Let me share a secret with all the bishoprics out there… You’ll be amazed at how much easier your calling becomes when your ward council has high morale. The number one way to increase their morale? Shorten the calling turnaround time. Consider this: When...
This is a time when faith is deeply tested, leading some people to an intense state of cognitive dissonance where they begin to question even the existence of God. As leaders, these individuals often seek us out to help them navigate this faith journey. I recently...
As we embark on the journey of developing into effective leaders, there is one force of resistance we must address. It should be the first thing we confront on any leadership journey, yet most of us pretend it doesn’t affect us. I’m referring to personal...
We now live in a world where 5- to 10-minute council meetings are held at the beginning of elders quorum and Relief Society. I like this approach, and on paper, it makes complete sense. However, may I play the role of a prophet for a moment? Most council moments will...
It’s almost the end of 2024, and we need a favor or two at Leading Saints. In this month of giving and service, here are a few things we need your help with. Can you take a moment to leave a podcast review for Leading Saints on your favorite podcasting app? Here are...
This past summer, I had the opportunity to attend various gatherings, conferences, and meetings organized by different groups. Despite their diverse opinions, all these organizations shared a common goal: to improve the Church and enhance the experiences of its...
Remember back in 2018 when we used to attend church for three hours? We were practically pioneers. During that time, elders quorum and Relief Society met weekly. We were introduced to the concept of having a council meeting on the first Sunday of each month during the...
I was pleasantly surprised by the positive response to the previous newsletter about what you wish your bishop knew. It was encouraging to read all the responses here. While it’s sometimes easy to critique those at the top of an organization, it’s...
The Church invited me to host a Leading Saints booth at the 2024 Together in Christ YSA Conference. For two days I engaged with a vibrant group of young single adults, trying to be the cool guy. 😎 To encourage interaction at our Leading Saints booth, I purchased a...
Well, I’ve been called to serve as the elders quorum president once more. It’s been about seven years since I was in a formal leadership role, and it feels good to be back in the arena. This is a refreshing wake-up call for me. It’s an opportunity to step away from my...
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