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Ep 09 - Leadership At Scale: A Conversation with Rev. Dr. William H. Curtis
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What does it take to lead faithfully at scale? Rev. Dr. William H. Curtis, Senior Pastor of Mount Ararat Baptist Church in Pittsburgh, joins The Ministry Exchange to reflect on nearly three decades of leadership, preaching, and community impact.
In this candid conversation, Dr. Curtis shares:
- How mentors like Bishop Walter S. Thomas shaped his pastoral instincts
- Why preaching requires discipline, preparation, and integrity
- The vision behind Mount Ararat’s groundbreaking “community tithe” program
- Lessons learned from navigating public scrutiny and leading under pressure
- Insights on innovation, digital ministry, and co-founding The Church Online
This episode offers pastors and leaders practical wisdom for balancing tradition and innovation, protecting the pulpit, and leading with courage in today’s ever-changing ministry landscape.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Dr. William Curtis (00:00:00)
2. Call to Ministry and Mentorship (00:05:43)
3. The Impact of Seminary Education (00:16:50)
4. Community Outreach and Church Leadership (00:26:07)
5. Ministry During COVID-19 Pandemic (00:34:00)
6. The Value of Online Ministry (00:39:21)
7. The Art and Discipline of Preaching (00:47:29)
8. Navigating Public Criticism in Ministry (00:55:33)
9. The Legacy of Writing and Publication (01:07:46)
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