THE STEWARDSHIP LEADER PODCAST
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The Stewardship Leader Podcast
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Each episode explores the real stewardship questions churches are facing—from generosity and discipleship to financial wisdom, leadership, and ministry health.
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Financial Coaching as a Discipleship Ministry
Financial discipleship needs more than information alone. Leo Sabo and financial coach Courtney Markley discuss how churches can use one-on-one financial coaching to help people navigate financial strain, grow as faithful stewards, and develop a biblical view of money and possessions.
Reasons Your People Aren't Giving and What You Can Do About It
Why do so many church members give little or nothing? Leo Sabo talks with Dave Briggs, Stewardship Director at Central Christian Church, about insights from his year-long study and practical ways church leaders can respond with greater clarity, care, and discipleship.
The Real Facts About Generosity In The Church
What do current giving trends reveal about the health and future of generosity in the church? Leo Sabo explores MortarStone’s 2023 Annual Generosity Report, helping church leaders understand meaningful shifts in giving and how they can help people grow in commitment to God and His Kingdom.
2023 Stewardship Survey - Findings and Recommendations
What are churches facing as they seek to disciple people in stewardship and generosity? CSN and Vision 2 unpack findings from the 2023 Stewardship Survey, sharing recommendations, resources, and practical direction for strengthening your ministry efforts.
Stewardship Spotlight: Greg Gless
Greg Gless, Generous Life Pastor at ResLife Church, shares his story of entering stewardship ministry and the impact of serving people through generosity discipleship. Discover encouragement for leaders building a ministry that helps people live generously in every area of life.
Estate Planning: A Valuable Ministry Opportunity
Estate planning is more than a helpful service—it can be a meaningful ministry opportunity. Leo Sabo talks with Dave Hess of Financial Planning Ministry about helping families create a legacy through wills, trusts, and planned giving that supports future ministry.
SIMPLE - Submitting to and Supporting the Mission of the Church
A strong financial discipleship ministry needs both a clear strategy and simple ways for people to respond. Leo Sabo talks with Taylor Brooks, founder and CEO of Simple, about using software and personal service to understand congregational generosity and support the mission of the church.
Building a Volunteer Leadership Team for Your Stewardship and Generosity Ministry
A lasting stewardship ministry needs more than one leader. Chris Goulard of Saddleback Church shares how to build a volunteer leadership team, including when to start, whom to recruit, essential roles, and the benefits and challenges of expanding your ministry’s leadership capacity.
Economic Uncertainty and Its Impact on Church Giving
Economic pressure changes how people make financial decisions, including where they give. Leo Sabo and Carl Tierney of Vision 2 explore what giving data reveals and how churches can respond through clearer communication and stronger financial discipleship.
Should Your Church Offer A 90-Day Tithe Challenge?
Could a 90-Day Tithe Challenge help your church invite people into greater trust, worship, and generosity? Leo Sabo talks with Donna Nicholson Stief of LCBC Church about the biblical practice of tithing and the what, why, and how behind their approach.
The Evolution of Stewardship and Generosity Content
Financial discipleship takes more than a one-time lesson. Leo Sabo and Steve Carter of Southeast Christian Church discuss how stewardship and generosity content has changed, which resources are serving churches well, and where leaders may need to create content tailored to their people.
Inspiring Generosity Through the Offering Moment and Beyond
The offering moment can be more than a transition in a church service. Leo Sabo and Rodney Ross of Life Church discuss how leaders can use it—and the moments beyond it—to invite people to take their next step in generosity and trust God with their finances.
Beyond the Metrics: Why Giving Data Matters to the Ministry of the Church
Should pastors know what their congregation gives? Leo Sabo talks with stewardship minister and Generis consultant Ken Schafer about the why, who, and what of giving data—and how the right metrics can support healthier ministry and generosity discipleship.
Stewardship Spotlight - Rodney Ross
Rodney Ross, Central Team Leader of Giving and Generosity at Life.Church, shares his journey from a simple act of tithing to leading a stewardship ministry. Learn how he equips staff and church members to grow in generosity and faithful stewardship.
Stewardship Spotlight - Jeff Ward
Jeff Ward, COO of Simple Donation, shares his passion for helping churches disciple people in biblical stewardship. Learn how the right technology and tools can meet people’s needs, encourage spiritual growth, and strengthen a church’s generosity ministry.
Inaugural Stewardship Survey 2022 - Findings and Recommendations
Post-pandemic changes in attendance, giving, and digital engagement have reshaped stewardship ministry. CSN and Vision 2 unpack their inaugural Stewardship Survey, offering recommendations for intentional strategy, financial discipleship, communication, giving data, leadership ownership, and digital-first ministry.
The Value of Planned Giving to Your People and Your Ministry
Many pastors miss opportunities to care for people through planned giving. Leo Sabo talks with Dave Hess of Financial Planning Ministry about helping families create and maintain estate plans that provide for loved ones and support the ministries they value.
Stewardship Spotlight - Vinnie Hu
Vinnie Hu, Director of Financial Health and Stewardship at Hoboken Grace Community Church, shares how surrender and putting God first shaped his calling into ministry. His story encourages leaders and believers to see stewardship as a response to what God wants for us—not merely from us.
Stewardship Spotlight - Brenda Leisinger
Brenda Leisinger, Director of the Generous Life Ministry at Cuyahoga Valley Community Church, shares her unexpected path into stewardship and generosity leadership. Her story offers encouragement to leaders who want to faithfully serve, follow God’s direction, and help others grow in generosity.
Good Sense Coaches Training
Financial coaching requires trained volunteers and a clear system for serving people well. Leo Sabo talks with James Lenhoff of Good Sense Movement about its online Coaches Training program, which equips coaches to help clients move from financial bondage toward financial freedom.