Stirrers and Saints: The Podcast

14. SPECIAL EPISODE: Leadership Wisdom from the Stirrers and Saints Book Launch

Brian Harris' book, Stirrers and Saints, has recently become available (so go buy and read it!) and so we had a book launch to celebrate. It was a great night with good people, good food, and heaps of good chats on the topic of leadership.
Aaron Chidgzey pulled Becky Oates, Gregg Weaver, Yvonne Kilpatrick, and Jeff Miller aside to ask them for thoughts on leadership, ethics, and the role of Christian leaders into the future. 
Complementing these interviews are bite-sized nuggets of gold from: David Cohen, Tracy Holmes, Pete Scott, David Chidgzey, Emily Harris, Ashton Chidgzey, Michael O'Neil, Kerry Puzey, and Kim Chidgzey.

13. On Spiritual Leadership: Reflections on Being Formed

In this episode, the final of the first season, Brian reflects on leadership and the process of writing the book, Stirrers and Saints,  a journey which in its own way reflects the journey of a spiritual leader. Accompanied by Jon and Jen, they discuss the need for good leaders, the impact that good leaders can have - and have had - upon the world, and the call to take spiritual formation seriously. The world needs leaders who both stirrers and saints (and servants, shepherds, sages, seers, and stewards...and sculptors)...
(But don't worry, the next season starts NEXT WEEK)

12. Daniel: A Biblical Tale of a Principled Leader

Daniel loses his home, his wealth, and his name. But he refuses to let go of his principles, of his values. Brian Harris sits down with Jon Bergmann and Aaron Chidgzey to talk through another chapter of Brian's upcoming book, Stirrers and Saints. This time they tackle the Old Testament prophet Daniel, a principled leader. This episode is all about modern faith and how to stand firm, how to confidently express and hold to your values and your beliefs in the 21st century.
For more information about the Centre for Faith and Life, visit www.centreforfaithandlife.com 
To order the book, Stirrers and Saints, visit https://www.amazon.com.au/Stirrers-Saints-Forming-spiritual-character/dp/1788933605/ref=sr_1_1?crid=PMKAS8B6ZY3L&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rK_mQpYtzwE_zpBIOXzUFceE4hH1h7FtPPbPjLHUHtU.blkNTiQoOBukTLhJRZT-v7-8MzMFbMKP_NMzTmP4d14&dib_tag=se&keywords=brian+harris+stirrers+and+saints&qid=1717512747&sprefix=%2Caps%2C261&sr=8-1# 

11. Leading Without all the Answers

It is not a comfortable place to be, for anyone, least of all leaders. To not be confident in the next step or to hesitate over a decision. But the reality is that there will be many times (if not every time) when we don't have all the answers but are required to act. What do we do in those moments? Jen and Aaron talk with Brian about what it means to lead without all the answers, based on the chapter from Brian's upcoming book, Stirrers and Saints, and they discuss many things in this engaging and thoughtful conversation. Two major themes they keep coming back to are HOPE (we may not have all the answers but we can trust that God is faithful and will be with us along the way) and DEEP LISTENING (listening to others to truly understand them). 
 
Order the Stirrers and Saints book here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Stirrers-Saints-Forming-spiritual-character/dp/1788933605/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3DLN9FCJ9E7EJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rK_mQpYtzwE_zpBIOXzUFceE4hH1h7FtPPbPjLHUHtU.blkNTiQoOBukTLhJRZT-v7-8MzMFbMKP_NMzTmP4d14&dib_tag=se&keywords=brian+harris+stirrers+and+saints&qid=1716820082&sprefix=stirrers+and+saint%2Caps%2C329&sr=8-1# 
 
And for more information about the Centre for Faith and Life, visit https://www.centreforfaithandlife.com 

10. Leading Quietly

Brian chats with Jon and Jen about what it means to be a 'quiet' leader. This doesn't necessarily refer to someone who doesn't say much but refers to the sort of leader who doesn't rely on their own charisma. They are the sort of leader who puts their head and gets the work done. They see the vision and press on toward that vision with tenacity, determination, and integrity. They may not be loud in volume, but they are loud in accomplishments - even if those accomplishments don't always get noticed. Also, tune in to find out if Brian will tell a joke.

9. What is Leadership? A Seven 'S' Inventory

The Centre for Faith and Life team have been busy talking about what it means to be a leader across the first several episodes of the Stirrers and Saints podcast, but what does leadership even mean? What is leadership? In this episode, Brian discusses this very question with Jen and Aaron and proposes an inventory of essential leadership attributes - all of which just so happen to be S words.

8. Mary: A Leader From the Second Chair

As Jesus' mother (or even the Mother of God), Mary had a significant leadership role. Indeed, she helped change the world. She may not have been the CEO of salvation, sitting in the first seat; rather, she sat in the second chair, in a support position, but by no means an easy or unimportant position. There is much to be learnt from the example of Mary. Join Brian, Jen, and Jon as they discuss the tale of this remarkable woman. 

7. Moses: A Reluctant Leader

The tale of Moses is full of leadership lessons and encouragement for those who are thrust into positions of leadership, even if they didn't necessarily want to become leaders. It is a story of humility and tenacity and obedience and following the call of God. In this episode, Brian sits down with Aaron and Jen for what was - at least we think - an incredibly fruitful and thought-provoking chat. Hope you enjoy it!

6. Formed by Conflict, Disappointment and Failure

In this episode of the Stirrers and Saints podcast, Brian sits down with Jon and Jen to talk about a happy topic: conflict, disappointment, and failure. Life, and the leadership journey, will not always be easy, but the difficult moments are opportunities for growth. Yes, they are difficult, but that difficulty doesn't need to be the end of you or your leadership. How you respond, how you learn, how you grow is what counts. These things form us, and we are better off because of them.

5. Formed by Mindfulness, Reflection, and Watchfulness

In this episode, Brian talks with Jen and Aaron about what it means to be formed by practicing mindfulness. To be mindful is to be watchful; not empty, but aware. We listen and watch for God's movements, in both the quiet and the busy.