The Tilted Halo
The Tilted Halo podcast has a refreshing and honest perspective on the challenges pastors face in their ministry and those involved in ministry as a whole. Hosted by Pastor Kathleen Panning, who has seen it all, this edgy show explores the idea that we all have a "tilted halo" - a recognition that we are not perfect and all make mistakes.
Through personal experiences, interviews with fellow pastors, leaders, and insights from scripture, this show offers advice and encouragement for those struggling with the weight of their imperfections. From burnout and rude awakenings to personal failures and shortcomings, The Tilted Halo provides a safe space for pastors to share their struggles and find support from a community of like-minded souls around the globe.
With a focus on authenticity, vulnerability, and humanity at large, this podcast challenges the notion that pastors must have it all together and invites listeners to embrace their humanity and lean into the grace of God. Whether you are a pastor or someone looking for a fresh perspective on life's challenges, The Tilted Halo is a must-listen in the search for hope, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Episodes
63 episodes
EP 63: Finding God in Your "What If" Moments
Ever noticed how two simple words—"what if"—can simultaneously inspire dreams and provoke anxiety? That's the fascinating paradox I, Pastor Kathleen Panning, will unpack in this thought-provoking episode of The Tilted Halo.Remember chil...
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18:50
EP 62: Embracing Doubt: The Secret to Vibrant Faith
Doubt has gotten a bad rap in religious circles for centuries. Many of us have grown up hearing about "Doubting Thomas" as a cautionary tale – an example of insufficient faith rather than natural curiosity. But what if we've been approaching do...
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15:48
EP 61: Love grows where gratitude is planted
Gratitude transforms everything—yet in our demanding, rights-focused world, it's becoming increasingly rare. In this thought-provoking episode, we explore Jesus' Parable of the Money Lenders from Luke 7, discovering a profound link between grat...
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39:16
EP 60: Breaking Free from the Boxes We Build
Have you ever felt stuck in a box of your own making? That nagging sensation that you're trapped in a role, a mindset, or a pattern that no longer serves you?I want to take you on a journey through the concept of breaking free from self...
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23:08
EP 59: Finding Your Path When No Map Exists
What happens when you're called to blaze a trail with no map to follow? For women in ministry leadership, this isn't just a theoretical question—it's the daily reality of navigating spaces traditionally dominated by men.I launch this ep...
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19:12
EP 58: Embracing Your Authentic Self in Ministry
What does it truly mean to be authentic in ministry? This profound question forms the heart of my conversation with award-winning life purpose coach Edna White, who brings wisdom born from both personal trauma and professional expertise.
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16:43
EP 57: Leading from the Soul: How Faith Creates Authentic Leadership in Business and Beyond
Journey into the intersection of faith and leadership with host Kathleen Panning and Ambassador Terry Earthwind Nichols in this thought-provoking episode that challenges conventional wisdom about power, choice, and authenticity.Ambassad...
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39:02
EP 56: Beyond Sleeping Pills: Rediscovering Our Natural Sleep Rhythms
Ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, frustrated that you're not sleeping "like you should"? You're not alone—and surprisingly, you might not even have a problem.Dr. Lucinda Sykes, a retired physician and mindfulness exper...
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30:22
EP 55: The Hidden Dangers of Sleeping Pills
Dr. Lucinda Sykes drops a bombshell on The Tilted Halo podcast, revealing research that might forever change how you think about sleep medication. As a retired physician who has helped over 6,000 patients with stress reduction, her mission now ...
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30:08
EP 54: Women, Faith, and Breaking Chains
Deedra Mager and Megan Hall bring 40 years of combined ministry experience to this powerful conversation about inner healing, authentic leadership, and the freedom that comes through vulnerability. As directors of Dauntless Grace, they've made ...
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37:23
EP 53: Faith Beyond the Sidelines
The fishing nets were breaking. The boats were sinking. And Simon fell to his knees.I, Pastor Kathleen, will take us deep into the familiar story from Luke 5 where Jesus instructs Simon to cast nets into deep water after a night of catc...
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27:05
EP 52: The Strength in Our Differences
Have you ever felt the urge to simply tune out all the negativity in the news and social media? You're not alone. Many of us retreat into comfortable bubbles with like-minded people, but what happens when we disconnect from different perspectiv...
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21:17
EP 51: Redefining Success with Dr. Eva Kleczyk
Discover how Dr. Ewa Kleczyk, a leader in healthcare analytics, illuminates the hidden yet pervasive issue of imposter syndrome among women in ministry and leadership roles. A staggering 75% of women executives grapple with feeling like frauds ...
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44:40
EP 50: Empathy and Forgiveness in Breaking Cycles
What does it take to rise above life's toughest challenges? Join Kathleen Panning as she shares an enlightening conversation with Aretha Taylor, a trailblazer who overcame a tumultuous childhood in Brooklyn to emerge as a successful...
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33:23
EP 49: Choosing Gratitude to Enhance Our Interactions
Can a simple smile change the world around you, even in spaces where negativity seeps in unnoticed? Join me, Pastor Kathleen, as we navigate these pressing questions in the latest Tilted Halo podcast episode. I'll unravel how the pervasive nega...
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23:43
EP 48: Finding Joy in the Midst of Chaos
Welcome to Tilted Halo, the sanctuary for every woman in ministry, and in fact, anyone on this journey of life. In this episode, I share a time when I was abruptly asked to resign from my position, an unplanned circumstance that threw me into a...
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15:59
EP 47: Connection is the Key: Reimagining the Volunteer Experience
In this episode I chat with Matt Hug, the master of volunteer recruitment and management, and we share the secrets to transforming your nonprofit's volunteer force. Get rid of those ideas of volunteer callouts, we're headed straight to the powe...
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31:39
EP 46: Why Your Story in Faith Needs to Be Shared
What happens when our spiritual beliefs clash with our identity? In this episode, Matt Gill, from DO THE DAMN THING Productions, talks about his story, sharing with me the struggle of being a gay man in a devout Christian family. His journey of...
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27:05
EP 45: Love, War, and Morality in Ministry
Does the phrase "All is fair in love and war" hold true when the going gets tough in our ministry and personal lives? In this episode I am challenging the notion of "All is fair in love and war", opening up the room for a raw and real conversat...
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15:17
EP 44: Choosing Happiness Over Perfection
What if the way you choose to see the world is actually creating the world you see? That's a bold statement, right? Tune into this episode of Tilted Halo as I talk about the idea that happiness is a choice. I'm inviting all women in ministry, a...
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17:08
EP 43: Finding Faith in Modern Society
Ever felt torn between your faith and mainstream social beliefs? In this episode, I'm sharing the story of a woman who wrestled with guilt, doubt and the quest for self-acceptance. I'll also share the story of another woman who escaped a harmfu...
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17:57
EP 42: We Are What We Thank
Join me as I go through the theory and practice of gratitude, revealing its striking relevance to your ministry work. Be it as a pastor, music minister, elder, or even in your work unrelated to ministry, this episode shines light on how integra...
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16:49
EP 41: Growing Your Faith? Bring Your Doubts to the Light.
Do doubts ever creep into your journey of faith? Don't worry, you're not alone. Join me as I bare my heart, describing my own battle with doubt in the midst of a health scare. In this episode we get vulnerable. I'm sharing my conversations with...
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17:05
Ep 40: Understand Your Anger, Understand God's Mercy
Dare we look at our own flaws as we stand as ministers of God? What if the anger you carry is holding you back from truly experiencing God's mercy? We often overlook our own imperfections while expecting God to inflict punishment on others. Thi...
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24:02
EP 39: Confronting Entitlement and Discovering Gratitude
What if your sense of entitlement was obstructing your gratitude? Get ready for this conversation as we dissect the concept of entitlement, the unseen stumbling block to appreciating both life's challenges and its victories. This episode of The...
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