Playing Politics: Leading in an Election Year, Part 2

The Leader's Journey Podcast

In a world where every conversation or statement can spark intense debates, how do you maintain your composure and stay true to your values? Join Trisha, Nate, and Mac as they dive into a conversation about managing both online and in person engagement with empathy, leading through political tensions, and making a meaningful impact on a local level.

Mac McCarthy has been in Christian ministry for over 15 years. As a pastor, practitioner, and coach, he is passionate about equipping leaders by integrating missional theology, spiritual formation, family systems, and adaptive leadership to navigate congregational change.

Nate Pyle is a pastor, author, and coach. He has over 25 years in Christian ministry, and during that time Nate began learning and practicing skills related to adaptive leadership, congregational revitalization, family systems, emotional maturity, and spiritual formation.

Key Points

• Engaging on Social Media
• Dialogue over Provocation
• Outrage vs. Conviction
• Maintaining Perspective and Empathy
• Recognizing Limitations
• Managing Anxiety and Maintaining Emotional Maturity

References

The Colossian Forum

Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now by Jaron Lanier