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The Clergy Wellness Podcast
Welcome to the Clergy Wellness Podcast, a podcast that supports you in doing one of the hardest jobs in the world without losing yourself. I am your host, Rev. Nicole Reilley - a United Methodist Pastor with 35 years of experience as a local church pastor and a Certified Coach with The Life Coach School and The International Coaching Federation (PCC). Join me each week as we explore topics that matter to pastors.
Episodes
149 episodes
Living Your 4000 Weeks
Season 4, Episode 10 - Living Your 4000 WeeksHow many weeks do you have left? Today’s episode takes a deep dive into Oliver Burkeman’s Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals and what it means for clergy, ca...
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Moving Through Approval Addiction
Season 4, Episode 9 Moving Through Approval Addiction Today we’re tackling one of the most hidden addictions in ministry: the need for approval. From people-pleasing to perfectionism, many clergy struggle with measuring ...
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ENCORE Episode: Where We Miss the Boat In Church Growth
Today is my birthday, and I am traveling, so we have an encore episode! Enjoy Where We Miss The Boat in Church, 2025's highest-rated episode!💻 Connect + Resources:Instagram & Facebook: @nicolereilleycoachi...
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Episode 8
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Normalize Not Having an Opinion
Season 4, Episode 7 - Normalize Not Having an Opinion In a culture that rewards instant opinions and hot takes, this episode explores the power of saying: “I don’t know enough about that to have an opinion.” We ...
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Ten Ways To Make The Fall Easier
Season 4, Episode 6 - Ten Ways to Make the Fall Easier. Ministry doesn’t have to feel like you’re constantly sprinting uphill. In this episode, we explore 10 practical, compassionate strategies to help you create more ease, clarity...
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Episode 6
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You’ll Never Regret It: The Three Investments Every Clergy Leader Should Make
Season 4, Episode 5: You’ll Never Regret It: The Three Investments Every Clergy Leader Should Make.In this episode, we explore the three areas you’ll never regret investing in: your health, your learning, and your relationships. W...
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Healing from Conflict – Reconciliation Strategies for Clergy
Season 4, Episode 4: Healing from Conflict – Reconciliation Strategies for Clergy Healing from Conflict – Reconciliation Strategies for ClergyConflict in ministry is unavoidable—but it doesn’t have to be the e...
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Episode 4
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Financial Self-Care: Making Money Work for Clergy
Season 4, Episode 3 - Financial Self-Care: Making Money Work for ClergyMoney stress is real—and clergy aren’t exempt. In this episode, we explore the unique financial challenges clergy face and how to build healthier, more co...
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When Caring Hurts: Recognizing and Recovering from Compassion Fatigue
Season 4, Episode 2 - When Caring Hurts: Recognizing and Recovering from Compassion FatigueIn this episode, we explore the emotional toll that caregiving can take on clergy. Learn how to recognize the signs of compassion fatigue...
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Back of House: The Systems That Sustain Ministry
Season 4, Episode 1 - Back of House: The Systems That Sustain Ministry In this episode of The Clergy Wellness Podcast, we explore the back of house—the systems, structures, and rhythms that support sustainable mini...
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Episode 1
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Front of House – Creating a Welcoming & Visitor Friendly Church
Season 3, Episode 45: Front of House – Creating a Welcoming & Visitor Friendly Church. Let's explore this together!Resources:Instagram<...
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Episode 45
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What to Do When the Church Doesn’t Want to Change
Season 3, Episode 44- What to Do When the Church Doesn’t Want to ChangeResources:Instagram @nicolereilleycoaching
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Episode 44
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5 New Tools to Try for Time and Energy Management
Season 3, Episode 43 - 5 New Tools to Try for Time and Energy ManagementOur tools:1. The 2-Hour Focus Window 2. Weekly Energy Audit 3. Theme Days with Margin 4. Reset Hour 5. Personal ...
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How to Bring Change to a Congregation (Without Burning Out or Giving Up)
Season 3, Episode 42 - How to Bring Change to a Congregation (Without Burning Out or Giving Up).Today we cover -Why Change is necessary.Your congregation's starting point.The congregational emotio...
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Habits That Sustain: How to Build Rhythms for Life & Ministry.
Season 3, Episode 41 - Habits That Sustain: How to Build Rhythms for Life & Ministry. In this episode of the Clergy Wellness Podcast, we explore how small, intentional habits can support sustainable ministry. Drawing...
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Dealing with Difficult People: A Wellness Guide for Clergy
Season 3, Episode 40 - Dealing with Difficult People: A Wellness Guide for Clergy.How do we deal with difficult people? Today's episode takes a deep dive into this important topic.Resources:...
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ENCORE: Social Media and Your Church (Part 1)
This is an encore episode and one of our top-rated episodes for 20224. Resources:Instagram @nicolereilleycoaching
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Episode 39
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Declutter Your Church Office
Season 3, Episode 38 - Decluttering Your Church Office. It is spring and time for an office refresh!Resources:Instagram @nicolereilleycoac...
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Episode 38
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The Power of Solitude and Silence In Ministry
Season 3, Episode 37 - The Power of Solitude and Silence in Ministry. Today's world is loud and anxious. Can we reclaim solitude and silence and move to a healthier way of life? Resources:
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Episode 37
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Caring for Others While Caring for Yourself
Season 3, Episode 36 - Caring for Others While Caring for Yourself - Caring for others is part of our lives as clergy and as people. So, how do we do it and also care for ourselves?Resources:
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Episode 36
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What Should I Do With My Summer As A Pastor
Season 3, Episode 35– What Should I Do with My Summer as a Pastor? Is summer like every other part of the year, OR does it offer unique opportunities to explore life and wellbeing? Take a listen to this week's episode as we ...
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What Makes Me Crazy When I Visit a Church
Season 3, Episode 34, What Makes Me Crazy When I Visit a Church. This week's episode is the honest confessions of a pastor who visits a LOT of other churches. Where do we fall short? How can we do better? Thi...
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How to Lead In Troubling Times
Season 3, Episode 33 - How to Lead In Troubling Times. The world is a challenging place, so how do we lead? Today's episode has some practical thoughts and resources to help.Resources:
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Episode 33
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