020 Tyler the Reader, Again: Best books of 2024 - with Tyler Goens
The Josh Johnsen Leadership Podcast
Release Date: 03/21/2025
The Josh Johnsen Leadership Podcast
Wherein I share Josh Johnsen’s Seven Markers of a Healthy Leadership Culture. Music: “Only Forward” by RomanSenykMusic from Pixabay (edited by Josh Johnsen to extend duration) Contact Josh
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Samantha Farinacci joins us for a conversation about her work as a chaplain at Oaks Christian Online, a relatively sizable online middle/high school. How can spiritual formation happen online? What was it like in that space during the pandemic? And why is Gen Z more spiritually open? Oaks Christian Online: Revovaré: The Bible Project: Barna article on Gen Z going back to church: Dr. Kara Powell: Music: “Motivational Day” by AudioCoffee from Pixabay Contact Josh
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We follow up with prolific reader, Tyler Goens, to hear what were a few of his best reads of 2024: why’d he pick them up? What were the big ideas? How have they impacted his life, and to whom would he recommend them? Check out Tyler’s full list of Favorite Books in 2024 here: Music: “Motivational Day” by AudioCoffee from Pixabay Contact Josh
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Rex & Kristina are back to process their ministry sabbatical. What went as planned? What didn’t? How did the “together” part go? What would they do differently next time? How was reentry? And, what changed because of it? Thankful for another opportunity to conduct bookend interviews for a sabbatical, especially “in two voices.” Music: “Motivational Day” by AudioCoffee from Pixabay Contact Josh
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In "The Support Raisers I" we heard from Micah and Michelle at the beginning of a support raising journey. Daryl and Donna Nuss are over five decades into that journey. How does one build a financial support team and keep them engaged for the long haul? How is one’s ministry shaped by this dynamic? How should one handle the different scenarios that bring about the end of a supporter’s financial support? Daryl Nuss, with the National Network of Youth Ministries, sits down to talk about these things. Three important considerations to maintain a support team: 1. Say thank you 2. Maintain good...
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Micah & Michelle Agnew can’t report for duty for their next job until they’ve raised 100% of their salary. So, what does life look like for a family of eight in the midst of full time support raising? Micah’s Standing Stone profile: Michelle’s Standing Stone profile: Brief intro to George Muller: Books mentioned: The God Ask by Steve Shadrach The Wounded Healer by Henri J. M. Nouwen Music: “Motivational Day” by AudioCoffee from Pixabay Contact Josh
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Here’s another perspective on sabbatical prep. This time, the conversation is in stereo as “The Pastor’s Wife” joins in to share how this ministry sabbatical overlaps with her life, family life, and their marriage. Stay tuned for a bookend conversation on the other side! Links & resources for personal follow-up: Church of the Nazarene Sabbatical Policy (page 97, section 139.10) Pursuit Church (where Rex pastors): JOE’s Place (where the Bakers help with pigs): 24/6: A Prescription for a Healthier, Happier Life by Matthew Sleeth Leading on Empty: Refilling Your Tank and...
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William just took a sabbatical, but his planning and execution of it were very different from James’ (see “James the Pastor” on the JJLP)! Tyler’s “Burnout Talk” that was referenced: William pastors at: Recording took place at Rogue Roasters (). Music: “Motivational Day” by AudioCoffee from Pixabay Contact Josh
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What does it mean to be a Pastor of Justice & Mercy in Portland, OR? How can a Christian follow Jesus into reactive, politicized and polarized places? Should racial justice matter, much less have its own committee? This conversation goes there, and it’s good, substantive, encouraging and challenging. This interview was conducted before a live audience on February 29, 2024 at The Hivve in Grants Pass, OR while enjoying empanadas from The House of Glory. Notes for on-record Q&A . Notes for off-record Q&A . Bridgetown Church’s Justice Ministry website: ...
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Tyler is a reader of books. Why? How many? Which ones? Do audiobooks count? This conversation goes deep and wide. Tyler blogs at: Thank you to River Valley Church () for providing space for this conversation. Music: “Motivational Day” by AudioCoffee from Pixabay Contact Josh
info_outlineWe follow up with prolific reader, Tyler Goens, to hear what were a few of his best reads of 2024: why’d he pick them up? What were the big ideas? How have they impacted his life, and to whom would he recommend them?
Check out Tyler’s full list of Favorite Books in 2024 here: tylergoens.substack.com/p/favorite-books-in-2024
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