Episode 215: Jodi Tonarelli makes being an Executive Pastor simple.
Executive Pastor, Jodi Tonarelli sits down with Rusty this week. Jodi shares her thoughts on what it takes to be an executive pastor and how male pastors can better empower women in their organization.
Jodi Tonarelli is my guest this week, and it's an honor to have her on the podcast. Her background in broadcast journalism (and a lot of prayers) led her to the role of Executive Pastor at The Ridge Community Church, where Mark Weigt is the lead pastor. You can hear my conversation with Mark on the podcast here. I enjoyed hearing her take on what an executive pastor does and her journey navigating that role.
There were some great takeaways from this conversation: From how to seek God before stepping into a new role to what leaders can do to create a more inclusive workplace. I'm telling you, what you'll learn from her when it comes to leadership will benefit you no matter what you do.
Special thanks to Stadia Church Planting for sponsoring this week's episode!
Highlights
There were some great takeaways from this conversation: From how to seek God before stepping into a new role to what leaders can do to create a more inclusive workplace. I'm telling you, what you'll learn from her when it comes to leadership will benefit you no matter what you do.
Special thanks to Stadia Church Planting for sponsoring this week's episode!
Highlights
About Jodi Tonarelli - 2:48
- How she got started at The Ridge.
- Her background in Broadcast Journalism
- What the transition from working outside of the church to working in the church was like for Jodi.
Being an Executive Pastor - 12:07
- What goes into being an executive pastor?
- Learning to balance the goals and the mission.
- Do’s and Don'ts for being an executive pastor.
Leaving the Door Open - 26:30
- Wrestling through what being a woman in her role means.
- What male pastors can do to better empower women.
- How to manage wearing multiple hats in your organization.
Resources
- Episode Transcript
- Connect with Jodi
- The Ridge Community Church in Greenfield, Wisconsin
- The Ridge - YouTube
- The Four Disciplines of Execution by Sean Covey
- Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God by Mark Batterson
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Creators and Guests
Host
Rusty George
Follower of Jesus, husband of lorrie, father of lindsey and sidney, pastor of Crossroads Christian Church
