Listen "Navigating Conflict, Antagonism & Power as Pastors | The Pastor’s Table | Rev. Tara Beth Leach & Mark Quanstrom | PT 74"
Episode Synopsis
Listen to Theology on Mission Podcast on your favorite platform: https://pod.link/999549544 Pastors face unexpected challenges all the time. Tara Beth and Mark talk with David Fitch and Mark Quanstrom from Theology on Mission Podcast about the many active struggles of ministry. Antagonism and all sorts of sources have created a polarized world. Often this blows up in the church. Mark and Tara Beth share their insights from mediating conflicts, understanding underlying issues, and knowing when it might be time to move on from a pastoral role. Pastors foster a reconciling presence as Christ was a reconciling force through his ministry. Outline: 00:00 Introduction and Banter01:58 Special Guests Introduction04:23 Challenges of Ministry10:01 Antagonism in the Church18:09 Historical Context of Marriage18:49 Modern Affluence and Marriage Dynamics19:56 Pastoral Leadership in Conflict21:56 Understanding Congregational Antagonisms23:18 Modeling Reconciliation in Church29:53 Social Media's Impact on Pastors38:12 Differentiation and Pastoral Identity39:28 When It's Time to Leave41:03 Final Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-Up
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