, as an organization to take leaps of faith and steps forward to serve a wider audience of Christ-like servant leaders.
When we take the time to celebrate, we give glory to God for all his goodness and faithfulness and can keep are eyes on Him as we move forward into the next chapter of fostering and multiplying Christ-like servant leaders.

This is your time to connect in community, find direction, and find freedom to focus on your identity as a Christ-like servant leader in the second chair. Welcome to “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders” Season 5.

Season 5 launches on Tuesday, April 22! We look forward to connecting with you then!

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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

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On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we take a look back at all of Season 4 episodes, guests and share reflections and learnings from the insight on 2nd chair leadership as well as the Cultivating group practices. Our guest, Katy Crawford (@katycraw11) helps us reflect on various quotes and responds to questions which help all of us to grow as Christ-like servant leaders. Listen until the end and learn how you will have the opportunity to enter to win a free journey guide!

Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

• “Life Together, The Classic Exploration of Christian Community” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer, 1954.
• Lutheran Family Service - https://lutheranfamilyservice.org/
• Learn more about Christ-like Servant Leader Journey Guides
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org and to learn more about the organization and support our work!
• Share this episode with a friend!
• Leave us a review, contact Emily and get your free Christ-like Servant Leader Journey Guide!

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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

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On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we look at the practice of Nurture Collaboration which is working together to achieve a group’s mission and vision. Today our guest is Rev. Dr. Gerard Bolling, who provides important insight about what it means to be part of a team, the value of relationship between a first and second chair leader, and how his local congregation is working together to engage the community with a microschool.

Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

• The Impartial Church Podcast
• Bethlehem Microschool - CCLS Academy
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org and to learn more about the organization and support our work!
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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

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On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we look at the practice of Manage Anxiety and Conflict, which is defined as applying Biblical means to both maintain healthy relationships and restore broken ones. Our guest, Brian Amey shares how knowing the sources of conflict can help reduce anxiety and evaluate our priorities when it comes to supporting the bigger picture as a 2nd chair leader.

Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

• “Kindling the Heart of the Christ-like Servant Leader” by Susan Steege, 2016.
• “The Peacemaker” by Ken Sande
• Peacemaker Ministries: https://www.peacemakerministries.org/
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org and to learn more about the organization and support our work! Learn more about the Classic KINDLE and Recent Grads initiatives, which begin cycles in Fall 2024.
• Share this episode with a friend and leave us a review.

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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

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On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we look at the practice of Promote Communication. Today’s episode is formatted a little differently as we hear a conversation between the leadership staff of First Trinity Lutheran Church (@firsttrinity) in Tonawanda, New York, including Jason Christ (@jasonthedce), Sue Steege (@suesteege) and Chuck Whited. We listen in as they discuss what it means to speak the truth in love, live out healthy communication patterns, and discuss specific tools that help them carry out the mission of their congregation.

Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

• “Life Together, The Classic Exploration of Christian Community” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer, 1954.
• “Kindling the Heart of the Christ-like Servant Leader” by Susan Steege, 2016.
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org and to learn more about the organization and support our work! Click on ‘Podcast’ on the main page to find the discussion guide and Communication Cascade referenced in today’s episode.

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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

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On this episode of “Cultivating Second Chair Leaders,” we look at the practice of Identify Common Vision: Facilitate groups as they discover their common mission and vision. Our guest, Krista Young (@klyoung29), shares how regardless of cultural context, relationships and trust are the key elements to creating partnerships that move forward with a common vision.

Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

• “Life Together, The Classic Exploration of Christian Community” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer, 1954.
• “Kindling the Heart of the Christ-like Servant Leader” by Susan Steege, 2016.
• “When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting the Poor . . . and Yourself” by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert, 2014
• “Toxic Charity, How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help, And How to Reverse It” by Robert D. Lupton, 2012
• Go to www.kindleservantleaders.org and to learn more about the organization and support our work!
• Share this episode with a friend and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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If you have a question to ask or story to share about one of this season’s topics, we would love to hear from you. Send an email to emily.phoenix@kindleservantsleaders.org and we will share it along the way!

Download episode discussion guides at: https://www.kindleservantleaders.org/podcast/