In this episode Scott interviews Rev William Wilson "Pastor Bill" who began his career in Agricultural Business and then attended Concordia Seminary in St Louis to become a pastor. He served as a pastor for many years in St Louis and most recently has been serving in the seminary as the director of Resident Field Education. This is where seminary students get hands on practical ministry experience beyond the classroom. Listen in as we discover how Bill develops students for ministry and how he expands the ministry and mission of a congregation. Contact Pastor Bill at Pstor123@gmail.com to ..read more

Rev Dr Dan Prugh serves at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Tampa Florida. In this second part of our interview he continues to unpack the question, "how do you meet all these people and bring them to baptism?"  He shares how they work with people to create spaces for them to grow closer to Jesus and not leave it to chance. Dan says that if people are bringing their children to you then they want to hear from you. So they intentionally create space for folks to interact with the faith. Dan also spends time talking about what the congregation does that works so well. Thanks for t ..read more

In this first episode we meet Rev Dr Dan Prugh who serves Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Tampa Florida. He shares with us his background and personal story and begins to unpack the question, "how do you meet all these people and bring them to baptism?" It is a wonderful story of leadership and teamwork.   Be sure to listen to part two where he breaks down more of the details of his ministry of presence and planning and living out God's love in that place. https://holytrinitytampa.org https://LCMScoaching.com https://scottgress.com   ..read more

In this second part of our interview with Rev Dr William Utech we talk about raising up pastors and others. We talk about what it takes for a church to reflect the ethnic mix of the local high school and how mature first generation Christians can sacrifice to make that happen. You may find his journal articles on his Linkedin profile and contact him at utechw@ofast.am If you are curious about coaching, learning to coach, finding a coach or joining a network of coaches, take a look at lcmscoaching.com Reach out to us at scottgress@me.com ..read more

In this first part of our interveiw with Rev Dr William Utech we learn about his journey of life and ministry. He shares his mission lessons learned through the lens of a pastor, professor and mission executive who works with manycongregations. Stay tuned for part 2 where we will continue the conversation and the learning. You may find his journal articles on his Linkdin profile and contact him at his email utechw@gofast.am  If you are curious about coaching, learning to coach, finding a coach or joining a network of coaches, take a look at LCMScoaching.com. Reach out to us at scottgress ..read more

In this episode of The Coaching Leader Podcast we welcome Florida Georgia District President James Rockey. In this, the second part of the interview, we mission and purpose as Christians and as the church and how we can actually carry that out in practical ways. We invite you to learn more about the new LCMS coaching network at lcmscoaching.com where you can find a coach, learn about coaching and network and learn from other coaches. You can learn more about Scott at scottgress.com and connect with him at scottgress@me.com ..read more

In this episode of The Coaching Leader Podcast we welcome Florida Georgia District President James Rockey. In this, the first part of the interview, we learn about James and his history and background, his journey of faith and his approach toward ministry. We especially focus on his leadership as a mission planter pastor. We invite you to learn more about the new LCMS coaching network at lcmscoaching.com where you can find a coach, learn about coaching and network and learn from other coaches. You can learn more about Scott at scottgress.com and connect with him at scottgress@me.com ..read more

We welcome to the podcast Dr Vanessa Seifert. In this first part of the two part interview, Vanessa shares her background and story and how she got into coaching and leadership development. But more importantly she shares how she came to confess Jesus as Savior and now serves Him and His church and others. In the rest of part one, Vanessa speaks about how she works with individuals in leadership development. You can learn more about her at her website: vanessaseifert.com. Also be sure to check out LCMScoaching.com where she serves as a board member. It is a coaching network where coaches can g ..read more

In this podcast we share five barriers that repeatedly appear when coaching leaders to raise up new leaders. Most of the barriers are unknown to the leader. Some are known but are minimized as not really a problem. Let us know what you think with an email or comment. Let me know how I may be of service in navigating these five barriers or becoming more aware of what might be getting in your way.  Scottgress.com or scottgress@me.com  Blessings on your journey of leadership and raising up new leaders ..read more

In this episode of The Coaching Leader we talk with Rev Dr Roy Minnix. He is a pastor with an Educational Doctorate in Executive Leadership where his dissertation was in mentoring. More specifically he examined faith development and the ways that can be done. So in the interview Roy is generous with his insights and cautions but also shares practical ways in which we can be "at the table" in faith conversations with people who are wrestling with faith or other issues without shutting them down. Reach out to him at TLCRVA.org and continue the conversation. Reach out to me at scottgress.com to e ..read more