In this episode of the Innovative Church Leaders podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant interviews Paul Johnson and his son Drew Johnson.
Paul served for years as lead pastor of Woodridge Church near Minneapolis. Now he serves as Generosity Pastor and his son Drew leads Mercy Hill Church nearby and Aspen Grove, their network of churches.
They share about the successful succession and their unique way of networking rather than campusing or church planting.
🔥 Top 5 Takeaways:
1. Building a church network requires generosity in leadership which fosters trust and collaboration.
2. Humility is essential for effective leadership, collaboration, and leadership transitions.
3. Shared values and goals strengthen church networks.
4. Effective leadership involves mentoring and supporting others.
5. A clear plan for leadership transition can benefit the entire community.
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Key Moments with Timestamps:
00:00 - Multiplying Churches: A New Approach
01:38 - Interconnectedness in Church Leadership
04:07 - Navigating Independence and Connection
07:55 - Seamless Leadership Transition
09:42 - The Role of Generosity in Leadership
12:39 - Funding and Resource Management for Community Projects
13:16 - The Heart Behind Aspen Grove Network
18:36 - Supporting Young Leaders and Succession Planning
21:36 - Embracing a Grandfather Role in Leadership
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