Stewardship Calling

Stewardship Calling

Maximizing God’s gifts to you and your parish

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Meet Metropolitan Sevastianos of Atlanta

January 21, 2025
Bill Marianes speaks with the newly elected and soon to be enthroned, Metropolitan Sevastianos of GOA in the Metropolis of Atlanta, GA. Please listen to learn the story of His Eminence Sevastianos The event is being held at Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in Atlanta GA Please visit their website for all the details :https://www.atlmetropolisevents.org/ ,https://www.atlgoc.org/ Please visit the Atlanta Greek Orthodox...
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Interview with Tim Tassopoulos general chairman of the Enthronment of Met. Sevastianos of Atlanta

January 21, 2025
Bill Marianes speaks with Mr. Tim ,Tassopoulos recently retired President & COO, Chick-Fil-A. Mr. Tassopoulos the general chairman for the enthronement event of His Eminence Metropolitan Sevastianos of Atlanta. Please listen to learn of all the details of this historical event to take place Saturday and Sunday January 25 & 26, 2025 The event is being held at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in Atlanta GA Please...
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Effective Stewardship Campaigns and Percentage Giving

September 7, 2023
Bill teaches how parishes can substantially improve their stewardship campaigns and results by using successful approaches to increase generosity and tithing in their local communities.
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Strategic Leadership Innovation, and Change Management in Orthodox Parishes and Ministries Part 3

August 2, 2023
Orthodoxy has declined from 20% of global Christians in 1910 to 12% in 2010. We are not yet making Orthodox "disciples of all nations" to the degree our Lord instructed us. PART 3: Listen to the latest leadership, innovation, and change management best practices and research
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Strategic Leadership, Innovation & Change Management in Orthodox Parishes and Ministries Part 2

July 31, 2023
Orthodoxy has declined from 20% of global Christians in 1910 to 12% in 2010. We are not yet making Orthodox "disciples of all nations" to the degree our Lord instructed us. Why? Some answers can be found in the latest leadership, innovation, and change management best practices and research.
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Strategic Leadership, Innovation & Change Management in Orthodox Parishes and Ministries Part 1

July 5, 2023
Orthodoxy has declined from 20% of global Christians in 1910 to 12% in 2010. We are not yet making Orthodox "disciples of all nations" to the degree our Lord instructed us. Why? Some answers can be found in the latest leadership, innovation, and change management best practices and research.
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Living A Christian Worldview

June 7, 2023
Join Bill and Dr. Barry Doublestein to find out what a Christian worldview is, how to define and clarify yours, and learn what you can do to become a Christ-centered leader who is worthy of being followed.
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Strategic Planning Part 2

May 3, 2023
Every church does some things well and struggles with others. In Part 2, Join Bill Marianes for a recommended step-by-step parish strategic planning process.
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Strategic Planning Part 1

April 30, 2023
Every church does some things well and struggles with others. Join Bill Marianes, Fr. Ted Barbas, Dr. Don Khouri, Panos Coufos and Alex Cooley to discuss the process and results from the first-ever parish strategic planning retreat.
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Religious Freedom and Critical Legal Issues

April 5, 2023
Join Bill Marianes and Professor Brad Jacobs, Associate Dean and Constitutional Law Professor at Regent University School of Law, for a discussion about religious freedom and the critical legal issues that matter most to our Christian churches, institutions, and faithful.
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Helping the Human Side of Our Churches and Ministries

March 1, 2023
Today, we are experiencing unprecedented challenges in the human resources needs in our parishes and ministries, including shortages of clergy, volunteers, ministry leaders, and staff. Join Bill and Dr. Scott Mondore to explore best practices to improve the engagement and results.
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Leadership : Parish Council and Ministry Best Leadership Practices

January 4, 2023
Leadership is a critical difference between the most effective and healthy Orthodox Christian parishes and ministries, and those not fulfilling their potential. If you’re a parish council member or ministry leader, join Bill to learn about the 6 Elements of the Stewardship Calling Orthodox Servant Leadership Model and how to apply them so your parish can fulfill its responsibilities and calling.
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Interview with John Maddex

December 8, 2022
Following up on Part 1 with Melinda Johnson, join Bill and his guest John Maddex to explore his story, the story of Ancient Faith Ministries, and passing on the baton. Bill is planning a grueling cross-examination to uncover all the lessons learned and wisdom John has to offer.
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Reclaiming the Great Commission with guest Fr. Evan Armatas

November 2, 2022
Tune in this week to Stewardship Calling as host Bill Marianes talks with Fr. Evan Armatas about his new book, Reclaiming the Great Commission. In his book, Fr. Evan provides a roadmap for parishes to diagnose and remove barriers and get back on track.
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Meet the New AFM CEO Melinda Johnson

October 30, 2022
This week on Stewardship Calling, meet the new CEO of Ancient Faith Ministries, Melinda Johnson. Learn about her history, what brought her to Ancient Faith, and her vision for the future.
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The Clergy Initiative: Healthy Clergy, Healthy Parishes

August 5, 2022
Join Bill Marianes for a conversation about the Clergy Family Initiative with project members Dr. George Koulianos, Dr. George Stavros, and Presvytera Nicole Keares. They'll share the latest empirical research on the issues faced by clergy families, and things we can do to make their lives better.
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Effective Parish Assessment Program Part 2

August 3, 2022
In Part 2 of a two-part show, Bill and colleagues Nick Chakos, Steve Tibbs, and Dr. Mitch Owens continue their exploration of the 6 Pillars and 30 Building Blocks of effective and healthy parishes, and how the Effective Parish Assessment works to provide invaluable information to Orthodox Christian parishes
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Effective Parish Assessment Program Part 1

July 31, 2022
Doctors know the tests to administer to assess our personal health. Financial planners know how to assess our financial health. However, our parishes lack similar empirical and validated tools to help them. After over 20 years of working with over 500 Orthodox Christian parishes and completing strategic plans that cover over 26% of Orthodox Christians in the U.S., the Orthodox Ministry Services (OMS) team has developed the Effectiv...
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100 Years of the GOA

July 6, 2022
For over a century, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese has brought people closer to Christ as it survived depressions, wars, social upheavals, natural and man-made disasters, and societal pressures and issues that could not have been imagined by the faithful in Christ’s time. Join Bill Marianes as he broadcasts LIVE from the Marriott Marquis in New York, New York from the 46th Biennial Greek Orthodox Clergy-Laity Congress and Centennia...
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Living Your Calling After Your Loved Ones Pass - Part 1

May 29, 2022
This week, Bill speaks with Matushka Trudi Richter and Presvytera Dianthe Livanos about how we continue to live our Stewardship Callings after our loved ones pass on to the kingdom eternal. If you or someone you love is seriously ill, or if you have experienced the death of a loved one, and you are wondering why and how you will carry on, then this conversation is for you. This is a three part program and part one features the in...
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