The Healthy Christian Leader
The Healthy Christian Leader Show is a podcast by the Aaron Ministries Network for those who are leading in their churches, businesses, communities, or elsewhere. Weekly episodes feature conversations with local leaders about their experiences in topics of growth and health. We trust that these discussions will encourage, focus, and equip you for your unique journey as a Christian leader! For more information, visit our website aaronministries.com.
The Healthy Christian Leader
Navigating Criticism and Growing Through Feedback in Leadership | Father James Mallon
In this episode of the Healthy Christian Leader Show, Dwight Habermehl is joined by Father James Mallon, a leader with vast experience in church renewal and leadership. With over 20 years of ministry experience, Father Mallon brings valuable insights on leadership, transformation, and facing opposition in ministry.
The conversation dives deep into the spiritual challenges of church renewal—particularly transitioning from maintenance to mission-focused ministry. Father Mallon emphasizes the inevitable spiritual battle leaders face, as the enemy sows confusion and opposition in the same field where the church seeks to grow and serve. He discusses the importance of spiritual protection, maintaining unity, and the role of prayer warriors in safeguarding the church’s mission.
Leaders must also navigate the delicate balance of feedback and criticism. Father Mallon advises leaders to welcome feedback, acknowledging that all leaders have blind spots. He discusses how to discern valid criticism from personal preferences and the importance of filtering feedback through a spiritual lens. A key point is recognizing that feedback rooted in theological concerns should be taken seriously and discussed with a leadership team for discernment.
This conversation challenges leaders to embrace transparency, humility, and discernment as they lead with purpose and faith.
