<![CDATA[Calvary Leadership Podcast]]>a8a61e2a-a10d-5d13-baf8-b8e181739560Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:15:13 +0000Captivate.fmCalvary Churchhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/1d3e9cda-1961-4535-891c-a74df747f6d6/eqRR-tDwqAb5CZK9cWPMuYOV.jpgCalvary Leadership PodcastCalvary ChurchCalvary ChurchWe often define leadership as a title or position. But leadership that’s only found in a title or position is defined better as a dictatorship than as leadership. https://lead-up.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastCLP 008 | Alan Hannah - How do we speak the truth to those we lead but with kindness?CLP 008 | Alan Hannah - How do we speak the truth to those we lead but with kindness?As leaders, we’re called to speak truth—but how do we do it in a way that builds up rather than tears down? In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, Pastor Alan Hannah from Allegheny Alliance Church unpacks the tension between honesty and kindness in leadership. How do we offer correction without crushing? How do we challenge those we lead while still showing grace?

Join us for a conversation full of wisdom, practical strategies, and biblical insights to help you lead with both courage and compassion.

Truth matters. Kindness matters. Great leaders embrace both.

]]>As leaders, we’re called to speak truth—but how do we do it in a way that builds up rather than tears down? In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, Pastor Alan Hannah from Allegheny Alliance Church unpacks the tension between honesty and kindness in leadership. How do we offer correction without crushing? How do we challenge those we lead while still showing grace?

Join us for a conversation full of wisdom, practical strategies, and biblical insights to help you lead with both courage and compassion.

Truth matters. Kindness matters. Great leaders embrace both.

]]>dad06eca-539f-458b-834b-af43df710e82Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:15:00 -040035:56falsefull1919Calvary ChurchCLP 004 | Dr. Daniel McNaughton - How do you remain curious?CLP 004 | Dr. Daniel McNaughton - How do you remain curious?Great leaders never stop learning—and that starts with curiosity. In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, Dr. Daniel McNaughton explores the power of curiosity in leadership. How can we stay open to new ideas, ask better questions, and cultivate a mindset of continuous growth? Whether you’re leading a team, a church, or simply yourself, this conversation will challenge you to embrace curiosity as a leadership superpower. Tune in for practical insights, real-life examples, and actionable steps to keep your curiosity alive.

]]>Great leaders never stop learning—and that starts with curiosity. In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, Dr. Daniel McNaughton explores the power of curiosity in leadership. How can we stay open to new ideas, ask better questions, and cultivate a mindset of continuous growth? Whether you’re leading a team, a church, or simply yourself, this conversation will challenge you to embrace curiosity as a leadership superpower. Tune in for practical insights, real-life examples, and actionable steps to keep your curiosity alive.

]]>edf4e6bb-59ff-4c5c-a90f-3893e585297eWed, 07 May 2025 00:15:00 -040032:46falsefull1818Calvary ChurchCLP 003 | John Nuzzo - How do you speak the truth with honor?John NuzzoCLP 003 | John Nuzzo - How do you speak the truth with honor?John NuzzoIn a world where truth often clashes with culture, how can leaders communicate with both boldness and grace? In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo from Victory Family Church unpacks the balance between truth and honor—how to stand firm in biblical convictions while showing love and respect. Whether you're leading a church, a business, or your family, this conversation will equip you with practical wisdom to navigate difficult conversations without compromising integrity or compassion.

Tune in and learn how to lead with courage, humility, and the kind of honor that reflects Christ in every word you speak.

]]>In a world where truth often clashes with culture, how can leaders communicate with both boldness and grace? In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, Pastor John Nuzzo from Victory Family Church unpacks the balance between truth and honor—how to stand firm in biblical convictions while showing love and respect. Whether you're leading a church, a business, or your family, this conversation will equip you with practical wisdom to navigate difficult conversations without compromising integrity or compassion.

Tune in and learn how to lead with courage, humility, and the kind of honor that reflects Christ in every word you speak.

]]>ddc91991-e350-4f46-9857-3f67b3ffa6abWed, 02 Apr 2025 00:15:00 -040036:09falsefull1717Calvary ChurchCLP 002 | John Holt - How do you practice integrity as a leader and why is it important?CLP 002 | John Holt - How do you practice integrity as a leader and why is it important?In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, we sit down with retired pastor John Holt to explore one of the most crucial aspects of leadership—integrity. How do you practice integrity in your leadership, and why does it matter? John shares wisdom from decades of ministry experience, offering practical insights on building trust, staying true to your values, and leading with authenticity. Regardless of the role you're serving in, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to lead with character in every season of life.

Tune in for this powerful discussion on the foundation of godly leadership!

]]>In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast, we sit down with retired pastor John Holt to explore one of the most crucial aspects of leadership—integrity. How do you practice integrity in your leadership, and why does it matter? John shares wisdom from decades of ministry experience, offering practical insights on building trust, staying true to your values, and leading with authenticity. Regardless of the role you're serving in, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to lead with character in every season of life.

Tune in for this powerful discussion on the foundation of godly leadership!

]]>472b17e9-cd44-48a7-b52b-5afea1d48d07Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040031:05falsefull1616Calvary ChurchCLP 001 | Doug Smith - Aiming to Always Get BetterCLP 001 | Doug Smith - Aiming to Always Get BetterIn this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast we sit down with Doug Smith from Light of Life Rescue Mission to discuss what it means to be a leader committed to continuous growth. Doug shares insights on the mindset and habits that help leaders improve daily—whether in ministry, business, or personal life. From practical strategies to biblical wisdom, this conversation will inspire you to embrace lifelong learning, lead with humility, and make a lasting impact.

Don’t miss this powerful discussion on how we can aim to always get better as leaders. Tune in now!

]]>In this episode of the Calvary Leadership Podcast we sit down with Doug Smith from Light of Life Rescue Mission to discuss what it means to be a leader committed to continuous growth. Doug shares insights on the mindset and habits that help leaders improve daily—whether in ministry, business, or personal life. From practical strategies to biblical wisdom, this conversation will inspire you to embrace lifelong learning, lead with humility, and make a lasting impact.

Don’t miss this powerful discussion on how we can aim to always get better as leaders. Tune in now!

]]>a006c6ad-c288-4156-8a81-27d30b0b20e9Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -040033:35falsefull1515Calvary ChurchEpisode 14: Rosanne Novotnak, President of the Norwin Chamber of Commerce, how to build consensus when working with people from diverse backgrounds and place, the importance of establishing roots in a community, and what drives her passion for the Norwin Community.Episode 14: Rosanne Novotnak, President of the Norwin Chamber of Commerce, how to build consensus when working with people from diverse backgrounds and place, the importance of establishing roots in a community, and what drives her passion for the Norwin Community.Join us a for a great conversation with Rosanne Novotnak who serves as the President of the Norwin Chamber of Commerce. You can get more info about the Norwin Chamber by following the links below:


]]>Join us a for a great conversation with Rosanne Novotnak who serves as the President of the Norwin Chamber of Commerce. You can get more info about the Norwin Chamber by following the links below:


]]>d61b24c5-aef4-43f0-92d6-bea449103e35Mon, 21 Mar 2022 00:15:00 -040021:42falsefull1414Calvary ChurchEpisode 13: Megs Yunn from Beverly's Birthdays talks about sharing passion with those you lead, capitalizing on opportunities in leadership, and growing a non-profit from scratch.Episode 13: Megs Yunn from Beverly's Birthdays talks about sharing passion with those you lead, capitalizing on opportunities in leadership, and growing a non-profit from scratch.This month we are joined by Megs Yunn from Beverly's Birthdays. You can get more info about Beverly's Birthdays online at BeverlysBirthdays.org.

]]>This month we are joined by Megs Yunn from Beverly's Birthdays. You can get more info about Beverly's Birthdays online at BeverlysBirthdays.org.

]]>bb785e6a-c146-43df-b35f-644783c91dcaThu, 03 Feb 2022 00:15:00 -040023:20falsefull1313Calvary ChurchEpisode 12: Dr. Jeff Taylor on Leadership Values, Mentors and the Importance of How to Cultivate Leadership in Young LeadersEpisode 12: Dr. Jeff Taylor on Leadership Values, Mentors and the Importance of How to Cultivate Leadership in Young LeadersJoin us for this month's conversation with the Superintendent of the Norwin School District, Dr. Jeff Taylor. We have a conversation about what lead him to school administration, the importance of leading with a framework of your values and how to cultivate leadership skills in young leaders.

You can get more info about the Norwin School District at NorwinSD.org.

]]>Join us for this month's conversation with the Superintendent of the Norwin School District, Dr. Jeff Taylor. We have a conversation about what lead him to school administration, the importance of leading with a framework of your values and how to cultivate leadership skills in young leaders.

You can get more info about the Norwin School District at NorwinSD.org.

]]>4a68c0d0-0147-450d-89b7-3727fbf2c3a6Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:15:00 -040024:07falsefull1212Calvary ChurchEpisode 11 | SystemsEpisode 11 | SystemsSystems create behaviors.

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]]>b1c9e683-a804-4a81-98ff-e8cfa5b7c639Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:15:00 -040010:33falsefull1111111Calvary ChurchEpisode 10 | MultiplicationEpisode 10 | MultiplicationWhen you multiply yourself you multiply your mission.

]]>When you multiply yourself you multiply your mission.

]]>bd0fd8a1-c243-4c6d-8119-f11d3fb4c8b2Thu, 14 Oct 2021 00:15:00 -040011:54falsefull1101101Calvary ChurchEpisode 9 | CultureEpisode 9 | CultureWhile systems create behaviors, culture establishes the soil in which those behaviors are planted.

]]>While systems create behaviors, culture establishes the soil in which those behaviors are planted.

]]>e6dbc5b3-2762-4e22-94ea-f0da6ab6bd59Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:15:00 -040010:55falsefull19191Calvary ChurchEpisode 8 | HonorEpisode 8 | HonorLead Up Line: Where honor is practiced, honesty is present.

]]>Lead Up Line: Where honor is practiced, honesty is present.

]]>0ca7ec65-a365-4597-b87e-8b5110f4c164Thu, 12 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -040008:59falsefull18181Calvary ChurchEpisode 7 | InviteEpisode 7 | InviteLead Up Line: What is in you will not come through you until you invite others around you.


]]>Lead Up Line: What is in you will not come through you until you invite others around you.


]]>3642f29c-ef7e-4d6e-9c9d-875ce3b56736Fri, 09 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -040010:19falsefull17171Calvary ChurchEpisode 6 | OrganizeEpisode 6 | OrganizeWhen you fail to plan, you plan to fail.

]]>When you fail to plan, you plan to fail.

]]>a3b48dfd-8057-488e-b720-23fc6335a938Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:15:00 -040011:21falsefull16161Calvary ChurchEpisode 5 | VisionEpisode 5 | VisionHere are a few exercises that you can do yourself, or with your team during this stage:

  • Go 7 "Why’s" Deep.
  • Explore how your own life experiences as well as the history of your organization or team in conjunction with it’s current reality have helped shape this vision.
  • Clarify the unique opportunities and threats that could be good or bad with the implementation of the vision.

]]>Here are a few exercises that you can do yourself, or with your team during this stage:

  • Go 7 "Why’s" Deep.
  • Explore how your own life experiences as well as the history of your organization or team in conjunction with it’s current reality have helped shape this vision.
  • Clarify the unique opportunities and threats that could be good or bad with the implementation of the vision.

]]>29a5daae-d759-4b40-92df-1b084ff6ecfbThu, 13 May 2021 00:15:00 -040011:59falsefull15151Calvary ChurchEpisode 4 | IntegrityEpisode 4 | IntegrityIntegrity establishes confidence in those you lead about where you’re leading.

  • Be accountable.
  • Be intentional.
  • Be authentic.

]]>Integrity establishes confidence in those you lead about where you’re leading.

  • Be accountable.
  • Be intentional.
  • Be authentic.

]]>14826e7e-e167-4b4e-b475-8efce961435eFri, 09 Apr 2021 00:15:00 -040010:03falsefull14141Calvary ChurchEpisode 3 | CourageousEpisode 3 | CourageousSo if you find yourself today lacking courage, here’s one thing I’d encourage you to do:

  • Start stretching your courage muscle in small ways.
  • Look for little ways you can overcome circumstances...maybe even put yourself in uncomfortable situations on purpose to stretch that courage muscle.
  • The reality is Queen Esther marching into the King’s Throne Room unannounced wasn’t the first time she exercised courage, it happened in a lot of smaller ways first.
  • Stretch and exercise that courage muscle and what you’ll find is the big steps of courage become more realistic for you.

]]>So if you find yourself today lacking courage, here’s one thing I’d encourage you to do:

  • Start stretching your courage muscle in small ways.
  • Look for little ways you can overcome circumstances...maybe even put yourself in uncomfortable situations on purpose to stretch that courage muscle.
  • The reality is Queen Esther marching into the King’s Throne Room unannounced wasn’t the first time she exercised courage, it happened in a lot of smaller ways first.
  • Stretch and exercise that courage muscle and what you’ll find is the big steps of courage become more realistic for you.

]]>8a7aeedf-4137-4424-82e1-87bb64e993b8Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:15:00 -040007:52falsefull13131Calvary ChurchEpisode 2 | CompassionateEpisode 2 | CompassionateWhat excites you about leadership?

How would your leadership change if people were a priority?


]]>What excites you about leadership?

How would your leadership change if people were a priority?


]]>56df47b0-da93-4b48-9d97-115b81c6c6cdThu, 11 Feb 2021 00:15:00 -040011:36falsefull12121Calvary ChurchEpisode 1 | HumbleEpisode 1 | HumbleWhen we lead with humility, we will lead people toward what's best for them, not just us. Here are three simple ways to begin leading with humility:

1. Identify who are you actually influencing or leading.

2. Ask those you’re leading what a win would look like for them.

3.  Learn to celebrate other’s wins more than asking them to celebrate your wins.

]]>When we lead with humility, we will lead people toward what's best for them, not just us. Here are three simple ways to begin leading with humility:

1. Identify who are you actually influencing or leading.

2. Ask those you’re leading what a win would look like for them.

3.  Learn to celebrate other’s wins more than asking them to celebrate your wins.

]]>f85d2c79-7b48-47ab-8595-77fc62bda339Thu, 14 Jan 2021 00:15:00 -040010:13falsefull11111When we lead with humility, we will lead people toward what's best for them, not just us. Here are three simple ways to begin leading with humility: 1. Identify who are you actually influencing or leading. 2. Ask those you’re leading what a win would look like for them. 3. Learn to celebrate other’s wins more than asking them to celebrate your wins.Calvary ChurchLead Up Podcast IntroLead Up Podcast IntroWe often define leadership as a title or position. But leadership that’s only found in a title or position is defined better as a dictatorship than as leadership. Over the course of this next year, I would love to invite you to journey with me as we explore 12 core components of leadership on this monthly podcast. Each episode will be only 10-15 minutes and be packed with a short leadership challenge to help you lead better in your home, workplace or community.

]]>We often define leadership as a title or position. But leadership that’s only found in a title or position is defined better as a dictatorship than as leadership. Over the course of this next year, I would love to invite you to journey with me as we explore 12 core components of leadership on this monthly podcast. Each episode will be only 10-15 minutes and be packed with a short leadership challenge to help you lead better in your home, workplace or community.

]]>a4cb9fd5-4d51-47c2-823d-06811fc624f6Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:15:00 -040001:34falsefullCalvary Church