In episode 8 of the Standing Stones podcast, Mike Weisman is joined by our guest Chase (Follower of Jesus | Pastor | Spiritual Director) who shares about his journey of faith, burnout and renewal in ministry, beginning with his idyllic childhood in Southern California, His Christian upbringing and the challenges he faced in questioning his beliefs. Chase explains the transformative experience he had in his 20's, where he shifted from a self-centered life to one focused on serving others and recognizing the grace of God. Furthermore, he emphasizes the importance of relying on the grace of God in times of challenge, understanding that sanctification is an ongoing process. He also highlights the need to trust in God's plans and the lessons he learned about himself and Christ through his burnout experience. Throughout our time together, Chase discusses theological and psychological perspectives on self, the challenges of early ministry, the importance of mentoring, shifting values and identity in Christ, navigating burnout and prioritizing self-care, and the presence of God and transformation in every season. [ Chase and his wife Jess, now serve as mentors (Shepherds) for a ministry called Standing Stone. Their mission is designed to strengthen and encourage pastors & couples serving in ministry, by giving them tools to help: navigate crises, prevent them and increase leaders health so that ministries flourish, and provide confidential care ministry to pastors and ministry leaders, helping them prioritize their relationship with God and flourish in their calling. ]
In episode 8 of the Standing Stones podcast, Mike Weisman is joined by our guest Chase Acuna (Follower of Jesus | Pastor | Spiritual Director) who shares about his journey of faith, burnout and renewal in ministry, beginning with his idyllic childhood in Southern California, His Christian upbringing and the challenges he faced in questioning his beliefs. Chase explains the transformative experience he had in his 20's, where he shifted from a self-centered life to one focused on serving others and recognizing the grace of God. Furthermore, he emphasizes the importance of relying on the grace of God in times of challenge, understanding that sanctification is an ongoing process. He also highlights the need to trust in God's plans and the lessons he learned about himself and Christ through his burnout experience. Throughout our time together, Chase discusses theological and psychological perspectives on self, the challenges of early ministry, the importance of mentoring, shifting values and identity in Christ, navigating burnout and prioritizing self-care, and the presence of God and transformation in every season.
[ Chase and his wife Jess, now serve as mentors (Shepherds) for a ministry called Standing Stone. Their mission is designed to strengthen and encourage pastors & couples serving in ministry, by giving them tools to help: navigate crises, prevent them and increase leaders health so that ministries flourish, and provide confidential care ministry to pastors and ministry leaders, helping them prioritize their relationship with God and flourish in their calling. ]
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