How do pastors actually “do it all”?
In this lively, behind-the-scenes conversation, Mark Quanstrom and Tara Beth Leach pull back the curtain on their rhythms of ministry, family life, writing, and rest.
From the myth of busyness to the art of batch working, they share practical ways to sustain pastoral life without burning out—and why mornings might be the most important part of the day.
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🎙️ In This Episode:
- The myth of “doing it all” and how pastors can set realistic expectations
- How batch working creates space for ministry, writing, and family
- The heart behind The Great Morning Revolution and starting the day with the Lord
- Why taking extended time away is essential for long-term ministry health
⏱️ Timestamps:
02:00 – The myth of “doing it all” in pastoral ministry
05:00 – Batch working and protecting focused time
08:00 – Inside Tara Beth’s Threaded Bible study
09:00 – The story and practices behind The Great Morning Revolution
15:00 – Mark’s morning prayer rhythm and sacred spaces
18:00 – Ministry health and the necessity of time away
24:00 – Building churches that don’t revolve around the pastor
27:00 – Final encouragement: mornings with God, time away, and a nourished mind
A sustainable ministry life isn’t about hustling harder; it’s about stewarding your mornings, protecting your time, and trusting that the church is Christ’s to hold, not yours.
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